Stories

Mercedes Lopez

“I have been employed with the Department of Human Services, Child Welfare for 17 of my 23 professional years in this industry. I am currently assigned to the Gresham Branch where I serve the people of Oregon as a Certifier. It is my job to make certain that children entering the foster care system are safe in our foster homes whether those be placement with relatives or a general applicant.” [Click here for more.]

Ron Weaver

“Our communities can’t afford to lose the vital services that Oregon Youth Authority provides. Cutting funding for these services will end up costing the state far more in the years to come, as more and more youth turn to the streets and crime. I believe that preparing ourselves for the future will require investments now to protect vital services, and it will require that we all pitch in to find a solution.” [Click here for more.]