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About Just out. (Portland, OR) 1983-2013 | View Entire Issue (Feb. 2, 1996)
just out ▼ february 2, 1090 ▼ 27 A la n 's House, a licensed adult foster-care home in M edford for CRISIS people w ith AIDS, needs volunteers to assist w ith round-the-clock care, who can w ork one four-hour shift per week, during the evening or on the weekend. A lan's House is a program o f OnTrack Inc. (Susanne Ashland o r Bill Templeman 779-2006.) (3/1 /9 6 ) Alcohol and D rug HelpLine (232-8083 in Portland)and YouthLina (233-1113 in Portland) give free, unbiased and confidential assistance Call 1 -800-621-1646 from elsewhere in Oregon A service of the Oregon Council on Alcoholism and Drug Addiction (6/15) W orkshops The Anti-Violence Line at 796-1703 helps compile statistics on hate crimes and gives victim s a chance to talk to someone sympathetic Outside of Portland, call 1-800-700-1703 A service of the Lesbian Community Project. (5/19) It's M y Pleasure presents w orkshops and social events fo r the lesbian com m unity, designed to educate and inspire Sex T o y s 101 fo r women only (7 pm Friday. Feb. 2. free) N utrition fo r V ib ra n t Health, presented by Dr. Kim berly W indstar (7 pm Wednesday. Feb. 7. $4 to $6) P atriarchal Usurpations, learn what patriarchal religions stole from the G oddess religion. Taught by Linda Aradia. All women w elcom e (7pm Thursday. Feb. 8. $6 to $8). Love and Sex— Poetry Readings. A ll lesbians welcom e. (7 pm Wednesday. Feb. 14, $1 ¡.(Unless otherwise noted must preregister, events are held at It's M y Pleasure, 4258 SE Hawthorne Blvd., 236-0505.) Battered Lesbian Outreach and Community Support offers a confidential. weekly, support group in Washington County, as well as one- on-one support, referrals, and advocacy Open to women escaping domestic violence by a woman partner Lesbian facilitator Child care provided. (Jane 94S-7579JO O /21) Battered Lesbian Support Group is a confidential group for lesbians and bisexual women who have been physically, sexually or emotionally battered in their relationships with women (Womenspace, Eugene, 485-6513, ask h r Carrie ) (5/19) Join members o f the Strand by Strand C ollective and learn the elem ents o f magic at Personal M ag ic and Ritual a five-w eek class taught by Inanna and Kevin. M ove energy, trance and visualize, create spells and rituals, build com m unity and have fun. (Mondays Feb. 19-March 18, $40 to $ 50 sliding scale: $35 single parent o r student, inhrm ation: Kevin 239-1147.)(2 /1 6 ) Call the Bias Crim e Unit o f the Portland Police at 8 2 3-0 4 3 4 if you feel you have been a victim of any type of bias crime in Portland. Jim Bellah is the bias crime detective. If you are in immediate danger, call 9 1 1 .(1 0 /2 1 ) The Domestic Violence Resource Center provides a 24-hour crisis line as well as shelter at a confidential location for all women and children escaping domestic violence. (640-1T 77.7(10/21) M eeting the Challenge of B reast and C e rvica l C ancer, a conference sponsored by the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foun dation, O regon Breast and C ervical Cancer C oalition and O regon Health Sciences U niversity, takes place Feb. 22 at the O regon Convention C enter. Includes lunch and evening reception.($75, in h r mation. 292-7286 ) ( 2 /1 6 ) Lesbians deserve lives free of violence. Battered lesbian support groups facilitated by lesbians Confidential intakes Child care provided; donations accepted (Sandi 289-6869) (10/21) Issues A fte r B reast C an ce r, a firs t o f its kind conference for anyone affected by breast cancer, w ill be held Feb. 24 at Portland S tate U niversity Explore the clinical and em otional concerns after a diagno sis o f breast cancer. The opening address. A Journey to the Summit, features V icki Boriack, a breast cancer survivor who was a m em ber of Expedition Inspiration, the mountain clim bing group that reached the 23,000-foot sum m it o f M ount Aconcagua in Argentina in February 1995. ($10, information. 