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The Oregon Health Authority recently released a useful guide to help reduce confusion in the wake of federal Medicaid changes. Visit www.ohp.oregon.gov/hr1 for more.

Direct link to the Myths vs. Facts About Federal Changes PDF can be found here:https://www.oregon.gov/.../OHP/Documents/HR1-Mythbusters.pdf

Have you seen our latest newsletter?
https://independencenw.org/newsletter/

🔸 Check out and register for upcoming INW events
🔸 Get updates on federal and state Medicaid changes and how we're supporting our customers
🔸 Find out how you can support our Customer Emergency Fund
🔸 Take a deep dive into an extensive list energy, utility, and housing resources pulled together by INW Lead PAs Megan and Angie
🔸 RSVP to upcoming self advocacy opportunities
🔸 And more!

🕸 The Crafting Hour is close at hand!

Join us on two weeks from today for Halloween Craft Night!

Craft Night takes place October 19th from 2pm - 4:30pm at the Independence Northwest office. Costumes are welcomed but of course, optional.

This event is free and open to brokerage customers, their family members, friends, and providers.

Space is limited and RSVP is required. Reserve your space by calling 503-546-2957, emailing [email protected], or signing up here: https://form.jotform.com/260776348550060

See you there!

Have you been thinking about joining our fall Connections class?

Today at 5pm is the application deadline.

Full details and registration information can be found here: https://independencenw.org/connectionsclass/

Our next Healthy Homes workshop with the Community Energy Project is just around the corner!

Join us for an In Person/Online Healthy Homes Mold and Indoor Air Quality Workshop on Monday October 12th from 3pm to 4pm.

This workshop focuses on maintaining healthy indoor air quality and mold prevention.

To receive a free kit of materials, you must live in the City of Portland and your income must be at or below 80 of the Portland area median income.

This is a hybrid event - so you can attend in person at our office or virtually online.

Space is limited to the first 25 people and registration is required for both in-person and virtual attendees. If you register to attend online, we'll send you a link.

Register here: https://form.jotform.com/262315237126047
or by visiting https://www.independencenw.org/events

Questions? Email Megan at [email protected].
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Join us for a comprehensive 10-part class on healthy relationships, where you'll learn the skills to nurture and strengthen your connections with the people you interact with every day.

Connections is specifically designed for brokerage customers who want to take their relationships to the next level, whether that's building a stronger support network, expanding your social circle, or even exploring romantic connections.

Deadline to apply is THIS THURSDAY October 1st at 5pm.

Full details and registration information can be found here: https://independencenw.org/connectionsclass/

Our fall newsletter is out now! https://bit.ly/4xu8odW

🔸 Check out and register for upcoming INW events
🔸 Learn all about our Connections class
🔸 Get updates on federal and state Medicaid changes and how we're supporting our customers
🔸 Find out how you can support our Customer Emergency Fund
🔸 Take a deep dive into an extensive list energy, utility, and housing resources pulled together by INW Lead PAs Megan and Angie
🔸 RSVP to upcoming self advocacy opportunities
🔸 And more!

Do you receive brokerage services in the Portland metro area? If so, consider joining us for a comprehensive 10-part class on healthy relationships, where you'll learn the skills to nurture and strengthen your connections with the people you interact with every day.

Connections is specifically designed for brokerage customers who want to take their relationships to the next level, whether that's building a stronger support network, expanding your social circle, or even exploring romantic connections.

Deadline to apply is coming up fast: October 1st at 5pm.

Full details and registration information can be found here: https://independencenw.org/connectionsclass/

We hope to see you at today's Do-It-Yourself Cooling Workshop!

Register here: https://form.jotform.com/262315237126047

Come learn low-cost cooling and energy saving techniques for renters and homeowners alike. Learn how to save water and energy, cool your home without using air conditioning, and prevent heat related illness.

This is a hybrid event - so you can attend in person at our office or virtually online.

Questions? Email Megan at [email protected].

The Oregon Health Authority has released a useful guide to help reduce confusion in the wake of federal Medicaid changes.

Myths vs. Facts About Federal Changes to OHP: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/HSD/OHP/Documents/HR1-Mythbusters.pdf

And be sure to check out the latest details here: https://benefits.oregon.gov/