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About Just out. (Portland, OR) 1983-2013 | View Entire Issue (March 21, 1997)
just out ▼ m arch 2 1. 1997 ▼ 25 living with HIV and AIDS, takes place April 19 at M etropolitan Commu nity Church Portland Learn about w ill preparation. Advance Directive and Power of Attorney. SSI. SSD. Medicaid, and financial and estate planning R e se rva tio n s a re re q u ire d . Lunch provided. (10 am- 3 pm 2400 NE Broadway $5 Reservations: 281 -8868 3 (4/18 ) AIDS & HIV A S A P T rea tm ent S e rv ic e s provides individual and group counsel ing for people who are HIV-positive and who are also having problems w ith alcohol o r drugs. Title I funds are available to help pay for treatm ent Call the intake coordinator Monday through Friday to ask for a Title I appointment. (2130 SW Fifth Ave 224-0075 )11 2/96) C a s c a d e A I D S P ro je c t provides nonmedical services to people whose lives are affected by HIV and AIDS in Oregon Services include counseling, support groups, advocacy, assistance, outreach and edu cation, activities and inform ation B e n e fits A d v o c a c y C lin ic is held every Monday to assist people who are HIV-positive w ith govern ment entitlem ent programs and housing form s. (10 30 am-noon CAP offices 3 Confidential and anonymous d ro p -in H IV te stin g is pro vid ed eve ry T uesday evening fo r gay and b ise xu a l m en. (6-8 pm. CAP offices. $20 lab fee HIV testing hot line ext 172.) H IV U n iv e rs ity offers classes, inform ation 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 (H IV U Infoline 223-6339. ext 11 1 JThe P lu s C lu b H ou se P a rty provides a relaxing setting for people w ith HIV and AIDS to meet and mingle socially The group meets in private homes on the first and third Fridays of the month. (6 30-9 00 pm C all fo r location: Dale 221-3015. Brian 228-5889 ) (CAP offices Suite 300. 620 S W Fifth Ave 223-5907.) (1 1/96) C A P S u p p o rt G ro u p P ro g ra m s offers a variety of form ats including groups open to family and friends, lovers and caregivers, and people who are AIDS sym ptom atic and HIV-positive asym ptom atic, 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. (Project C lient Services 223-59073(7/97) C la c k a m a s C o u n ty A ID S Rallaf Effort is a community-based organization responding to AIDS in Clackamas County by providing HIV-prevention and AIDS-education presentations, support groups for people affected by HIV and AIDS, assistance with emergency food and clothing needs, and financial assistance referrals for HIV-positive people and people with AIDS. (CCARE. 4790 SE Logus Road. Mil- waukie. OR 97222 653-8738 ) (11/96) C la c k a m a s C o u n ty P u b lic H ealth C lin ic offers walk-in hours for HIV testing and counseling No appointment necessary All testing is confidential; anonymous testing available (5-7 pm Monday. 8:30- 11 am W ednesday 1425 S Kaen Road. Oregon City. 655-8471.) ( 6 / 6 ) C o m m u n ity H ealth In su ra n ce P ro g ra m pays health insurance premiums for eligible people with HIV or AIDS CHIP w ill pay premiums fo r COBFIA continuation, or any other group or individual policy CHIP is a program o f Ecumenical M inistries o f Oregon funded by the Ryan W hite CARE A ct (Title I). (9 am-5 pm Monday-Fnday 223-8998 3 (7 /9 7 ) F rie n d s of People w ith A I D S Fou nda tion is a nonprofit organi zation offering assistance to people with AIDS (245-74283(7/97) HIV and AIDS RAIN works w ith local health depart m ents and com m unity-based organizations in Oregon and Southwest W ashington to develop "fa ith in ac tio n " opportunities and to assist in prevention, educa tion. advocacy, caregiving, food banks, transportation and fund raising. (4790 SE Logus Road. M ilwaukie. OR 97222 653-8738. fax 653-0013 3 (7 /9 7 ) N e ig h b o rh o o d M e n T a lk s brings gay and bisexual men together to socialize and enjoy an evening discussing topics im portant to them