Senior & Disability Services helps older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers connect with the support they need to stay safe, healthy, and as independent as possible. Through this program, individuals and families can get help understanding available services, navigating benefits, finding food and in-home support, exploring long-term care options, and accessing caregiver resources across Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties.
For many people, this is the place to start when life feels overwhelming and it is not clear what help is available. Whether someone needs meals, benefit guidance, protection from abuse or neglect, support caring for a loved one, or help planning the next step, this program offers a clear path forward and connection to real local resources.
Transportation Programs help people and communities access reliable ways to get where they need to go. Whether someone needs a ride to a covered non-emergency medical appointment, wants to explore local transit and shared ride options, or is looking for tools like park-and-ride locations, trip planning, or emergency ride support, these programs are designed to improve mobility and remove barriers to access across the region.
This section also connects visitors to the broader systems that keep transportation moving forward in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties—from regional coordination and certified training for providers to long-range transportation planning through OCWCOG’s MPO partners. For someone seeking practical transportation help or wanting to better understand the options available in their area, this page provides a strong place to start.
Community & Economic Development helps strengthen the long-term vitality of communities across the region by supporting planning, partnerships, and projects that create economic opportunity. Through this work, local governments, organizations, and regional partners can connect with tools and guidance that support business growth, regional investment, resilience planning, and the development of projects that matter to their communities.
This program is especially valuable for those looking to move important ideas forward. Whether a community is identifying priorities, building momentum around a project, exploring regional data, or seeking alignment with broader economic development goals, this work helps turn local vision into coordinated regional action. It gives communities a way to be seen, supported, and connected to resources that can help create lasting impact.
Community Services Programs connect individuals and families with practical support that can improve daily life and create greater stability. Through these programs, people can access veteran services, financial coaching and money management support, Medicare counseling and education, and volunteer opportunities that strengthen both individuals and the wider community. The focus is on helping people find the right kind of support, build confidence, and stay connected to resources that promote independence and well-being.
Whether someone needs direct support, trusted guidance, or a way to get involved, these programs offer a clear next step and a stronger connection to the community around them.
