Looking for local food support? Our new Food Resource Page connects you to local pantries, meal sites, and emergency food programs across Clackamas, Multnomah, and Washington counties.
About Us
Celebrating 18 Years
Independence Northwest was founded by a small group of engaged community members in 2006. Today, we provide case management and community connections to nearly 600 Oregonians with developmental disabilities across Multnomah, Clackamas, and Washington counties.
Our mission is to support people with developmental disabilities to access resources necessary to ensure equality, respect, independence, and complete ownership over their lives.
Federal Government Shutdown Threatens November SNAP Food Benefits
As the federal government shutdown moves into its third week, the Oregon Department of Human Services is warning that if the shutdown continues past October 31, the state will not be able to issue SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits. Governor...
Brokerage Association Update on Federal Policy Impact to Oregon’s Budget
Repost from Oregon Community Brokerages: Oregon adjourned its 2025 full legislative session in late June with a freshly adopted two-year state budget. One week later, the federal legislature passed House Resolution 1 (HR 1), and Oregon’s budget was suddenly...
A New Chapter at Independence Northwest
A Note from Larry Deal, Co-Founder and Executive Director I’m writing with a bit of news from our corner. After nearly 19 years as Executive Director of Independence Northwest, I’ll soon be passing the torch. I’m thrilled to announce that Jessica Kral will be stepping...