Gatherings are facilitated and hosted by volunteers, and meet on an ongoing monthly basis A program of Speak to Your Brothers. (7 pm C all fo r location Doug 223 5907. ext 1453 (11 /96 ) N e tw ork HIV /Sexual M inority Services offers counseling for individuals, couples and families Current support groups coming out at midlife, lesbian therapy group (2020 SE Powell Blvd 238-0780 )( 8/97) S p e a k to Y o u r B ro th e rs is a community-based HIV primary prevention program serving gay and bisexual men in the Portland area N e ig h b o rh o o d M e n T a lk s brings gay and bisexual men together to socialize and discuss topics of mutual interest Gatherings are on an ongoing monthly basis, and are facilitated and hosted by volunteers (Doug ext 145 ) S p e a k in g of S e x is a fun. interactive workshop offering men the skills they need to stay safe in the '90s (Brian ext 131 ) D ro p - in H IV testing and support is offered every Tuesday fo r gay and bisexual men. (6-8 pm. $20 lab fee CAP offices HIV testing hot line ext 1 72 ) O u tre a c h is out in the community talking with men one-on-one at events. in bars and parks. and at the beaches. (Shawn ext 174.) P e e r L e a d e rsh ip P ro g ra m trains young gay and bisexual men to develop leadership skills and HIV- prevention activities in the community. (Brianext 131.) Speak to Your Brothers is a program of Cascade AIDS Project. (CAP offices: Suite 300. 620 SW Fifth Ave 223-5907.) ( 11/96) N o rth w e s t G e n d e r A llia n c e <s a social and support organization for cross-dressers and transsexuals Monthly open meetings and socials (PO Box 4928. Portland. OR 97208-4928 646 28 02 3( 7/97) P a re n ts , F a m ilie s a nd F rie n d s of Le sb ia n s a nd G a y M en provides love and support fo r all family members and friends of lesbians and gay men M eets on the fourth W ednesday of every month (7-9 30pm First United M ethodist Church. 1838SW Jefferson S t PO Box 8944. Portland. OR 97207 232-76763 (4 /9 6 ) T o d 's C o m e r provides free clothing fo r people with AIDS A service o f the Friends o f People with AIDS Foundation. (245-74283 ( 7/97) T rin it y Ep iscop a l C h u rc h is offering a monthly healing and vespers service with special intentions for people affected in any way by HIV and AIDS Through May 1997. (1 4 7 N W 19th Ave Wheelchair accessible 222-9811.) (5/97 ) M ar G o m a n 's mixed-media constructions are part off " E a rth b o u n d ," s h o w in g at W a te rsto n e G a lle ry thro u gh M arch 29 W a sh in gto n C o u n ty Health D e p a rtm e n t H IV S e rv ic e s provides anonymous testing and counseling, by appoint ment and walk-in. Seropositive wellness program offers individual counseling. Se habla espaftol. (Testing 648-8851. clinics in Beaverton and Hillsboro 648-8881. TDD 648-8601 3 (7/97) W o m e n 's In te rc o m m u n ity A I D S R e so u rce offers a number of services to HIV-positive women and their fam ilies, including a weekly support group for HIV-positive women, a bim onthly support group for children affected by HIV. family support services, inform ation and referral, advocacy and emergency assistance. Child care provided for fam ilies seeking service. Volunteer opportunities available (9-5 pm M onday-Friday 6600 SE Division St.. Suite 103. Portland. OR 97206 775-6327) (9/97 ) C e n tra l O re g o n A I D S S u p p o rt T e a m provides services and support for HIV-positive people and their caregivers. (541-389-4330 3 (7/97) C o astal O r egon C la ts o p C o u n ty A I D S C o a litio n R e sou rce C e n te r coordi nates outreach and education on HIV and AIDS, social and support groups, an HIV/AIDS speakers bureau, and provides case manage ment services for the Astoria. W arrenton, Seaside and Cannon Beach areas (1 30-4 30 pm Monday. W ednesday and Friday 10 Sixth St.. Suite 209. Astoria. OR 97103 325-471 7 7 (4/97) The H IV C a s e M a n a g e m e n t P a rtn e rs h ip P ro je c t provides comprehensive HIV-related case management to clients in Clacka mas. Columbia. Multnomah, W ashington. Yamhill and Clark counties. (8 3 0 am-5 pm Monday-Fnday. 