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Oregon ODDS

@OregonODDS

Official account of the Office of Development Disabilities Services in the Oregon Department of Human Services | Account no longer active

 Salem, OR
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Joined July 2013
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We are experiencing statewide network outages affecting some ODHS online and phone services, including the abuse reporting SAFEline, and the ONE Applicant Portal used to apply for medical, food, cash and childcare assistance.
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- If your benefits were stolen between Oct. 1, 2022 and May 22, 2023, you must request replacement benefits by June 21, 2023. - If your benefits are stolen after May 22, 2023, you must request replacement benefits 30 days after discovering the theft. bit.ly/replacebenefits
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Starting May 22, 2023, SNAP benefits can be replaced if you were the victim of electronic theft and had your benefits stolen from your EBT card. Visit bit.ly/replacebenefits for more information.
Were your SNAP benefits stolen from your EBT card? Starting May 22, 2023, you may be eligible for replacement benefits if you were a victim of electronic theft. Visit bit.ly/replacebenefits

ALT Were your SNAP benefits stolen from your EBT card? Starting May 22, 2023, you may be eligible for replacement benefits if you were a victim of electronic theft. Visit bit.ly/replacebenefits

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After Cheyenne graduated from Powers High School, Vocational Rehabilitation was there to support her in finding a career path that fit with her disability. Watch Cheyenne’s story: youtu.be/0AwCLmo4EE8
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Want to learn more about @OregonABLE, including who is eligible, how it works, and what you can save for? Join our learning session next week on 5/10 (12pm PT) to get your questions answered in real-time. REGISTER today oregonablesavings.com/events #disabilitysavings
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We're gifting $100 to get you started with a new @OregonABLE account in April! If you've been waiting to sign up, our #FinancialLiteracyMonth promo is the perfect time to kick-start your savings. 👉 Visit oregonABLEsavings.com & use promo code ABLE100 ow.ly/CPYI50NoqjM
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#COVID19 Pandemic EBT (P-EBT) benefits are available again! Oregon families with children who were enrolled in #SNAP, Child Nutrition Program or attended Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) in summer 2022 can call the #PEBT Call Center or PEBT.oregon.gov to learn more.
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Thank you, public health workers –state and local public health staff, Tribal public health partners and community health partners for all you do! You continue to make a difference. #NationalPublicHealthWeek #NPHW
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You will be contacted by mail when information is needed from you to maintain your Oregon Health Plan and other benefits including services and supports for people with disabilities and older adults and food benefits. Learn more at benefits.oregon.gov.
Stay in-the-know about important changes to your benefits.

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The @US_FDA has authorized, and the @CDCgov has recommended, a bivalent Pfizer booster for children aged 6 months through 4 years who completed a 3-dose monovalent Pfizer vaccine primary series. For more information, visit ow.ly/Hwub50NuifO
COVID-19 booster eligibility for young children. Children 6 months through 4 years who completed a 3-dose monovalent Pfizer vaccine primary series are now eligible for a bivalent Pfizer booster. Children who received a bivalent dose in their primary series may not receive a bivalent booster.

ALT COVID-19 booster eligibility for young children. Children 6 months through 4 years who completed a 3-dose monovalent Pfizer vaccine primary series are now eligible for a bivalent Pfizer booster. Children who received a bivalent dose in their primary series may not receive a bivalent booster.

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Today is National Rehabilitation Counselors Appreciation Day. Thank you to all of our Voc Rehab counselors who help Oregonians with disabilities find and keep jobs that match their skills, interests and abilities! Learn more about how VR can help at bit.ly/42vBPhq
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We were honored to have Judy speak as part of our ADA anniversary celebration webinar in 2021, which was co-led by the Oregon Disabilities Commission. Watch Judy's speech at youtu.be/vcYUr6gYmME?t=580 Learn more about Judy's legacy and work at judithheumann.com/
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We're taking a moment to celebrate the life of Judy Heumann, "the mother" of the disability rights movement, who died on March 4. A polio survivor, Judy was key to the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.
text: Judy Heumann; 1947-2023; drawings of flowers; photo of Judy Heumann smiling

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March is National #SocialWorkMonth! This year's theme (from @nasw) is Social Work Breaks Barriers. There are many different kinds of social work. As the State human services agency in Oregon, we are proud to work with social workers all over the state and in Tribal Nations.
ODHS logo; Social Work Breaks Barriers; #SocialWorkMonth

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2/23 winter weather office closures: - State of Oregon offices in the Portland metro area - ODHS offices in Columbia, Lincoln and Tillamook counties - Lane Council of Governments Senior and Disability Services offices in Florence and Oakridge, including the Oakridge meal site
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With temperatures dropping across Oregon, keep yourself and your loved ones safe by learning about the signs and symptoms of hypothermia and frostbite. For more information about what to do if you develop symptoms of hypothermia or frostbite, visit oregon.gov/oha/ph/Preparedne…
Treat if a person is experiencing hypothermia or frostbite. Remove any wet clothing. See medical attention. Get them into a warm room or shelter. Warm under dry clothes.

ALT Treat if a person is experiencing hypothermia or frostbite. Remove any wet clothing. See medical attention. Get them into a warm room or shelter. Warm under dry clothes.

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Attention community partners! You're invited to join ODHS leaders in-person or virtually for an update on key priorities and the 2023 Oregon Legislative Session. Pre-registration is required. Visit bit.ly/3jYGNSt to reserve your spot. #ORleg #ORpol
You're invited! ODHS 2023 Legislative Briefing; Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023; 2p.m. - 4 p.m. PT; Attend virtually or in-person. Register at bit.ly/3jYGNSt; ODHS logo

ALT You're invited! ODHS 2023 Legislative Briefing; Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023; 2p.m. - 4 p.m. PT; Attend virtually or in-person. Register at bit.ly/3jYGNSt; ODHS logo

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We’re improving the way you access and navigate ODHS online. We’re currently testing home page ideas for our new site. You can help by completing a quick, easy activity that will tell us if we’re on the right track. Try it now: ows.io/cm/lqxnxjuc
cartoons of hands holding icons that represent website components; Help improve the ODHS website. Test home page ideas: ows.io/cm/lqxnxjuc

ALT cartoons of hands holding icons that represent website components; Help improve the ODHS website. Test home page ideas: ows.io/cm/lqxnxjuc

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News Release - Oregon Child Welfare Director national appointment confirmed: oregon.gov/dhs/DHSNEWS/NewsR…
photo of Rebecca Jones Gaston; Congratulations! Rebecca Jones Gaston, Oregon Department of Human Services Chid Welfare Director, has been confirmed by the United States Senate to serve as Commissioner of the Administration of Children, Youth and Families (ACYF) in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

ALT photo of Rebecca Jones Gaston; Congratulations! Rebecca Jones Gaston, Oregon Department of Human Services Chid Welfare Director, has been confirmed by the United States Senate to serve as Commissioner of the Administration of Children, Youth and Families (ACYF) in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

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We're taking a look back at some of our top highlights in 2022 this week. This one's big - after nearly a decade of work to better support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their employment goals, Lane v. Brown was dismissed. #YearInReview
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As we enter the winter months, help protect yourself and your loved ones from circulating respiratory illnesses like the flu. National Influenza Vaccination Week is your reminder that there’s still time to get a flu vaccine. Flu vaccine near vaccines.gov. #FightFlu
Fight flu don't let it stop you. It's National Influenza Vaccination Week.

ALT Fight flu don't let it stop you. It's National Influenza Vaccination Week.

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