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AIDS & HIV
CAREAssist pays for health insurance premiums, prescription drugs
and insurance plan co payments and deductibles for eligible people
with HIV/AIDS. Program of the Oregon Department of Human
Services and the Ryan White CARE Act. (8 am-5 pm Monday-Friday.
503-731-4029 or 800-805-2313 www.healthoregon org.)
Cascade AIDS Project (CAP) educates youth and adults about HIV
prevention, supports people with HIV and their families and advo­
cates for sound HIV policy and legislation on the national, state and
local levels. Spanish-language assistance available. /Suite 300,
620 SW Fifth Ave 503-223 5907. Oregon AIDS Hotline
800-777-2437.)
Catholic Charities AIDS Ministry (CHAT) provides haircuts, mas­
sages, holiday dinners, spiritual direction, pastoral counseling,
funeral services, memorials and family grief work. Free and open
to all people living with HIV. (503-963-8102.)
Clackamas County Public Health offers anonymous and confiden­
tial HIV testing and counseling to everyone. No needles! Free con­
doms! Call for appointment or walk in testing times. (Oregon City:
503-655-8471 Sandy: 503-722-6660. Molalla: 503-723-2944
82nd Avenue: 503-771-7944
For more information call
- 503-742-5382.)
Columbia County Public Health offers anonymous and confiden­
tial HIV testing, counseling and case management to anyone. Se
habla español. We lend HIV books and videos and offer education­
al materials and free condoms. (503-397-4651 or 800-244-4870.)
Daily Bread Express provides home delivery of high-quality meals
to HIV-positive individuals in need. Fresh meals delivered week­
days, frozen meals for weekends. Volunteers invited to inquire any­
time. (Mara 503-460-3822.)
Friends of People with AIDS Foundation offers assistance to
those with HIV, including 72-hour food boxes, entertainment, pet
care, clothing, household goods and cremations. (503-349-4699.
www. friendspwa. org.)
Health, Education, AIDS Liaison (HEAL) offers information about
alternative views of AIDS causation and HIV testing. Call for a free
packet of information. (503-227-2339. bwport@comcastnet.)
Multnomah County Health Department's HIV Community Test Site
offers confidential testing by appointment with or without your
name. Some walk-in testing. Sliding-scale fee. Se habla español;
other interpretation by appointment (9 am-4:45 pm Monday-Friday
except 12:30-4:45 pm Wednesday. 426 SW Stark St., Sixth Floor.
503-988-3775.)
HIV Day Center offers hot meals, counseling, laundry facilities,
clothing, showers and hygiene supplies, computers with Internet
access, phones, mail drop, recreational activities, massage and
haircuts. Volunteers invited to inquire anytime. (9 am-3 pm
' Monday-Fnday. 2941 NE Ainsworth St 503-460-3822.)
The Link, a group for HIV-positive gay and bi men, meets weekly
at Cascade AIDS Project for movies, dinner and other social and
educational events. (6 pm Wednesday. Suite 300, 620 SW Fifth
Ave. Michael 503-223-5907. thelink@cascadeaids.org.)
Multnomah County offers free HIV rapid testing to gay, bi and
trans guys. Se habla español. (5-7:15pm Tuesday 5329 NE Martin
Luther King Jr. Blvd. 503-988-3030.)
Our House of Portland provides Oregon and southwest
Washington's only network of integrated health care and housing
services for people with AIDS. To volunteer, contact Kathryn
Siebert. (503-234-0175 www.ourhouseofportlandorg.)
Partnership Project provides case management and service
access for people living with HIV/AIDS, including help with coordi­
nating a variety of services and behavior-change counseling to
motivate people to protect their partners and themselves. (Intake
line: 503-517-3590
Prevention program: Kurt or Maria
503-230-1202 or 877-795-7700 )
Portland Area HIV Services Planning Council is a county deci­
sion-making body that identifies services needed for people living
with HIV/AIDS and allocates federal funds annually in a six-county
area Need volunteers from all walks of life. (20 NE 10th Ave.,
Second Floor. 3653 SE 34th Ave. 503-988-3030, ext. 25703
www hivportland. org.)
The Positive Direction Series offers life skill workshops to people
living with HIV/AIDS at Cascade AIDS Project. Topics include
employment, parenting, health, women's self-image and sexuality,
budgeting and tenant education. (Dawn Thompson 503-223-5907,
ext. 203. www.cascadeaids.org.)
