Community Connection of Northeast Oregon

Community Connection of Northeast Oregon Helping people. Changing lives. We believe in engaging with each other and our community in a manner that promotes understanding, empathy, and positivity.

https://ccno.org

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While participating on our page, please know that we prioritize fostering an environment where communication is characterized by respect and consideratio

n. We require all participants to express themselves thoughtfully, acknowledging diverse perspectives while refraining from any form of disrespect, discrimination, or hostility. By upholding these values, we aim to cultivate a welcoming space where everyone feels heard, valued, and empowered to contribute meaningfully to the conversation. Emergency Programs
Providing lodging and utility assistance to families and individuals in order to prevent eviction, utility shutoffs, and to establish permanent housing. Additional services for Veterans. Energy Assistance (LIHEAP)
Helping low-income households offset the high cost of winter heating bills with a one-time payment to their fuel vendor (including clients that heat with wood). Self-Sufficiency Program
Assisting households with security deposits and partial rent payments for six months. Adults must participate in monthly meetings and trainings designed to increase their self-reliance. Weatherization
Reducing heat waste, improving indoor air quality, and addressing health/safety issues by caulking, insulating, wrapping duct work & replacing doors. Exhaust fans installed, some furnaces replaced. Housing Rehabilitation
Loans are made to low and moderate income homeowners for repairs to preserve the quality of their homes. Repairs to roofs, foundations, electrical, plumbing systems, and kitchens are common. The loans are 0% interest and are repaid when the ownership of the property changes. Homeownership Programs
Pre-purchase counseling and down payment assistance for eligible households. Foreclosure avoidance counseling and budget and asset education available for all. Caregiver Support
Providing services to support the growing number of caregivers in our country. When caring for an elderly spouse, an elderly friend, or if you’re over 60 and caring for a grandchild, Community Connection can provide equipment, minor home modifications, and individual counseling, as well as a short-term substitute for the caregiver. Also, Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a six week workshop to equip you to take care of yourself while caring for a relative or friend. In-Home Care (OPI)
Assisting frail seniors, 60 years and older, with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, light housekeeping, cooking, and shopping. Aging and Disability Resource
Connection of Oregon (ADRC) Provides information and services to seniors, people with disabilities, their families and caregivers regardless of income. www.ADRCofOregon.org

πŸ½οΈπŸ‚ The Baker City Senior Center is open Monday through Friday for hot lunches, activities, and great company. Our meal ...
09/13/2026

πŸ½οΈπŸ‚ The Baker City Senior Center is open Monday through Friday for hot lunches, activities, and great company. Our meal site at 2810 Cedar St welcomes everyone, and meals are offered on a voluntary contribution basis so cost is never a barrier. As the days get shorter, it is a great time to get out of the house and share a meal with neighbors.

Call 541-523-6591 for this week's menu and activity schedule.

🌐 ccno.org/baker-county-community-center/

πŸ“Œ Please note: participation in our programs is subject to available funding and individual eligibility at the time of applying. We post about all of our programs so our community knows they exist and can ask about them when they call, even when current funding may be limited.

πŸ‘πŸ”‘ If you are behind on your mortgage or worried about foreclosure, the best thing you can do is reach out early. CCNO o...
09/12/2026

πŸ‘πŸ”‘ If you are behind on your mortgage or worried about foreclosure, the best thing you can do is reach out early. CCNO offers free foreclosure avoidance counseling for homeowners in Union, Baker, Wallowa, and Grant counties. Our housing counselors help you understand your options and work with your lender to find a way forward.

Call 541-963-3186 to speak with a counselor.

🌐 ccno.org/foreclosure-avoidance/

πŸ“Œ Please note: participation in our programs is subject to available funding and individual eligibility at the time of applying. We post about all of our programs so our community knows they exist and can ask about them when they call, even when current funding may be limited.

🚌🟑 Getting around La Grande without a car is easy with CCNO's Yellow Route city bus. Regular weekday stops make it a con...
09/11/2026

🚌🟑 Getting around La Grande without a car is easy with CCNO's Yellow Route city bus. Regular weekday stops make it a convenient option for commuting to work, getting to appointments, or running errands around town.

Track your bus in real time at ccno.etaspot.net or call 541-963-2877 for schedules and stop details.

🌐 ccno.org/public-transit/union-county-public-transit/

🐷πŸ₯• Pig farmers and gardeners, this one is for YOU! πŸ₯•πŸ·Got hungry hogs or a compost pile that could use some love? Our Reg...
09/10/2026

🐷πŸ₯• Pig farmers and gardeners, this one is for YOU! πŸ₯•πŸ·

Got hungry hogs or a compost pile that could use some love? Our Regional Food Bank has produce, bread, and milk that is a little past its prime for us but just right for your pigs and garden! And the best part? It is completely FREE! πŸŽ‰

Give us a call before heading over and we will get you sorted!

