COVID-19 Services Following specific safety and health protocol, we will continue to provide critically needed services to the Central Oregon homeless community, and to anyone who is in need during this state of emergency. Drive-Up & Walk-Up Services If you are in need of food, clothing, or other items we offer walk-up help at Shepherd’s […] Read More

Rising To The Occasion “COVID-19.” “Novel Coronavirus.” New words now constantly ringing in our ears. Most of us had never heard those words spoken, let alone said them ourselves. This fast-moving pandemic has changed the rhythms of life here at home and around the globe. Spring is here – a time we would normally spend […] Read More

Accidentally Discovering “Ecowellness” This is the month we take the men steelhead fishing on one of the coastal rivers. Yes, it is the middle of winter and yes, it’s usually snowing or pouring rain and it is always cold.  But, it is pure magic. Years ago Curt and I had no idea what we were […] Read More

The Healing Affects of the Outdoors It is well known that Central Oregon is a haven of outdoor recreation. We are surrounded by breathtaking nature filled with opportunities for adventure. As an early recovery program for men and women overcoming addiction and trauma, we feel extremely blessed to have such resources at our fingertips. Being […] Read More

Zeke Brings a Gift to the Homeless Zeke’s inspiring story has been floating around on Facebook, and we wanted to share the whole story with you. One day as Zeke was driving with his parents they were stopped at an intersection where a homeless man was standing with a sign. Curious, Zeke asked what the […] Read More

Building Safe Relationships Our Women & Children’s Center is truly a safe haven for women and children in Central Oregon who have been living in dangerous and often violent situations. When facing trauma, addiction, and abuse there is often nowhere for these women to turn where they feel protected and accepted enough to address and […] Read More

Misti’s Unexpected Choice – The Real-Life Impact of True Healing   You may remember Misti’s story from this summer – an inspiring example of the healing that is taking place at our Women & Children’s Center. She and her 3-year-old son, Jaxon, has been on a journey toward a bright future ever since she entered […] Read More