Project Quest Integrative Health Center offers conventional and
alternative health care, nutrition classes, support groups and recre­
ational sports activities for people seeking a wellness focus to liv­
ing and dying, especially those living with HIV/AIDS or cancer.
Enjoy the relaxing and healing effects of a free reiki treatment noon-
3:45 pm every first and third Monday. (2100 SE Belmont St.
503-238-5203 pquest@qwest.net.)
Queer Love Action Network for Discovery (Q-LAND), an
HIV/STD prevention organization, provides resources and referrals
on men's health challenges and holds bar testing, touching, yoga,
film salon and other events promoting wellness and intimacy.
(503-223-8822. info@qland.org. wwwqlandorg.)
The Research b Education Group provides access to HIV/AIDS
research tnals of new drugs and therapies for people in Oregon and
southwest Washington. (1650 NW Naito Parkway #185
503-229-8428 or 800-875-8428 regroup@reg.org wwwreg org.)
The Risk Reduction Zone, a program of Outside In, provides a
queer safe space that offers HIV, hepatitis C and STD prevention
programs; Internet resources; peer counseling; referrals; and sup­
port groups in a nonclinical setting. (1030 SW 13th Ave
503 535-3895)
Swan House is a specialized adult foster care home serving low-
income individuals with HIV/AIDS who need assistance with per­
sonal care, mobility, medications or druft'alcohol mental health sup
port. (4764 SE Logus Road. Milwaukie 503-786-4829 Volunteers
call 503-234-0175.)
Washington County Health Department provides free needle-free
HIV testing services for gay and bi men at community health clin­
ics in Beaverton and Tigard. (Beaverton: 5:30-7:30 pm Monday,
12550 SW Second St. Tigard: 5:30-7:30 pm Thursday, 15296 SW
Royalty Parkway. 503-846-4965.)
works to protect the rights and interests of gay, lesbian, bi
and trans teachers and students. (503-246-2073. ore-
gonglc@care2. com. www geocities, com/oregonglc. )
COMMUNITY
Oregon Tradeswomen promotes the success of women in
the trades and educates girls and women about construc­
tion careers. Contact for meeting info. (1714 NE Alberta St.
503-335-8200 www. tradeswomen, net. )
General
Babble-On Toastmasters meets at Rose City Park United
Methodist Church to develop public speaking, communication and
leadership skills, including giving prepared speeches, impromptu
speaking and running effective meetings. (4:30-6:30 pm second
and fourth Sunday 5830 NE Alameda St. 503-330-2706.
babbleon freetoasthost. org.)
Deaf b Hearing Out Reach (DHOR) is a nonprofit organization ded­
icated to building community among deaf and hearing queers and
allies. Visit our Web site for programs, services, events and com­
munity resources. (503-517-8880 TTY/voice. info@dhor.org.
www.dhor.org.)
Elder Resource Alliance is a coalition of organizations and individ­
uals working to enhance the lives of older members of the sexual
minorities community through education, advocacy, outreach and
resource development. Activities include sensitivity training, hous­
ing directory, recreational activities, information and assistance.
(3-5 pm first Wednesday. 1737 NW 26th Ave. Rachel
503-224-2640.)
Equity Foundation is a nonprofit organization founded by gays and
lesbians to build communities that embrace the dignity and worth
of all people. Equity has distributed more than $1.75 million in
grants and scholarships throughout Oregon. (503-231-5759
www. equityfoundation, org.)
KBOO-FM s Out Loud queer news and public affairs show, featur
ing local guests and announcements, airs second and fourth
Tuesdays This Way Out, the international queer show, airs on first,
third and fifth Tuesdays. (6 pm. 90.7 FM Portland, 91 9 FM Hood
River,
100.7
FM
Willamette
Valley.
www.kboo.fm.
kboooutloud@yahoo.com.)
Lesbian Community Project builds community and organizes for
justice among lesbians and our allies. Sliding-scale membership is
open to all women who love women. Call about events, classes,
support groups, newsletter and volunteer opportunities. (800 NW
Sixth Ave. #253. Mailing address: PO Box 5931, Portland, OR
97228. 503-227-0605. www.lesbiancommunityproiect.org.)
