Local Resources in Marion and Polk counties

Adaptive Riding Institute (http://www.adaptiveridinginstitute.org) Adaptive Riding Institute is a non-profit agency that provides Equine Assisted Recreational Therapies to children and adults. Their programs offer safe and rewarding activities to promote wellness, enhance capabilities and foster independence.

Alzheimer's Network of Oregon (www.alznet.org) A non-profit network of experienced volunteers offering support and resources to persons with memory loss, their families and caregivers.

American Towns (www.americantowns.com) Local information on cities, towns, and neighborhoods in Oregon and across the United States.

Catholic Community Services (www.goccs.org) A non-profit organization serving children, youth, adults, & families with special needs in the Mid-Willamette Valley and Central Oregon Coast.

CCTV (http://www.cctvsalem.org/nonprofit/) Providing community information through television and teaching people how to make their own television messages. Visit this part of the CCTV website for information on your local non-profit organizations. 

Marion Polk Food Share (www.marionpolkfoodshare.org) Part of a statewide food banking system of 20 regional affiliates of the Oregon Food Bank.  Marion Polk Food Share collects and distributes food to over 72 network food banks throughout Marion and Polk counties.

Mid Valley Women's Crisis Services (www.mwvcs.com) Offers a safe refuge and support to women and children who survive domestic violence.

Northwest Human Services (www.northwesthumanservices.org) A non-profit agency committed to services the needs of the community through comprehensive medical care, mental health, and social services.

Northwest Senior and Disability Services (www.nwsds.org) Working to assist older persons and people with disabilities in making and implementing choices that maximize their independence and quality of life.

United Way of the Mid Willamette Valley (www.uwmwv.org) Bringing communities together to focus on the most critical local health and human service needs.

YWCA (www.ywcasalem.org) Creating opportunities for women's growth and learning, educating the community about cultural diversity, and ending racism.