291 -4673.) (2 /1 6 ) RECOVERY Fire Fairies holds NA candlelight meetings (8:15-9 30 pm Wednes days. Live and Let Live Club. 2802 SE Ankeny S t . 231-3760 )(10/21) Gay. Lesbian and Bi Rainbow Group of Vancouver holds nonsmoking AA meetings every Monday (8 pm, Personalities. 115 E Seventh St.. Vancouver, 360-694-5068.) ( 12/21) Explore the therapist persona, connections between therapeutic style and personality, and the issues o f boundaries, burn-out and social context at Th e Th e ra p is t Self: H e r Birth and Flo w erin g from Live and Let Live C lub offers lesbian and gay 12-step programs Call the W om b of Personal Life, an active w o rk sh o p fo r w om en therapists and counselors. Taught by B ethroot Gwynn, MA, and for calendar and meeting times. (Meets at Metropolitan Community Church. 2400 NE Broadway, voicemail: 460-9404) Jane Mara, M SW , LCSW . Lim ited to 16 participants. (10 am-5 pm Friday. Feb. 9. Newport. $100. information o r to register: 541-563-4285 ) (2 /2 /9 6 ) Rainbow A l-A n on meets at the Alano Club boardroom. (5 30-6 45 pm Saturdays. 909 N W 24th A v e . 222-57569(2 /1 6 /9 6 ) Rational Recovery meets three tim es a week at the Center for Attend M en N urtu rin g M en. an ongoing m onthly w orkshop. Fee includes tw o nights lodging, m edicine lodge, sacred touch, fire ritual, vision quest, bonding ritual. (Nahcotta Sanctuary, POBox87. Nahcotta, WA 98637. $95. 360-665-4181X V 5 /9 6 ) Rational Thought RR does not m ystify addiction and recovery; its approach to chemical dependency is as a technical problem with a technical solution (7pm Mondays and Thursdays: 6 pm Fridays. 415 SW 13th A v e . Cliff Walker 2395359.)(6/16) (5/17/96) AIDS & HIV A ID S Hotline (223-2437. outside o f Portland M etro area call 1-800-777-AIDS.) (6/21 /96) A ID S Forum Live is television for people with AIDS. (1 108 NE Going St., Portland, OR 97221, Jack Cox 284-6807.) (5/19) A S A P Treatment Services provides individual and group counseling for people who are HIV positive and who are also having problems with alcohol and drugs. Title I funds are available to help pay for treatm ent. Call intake coordinator Monday-Friday to ask for Title I appointment. (2 130 SW Fifth A ve. 224-0075.) (2/16/96) Brother to Brother sponsors a MenTalk. in conjunction with Cascade AIDS Project and the Multnomah County Health Department, specifically for African American gay and bisexual men. A variety o f topics are discussed (7-10 pm. third Wednesdays, to register CAP 223-5907, or Jonathan Hutchinson 248-3030.) (8/4) Cascade A ID S Project provides nonmedical services to people whose lives are affected by HIV/AIDS in Oregon. Services include counseling, support groups, advocacy assistance, outreach and education, activities and information Benefit» Advocacy Clinic is held every Monday to assist people who are HIV positive with government entitlement programs and housing forms ( 10:30 am-noon, CAP offices). Confidential and anonymous Drop-In H IV Testing is provided every Tuesday evening for gay and bisexual men (6-8 pm. CAP offices. $15 donation appreciated) H IV University offers classes, information and a wellness program which includes a newsletter, the Plus Club House Party social group and prosocial events. Check the calendar listings for a schedule of classes (HIV U Infoline 223-6339, ext 111) The Plus Club House Party provides a relaxing setting for people with HIV/AIDS to meet and mingle socially. The group meets in private homes on the first and third Friday o f the month (630-900 pm, call h r location Dale 221-3015 or Brian 228-5889) Speaking of Sex... is an ongoing workshop for gay and bisexual men to brush up on the latest in hot, protected sex New' The workshop now includes the British safer sex video Erotic Choices (Bnan 223 5907. ext 131) Speak to Y o u r Brothers Project allows gay and bisexual men. both HIV