Former Foster Youth Archives

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Community February 2, 2026

Youth Services Department Re-Opens Peer Center

Our Youth Services Department has officially re-opened their peer-led, youth-designed space, affectionately called “The Harbor” last month! This space, located in our Mill Park Clinic,…

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Community October 27, 2023

Bart’s Story – Compass Rose

Compass Rose is a supportive living program that bridges gaps of opportunity for foster young adults aging out of DHS care. Its clinical, housing, and…

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Ascending Flow Drop-In Center with participants and peers

Media & Press January 18, 2023

Willamette Week – How Ascending Flow Is Helping Former Foster Youths…

Ascending Flow Drop-In Center with participants and mentors. Photo: Talilo Marfil How Ascending Flow Is Helping Former Foster Youths Thrive Through Music and Art Willamette…

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Lil B Raps (right), current Ascending Flow participant, performs at the Mill Park Community Block Party with Talilo Marfil (left). (Photo by Diego Diaz)

Media & Press December 13, 2022

Street Roots – New, innovative project offers lifeline to youths after foster care

Lil B Raps (right), current Ascending Flow participant, performs at the Mill Park Community Block Party with Talilo Marfil (left). (Photo by Diego Diaz) New,…

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