Multnomah County, OR

A horizontal advertisement with a light purple background. The text on the left in a darker purple reads: "Free Medicare Help Near You this Fall. Below that is smaller black text: "Meet with a certified SHIBA Counselor for unbiased help comparing the best Medicare options for you. It could save you money." Contact information follows: the phone number "503-988-3646" and the website "multco.us/SHIBA".

The Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance (SHIBA) program will provide Medicare Open Enrollment assistance in person at numerous sites this month.

✅ You must register in advance for the one-on-one counseling sessions.
✅ Call 503-988-3646 to schedule an appointment. More at: multco.us/shiba

NEWS RELEASE: Multnomah County Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance (SHIBA) program offers free Medicare counseling during Open Enrollment SHIBA Medicare counselors are available to assist with answering these questions and to help find a plan that meets a person’s needs at the most affordable cost.

🔈Medicare Open Enrollment begins Wed, Oct. 15! @multco.bsky.social employees can help provide free one-on-one counseling to help people understand:

✅ Plan changes,
✅ Identify major issues and,
✅ Compare current coverage with Medicare plans in 2026. MORE: link.multco.us/medicare-free-assistance

Confused about new federal COVID-19 vaccine recommendations? COVID-19 vaccines are available without a prescription, separate appointment, or consultation & recommended to everyone over 6 months old & covered by private insurers, Medicare, Medicaid, Oregon Health Plan at no cost to you.

Multnomah County joins 39 other local governments nationwide in legal filing supporting Oregon and Portland’s efforts to block deployment of National Guard The amicus brief follows a pair of rulings from a U.S. District Court judge that granted temporary restraining orders barring President Donald Trump from deploying troops to Portland from any state.

An amicus brief led by the Public Rights Project follows two U.S. District Court Rulings, including an emergency order Sunday, granting temporary restraining orders barring President Donald Trump from deploying troops to Portland from Oregon or any other state. READ MORE: bit.ly/48gFs05

Multnomah County has joined 39 other local governments and 60 elected officials in a legal briefing that backs the City of Portland, OR and the State of Oregon’s lawsuit to block federal deployment of National Guard troops to Portland: link.multco.us/multnomah-county-legal-filing

Photos of Staff and clients in WIC clinics and a mother holding her smiling baby. Headline: We're open. WIC is open during the federal government shutdown.

WIC clinics are open regular hours during the federal government shutdown. Keep all your appointments, benefits cards will work normally, WIC applications will still be scheduled, make your appointments. For more information, go to: multco.us/news/wic-ser...

“The world awaits your creativity, your leadership, and your sense of flavor and fairness. Remember: you are not defined by your past; you are defined by your choices, courage, and community,” said Juvenile Services Director Dr. Kyla Armstrong-Romero.

Youth attending the dinner were honored for the transformation, individual growth, and skill development they gained as a result of graduating from the Juvenile Justice Complex-based Hands of Wonder and Culinary Arts Youth programs.

A collage of images from the 2025 Farm to Table dinner featuring Department of Community Justice staff and leaders addressing event attendees.

Late last month more than 150 people — including youth, county staff, leaders, partners and volunteers — gathered for the 2025 Farm to Table Dinner.

The annual celebration uplifted the work of the MultCo Dept of Community Justice’s youth-focused comprehensive culinary arts training programs.

Graphic with Multnomah County logo that says “There is hope | Make the call. 503-988-4888 | 24/7 Crisis Line | We are here to listen.”

☎️The world is a lot right now. If you're struggling w/your mental health and need someone to talk to, call 503-988-4888 for free, confidential 24/7 support. Visit multco.us/info/suicide-prevention

Se habla español. Línea latine para la salud mental 24/7. Apoyo gratuito y confidencial. 503-988-4853

Photos of various clinicians in clinics providing health services. Headline: We're open during the federal government shutdown.

➡️ During the federal government shutdown, all Multnomah County Health Department services, including WIC and Community Health Centers, will remain open and providing services during regular business hours. Medicaid is not currently being affected by the shutdown.

A person wearing is dropping a ballot into a white, official Multnomah County Votes ballot drop box. Text overlaid on the image says, "Remember to register to vote!" The bottom of the image has the Multnomah County logo and the website oregonvotes.gov

✅ NOW is a good time to make sure that you’re registered to vote!

📅 The deadline to register is Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025. You can register online at: oregonvotes.gov/register

More at: link.multco.us/november-4-2025-special-election

A person is kneeling next to her pug dog on a sidewalk, holding up a yellow ballot envelope. Behind her is a blue Multnomah Votes official ballot drop box.Text overlaid on the image reads: "The next election in Multnomah County is the Nov. 4 2025 Special Election". The bottom of the image includes the Multnomah County logo and the website multnomahvotes.gov.

📣 Election Reminder: Nov. 4, 2025 Special Election.

The next election in Multnomah County is the Nov. 4, 2025, Special Election. This election includes just two ballot measures: one for the City of Portland & one for the Lake Oswego School District" link.multco.us/november-4-2025-special-election

🔈People are wondering how they can support their community amid this federal intervention. One of the main ways MultCo is supporting our community is by ensuring our services remain available. MultCo stands in solidarity — and is coordinating closely — with the City of Portland and Oregon:

🍂 Today is yet another glorious Fall day in Portland. 🍂

“It could not be further from the administration's depiction of our beloved city… What our region actually needs from the federal government is [funding/support] for Medicaid and our social safety net services." — @jvegapederson.bsky.social

NEWS RELEASE: Multnomah County moving forward with new family motel shelter in Gresham Shelter will provide 53 shelter units for families with children, along with wraparound services

For families experiencing homelessness, having a safe and welcoming place to stay can be the first step to long-term stability. Creating more options for families is a priority of mine, and I’m glad we’re working quickly to fill a critical gap in East County for those who need shelter and support.