positive and HIV negative, to find support and get involved in helping their community fight AIDS Men Talks are in-home gatherings which provide a safe atmosphere to talk about relationships, safer sex, testing and more (call 223-6339, ext 160) CAP is recruiting volunteer outreach w orkers for education materials development, and the MenTalk Home Meeting Program (cal Roger223-5907, ext 130) (CAPoffices. Suite 300, 620 SW Fifth Ave , 223-5907.) (3/15/96) C A P Support Group Programs continue to offer a variety of formats including groups open to family and friends, lovers and caregivers, and people who are AD S symptomatic and H V positive asymptomatic, as well as grief and loss support groups If you would like to join an existing support group, or would like to assist in developing new support groups, contact CAP (Cal Protect Client Services 223-5907 ) (5/19) Clackamas County A ID S Relief Effort is a community-based orga nization responding to AD S in Clackamas County by providing H V preven tion and AD S education presentations, support groups for people affected by HIV/ADS. assistance with emergency food and clothing needs, and financial assistance referrals for H V positive people and people with AIDS (Cal 653-8738 or write: CCARE, 4790 SE Logus Road. Milwaukie. OR 97 222/(11/17) Community H ealth Insurance Program pays health insurance premiums for eligible people with HTV or AIDS CH P w i pay premiums for COBRA continuation, or any other group or individual policy CHIP is a program of Ecumenical Mkkstries of Oregon, funded by the Ryan White CARE Act (Title I) (223-8998. 9 am-5 pm Monday-Friday ) Friends of People with A ID S Foundation is a nonprofit organization offering assistance to people with AD S. (245-7428 ) ( 5/19) The HIV Case Management Partnership Project provides com prehensive HIV-related case management to clients in Clackamas. Colum bia. Multnomah. Washington, Yamhill and Clark counties. (8.30 am-5 pm. Monday-Friday, h r referrals call 295-0211 or fax 295-0986 ) (12/15) Regional A ID S Interfaith Network supports and trains people in developing strategies for increased community awareness about HIV/AIDS RAIN works with local health departments and community-based organiza tions in Oregon and Southwest Washington to develop "Faith in Action" opportunities and to assist in prevention education, advocacy, caregiving, food banks, transportation and fund raising. (4790SE Logus Road. Milwaukie. OR 97222, 653-8738, fax 653-0013.) ( 10/6) Sex and Love Addicts Anonym ous You are not alone A 12-step group for those struggling with sexual and/or emotional dependency (6 pm Wednesdays and Sundays. PO Box 6736. Portland. OR 97228. 650-7009. H 5 /19) YOUTH Tod’s Com er provides free clothing for people with AIDS A service of the H IV Day Center, a program of the Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon, offers Friends of People W ith AIDS Foundation. (245-7428.)(,5/19) social activities, case management, peer support, pastoral counseling and home meal deliveries Lunch is available Monday through Friday (12:30pm). (9 am-5 pm Monday-Friday. 3835 SWKeUy St . 223-3444 ) (12/15) Trinity Episcopal Church offers a monthly Healing and Vespers Service with special intentions for those people affected in anyway by HIV/ A D S disease. Also offered is Hope and Wholeness, a spiritually (1-800-347-TEEN, or write IYG. PO Box 20716. Indianapolis. IN 46220. 317 541-8726 )(8 /4 ) Lazarus Community offers spiritual and practical help for people living with HIV and AIDS; Mass in Time of AIDS is held every Monday everting (6 pm). Contact the Rev Gary Mclnnis for information about baptism or weddings. (3835 SW Kelly St.. 223 3444 ) ( 12/15) centered supjxirt group for people living with HIV/AIDS disease Focus is on spiritual nourishment and growth (7-9pm Wednesdays) (Wheelchairacces sible. 