Partners for Health Summit

Young people face challenges that are both unique and universal. Fortunately, resources are available in this three-county region to support youth in a positive, effective and inclusive way.

Focused on the theme of Communities Supporting Youth Together, the 2024 Community Health Summit is presented by the Partners for Health Coalition.

Parents, educators, mentors, community members and others with a shared desire of supporting youth in Benton, Lincoln and Linn counties are invited to gather for this day of learning, sharing and connecting. It is free and open to all. Breakfast, lunch and refreshments will be provided.

The keynote speaker is Mandilin Hudson, DO, a psychiatrist and assistant professor of behavioral medicine and psychiatry at Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific-Northwest in Lebanon, Oregon.

This will be followed by breakout sessions throughout the day on topics ranging from anti-bullying, LGBTQ+ youth and unhoused youth, physical activity for children and more.

During the lunch break, attendees will have a chance to chat, network and visit one of the dozen resource tables staffed by local community partners.

In the afternoon, a panel of prominent individuals within the local social services sector will present information and answer questions from attendees. The closing address will be given by Mica Contreras, executive director of the Linn Benton Lincoln Health Equity Alliance.

The event is sponsored by Oregon Health Insurance Marketplace and hosted by the Partners For Health Coalition which includes Samaritan Health Services, Linn-Benton Community College, Western University of Health Science COMP-Northwest, and Coast to the Cascade Community Wellness Network.