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Willamette Health Council Improving the health of the Marion-Polk community

Every child deserves the chance to play, belong, and build friendships. At Sumpter Elementary, students of all abilities...
08/29/2026

Every child deserves the chance to play, belong, and build friendships. At Sumpter Elementary, students of all abilities learn and grow together every day. But for children with mobility challenges, the playground can still be a barrier to inclusion.

That's why families, staff, and community members are working together to build the first inclusive playground in Salem-Keizer Public Schools. For 6-year-old Juniper, who uses a wheelchair and walker, an inclusive playground would mean more than accessible equipment. It would mean being able to play alongside her friends, participate fully at recess, and experience the joy and connection every child deserves.

The Sumpter Parent Teacher Club is partnering with Unlimited Play to make this vision a reality.
Learn more or donate: https://unlimitedplay.org/inclusive-playgrounds/inclusive-playground-examples/sumpter-elementary-playground/

Interested in becoming a sponsor? Contact [email protected].

We're grateful to see recent coverage from the Salem Reporter and Polk County Itemizer-Observer featuring WHC's Rural He...
08/28/2026

We're grateful to see recent coverage from the Salem Reporter and Polk County Itemizer-Observer featuring WHC's Rural Health Transformation Program awards and the collaborative efforts behind these initiatives.

The funding will support projects designed to strengthen the Traditional Health Worker workforce and bring healthcare services directly to rural communities throughout Marion and Polk counties.

Read the articles on our Media page: https://willamettehealthcouncil.org/more/

Thank you to our healthcare, county, Tribal, emergency service, and community-based partners for helping make this work possible.

On Monday, our WHC team braved 90-degree heat for our annual staff summer BBQ, and somehow still had enough energy for p...
08/26/2026

On Monday, our WHC team braved 90-degree heat for our annual staff summer BBQ, and somehow still had enough energy for pickleball! ☀️🏓
We stayed hydrated, shared plenty of laughs, and celebrated some friendly competition. And yes, that's Lisa proudly sporting the winning medal! 🥇

🏠 Community Partner Spotlight: Habitat for Humanity of the Mid-Willamette ValleySafe, stable housing is essential to hea...
08/19/2026

🏠 Community Partner Spotlight: Habitat for Humanity of the Mid-Willamette Valley
Safe, stable housing is essential to health and well-being. Through a Willamette Health Council Community Impact Grant, Habitat for Humanity of the Mid-Willamette Valley is helping low-income homeowners in Marion and Polk counties make critical home repairs that improve safety, accessibility, and housing stability.

Since 2022, Habitat's Repair Program has been providing exterior repairs such as roof replacements and accessibility improvements that help people remain safely in their homes and communities. We're proud to support community partners working to preserve affordable housing, support aging in place, and build healthier communities for everyone.

Read more in our latest Community Partner Spotlight at https://willamettehealthcouncil.org/community-partner-highlight-habitat-for-humanity-of-the-mid-willamette-valley/.

Exciting News for Marion & Polk Counties!The Willamette Health Council has been awarded funding through Oregon's Rural H...
08/13/2026

Exciting News for Marion & Polk Counties!
The Willamette Health Council has been awarded funding through Oregon's Rural Health Transformation Program to support two significant initiatives focused on expanding healthcare access and strengthening the healthcare workforce in Marion and Polk counties. Together, these projects represent more than $6 million in investments aimed at addressing barriers to care in rural communities.

In partnership with healthcare providers, county agencies, emergency service organizations, Tribal partners, and community-based organizations, these efforts will expand Traditional Health Worker workforce development opportunities and bring integrated mobile health services directly to underserved communities.

Learn more about these projects and the regional partners planning to accomplish this work in our full press release on our website: https://willamettehealthcouncil.org/more/

WHC Grants & Communications Manager Melissa Lindley visited Courtney Place Veterans Housing this week to learn more abou...
08/13/2026

WHC Grants & Communications Manager Melissa Lindley visited Courtney Place Veterans Housing this week to learn more about their work supporting local veterans.

Melissa met with Executive Director Andrew Holbert and Peer Support Specialist Jasmine Villaseñor, toured several apartments waiting for new residents, and had a chance to hear more about the services and support the organization provides to veterans in our community - which are not just for those those living at Courtney Place.

Visits like these give us an opportunity to see the work of our community partners firsthand and better understand the people and programs behind it. Thank you to Andrew and Jasmine for welcoming us and sharing your work!

🎨 We're proud to support the Salem Art Fair again this September!As part of Willamette Health Council's sponsorship of t...
07/29/2026

🎨 We're proud to support the Salem Art Fair again this September!
As part of Willamette Health Council's sponsorship of this beloved community event, PacificSource Oregon Health Plan (OHP) members can receive free admission by showing their member ID card at the gate.

The Salem Art Fair brings together art, culture, and community with local artists, free live music, and youth activities. We're pleased to support an event that helps make the arts and community connection more accessible to people throughout our region.

Have you been to the Salem Art Fair before? Tell us your favorite part in the comments! 🎨

We're Hiring!The Willamette Health Council (WHC) is seeking two Project Managers to help advance rural health initiative...
07/22/2026

We're Hiring!
The Willamette Health Council (WHC) is seeking two Project Managers to help advance rural health initiatives across Marion and Polk counties:
• Mobile Health Project Manager
• Traditional Health Worker (THW) Alliance Project Manager

Both positions will provide leadership and oversight for innovative rural health initiatives, including project coordination, community outreach, grant administration, and management of subrecipient and consultant contracts. These are two-year positions funded through a Rural Health Transformation Program Catalyst Award.
Interested in joining our team and helping improve health outcomes in our region?

📌 View full job descriptions and application information on our website:
https://willamettehealthcouncil.org/more/job-opportunities/

Please share with your networks and help us spread the word!

This week, WHC staff toured Mano a Mano's new community hub in northeast Salem and got to hear about the future plans fo...
07/21/2026

This week, WHC staff toured Mano a Mano's new community hub in northeast Salem and got to hear about the future plans for the space.
We're proud that a WHC Community Impact Grant helped support the purchase of this building, which will soon become a gathering place for families, youth, and community members.
Mano a Mano plans to expand programming and services in the Lansing neighborhood, creating more opportunities for connection, learning, and support. The future hub will house youth programs, a food pantry, community events, and much more.
Thank you, Mano a Mano, for sharing your vision with us. We can't wait to see what's ahead!

At Willamette Health Council, we're proud to support programs that help youth thrive.The Strength Lab, offered by Toe 2 ...
07/17/2026

At Willamette Health Council, we're proud to support programs that help youth thrive.
The Strength Lab, offered by Toe 2 Toe Youth Training Center, is a FREE summer program for teens ages 12-18 focused on building strength, confidence, and community in a supportive environment. Participants can access strength and conditioning equipment, learn boxing drills, and work with on-site coaches and trainers.
✅ Free for ages 12-18
✅ Drop-in format, no set schedule
✅ Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
✅ Coaches and trainers on site
Learn more at https://toe2toeytc.org/events-programs/
We're thankful for partners offering opportunities that support youth health, wellness, and connection.

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