08/01/2026
Portland Freedom to Breathe Community Event
She was only 51 years old.
My aunt smoked three packs of ci******es a day for years....her cigarette never went out 😞
Like so many families, we watched someone we loved struggle with ni****ne addiction. We hoped she would quit. We prayed she would quit. But addiction is powerful, and we lost her far too soon.
Her story is one of the reasons Freedom to Breathe: Community Wellness Event means so much to me.
The truth is, almost all of us have someone in our lives—a parent, sibling, aunt, uncle, friend, coworker, or neighbor—who smokes or vapes, and we worry about them. Sometimes they don't need another lecture. Sometimes they just need to know someone cares enough to walk beside them.
That's why I'm inviting you to join us on Sunday, August 16, from 10:00 AM–3:00 PM at Optimal Health Center, 1606 NE 37th Ave., Portland.
This isn't about judging anyone. It's about offering hope, resources, and support.
You'll have the opportunity to: 🚭 Connect with agencies that specialize in to***co prevention and smoking cessation. ❤️ Learn about healthier choices for yourself and your family. 🤝 Meet community organizations dedicated to improving health and wellness. 🎒 Help support our school supply drive for local students. 🎉 Enjoy food, entertainment, health resources, and a day of community.
If someone you love smokes or vapes, invite them. Come with them. Your invitation could be the first step toward a healthier future.
Sponsorship/Vendors https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1992518878603
Let's breathe better, live better, and support one another—because every life is worth fighting for.