5525SE MHwaukie Ave.. Portland. OR 97202 For referrals: 230-1202. fax 230-1213.) (12/96) S o u th er n O r egon A ID S S u p p o rt a n d P re ve n tio n (ASAP) is a support and resource network in Josephine County for people living with AIDS and HIV. their fam ilies and friends. (5 4 1-471-7890.)( 9/9 7) The H IV C e n te r a program o f Ecumenical M inistries of Oregon, offers social activities, case management, peer support, pastoral counseling and home meal deliveries Lunch is available at 12:30 pm Monday through Friday. ( 9 am-5 pm Monday-Fnday 3835S W Kelly St. 223-3444 ) ( 1 1/96) D o u g la s C o u n ty A ID S C o u n c il sponsors meetings and educa tional activities R u b y H ouse, a project of the council, is a residence in Douglas County for people w ith AIDS. Housing, energy assistance and other services are provided. (3035 Laurel Sphngs Drive. Rose- burg. OR 97470 541-440-2761.)(7/97) L a za ru s C o m m u n ity offers spiritual and practical help for people living with HIV and AIDS, a Mass in Time o f AIDS is held every Thursday evening. (6 pm Hopewell House. 6171 S W C apitol Highway Fr. Gary M clnnis 245-03393 (2/97) K lam a th C o u n ty H IV R e s o u rc e C e n te r coordinates outreach and education on HIV and AIDS, social and support groups, and provides case management services (10 am-5 pm Monday-Friday 1112 Pine St.. Klamath Falls. OR 97601 541-883-2437 3 (7/97) M u ltn o m a h C o u n ty H IV S e rv ic e s offers anonymous and confi dential HIV counseling and testing, by appointm ent and walk-in (248-3775). and HIV clinical services fo r H IV -positive people (248-5020) (11/96) L o v e jo y H o s p ic e offers care fo r the critically ill and their fam ilies in Josephine County. (541-474-1193 ) (9 /9 7 ) The N A M E S P ro je ct P o rtla n d C h a p te r holds panel-making workshops the first and third Mondays o f every month at the HIV C enter Educational materials and a speakers bureau are also avail able. (6 -8 pm 3835 SW Kelly S t 650-7032 )0 /9 7 ) N e tw o rk H IV /Se xu a l M in o rity S e rv ic e s offers medical evalua tion and management, and counseling fo r individuals, couples and families affected by HIV and AIDS Available through the Oregon Health Plan. Medicaid. Medicare, private pay. private insurance and Ryan W hite CARE Act Title I (2020 SE Powell Blvd 238-07803 (8/97 ) O re g o n A ID S Hotline, cosponsored by CAP and the Oregon Health Division, provides AIDS inform ation, support and referral, treatm ent inform ation, and free theater tickets fo r people with HIV and AIDS P o sitive Lin k connects people affected by HIV and AIDS with trained HIV-positive volunteers fo r telephone support and inform ation (10 am-9 pm Monday-Fnday. noon-6 pm Saturday and Sunday 223-2437. 1 800-777-AIDS 3 (7/9 7 ) O u r H ou se of P o rtla n d 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 (2727 SE Alder S t 234-0175.) (7/97 ) P h o e n ix R ising offers HIV and AIDS support; call fo r a list o f current groups (Phoenix Rising Foundation Inc . 62 0S W Fifth A v e . Suite710, Portland. OR 97204 223-8299 ) 0 /9 7 ) P o sitive P la ce , a g ro u p fo r H IV -p o s itiv e p e o p le u n d e r age 25. m eets on Thursdays at O utside In A joint project of O utside In and Project Quest (123 6SW Salmon S t Call to sign up Graham Hanriman 241 6 4 4 8 ) (9/97 ) P ro je c t Q u e s t is a nonprofit HIV and AIDS self-em powerm ent and immune function enhancement program offering workshops, retreats and conferences, along with ongoing programs in nutritional cooking and eating, yoga, stopping smoking, m editation and more Project Q uest offers a c o m p re h e n s iv e health m a na g e m e n t g ro u p fo r p e o p le w ith H IV a nd A I D S The group is facilitated by Lusijah Marx. RN. PsyD, and Graham Harriman. M A (C all to