πŸ“ž 541-663-4551
Ask for the Regional Food Bank, please call ahead!

🐽 Your pigs will thank you. Your garden will thank you. And we will thank you for keeping food with something left to give out of the landfill! 🌱

🏠✨ Reminder! Our FREE online Homebuying Education Workshop is this Saturday, September 12th at 9:00 a.m. There is still ...
09/09/2026

🏠✨ Reminder! Our FREE online Homebuying Education Workshop is this Saturday, September 12th at 9:00 a.m. There is still time to sign up, but you will need to register and be approved before the workshop, so please do not wait! This workshop teaches you about down payment assistance, closing costs, and the homebuying process in Oregon. Completing it can qualify you for up to $20,000 in assistance through Oregon Housing and Community Services.

Sign up now at ccno.org/workshops!

🌐 ccno.org/workshops/

🀝❀️ Staying home is where most people want to be, and CCNO helps make that possible for seniors and veterans. Our In-Hom...
09/09/2026

🀝❀️ Staying home is where most people want to be, and CCNO helps make that possible for seniors and veterans. Our In-Home Caregiver program (Oregon Project Independence and VA) connects eligible individuals with trained caregivers who provide personal assistance and daily support right in the comfort of home.

Call your local CCNO office to find out if you or a loved one qualifies:
Union County: 541-963-7532 | Baker County: 541-523-6591 | Wallowa County: 541-426-3840 | Grant County: 541-575-2949

🌐 ccno.org/in-home-caregivers/

πŸ“Œ Please note: participation in our programs is subject to available funding and individual eligibility at the time of applying. We post about all of our programs so our community knows they exist and can ask about them when they call, even when current funding may be limited.

πŸ±πŸš— For seniors and individuals who have difficulty getting out, CCNO's Home-Delivered Meals program brings a hot, nutrit...
09/08/2026

πŸ±πŸš— For seniors and individuals who have difficulty getting out, CCNO's Home-Delivered Meals program brings a hot, nutritious meal right to the door. It is more than just food; it is a daily check-in and a connection to your community. If you or someone you know could benefit from this service, give us a call.

Union County: 541-963-7532 | Baker County: 541-523-6591 | Wallowa County: 541-426-3840

🌐 ccno.org/home-delivered-meals/

πŸ“Œ Please note: participation in our programs is subject to available funding and individual eligibility at the time of applying. We post about all of our programs so our community knows they exist and can ask about them when they call, even when current funding may be limited.

πŸ› οΈ Happy Labor Day! πŸ› οΈJust a reminder that all CCNO offices and services will be CLOSED on Monday, September 7th in obse...
09/07/2026

πŸ› οΈ Happy Labor Day! πŸ› οΈ

Just a reminder that all CCNO offices and services will be CLOSED on Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day. We will be back to our regular schedule on Tuesday, September 8th. πŸ’™

We hope you enjoy a well deserved day of rest! πŸ™Œ

🚐🌲 Wallowa County residents, your ride is a phone call away. CCNO's Dial-A-Ride service offers curb-to-curb transit in t...
09/06/2026

🚐🌲 Wallowa County residents, your ride is a phone call away. CCNO's Dial-A-Ride service offers curb-to-curb transit in the Wallowa County area, connecting you to medical appointments, grocery stores, and other destinations without needing a personal vehicle.

Call our Wallowa County office at 541-426-3840 for routes, schedules, and to book a ride.

🌐 ccno.org/public-transit/wallowa-transit/

It can be hard living with chronic pain. Let your community help. 🧑If you or someone you love is managing a chronic dise...
09/05/2026

It can be hard living with chronic pain. Let your community help. 🧑

If you or someone you love is managing a chronic disease, we have something for you. The FREE Living Well Chronic Disease Self-Management workshop is a six week Zoom course sponsored by CCNO that gives you real, practical tools to live better every day.

This is not just information. It is a community of people who get it, learning together. πŸ’™

πŸ“… Every Thursday from October 15th through November 19th
⏰ 1:30pm to 4:00pm
πŸ’» Online via Zoom, no travel required!

⚠️ Registration closes October 9th so please reach out today!

🌐 ccno.org/living-well-chronic-disease/
πŸ“ž Call Kathy: 541-963-9531 ext 1012
πŸ“§ [email protected]

Share this with someone who needs it. πŸ™

Address

2802 Adams Avenue
La Grande, OR
97850

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 5pm
Friday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 5pm

Telephone

(541) 963-3186

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