Love Makes a Family is an international organization that provides
a public voice for lesbian, gay, bi and trans headed families. Your
membership supports queer parents and their children, works for
safe schools and encourages equal rights for all couples.
(503-228-3892. www.lmfamily.org.)
To register your Multnomah County Domestic Partnership, apply
in person and bring $60 cash to the first floor of the Multnomah
County offices. (8 am-4:45 pm Monday-Friday. 501 SE Hawthorne
Blvd 503-988-3027.)
Queer-friendly Northwest Veterans for Peace meets Sundays at
Tully's Coffee. (11 am. 935 NE Broadway nwvp@teleport.com.
www.peaceveterans org.)
The Oregon Safe Schools and Community Coalition seeks to cre­
ate safe schools and communities for families, educators and stu­
dents statewide. (503-260-5792. www.oregonsafeschools.org.)
Pride at Work Oregon is a new affiliate of the AFL-CIO that lets
union members rally support for gay, lesbian, bi and trans issues
and lets the queer community support workplace rights and respect
on the job. (PO Box 4731, Portland. OR 97208. 503-516-2498.)
Pride Northwest a nonprofit, volunteer-run organization, produces
Portland's Pride festival and parade every Father's Day weekend.
(503-295-9788 info@pridenw.org www.pndenw.org.)
Senior Housing and Retirement Enterprises (SHARE) is laying
the groundwork for future gay and lesbian senior housing in the
Portland area. Call to join a committee. (503-224-8881.
www sharepdx. org.)
The Sexual Minorities Roundtable meets second Tuesdays with
representatives from the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office and the
Portland Police Bureau to discuss and resolve issues between the
queer community and law enforcement agencies. (Noon-1:30 pm.
1111 SW Second Ave # 1526. 503-823-0027.)
The Trans/ldentity Resource Centre, a service of Outside In, pro­
vides arts programming, peer education and counseling, referrals,
community outreach, HIV, Hepatitis C and STD testing and preven­
tion, needle exchange and additional resources for trans folk and
people in gender transition. (11 am-6 pm Tuesday Thursday
1030 SW 13th Ave 503-535-3895.)
Veterans for Human Rights is a Portland-based group of queer war
veterans and friends offering mutual support, social activities and
assistance in accessing veterans services. (503-242-3585
groups.yahoo.com/group/vfhr)
Political
Basic Rights Oregon (BRO), the state's largest grassroots queer
rights political organization, lobbies the Legislature, educates the
public and works to end discrimination through election activities.
(PO Box 40625, Portland, OR 97240. 503-222-6151 www basi-
cnghts.org.)
Old Lesbians Organizing for Change (OLOC), provides lesbians 60
and older the chance to meet like-minded women in our common
struggle to confront ageism, to share mutual interests and to expe­
rience the joy of playing and working together. (1 pm second
Wednesday 503-286-3575.)
Radical Women are active in the struggle against bigotry and
exploitation. Call us to get involved! (7 pm second Wednesday
819 N Killingsworth St. 503-240-4462 rwpdx@igc.org.)
Professional
Oregon Education Association (OEA) Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
and Transgender Caucus is an organization for educators that
Support
Brother to Brother is a support and advocacy organiza­
tion for African-American gay and bisexual men and their
families living in the Portland metro area that sponsors
activities and an HIV prevention program. (503-417-7991.
info@brotobropdx. org. www. brotobropdx. org.)
Raise money for Austin Unbound, a work-in-progress
documentary about a deaf Portlander's top surgery,
Dec. 28 at Mississippi Pizza Pub.
Clackamas County Parents, Families and Friends of
Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) meets every fourth Tuesday at
Atkinson Memorial Church in Oregon City. (7-9 pm. 710 Sixth St.
503-998-1450. www.clackamaspflag.org.)
The Dads Group is a social support group for gay, bi, trans or ques­
tioning men who are dads or want to be dads. Meets 7-9 pm first
Tuesdays and third Wednesdays. (Mike 503-236-8339 or Terry
503-697-7004 www thedadsgroup. com.)
Forest Grove Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and
Gays (PFLAG) welcomes community members to its monthly
meetings at Forest Grove United Church of Christ. (7 pm third
Tuesday. 2032 College Way. 503-357-2442 fgpflag@aol.com.)
