Creating Opportunities

04/09/2026

Join us for an active and high-energy afternoon at the Get Air Trampoline Park (3910 Rickey St SE, Salem, OR 97317)! Families are invited to jump, play, and spend time together in a fun indoor space. This is a great opportunity to connect with other families while kids enjoy movement and activity in a lively environment.

Whether it’s your first time or a favorite spot, we’d love to have you join us on Wednesday, April 29th from 5PM - 6PM. Register at www.creatingops.org

04/08/2026

Join the Creating Opportunities Family Network. As a member you will be joining a network of other local families and community members who are supporting children with disabilities to live their lives to the fullest, while strengthening their families and communities. You are not alone! Join now at https://creatingops.org/join-the-network/

04/08/2026

Something BIG is coming… 👣

Calling all professionals, businesses, and community partners—gather your team and join us for Bigfoot’s Mini-Golf Tournament on May 30th at Salem Golf Club!

Register a team of 4 and enjoy a fun, team-building experience while making a meaningful impact. Every swing helps support Creating Opportunities’ Family Network, strengthening and connecting families in our community.

It’s a great way to give back, connect with others, and be part of something bigger.

🔗 Register at www.creatingops.org or if you are connected to DSP Connections, please register through this link (Limited to first 100 DSPC Golfers):
https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/gFCQeXh_yr8j1lt5Wn8xzg

04/06/2026

Hiring a Support Worker doesn’t have to feel overwhelming — we’re here to help.

Join Creating Opportunities for an online workshop designed for adults and families who employ, or plan to employ, Support Workers. We’ll walk through the hiring process step-by-step, from identifying your needs to interviewing and choosing the right fit.

You’ll also gain practical tools for building strong working relationships, setting clear expectations, and navigating day-to-day communication with confidence.

🗓 April 14th, 2026
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Online

Register at www.creatingops.org to reserve your spot!

04/06/2026

Join us for a special Celebrating Moms Coffee on May 9th 2026 at Luna’s Cafe—a relaxed and welcoming time set aside just for you. Come enjoy a pastry and your favorite coffee while connecting with other moms in a warm, supportive space. Whether you’re looking to unwind, share stories, or simply take a well-deserved break, this is a chance to slow down and enjoy meaningful conversation with others who get it.

We’d love to have you there—because moms deserve to be celebrated, too. ☕

Join us from 10AM-11:30AM and by registering at www.creatingops.org

04/04/2026

Support may be available for Yamhill County OHP members. The HRSN team at Creating Opportunities can help you see what you may qualify for.

Call or text 971-612-1929 or email HRSN@creatingops.org.

04/04/2026

Your opinion matters. Whether you're rallying for accessible infrastructure, inclusive employment, or basic dignity, you have the constitutional right to make your views heard through peaceful protest.

That said, knowing your rights before you go is just as important as showing up. Law enforcement can place certain narrow restrictions on how and where protests happen, but they cannot silence the message. Understanding those boundaries keeps you safer and makes the disability rights movement stronger.

We've put together a Know Your Rights Guide covering what protections you have, what police are permitted to do, and how to exercise your voice with confidence.

👉🏾 Read our free guide at droregon.org/disability-rights-oregon-resources/attending-a-protest >

Then share this information with others who need it. ✊

04/04/2026

04/03/2026

Important Survey Re: Proposed School Attendance Requirements - Parents Please Submit Your Lived Experiences

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Your perspective will help legislators better understand how attendance challenges are affecting students, families, and schools, and what types of support may be most helpful.
LPRO’s statewide report on this topic will be publicly available by October 1, 2026, and will be published on LPRO’s research and publications webpage.
Anyone with experience or perspectives related to student attendance is invited to participate. This may include parents and caregivers, students, educators, school board members, community partners, and others who work with or support students and families.
The survey does not collect individual names and other personal identifiers.
ODE will not be informed about who does or does not respond to the survey.

PLEASE READ BEFORE PROCEEDING  In 2025, the Oregon Legislative Assembly enacted House Bill 3199, directing the Legislative Policy and Research Office (LPRO) to conduct a study of student attendance and related initiatives across the state. This....

04/03/2026

Something BIG is coming… 👣

Bigfoot’s Mini-Golf Tournament is happening May 30th at the Salem Golf Club! Bring the whole family out, friends, coworkers, or community partner teams for a day of mini-golf, prizes, and community connection.
Every swing supports Creating Opportunities’ Family Network as we work toward our goal of raising $15,000 to strengthen and connect families in our community.

Register at www.creatingops.org or if you are connected to DSP Connections, please register through this link (Limited to first 100 DSPC Golfers): https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/gFCQeXh_yr8j1lt5Wn8xzg