receive schedule and preregister fo r workshops 241-6448 3 (7 /9 7 ) R e g io n a l A I D S Interfaith N e tw o rk supports and trains people in developing strategies fo r increased com m unity awareness about W il l a m e t t e V a lu e y H IV A llia n c e provides free em otional and nonmedical practical support services to people living with HIV, their fam ilies and friends, and those grieving A c o rn H o u se a service of the alliance, is a hospice and day care facility (541-342-2830) (1966 Garden A v e . Eugene PO Box 5513. Eugene. OR 97405 541-342-5088 3 (7/97 ) P a th fin d e rs is a nonprofit organization that provides funding and support for social, cultural and outreach events, projects and activities for gay and bisexual men in Marion and Polk counties (PO Box 326. Salem. OR 97301 581-3296 3 (7/97 ) V a lle y A ID S Inform a tion N e tw o rk offers inform ation, support, speakers and referrals for people affected by HIV and AIDS Call VAIN 's 24-hour hot line 1 -8 0 0 -5 8 8 -A I D S Gay and bisexual out reach are also offere d (PO Box 971. C orvallis. OR 97339 541-752-6322 3 (7/97) Y a m h ill C o u n ty P u b lic H ealth D e p a rtm e n t offers community outreach and HIV-prevention education. (412 N Ford S t . M cMinnville. OR 97128 Norm Costa 434 7525. 434-4507 ) (10/96) W a s h in g t o n P e o p le of C o l o r A g a i n s t 206-322-7061.) (7/97 ) A ID S N e tw o rk (S e a ttle BROADCAST L o v e M a k e s a F a m ily is a public dialogue about lesbians, gay men and family values on KKEY 1150 AM. (7-9 am W ednesday Call-in number 222 5539. J (7/97 ) T h e S n ic k e rs L a B a rr S h o w features talk for gay men. lesbians and bisexuals (Call fo r schedule: 727-2491.) (7/97) CAMPUS The A ll-H ill G a y, Le sbia n a nd B isexual A llia n ce is Oregon Health Sciences U niversity's social and peer support group for stu dents, faculty, staff and friends. Social gatherings are held every month or so. (Angela 494-5818. S cott 632-8569 3 (2/97) COMMUNITY G eneral A d v o c a te s fo r G a y a nd Lesbian E q u a lity prom otes positive images o f lesbians, gay men and bisexuals and prom otes cooperation and collaboration among those who support equal rights for lesbians, gay men and bisexuals in Oregon (PO Box 5222. Portland. OR 97208.) ( 4/9 7 ) A s ia n a n d P a cific Isla nde r Lesbians a n d G a y s is a social and educational group for the Asian and Pacific Islander community. A ctivities include social outings, potlucks. cultural events and rap groups. (M essage line 232-6408 3 (2/97) B o n n e ville G a y , Le sbian and B isexual R e s o u rc e G ro u p is fo r mutual support and to address diversity and employment issues at Bonneville Power Adm inistration. O ther federal employees welcome (230-4733. 6 3 1 -7 7 6 7 )( 7/97) B ro th e r to B ro th e r is a social and political group for African American gay and bisexual men Get involved and help set the group's agenda (280-2600) (7 /9 7 ) C a s c a d e G u ild M e d ica l G ro u p meets monthly for potluck din ners. socializing, networking and other activities All phases o f the health care field are represented; friends and partners welcom e (Ted 246-4531. Joyce 360-694-3740 ) (8/97) CSackam as P a th fin d e rs is a social group for gay and bisexual men in Clackamas County. Evening gatherings on the second Saturday of the month, other activities on occasion. A community outreach pro gram of CCARE. (Call fo r location: 653-8378.)( 2/97) C O L A G E . Children of Lesbians and Gays Everywhere, holds support group meetings for kids on the second Monday of each month M eets at Love Makes a Family Inc. (6pm Call fo r location: 228-3892.)