Therapy animals strengthen connection and hope at Oregon State Hospital

It’s no wonder that Apple Fritter, an 8-year-old rescue-turned-therapy dog, is a bit of a celebrity on most units on the Salem campus of Oregon State Hospital (OSH). She’s as sweet as her namesake and happily welcomes hands reaching out to pat her graying head or pet her auburn coat. Apple Fritter also understands her […]

To prepare for emergencies; start a conversation today

Wildfires continue to burn in Oregon, and as we head into storm season we want to remind people across the state to be prepared in the event of a disaster or emergency, such as landslides, flooding or storm-related power outages. It may be scary to talk to loved ones about such possibilities, and we may […]