Oregon Resource Association

ORA was formed in 1967 by nonprofit community agencies and has since then been the voice of providers, successfully advocating for people with disabilities.

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Happy #July4th! 🎆 Amid the fireworks and celebrations, let's delve into a bit of history: Which American President first hosted a Fourth of July celebration at the White House? We'd love to see your answers in the comments. Have a safe and wonderful #IndependenceDay!

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The latest issue of Frontline Initiative has arrived. Visit https://t.co/pFc36LNrEy to read the latest issue on DSPs Supporting People’s Health and Wellness.

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Happy Friday! Did you hear the news about the promising revenue forecast for Oregon? Act now with our new Voter Voice campaign so legislators #valuethework and #raiseDSPwages
https://t.co/evEFyGsTIJ

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We are filling the room (and the overflow) at the Capitol for tonight's Ways and Means Roadshow. So many DSPs turned out to #Valuethework and #RaiseDSPwages with support of POP 132!

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ORA is continuing advocacy to #valuethework and #raiseDSPwages with our new DSP campaign! If you're a DSP, make your voice heard via https://t.co/brp5KsNJeE or with a photo at https://t.co/gkWJ5geLk9

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Happy Friday! Tonight is stop two of the Ways and Means Roadshow. We'll be in Newport to support #DSPwages! Learn more & support via https://t.co/SqhGxDritV

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ORA's DSP wage bill, HB 2457, got YES votes at yesterday's Work Session! It now moves to the Joint Committee on Ways and Means for budget decisions. More updates to come! #Valuetheworkraisethewage

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March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month! #DDawareness2023, #DDAM2023 #BeyondtheConvo #BeyondtheConversation

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Eight coastal Oregon communities are getting a grant from Travel Oregon to help improve their accessibility for travelers with disabilities.

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Pretty cool!

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Let's make 2023 the best year yet! Here's to all of you out there working hard to make life the best it can be for the people you serve! ❤️

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Thank you @KateForOregon!
"In recognition of your tireless effort to improve wages for Direct Support Professionals. You have made a difference in the lives of thousands, all committed to helping people with intellectual, developmental and other disabilities thrive."

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Thank you to all who have served, and gave so much!

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Join us tomorrow night (Thursday) at 7pm PST for the 2022 Works of Heart Awards to celebrate exceptional Direct Support Professionals (DSPs)! It will be an awe-inspiring night honoring some of the most AMAZING people! Use this link! https://t.co/5qtBl1scSx

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Congrats to ORA Members honored as 2022 100 Best Nonprofits to Work for in Oregon!
Large: Pathway Enterprises, Southern Oregon Aspire, @WeRExceed, Independent Environments, Oregon Supported Living Program, ALSO, Living Opps.
Medium: Creative Supports, Ashland Supportive Housing

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October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)! The NDEAM 2022 theme is “Disability: Part of the Equity Equation.” This recognizes the important role people with disabilities have in making the nation’s workforce diverse and inclusive. #NDEAM

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Please join us, virtually, on Thursday, September 22 at 6:30pm for the ORA Excellence Awards!

Use this zoom link to join: https://t.co/cCnA3Dh2AD

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ORA is excited to share the Governor’s proclamation declaring Sept. 11-17 DSP Recognition Week! Plan ahead to appreciate these 16,000 Essential Workers who are dedicated to supporting people with intellectual, developmental and other disabilities to thrive in their communities!

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The U.S. Department of Transportation is working toward issuing rules that would require airlines to accommodate travelers in their wheelchairs. :-)
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