( 7/97) Ea stside Fa m ily C o o p e ra tiv e offers alternative part-tim e child care in a loving environment created and run com pletely by parents Lesbian and gay families are welcome. (9 am -1 pm three days per week 2800 SE Harrison S t 233-5099 ) (7/97) E q u ity F o u n d a tio n is a statewide community foundation created by lesbian and gay Oregonians. Equity awards grants to organizations that support its mission of "access to w o rth ." (Jim Vegher. PO Box 5696. Portland. OR 97228 220 0628. fax 222-5062. EquityFundOaol com ) (7/97 ) F R IE N D S is a support group for African American gay and bisexual men Discussion topics are chosen by participants; food and beverage provided (6-8pm second and fourth Wednesdays Brian or Cecil 280-26433(7/97) G a y and Le sbian A rc h iv e s of the P acific N o rth w e s t is a historical society and archiving project working to preserve and docu ment local gay and lesbian history. M eets one Sunday per month (P O B ox3646. Portland. O R97208 284 1872. glapn&aol com 3 (7 /9 7 ) G a y , Le sbian and Bisexual P h ysicia ns of O re g o n is a social and activist group for physicians, residents and medical students through out Oregon Meetings held monthly (788-0137. 234-4134 ) ( 2/97) G ay R esource C onnection is a toll-free information and referral line with listings for prosocial gay and lesbian events, groups, organizations and activities throughout Oregon (10am-9pmMonday-Friday. noon-6pm weekends 223-2437. 1 800-777 2437 OrhotlmeOaol com X 7/9 7) G a y , Le sb ia n o r Bi E m p loye e s a group of Internal Revenue Service and other federal treasury employees, meets monthly (Jerry 326 5667. Dan 326-3214 3 (12/96) Lesbian Com m u nity Pro ject provides outreach, networking and other services to the lesbian community (TDD or voice 223-00713(7/97) Le sbian H ealth P ro je c t sponsors a support group for lesbians with breast cancer that meets every other Monday Lesbians w ith other cancer-related illnesses welcome (6-7 30pm Michelle Gordon. LCSW. 236-8770 ) ( 4/9 6) Le sbia ns L iv in g w ith C a n c e r meets bimonthly Partners and family welcome (Call for meeting times and places Knstie 630-6690 ) (7/97 ) Lo ve M a ke s a Fa m ily serves lesbian and gay fam ilies o f all types through public education and outreach A support group fo r parents meets every second Monday, along with an activities group for school- aged children and a discussion group for teenagers (6-8 pm PO Box 11694. Portland. OR 97211 C all for location 228 38 92 3(7/9 7) P h oenix R isin g F o u n d a tio n Inc. is a nonprofit organization offenng a full range of services, based on a sliding fee scale, to the lesbian, gay. bisexual, transgender and transsexual communities Some insurance policies and M edicare cover services HIV contracts provide for free counseling to eligible persons Support groups offered include a m a n 's co m in g ou t g ro u p (Royce Bowlin>. a g ro u p for p ro- and postoperative transsexuals (Barry), a b a tte re r's inte rve ntion g ro u p fo r lesbian a nd bisexual w o m e n who use physical, emotional, psychological and/or sexual violence to hurt and intim idate their lovers (Julie O 'D onnell) a w o m e n ’s sexual abuse g ro u p (Deb R odgers) a m e n 's p ro ce ss g ro u p for gay. bisexual and gay- and bi-curious men (Jack Turtletaub) and a w o m e n 's p ro c e s s g ro u p (call for inform ation) Two new groups for children are offered a c h ild re n 's grie f g ro u p for children ages 10 to 12 whose lives have been affected by HIV and AIDS (4-5 30pm Wednes day. Deb Rodgers) and a g ro u p fo r ch ildre n in tra nsitio n ages 10 to 12. who are adjusting to divorce, separation or a new co-parent (4-5 30 pm Tuesday. Deb Rodgers) (620 SW Fifth Ave . Suite 710. Portland. OR 97204 223-82993(5/97) P o rtla n d B ise xu a l A llia n c e is an advocacy group fo r bisexual and bi-friendly people. Support and discussion groups are mixed- gender and meet at 7 pm on the firs t and third Fridays of the month at Laughing Horse Books PBA publishes Fence Post, a bisexual magazine, and holds socials and potlucks every month. (232-9275. pdxbiO teleport com .) (2 /9 7 ) P o rtla n d B isexual W om e n is a discussion group for bisexual women or any woman who may be wondering about her sexuality A forum for exchanging ideas, feelings, resources and inform ation about bisexuality. Women o f any age. race, culture encouraged to attend. (7-9 pm second and fourth Fridays It's M y Pleasure. 