Bridge Meadows

Bridge Meadows We create & inspire intergenerational communities for the well-being of foster families & elders.

Bridge Meadows is a unique multi-generational community located in the Portsmouth neighborhood of North Portland where foster youth, adoptive parents and low-income elders - those over 55 - find a true home built with love and the shared vision of a better tomorrow. Children move from the instability of foster care placements to permanent homes and families where they find the stability, caring co

nnections and educational support they need to succeed and recalibrate the trajectory of their lives. Parents receive essential resources and guidance, while elders find safe, affordable housing and an opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of families and their children- all while building meaningful social connections that keep their brains and bodies active and healthy. By leveraging the power of place, permanence and purpose, Bridge Meadows helps three generations transform individual vulnerability into collective strength.

A Friday shout-out to our CEO, Derenda Schubert for her participation in the American Heart Association - Oregon & SW Wa...
05/29/2026

A Friday shout-out to our CEO, Derenda Schubert for her participation in the American Heart Association - Oregon & SW Washington’s powerful panel discussion, "Caretaking: Women, Mothers and the Care Continuum."

Moderated by Diana Cruz, Chief Finance and Strategy Officer at CareOregon, Derenda also joined Peggy Maguire, President and Board Chair of Cambia Health Solutions Foundation for a robust and deeply personal conversation about caretaking as both a universal and public health issue, as it touches every family, community, and generation. The discussion created the space for honest dialogue and meaningful perspectives.

At Bridge Meadows, our intergenerational community model is built on the belief that caring for one another across generations strengthens individuals, families, and neighborhoods. Events like this remind us why that work matters, and why amplifying these conversations at a public health level is so important.

Thank you to the American Heart Association of Oregon & SW Washington for bringing together these voices, and for centering the experiences of women and mothers in the care continuum.

We're proud to share some news from Oregon for everyone who believes in building communities where people of all ages ca...
05/28/2026

We're proud to share some news from Oregon for everyone who believes in building communities where people of all ages can thrive! 🎉

In a special ceremony held at The Community for Positive Aging on May 27, AARP Oregon officially designated the State of Oregon as an Age-Friendly State, presenting Governor Tina Kotek with a certificate welcoming Oregon into the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities.

Our state has been recognized for its commitment to upholding age-friendliness, setting improvement goals, and taking real action to improve vital essentials of life for older Oregonians, including housing, transportation, healthcare, and community connection.

Bridge Meadows has been proud to work alongside AARP Oregon and AGE+ Oregon to advocate for these initiatives, and we will continue to show up for this work as Oregon builds a statewide plan for aging.

💡 Did you know? Portland, Oregon was the first American city to receive the World Health Organization's Age-Friendly City designation back in 2006, thanks to the pioneering work of Portland State University's former Institute on Aging Director, Dr. Margaret Neal, and Dr. Alan DeLaTorre, Research Associate. Portland has long been a national leader in this movement, and now the whole state is officially stepping up!

Want to be part of shaping Oregon's future? Visit sharedfutureoregon.org to learn how you can get involved in the community-driven planning process.

May is Affordable Housing Month - A time to recognize that housing is not a luxury, but the foundation everything else i...
05/27/2026

May is Affordable Housing Month - A time to recognize that housing is not a luxury, but the foundation everything else is built on.

When someone has a stable, affordable place to call home, children stay in the same schools, elders age with dignity, and families have the breathing room to heal and grow. When they don't, the ripple effect touches every corner of our communities: our schools, healthcare systems, workplaces, and neighbors.

Bridge Meadows' intergenerational communities bring together low-income elders and families impacted by child welfare to support one another. Our model proves that when we invest in people and place together, whole communities thrive:

🏡 Low-income elders gain affordable housing AND renewed purpose, moving from isolation to becoming cherished community members.

🏡 Families impacted by child welfare receive the village of support that raises resilient children in a stable, affordable home.

We recognize Affordable Housing Month with gratitude for every organization, advocate, and community member working to make safe, stable housing a reality for all Oregonians.

Watch the related PBS NewsHour report posted on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/nrgu4jhPCo0

(Image data source courtesy of National Low Income Housing Coalition)

In remembrance of our departed Armed Forces service members, our offices will be closed on Monday, May 25.We will resume...
05/25/2026

In remembrance of our departed Armed Forces service members, our offices will be closed on Monday, May 25.