147N W 19th Ave , 222-9811.) (5/19) Janus Youth Program s offers workshops for teens The Emerging Woman: esteem-building to increase personal power and explore cul tural identity through art therapy Letting G o of Resentments: anger management group Skills for Life: improve communication skills, Ministry to People Living with H IV/AID S seeks to provide for the spiritual needs of families and individuals affected by the epidemic through prayer, worship and educational experiences (Milwaukie United Church of Christ. 4790 SE Logus Road. 654-6770 )15/5) Multnomah County H IV Services include anonymous and confiden tial H V counseling and testing by appointment and walk-in (284-3775) and HIV clinical services for HIV-infected persons (284-5020). (5/19) The N A M E S Project Portland Chapter holds panel-making work shops the first and third Monday of every month at the HfV Day Center Educational materials and a speakers bureau are also available (6-8 pm. 3835 S W Kelly S t . 650-7032 ) ( 2/17) Network Adult Therapy Services offers comprehensive mental health assessment and services for individuals, couples, families and others dealing with HIV/ADS-related concerns New groups include: male couples with HIV; lesbians and HIV; and young adults, mixed gender Services are covered through Oregon Health Plan/Medicaid. Medicare, private insurance and Ryan W hite CARE Act Title I funding (825 NE 20th Ave . 238-5251 ) (6/21/96) Oregon A ID S Hotline, cosponsored by CAP and the Oregon Health Division, provides A D S information, support and referral, treatment informa tion, and free theater tickets for people with H V /A D S Positive Link connects people impacted by H IV/AD S with trained HIV-positive volunteers for telephone support and information (ask h r Positive Unk) ( 10 am-9 pm Monday-Friday. noon-6 pm Saturday and Sunday. 223-2437 or 1 800 777 A ID S ) (5/19) Washington County Health Department H IV Services provides anonymous testing and counseling. by appointment and walk-in. Seropositive wellness program offers individual counseling Se habla espariol (Testing 648-8851. call 648-8881 h r dines in Beaverton and Hillsboro. TDD 648-8601.) (8/4) C en tr al O regon Central Oregon A ID S Support Team provides services and support for HV-positive people and their caregivers (389-4330) (8/4) S o uth er n O regon Douglas County A ID S Council sponsors meetings and educational activities Ruby House, a project o f the council.is a residence in Douglas County for people with AIDS. Housing, energy assistance and other services are provided. (3035 Laurel Springs Drive. Roseburg, OR 97470. 440-2761.)(5/19 ) Klamath County H IV Resource Center coordinates outreach and education on HIV and AIDS, and provides case management services and support/social groups (10 am-5 pm Monday Friday. 1112 Pine St . Klamath Falls. OR 97601. 541 883-2437. fax 541-882 7929 X 6 /2 1/96) W il l a m e tte V alley H IV Alliance provides free emotional and non medical practical support services to persons living with H V . their family and friends, and those grieving A corn House, a service of the Alliance, is a hospice and day care facility (541-342-2830) (3477 E Amazon P kw y, Eugene. maH PO Box 5513. Eugene. OR 97405. 541 342 5088.) (5/19) IY G Peer C o u n s e lin g H otlin e fo r sexual m inority youth. identify and express emotions, utilize community resources (738 NE Davis. Portland. OR 97232. Doug Pullin 233-6090. ext I33.X.4 /1 9/96) Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual Youth Group o f Eugene meets every Monday Age 25 and under A peer social, support and rap group (5-6 30 pm. Koininia Center library. 1414 Kincaid St.. University o f Oregon campus. 