Hambleton Project offers networking and direct support services
to lesbians with cancer and other life-threatening conditions.
(503-335-6591.)
Late Awakenings, a support group for lesbians who came out lat­
er in life, meets monthly at Outside In. (7 pm first Tuesday.
1132 SW 13th Ave #255. 503-227-0605.)
Multiple Sclerosis Self-Help Group for lesbians and gay men
meets to share information and provide support in dealing with the
challenges of living with multiple sclerosis. (6:30-8 pm third
Wednesday Melissa Greeney 503-223-9511.)
Northwest Gender Alliance is a monthly social and support group
for individuals desiring to explore and express another gender.
(PO Box 4928, Portland. OR 97208-4928 503-533-8787.
nwga @nwgapdx. com. www nwgapdx. com.)
Portland Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays
(PFLAG) welcomes all to its monthly meetings at First United
Methodist Church. (7 pm second Tuesday 1838 SW Jefferson St.
503-232-7676. www.pflagpdx org.)
Single Lesbian Parents invited to network with each other for
activities, support, family outings, crafts, movie nights and parents
night out! (way2muchfun@aol.com.)
TransFamilies is a support group for the family and fnends of trans­
gender people. Meets at First Congregational United Church of
Christ. (1126 SW Park Ave. 503-228-7219.)
Uncoupling Group far Women of all orientations experiencing
the loss of a love relationship. Ongoing meetings held in
Southeast Portland. Wheelchair accessible. (Shari 503-753-7307.
uncouplinggroup@aol. com.)
HEALTH
Planned Parenthood of the Columbia/Willamette provides con­
fidential and affordable sexual and reproductive health care, includ­
ing STD testing and treatment, 20-minute anonymous HIV tests,
annual exams and condoms. Sliding-fees, insurance welcomed. Se
habla espahol. Health centers in Southeast and Northeast Portland,
Gresham, Beaverton, Salmon Creek, Salem, Bend and Vancouver,
Wash. (800-230-7526. www.ppcw.org.)
Portland GLBTQ Yoga Alliance, a group of teachers from various
traditions and studios, helps sexual minority and HIV-positive
people find yoga classes that are specifically welcoming and/or
experienced
in
addressing
their
special
needs.
(www.gayyogaportland.com. bart@stonewallschool.org.)
Queer Love Action Network for Discovery (Q-LAND), an
HIV/STD prevention organization, provides resources and referrals
on men's health challenges and holds bar testing, touching, yoga,
film salon and other events promoting wellness and intimacy.
(503-223-8822. info@qland.org. www.qland.org.) *
Mental Health
YWCA of Greater Portland Counseling Center offers sliding fee
scale counseling for individuals, couples and groups in a safe, con­
fidential and supportive environment. Also offers a Sexual
Minorities Women Support Group on Thursdays and an FtM
Trauma Survivor Support Group on Wednesdays. (1111 SW 10th
Ave. 503-294-7440.)
Recovery
Extended Family hosts queer-friendly Alcoholics Anonymous
meetings at Metropolitan Community Church of Portland. (5:30 pm
daily. 2400 NE Broadway. 503-281-8868.)
Lunch Bunch hosts queer-friendly Alcoholics Anonymous meet­
ings at Metropolitan Community Church of Portland. (Noon daily,
1 pm Sunday. 2400 NE Broadway. 503-281-8868.)
Live and Let Live Club offers the sexual minorities community a
safe place to find friendship, recovery and clean-and-sober activi­
ties. Meeting space available for 12-step groups. (1210SE Seventh
Ave. 503-238-6091:)
Rainbow Recovery AkAlon is a 12-step group of queer and ques­
tioning people who support one another in recovering from the
effects of another person’s drinking. (6-7:30 pm Thursday. 1244 NE
39th Ave. 503-223-8822, ext. 1. www.al-anonportlandoregon.org.)
Anti-violence
Rush Hour Reprieve is an open Alcoholics Anonymous meeting.
(5:30 pm Monday-Friday. 1210 SE Seventh Ave 503-772-5213.)
Bradley-Angle House provides emergency shelter for woman-
identified domestic violence survivors and a support group for
women battered by women. Also provides individual support and
advocacy for women who have experienced emotional, physical or
sexual abuse in their relationships. Free, confidential and safe.
(Crisis: 503-281-2442.
