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AIDS Er 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. 18 am-5 pm Monday-Friday.
503-731 4029 or 800-805-2313 wwwhealthoregon.org.)
Cascade AIDS Project (CAP) educates youth and adults about HIV
prevention, supports people with HIV and their families and advocates
for sound HIV policy and legislation on the national, state and local
levels Spamsh-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. 1503-963-8102.)
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.)
Clark County offers free rapid HIV testing and hepatitis A and B
vaccinations to men who have sex with men in Vancouver, Wash.
(5-6:30 pm Thursday. 3701 E Fourth Plain Blvd. 360-397-8098.)
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.)
Fuzeon Information Group welcomes people contemplating,
using or caregiving for Fuzeon recipients. Facilitated by experi
enced patient, nurses and social workers. (5:30-7 pm second
Wednesday, 3600 N Interstate Ave. 5:30-7pm fourth Wednesday,
5525 SE Milwaukie Ave. RSVP to Julia 503-230-1202, ext. 235.
www. ohsu. edu/partnership/fuzeon. html.)
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@comcast.net.)
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-Friday. 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.ourhouseofportland.org.)
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 wwwcascadeaids.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.
(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 referral!
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 wwwqland org.)
The Research & 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 ft 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 support 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 drug/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.)
COMMUNITY
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 & 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 indi
viduals working to enhance the lives of older members of the sex
ual minorities community through education, advocacy, outreach
and resource development. Activities include sensitivity trainings,
creating social change, recreational activities, information and
assistance. (3:30-4:30 pm first Wednesday. Friendly House
Community Center, 1737 NW 26th Ave. Rachel 503-224-2640.
eracoordinator@yahoo. com.)
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, featuring
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.lesbiancommunityproject.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. Imfamily. org.)
Support
Brother to Brother is a support
and advocacy organization 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.bro-
tobropdx.org.)
Mental Health
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. if255. 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 friends of trans
gender people. Meets at First Congregational United Church of
Christ. (1126 SW Park Ave. 503-228-7219.)
Queer-friendly Northwest Veterans for Peace meets Sundays at
Tully's Coffee. (11 am. 935 NE Broadway, nwvp@teleport.com.
www. peaceveterans. org.)
HEALTH
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.pridenw.orgj
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 nghts
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.basicrights.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 works to
protect the rights and interests of gay, lesbian, bi and trans teach
ers and students
(503-246-2073
oregonglc@care2 com
www geocities com/oregonglc)
Oregon Tradeswomen promotes the success of women in the
trades and educates girls and women about construction careers.
Queer Love Action Network for Discovery
(Q-LAND), an HIV/STD prevention organiza
tion, provides resources and referrals on men's
health challenges and holds bar testing, touch
ing, yoga, film salon and other events promot
ing wellness and intimacy. (503-223-8822.
info@qland.org www.qland.org.)
Enjoy the relaxing and healing effects of a
African drummer Hakim
free reiki treatment at People's Food Co-op.
Clackamas County Parents,
Muhammad performs May 8 at a
(Noon-3 pm third Saturday. 3029 SE 21st
Families and Friends of Lesbians
fund-raiser
for the new play Mutt.
Ave.)
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.)
YWCA of Greater Portland Counseling Center offers sliding fee
scale counseling for individuals, couples and groups in a safe, confi
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
dential and supportive environment. Also offers a Sexual Minorities
Tuesdays and third Wednesdays. (Mike 503-236-8339 or Terry
Women Support Group on Thursdays and an FtM Trauma Survivor
Support Group on Wednesdays. (1111 SW 10th Ave. 503-294-7440.)
503-697-7004 www.thedadsgroup.com.)
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.)
The Oregon Safe Schools and Community Coalition seeks to
create safe schools and communities for families, educators and
students statewide. (503-260-5792. www.oregonsafeschools.org.)
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.)
Contact for meeting info. (1714 NE
Alberta
St. . 503-339-8200.
www. tradeswomen net.)
Anti-Violence
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.)
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 aqd 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
education. 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 violence
services. (PO Box 951, Tualatin, OR 97062. www.safe4all org.)
General
Breathe Free, the Oregon LGBTQ Coalition Against Tobacco,
provides education around queer tobacco use and advocates for
tobacco reduction in our communities. (503-784-5813.
r. e. szego @cascadiabhc. org.)
CityGuys, part of the Men's Prevention and Wellness department
at Cascade AIDS Project, stnves 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
bright yellow T-shirts! (503-223-5907 cityguys@cascadeaids.org.)
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 español Health centers in Southeast and Northeast Portland,
Gresham, Beaverton, Salmon Creek, Salem, Bend and Vancouver,
Wash. (800-230-7526 www.ppcworg.)
Portland GLBTQ Yoga Alliance, a group of teachers from various
Recovery
Center for Family and Adolescent Research offers free counsel
ing for parents of drug-abusing youth 15 to 20 who refuse to go to
treatment. Part of a federally funded treatment study to help quali
fying parents engage resistant youth in counseling. (503-243-1065.
www. on. org/cfar/portland.)
Extended Family hosts queer-friendly Alcoholics Anonymous
meetings at Metropolitan Community Church of Portland. (5:30pm
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. (1210 SE Seventh
Ave. 503-238-6091.)
Rainbow Recovery Al-Alon is a 12-step group of queer and ques
tioning people who support one another in recovering frdm the
effects of another person's drinking. (6-7:30pm Thursday. 1244 NE
39th Ave. 503-223-8822, ext. 1. www.al-anonportlandoregon.org.)
Rush Hour Reprieve is an open Alcoholics Anonymous meeting.
(5:30 pm Monday-Friday. 1210 SE Seventh Ave. 503-772-5213.)
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.)
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 espariol.
(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 Er Music
Confluence: The Willamette Valley Mixed GALA Chorus
rehearses Sundays at Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Salem.
(4-6:30 pm. 5090 Center St NE. 503-364-2370. confluence®
aol. com. www. confluencechorus, org.)
Creative Connection (formerly Real Connection) is a social gather
ing for gay men who are artists, writers or musicians or who pursue
some creative activity. Noncommercial, nonjudgmental; supporting
personal creativity for novices and professionals alike. Monthly
potlucks on the second Friday. (7 pm. Carl 503-284-2971.)
Film discussion group forming for gay, bi and trans men. Share
your perspective regarding portrayals of sexual minority men in
current films. Monthly activities include group outings to see films.
(filmtalk@verizon. net.)
Portland Gay Men's Chorus is open to singers, support members
and volunteers. (503-226-2588 wwwpdxgmc.org.)
Portland Lesbian Choir is an informal, nonaudition community
chorus for women of all ages to sing, socialize and share songs,
melodies and talents. The only requirement is you must like to sing
and have a good time! (7-8:30 pm Wednesday. 503-727-3306
portlandlesbianchoir@hotmail com. www plchoir 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 Man’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
wwwsatorichorus org.)
General
Asian b Pacific Islander Lesbians and Gays is a nonprofit com
munity voice for gay, lesbian and bi Asian and Pacific Islanders.
Activities include potlucks, recreational outings and cultural events
Friendly environment to meet and connect with other API. (PO Box
12661, Portland. OR 97232. aplgj>dx@yahoo.com.)
Bad Girls is a social and educational leather and B/D/S/M club for
self-identified women with an emphasis on safety and education.