The joys and rewards of parenting can be accompanied by daunting challenges. Fortunately, there are a wide range of community resources available to help, from keeping the kids busy with after-school programs to parenting classes to health and family services. Don’t forget—your school counselor is also available to help you find what you need.
The following links and contacts provide more information on these resources:
211: an easy-to-remember phone number that helps connect people in need with available community resources, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. A directory of services is also available online by clicking on the link.
After-School Programs: City of Hillsboro Parks & Recreation, 440 NW 229th Avenue, Hillsboro, 503-681-6120
Child Care: child care available at Hillsboro School District elementary schools
Child Care Resource & Referral: other child care options -- 1001 SW Baseline Street, Hillsboro, 971-223-6100 or 1-800-624-9516
Community Action Information & Referral: visit web site or call 211 or 503-222-5555
Community Resources - List by Category
Crime Prevention: Washington County Sheriff's Office, 215 SW Adams, Hillsboro, 503-846-2579
Family Coaching: Support and education for families, provided by LifeWorks Northwest, 503-627-9194
Family Resource Center: 451 SE Walnut Street, Hillsboro, 503-844-1688
Graffiti Hurts: Washington County Sheriff's Office, 215 SW Adams, Hillsboro, 503-846-2761
Washington County Commission on Children & Families: 155 N First Avenue, Suite 160, Hillsboro, 503-846-8881
Homelessness: Title X (formerly McKinney-Vento Act) options for students living in homeless situations
Interagency Gang Enforcement Team: Washington County Sheriff's Office, 215 SW Adams, Hillsboro, 503-846-5850
Libraries: Hillsboro Public LIbrary, 503-615-6500. Main Library, 2860 Brookwood Parkway. Shute Park Branch, 775 SE 10th Avenue, Hillsboro.
Neighborhood Watch News
Parks and Recreation (including youth and adult sports, classes and activities): City of Hillsboro, 4400 NW 229th Avenue, Hillsboro, 503-681-6120
Parents: Advice for Speaking to Your Children about Drugs (Age-specific)
Parent’s Guide To Teenage Parties