Address
2020 SE Powell Blvd
Portland, OR 97202
Website
www.insightstpp.org
Description
Insights is one of the few nonprofit agencies in the United States devoted exclusively to the needs of young parents. Since 1979 its mission has been to create positive options for young families, empowering young parents to take positive control over their lives. This is done through a number of programs offering:
• Parenting education and support for young fathers
• Prenatal health and education and developmental screenings for children
• Violence prevention
• Networking and peer support
• School advocacy
• Housing and emergency assistance with food, diapers and personal supplies
• Mental health counseling; drug and alcohol risk assessment
• Development of life skills that lead to self-sufficiency