4258 SE Hawthorne Blvd Preregistration 236-0505. 283-64333 ( 7/97) P o rtla n d Le a th e r M e n meets on the second Saturday o f each month for a potluck dinner at a member's home (PLM. 1701 Broad way. Suite 273. Vancouver. WA 986633 (7/97) P rid e N o rth w e s t is an ongoing organization that plans Lesbian and Gay Pride and other Pride-associated events (PO Box 6 6 11. Fdrtland. OR 97228 295-97883(7/97) Right to Pride Inc. advocates full civil rights, human rights and social equity for lesbians, gay men and bisexuals by informing and educating policy makers and the general public (921 SW M orrison S t . Suite 546. Portland. OR97205 228-5825, fax228-I I 04. rtppacOaol com X 10/96) S e rv ic e m e m b e rs Legal D e fe nse N e tw o rk helps men and women hurt by the m ilitary's ban on lesbians and gay men Confidential counseling available (202-328-FAIR. S LD N l@ aol.com , h ttp / / www.sldn.org.) (7/97) T ra n s -P o rt is a peer support organization open to all transgendered people and their families Monthly open meetings and private peer support meetings (PO Box 66913. Portland. OR 97290 774 84633 (9/97) P olitical B a s ic R ights O re g o n is an ongoing electoral organization working statewide to keep discrim ination out o f the Oregon Constitution. (PO Rox 40625. Portland. OR 97240 222-61513 (7/97) C o a litio n for H u m a n D ig n ity >s an antifascist organizing group concerned with monitoring, exposing and confronting far-right and new-nghtpoliticalgroups. (7 pm first and third Thursdays M etropolitan Community Church Portland, 2400 NE Broadway 2 8 1-58233(10/96) Lesbian A ve n ge rs is a direct action group focused on issues vital to lesbian survival and visibility (73 0p m first and third Thursdays Flying Saucer Cafe. 2138 SE Division S t Hot line 452-5408 ) (2/97 ) G a y , Le sbian, Stra igh t T e a c h e rs N e tw o rk -O re g o n C h a p te r brings together gay and straight teachers, parents, students and concerned citizens to work together to end homophobia in our schools M eets every third Tuesday (6-8 pm A Teacher's Space. 2755 NE Broadway GLSTN. PO Box 20565. Portland. OR 9729 43 (8 /97) L o g C a b in R e p u blica ns: Socialize, meet prominent people, or just enlighten a few minds in the party at meetings on the second Thursday of every month (food provided) (PO Box 2655. Portland. OR 97208- 2655 Jerry Keene 245-1846) (7 /9 7 ) P ro g re s s iv e Q u e e rs s an informal group working for social justice by taking action on issues of race, economic justice, cultural under standing and gender and sexual identity. (6 30-8 pm fourth Thursday Call fo r location M illard 284 2979 ) (7/97) R a d ica l W om en is active in the daily struggle against racism, sexism, anti-gay bigotry and labor exploitation M eets every second W ednesday (6 30 pm. Room 201. N orthw est Service Center. 1819 N W Everett S t 228 3090. fax 223-23903(8/97) R igh t to P rid e Political A c tio n C o m m itte e advocates full civil rights, human rights and social equity for lesbians, gay men and bisexuals by endorsing and supporting candidates and campaigns. (921 SW M orrison S t . Suite 546. Portland. OR 97205 228-5825. fax 228 1)04. rtppacOaol com ) (10/96) S o u th w e s t W a shington Fa irne ss C o a litio n is a part of W ash ington Citizens for Fairness, of the Hands O ff W ashington project New members are always welcome to help in the struggle to defeat organized statewide political efforts which lim it or deny the civil rights of any resident o f W ashington. (1701 Broadway. Suite 138. Vancou ver. WA 98663 360 69510023 (7/97 ) CRISIS The A lc o h o l and D ru g H e lp L i ne (232-8083 in Portland) and Y o u th Li ne (233-1113 in Portland) give free, unbiased tndcon' tential