➡️ REGARDING TAKING #TYLENOL DURING PREGNANCY: Health Officer Dr. Bruno says #autism is a complex diagnosis that does not have a single cause. We do not recommend pregnant people stop using acetaminophen. Talk to your doctor. A medical study for more info: www.acog.org/news/news-re...

September DRC Volunteer Trainings Get prepared to help during extreme weather Multnomah County multco.us/volunteer-emergency-shelter

Want to be ready the next time the County looks for community volunteers to support our Disaster Resource Centers during dangerous weather? Join us Tuesday, 9/23, to get prepared!
🕐1-1:45pm: DRC Info Session
🕑2-4pm: Staff Roles

Visit multco.us/volunteer-em... for meeting+RSVP links and more info!

County elections officials encourage citizens to make an impact and Vote Local on National Voter Registration Day Voters can visit oregonvotes.gov to register to vote or update their voter registration information in advance of the Nov. 4, 2025, Special Election.

Make a plan to VOTE for this election and the next one! (Reminder: This November is a special election without federal or statewide contests, so not every voter will have an election) #NationalVoterRegistrationDay

MORE AT: link.multco.us/national-voter-registration-day

TODAY is #NationalVoterRegistrationDay! Make sure you're ready to vote by checking your registration:

✅ Register or check your voter registration at: oregonvotes.gov
✅ The deadline for online voter registration is Tuesday, Oct. 14, at 11:59 p.m.
✅ Track your ballot at: ballottrax.net/voter

We've extended the volunteer application deadline for the Correctional Facilities Community Inspection Program to Sept. 26! Visit multco.us/jail-inspect... to learn more about the purpose of the program, volunteer requirements, and to apply. Stipends available!

‘I’d still be in a tent… just trying to survive’: County connects people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to housing and support When Jayson first connected with Thacher Schmid, a case manager with the County's Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) Services Division, he was homeless and staying in transitional hous

Today, Jayson is one of the thousands of people able to leave homelessness for housing each year, thanks to Multnomah County programs. MORE: link.multco.us/connecting-people-to-housing

When Jayson first connected with his case manager with the County's Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) Services Division, he was homeless and staying in transitional housing. Before that, he had been living on the streets of Salem for about three years

2025 Labor Day Closures Most County Offices are closed on Monday, Sept. 1 in observance of Labor Day.

☝🏽A friendly reminder that most Multnomah County services offered over email, phone, and in-person will be unavailable on Monday, Sept. 1 in observance of Labor Day.

Visit multco.us/info/2025-la... for details.

📣 SHARE our interactive map, which shows more than 70 cool spaces you can go to cool off, including libraries, community centers, malls, interactive fountains, swimming pools and splashpads: link.multco.us/interactive-map-cool-spaces

Help for When it’s Hot Information for Older Adults Stay connected, find someone who can check on you frequently. Stay Cool Drink lots of water Make a plan, stay in a cool place, call 211 for help Avoid using the stove or oven to keep indoor temperature down. Wear light, loose-fitting clothing. Avoid being outside during the hottest part of the day, which is usually between noon-8pm. multco.us/hot

Heat Exhaustion Help for When it’s Hot Information on Heat Exhaustion Symptoms Heavy sweating Extreme weakness Dizziness Nausea, vomiting Rapid heartbeat Shallow breathing What to do Remove excess clothing Rest in a cool area Take a cool shower, bath, or sponge bath Drink plenty of water multco.us

🌡Temperatures will be cooler today (Monday, August 25) but highs are still expected in the 90s. Take breaks, give yourself a chance to cool off and check on neighbors. Find cool spaces at: link.multco.us/interactive-map-cool-spaces

MultCo Health Officer Dr. Bruno warns us that homes without AC are reaching peak heat after days of high temps.

A few hours in a cool space can make a difference. 🔍 Find of over 70 cool spaces on the interactive map: multco.us/hot

Recuerde estos importantes consejos para la seguridad en el agua para mantenerse a usted y su familia a salvo:

🌊Nunca nade solo.
⚠️Use un chaleco salvavidas y asegúrese de que le quede bien.
👀Asigne a un adulto responsable para que supervise a los niños alrededor del agua en todo momento.

Water Safety Tips Stay safe while you cool off in bodies of water

Never swim alone and do not allow children to enter the water alone

Wear a life jacket and make sure it fits properly

Only allow children to enter water with permission and if they have adequate swimming skills multco.us/hot

As you cool off in the water, remember these key tips:
🌊Neve swim alone.
⚠️Wear a properly fitted life jacket.
👀Always supervise children around the water.

Find loaner life jackets along beaches at multco.us/hot

Help for When It's Hot Information about cool spaces, cooling centers and other resources during the hot weather.

Three libraries are staying open two hours longer today until 8 p.m. for respite from the heat:
🔹 Gresham: 385 NW Miller Ave., Gresham
🔹 Midland: 805 SE 122nd Ave., Portland
🔹 Central: 801 SW 10th Ave., Portland

Visit multco.us/hot for more resources on how to stay cool.