Business: 503-232-7805, ext
3.
emilyg@bradleyangle.org.)
Sex Addicts Anonymous is a 12-step program for those suffering
from addictive sexual behaviors. Any gender and sexual orientation
is welcome. Weekly gay- and lesbian-friendly meeting at Alano
Club focuses on Steps 1-2-3 and the spiritual solution. (7-8 pm
Tuesday 909 NW 24th Ave., Second Floor. 503-452-5961.
www. portlandsaa org.)
Center Against Rape and Domestic Violence serves survivors of
domestic and sexual violence in Linn and Benton counties and
offers a 24-hour hot line, confidential shelter, legal and hospital
advocacy, safety planning and support groups. (Crisis:
541-754-0110 or 800-927-0197 Business 541-758-0219.)
Clackamas Women's Services offers shelter, support and
resource referral to survivors of domestic and sexual violence.
Lesbian, bi and trans friendly. Wheelchair accessible. TTD, relay
calls and collect calls accepted. (Crisis: 503-654-2288 Business
503-722-2366.)
Portland Women's Crisis Line offers free and confidential servic­
es for survivors of domestic and sexual violence. It operates a 24-
hour crisis intervention hot line and provides information and refer­
rals for shelter, counseling and support groups. Sexual assault
advocates
and
foreign
language
translation
available
(503-235-5333 or 888-235-5333. www.pwcl.org.)
Sexual Assault Resource Center promotes social justice by
eliminating sexual violence through support, advocacy and edu­
cation. Services include a 24-hour confidential crisis line, free
counseling and support groups, community education and
volunteer opportunities. (Crisis: 503-640-5311. Business:
503-384-0480. www sarcoregon org.)
Stop Abuse for Everyone (SAFE) provides resources for sexual
minorities who fall through the cracks of traditional domestic vio­
lence
services.
(PO Box
951,
Tualatin,
OR 97062.
wwwsafe4all.org.)
Health
Breathe Free, the Oregon LGBTO Coalition Against Tobacco, pro­
vides education around queer tobacco use and advocates for
tobacco reduction in our communities. (503-784-5813.
r.e.stego@cascadiabhc org.)
CityGuys part of the Men’s Prevention and Wellness department
at Cascade AIDS Project, strives to help Portland queer men keep
informed and stay healthy by offering information, referrals and
safer sex supplies. Look for staff and volunteers out and about in
boght yellow T-shirts! (503-223-5907. cityguys@cascadeaids.org.)
The Triangle Project at ASAP Treatment Services is Oregon's only
alcohol and drug addiction treatment program specifically for the
queer community. Safe, respectful, confidential and effective since
1986. (503-224-0075. www.asaptx.org.)
Sexual
The Multnomah County Health Department STD Program offers
testing and treatment for sexually transmitted diseases, HIV test­
ing and hepatitis A and B vaccinations. By appointment or walk-in.
Most insurance plans accepted; sliding scale fee. Se habla espahol.
(9 am-4:30 pm Monday-Friday except 12:30-4:30 pm Wednesday
426 SW Stark St., Sixth Floor. 503-988-3700.)
SOCIAL
Arts & Music
Creative Connection (formerly Real Connection) is a social gath­
ering for gay men who are artists, wnters or musicians or who pur­
sue some creative activity. Noncommercial, nonjudgmental; sup­
porting personal creativity for novices and professionals alike.
Monthly potlucks on the second Friday. (7 pm. Carl 503-284-2971.)
Portland Gay Men's Chorus is open to singers, support members
and volunteers. (503-226-2588. wwwpdxgmc.org.)
Portland Lesbian Choir is a community-based, nonaudition
women's choir open to all for Wednesday rehearsals Sing, share
skills, perform, and have fun. (503-727-3306. portlandlesbian-,
choir@hotmail.com. wwwplchotr.org)
Rose City Gay Freedom Band is a performance group for queers
and supportive friends of varying musical skill levels with annual
fall and spring concerts. Subgroups include the Rose City Swing
band and a marching band with flag corps. Come join us!
(503-790-2170 info@rcgfb.org. wwwrcgfb.org)
Satori Men's Chorus welcomes new members of all ages and
races, regardless of sexual orientation or musical background, to
join Wednesday rehearsals No audition necessary (503-299-4454
www.satorichorus org.)