346-3360 ) (9/1) The National Coalition fo r Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Youth is an organization of groups and individuals formed to serve the needs of queer youth across the country. Current projects include the development of a national database of resources (PO Box 24589. San Jose. CA 95154-4589 ) (4/21 ) Phoenix Rising Foundation Inc. is a mental health agency pnmarily serving members o f the sexual m inority communities Social/support groups fo r sexual m in o rity youth are W in d fire (m eets dow n town). Awakenings (meets at Harry 's Mother on the east side), and Q -K re w (meets 2-4 pm Saturday afternoons at Phoenix Rising) Per sonal Deity Proxy is a new group for gay. lesbian and bisexual teens who are interested in expressing their artistic talents (writing, drama, visual arts, etc.) (meets 5-7 pm Fridays at Phoenix Rising) Coming out groups meet regularly (620 SW Fifth Ave , Suite 710. Portland. OR 97204. 223-8299)15/19) Rainbow is a positive peer-support group, primarily for sexual minority youth o f color, sponsored by The Urban League o f Portland (280-2600) (6/15) O ur House of Portland is a nonprofit. residential -care facility for men and women with AIDS This agency provides 24-hour nursing care and quality living services to residents Volunteer opportunities abound (C al or drop by during business hours. 2727 SE Alder S t , 234-0175.)(5/5) support for social, cultural and outreach events, projects and activities for gay and bisexual men in Marion and Polk counties (PO Box 326. Salem. 503-581 3 2 9 6 .> (6/21 /96) Roots and Branches provides positive mental health counseling tailored to the needs of lesbian, gay and bisexual youth Therapy, consultation, advocacy and referral are offered to individuals and families on a sliding scale A program of The Network (2020 SE Powell St 238-0780 ) ( 8/4) Valley A ID S Information Network offers inform ation, support, Safe Space is a group for lesbian, gay. bisexual or questioning youth that Phoenix Rising offers H V /A D S support groups HIV-negative gay and bisexual men 26 and under (Paul Booth 223-8299) HIV-positive gay and bisexual men 26 and under (Jim Hankins 223-8299) HIV-positive professional gay and bisexual men (Jim Everett 223-8299) HIV-nega tive gay and bisexual men (Jim Everett 223-8299) HIV-negative African American gay and bisexual men (Theo Harper 223-8299) (Phoenix speakers and referrals for people affected by HIV/AIDS Call V AIN 's 24- hour hot line Gay and bisexual outreach are also offered (PO Box 971, CorvaHs. OR 97339. 541-752-6322o r 1 -800-588-AIDS) (6/21 /9 6 ) meets in Bend. Ore (Fridays, h r inhrmation or location 383-4861 ) (1/19) Rising Foundation Inc. 620 SW Fifth A v e . Suite 710. Portland. OR 97204, 223 82 99 ) (4/19/96) Project Quest is a nonprofit H V and A D S self empowerment and immune function enhancement program, offering workshops, retreats, and conferences, along with ongoing programs in nutritional cooking and eating for people with H V . yoga, stopping smoking, mediation, and more Project Quest now offers a compreha waive health management group for people with M V / A ID S The group is facilitated by Lusjah Marx. RN PsyO, and Graham Harrim anM A (Cal to receive schedule and preregister h r workshops. 241 -6448 ) (8/4) Pathfinders is a nonprofit organization that provides funding and Yamhill County Public Health Department offers community outreach and HIV prevention education (.Cal Norm Cosh 434- 7525. press 1. or write 412 N Ford. McMinnville. OR 97128)110/6) W a s h in g to n Life Force, a coalition for people living with H V /A D S in Southwest Washington, meets for brown bag lunches the third Saturday of the month All supportive persons are welcome (Noon-3 pm. St Christopher's House. 4 7 16N E44thSt. Vancouver. orwrite POBox86095. Vancouver. WA 98686-0095. 360-573 7304.7(10/17) P e o p le o f C o lo r A g a in s t A I D S 206-322-7061 )( 5/19) N e tw o rk (S e a ttle . V O IC E S (Voices o f Individual and Community Empowerment from the Streets) is a self support group for queer youth M eets weekly Free pizza An interagency project of Phoenix Flising (223-8299) and Outside In (223-4121) (5/19) Th e Zone is an on-line computer bulletin board for lesbian, gay and bisexual teens Based in Los Angeles, the free service operates 24 hours a day (213-7314390J (4 /7 )