Children, Youth, and Families
AntFarm
AntFarm’s vision is to see all people healthy, live with purpose, and contribute to community well being. Their mission is to provide life-changing learning experiences for young people which create and connect a healthy, purposeful, and compassionate community.
Physical Address (location of their offices and cafe):
39140 Proctor Blvd
Sandy, OR 97055
Rental Assistance Team and the COVID Support Team:
(503) 668-7962 Monday - Friday 9am -5pm for help and questions.
Cafe and Youth Services Team: (503) 668-9955
Axis Learning Center (Tutoring & more!):
13 computers are available for student or community use– to create and facilitate learning and access to information. We coordinate with our volunteer tutors for one-on-one support for students.
Community Connect:
Community Connect is a volunteer program that provides services like mowing, yard maintenance, etc. for free for local seniors and community members who are not able to perform property maintenance due to age or disability. Call AntFarm at (503) 668-9955 to learn more and see if you are eligible.
YouthCore:
Our YouthCore employs young people to work on a variety of labor tasks with both personal homeowners, local farms and larger contracting agencies. Further developing the work skills of local youth.
https://antfarmyouthservices.com/
Todos Juntos
Todos Juntos is a local nonprofit with two sites here in Sandy. Their goal is to connect youth and their families with resources that will help them be successful in their communities and in school. Services include after school clubs, parenting resources and classes, homework help, and more.
Sandy Grade School Site:
http://www.todos-juntos.net/sandy-grade-school.html
Contacts:
Early Childhood Director:
Shawna Johnson: 503-341-3381
Email: shawnaj@todos-juntos.net
Early Childhood Coordinator:
Shara Sala: 541-797-8558
Email: Sharas@todos-juntos.net
Family Resource Coordinator:
April Dobson(bi-lingual English/Spanish): 503-320-0937
Email: aprild@todos-juntos.net
Cedar Ridge Middle School Site:
http://www.todos-juntos.net/cedar-ridge-middle-school.html
Contacts:
Site Manager
Michelle Emery: 503-756-4931
Email michelleemery2@gmail.com
Sandy’s Helping Hands
Sandy’s Helping Hands’ goal is to connect local volunteers with families and individuals in need. They also have a Sandy Emergency Assist Program to help families with urgent needs. Contact them directly by email, phone or Facebook for assistance.
Contact Information:
503-710-1082
https://www.facebook.com/sandyshelpinghands
Second Home
Second Home matches volunteer host homes with unaccompanied high school students experiencing homelessness. By ensuring that the students have stable housing and ongoing support, they can focus on completing their secondary education and realize their full potential.
Contact:
Phone: (503) 221-1054
Email: brodrigues@emoregon.org
https://emoregon.org/second-home/
The Living Room
The Living Room works with youth to support belonging, leadership, and engagement through Peer Support Services, drop-ins, access to resources, and community events. The Living Room strives to be a safe place for all to come and be accepted as they are.
Contact:
PO Box 332
Gladstone, OR 97027
Phone/SMS: (503) 825-2535
Email: info@thelivingroomyouth.org
https://www.thelivingroomyouth.org/
Job Corps
Job Corps is a residential career training program with several locations within Oregon and Washington, including its Springdale Campus near Sandy. Job Corps students have access to room and board while they learn skills in specific training areas for up to three years. In addition to helping students complete their education, obtain career technical skills and gain employment, Job Corps also provides transitional support services, such as help finding employment, housing, child care, and transportation. Job Corps graduates either enter the workforce or an apprenticeship, go on to higher education, or join the military.
Developmental Programs Clackamas County
The Developmental Disabilities Program serves eligible adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities that live in Clackamas County. Services include service coordination, abuse investigation, intake and eligibility, and program development.
We strive to respect and maintain the health, safety, and dignity of the people we support.
https://www.clackamas.us/socialservices/developmental.html
Oregon Health Plan
The Oregon Health Plan (OHP) provides health care coverage for low-income Oregonians from all walks of life. This includes working families, children, pregnant women, single adults, seniors and more.
To apply or check on your application for OHP status, you can call or go online to fill out an application.
Contact Information:
OHP Customer Service – 800-699-9075
https://www.oregon.gov/oha/HSD/OHP/Pages/Apply.aspx
