inPortland Update on Pastor Mary
The inPortland section of the February 18, 2010 Oregonian features an update by Nikole Hannah-Jones on Pastor Mary's work in the community. Dr. Jill Ginsberg was one of many people inspired by Nikole's original profile of "Hurricane Mary" in 2005, and was determined to meet her. That meeting in November of 2005 was the first step in the journey that has become the North by Northeast Community Health Center.
Welcome Sharetta Butcher!
Introducing our new Office and Volunteer Coordinator, Sharetta Butcher! A native Oregonian, Sharetta has lived in Portland most of her life. She brings a wealth of experience in social service as a volunteer coordinator and program director. We are thrilled to have Sharetta join us! You will see her smiling face next time you visit.
Day of Service Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Kaiser Permanente provided staff for a full day clinic on Monday, January 18th in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. As part of an annual day of service eleven health care professionals and clerical staff spent the day at North by Northeast. We provided follow-up care for 34 patients with diabetes and/or high blood pressure, and administered 20 flu shots. Thanks to all who participated; it was a great day! Kaiser Permanente also delivered a check for $8000 as part of their Special Initiatives…
Thank you, Center for Health Research!
For the past four years, the staff at the Kaiser Permanente Center for Health Research has donated to local non-profits rather than throw themselves a holiday party. North by Northeast was selected as one of the recipients again this year. Gail Mathabane, CHR Communications Director, braved the surprise snowstorm on Dec. 29 to deliver checks from 17 staff members totaling over $1700. Thank you all!
Metroscope Features NxNE
Listen to a podcast featuring Dr. Jill Ginsberg and the work of North by Northeast.
Meet Our Interns!
For the second year, North by Northeast is partnering with Jefferson High School to provide a unique opportunity for five African American students in the Health Sciences/Biotechnology Program. The students are considering careers in health care, and during the year-long internship program will meet twice monthly with various health care professionals to learn more about career options. They will be serving their community by volunteering one night each month at North by Northeast working at the…