National discussion grows about Suboxone
A well-written article by writer Jason Cherkis on the Huffington Post site describes one man’s experience with heroin addiction and raises thoughtful questions about treatment options.
CODA and the 2014-15 Book of Lists!
Portland Business Journal’s popular Book of Lists is out! This large-format annual guide to the area’s businesses, not-for-profits, professional services and more is an excellent and cogent resource, as well as a useful way to …
In-depth look at addiction by Les Zaitz
Investigative journalist Les Zaitz has produced a four-part series on addiction for the Oregonian. Zaitz’s work gives this important problem the scrutiny it deserves; there is impressive depth and breadth to the interviews and research. …
Latest CODA Research Studies
The results of a CODA’s Research Department study has been accepted for publication by the peer-reviewed journal International Journal of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. In 2011, CODA received a $30,000 grant from the Massage Therapy …
CODA Social Work Scholars Project
This Fall, nine students from the Queen’s University University’s School of Sociology, Social Policy and Social Work in Northern Ireland spent an extremely busy two weeks at CODA, visiting our agency’s sites in Hillsboro, Portland, Tigard …
CODA Medical Director Weimer in TIME
Melissa Weimer, CODA’s Medical Director, appears in a well-written article in Time magazine, headlined “Stopping America’s Hidden Overdose Crisis.” As Time writer Jon Marcus observes, “Weimer is an advocate of sharing prescription information across state …
CODA supporters give generously
Support from foundations, faith communities, individuals and not-for-profit agencies help make it possible for CODA to continue helping people who struggle with substance use and with mental illness. Recent generous gifts include: $5,000 from the …
Help people in our community rebuild their health!
Every year more than 3,000 people with alcohol, drug and mental health conditions receive treatment at CODA’s locations in Multnomah, Washington and Clackamas Counties. We offer “vertically integrated” services, which is another way to say that …
CODA and Community Partners Win 2014 Cameron Award
Vision Action Network of Washington County has named the Connect to Work Program as the winner of its 2014 Cameron Award. CODA is a partner in the Connect to Work program, which aims to reduce …
CODA welcomes career seekers
CODA’s Behavioral Health Careers Open House was a big success! More than 50 people interested in the important work we do with women and men living with alcohol, drug and mental health challenges came to …
Behavioral Health Careers Open House!
CODA is hosting an Open House at our Portland location on Thursday, May 8, 2014. If you are interested in learning more about careers at our ten sites in Multnomah, Washington and Clackamas Counties, or …
CODA Gresham site improved and expanded
An exciting renovation has taken place at CODA’s Gresham site. New and returning patients, Outpatient or Residential, all are finding the updated campus-style design more welcoming and efficient. The Gresham Recovery Center Men’s Residential Program has increased …