We will resume business operations on Tuesday, May 26.

Bridge Meadows Recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month! 💚Our research confirms what we see every day at Bridge Meadows:...
05/21/2026

Bridge Meadows Recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month! 💚

Our research confirms what we see every day at Bridge Meadows: intergenerational connection improves mental, physical, and cognitive health across every stage of life. Older adults experience reduced social isolation, Children develop greater empathy, reduce anxiety, and improve their emotional regulation. Parents gain vital resources and support that strengthen their family's well-being.

When children, families, and elders live and grow together, something powerful happens. Our latest survey data shows it clearly:

✨ 94% of youth report a positive resiliency score - demonstrating a strong ability to overcome adversity, seek resources, and ask for help when needed.

✨ 86% of parents feel optimistic about their future.

✨ 80% of elders score favorably on the mental health scale, reflecting low symptoms of depression and anxiety.

A sense of belonging - being seen, needed, and loved across generations - is a key protective factor of mental health.

🔗 Learn more about our intergenerational Theory of Change at bridgemeadows.org, and find additional programs benefiting mental health outcomes at Generations United and Mental Health America.

Three years ago, Michele and her husband, Daniel, needed a safe, affordable place to raise their bustling household of t...
05/20/2026

Three years ago, Michele and her husband, Daniel, needed a safe, affordable place to raise their bustling household of two young adopted grandchildren and a then-teenaged son. They found that at Bridge Meadows - and so much more. ❤️💚💙

At first, Michele felt safe in her new home, but shy to open up to her new neighbors. Over time, through Bridge Meadows' family-centered "Happiness Hours" and other supportive group activities, the warmth of our community melted that fear away.

Once Michele met her elder neighbor Vivyan (pictured right), a fast friendship blossomed. Today, Vivyan enjoys a sense of purpose and a place to share her love as a cherished "Bonus Grandma" to the kids, and as a best friend to Michele and Daniel.

This is the magic of an intentional, intergenerational community. It’s where neighbors become family, and no one has to navigate life alone.

We can’t build these bridges without you.

To help more families and elders find safety, stability, purpose, and belonging, please consider supporting Bridge Meadows today. Every gift nurtures the connections that make us whole.

https://give.bridgemeadows.org/spring26

Thank you for joining our mission!

Big smiles and little green thumbs! 🌱Our community garden boxes in aren't just growing veggies and flowers…they’re gro...
05/18/2026

Big smiles and little green thumbs! 🌱

Our community garden boxes in aren't just growing veggies and flowers…they’re growing connections, too!

At Bridge Meadows, the garden boxes are a place where generations meet. You’ll often find our youth planting seeds alongside our elders, nurturing the earth together.

We love to see our budding gardeners learning how to tend to the soil and watching things grow! 🍓🌸🍅

After years of hard work, dedication, and heart, we are thrilled to announce the groundbreaking of our newest community ...
05/15/2026

After years of hard work, dedication, and heart, we are thrilled to announce the groundbreaking of our newest community in - our very first outside of Oregon! 🎉

This milestone is more than the development of affordable rental homes. It's the beginning of 60 new opportunities for families, children and elders to heal, build community, and thrive.

Construction of 44 elder apartments and 16 family townhomes is expected to be completed in Fall 2027. We're counting the days to welcome and meet the new community members as they create new memories and build bridges to belonging!

Our sincere thanks to the following funders, partners, elected officials and Bridge Meadows Champions who made our latest endeavor possible:

Helen Lakeru & the Many Lights Foundation
Community Development Partners
Walsh Construction
Carleton Hart Architecture
National Equity Fund
Columbia Bank
Washington State Department of Commerce
Pierce County
City of Tacoma
Tacoma Housing Authority
Churchill Stateside Group
Amanda DeShazo & the Tacoma-Pierce County Affordable Housing Consortium
Ben B. Cheney Foundation
Greater Tacoma Community Foundation
The Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Foundation
(and too many others to count!)

We also thank our groundbreaking event speakers Pierce County Executive Ryan N Mello and City of Tacoma Government District 4 Council Member Elect Sandesh Sadalge.

Follow us on our journey! Sign up for our newsletter for to receive the latest updates: https://bridgemeadows.org/news/

Our team recently had the privilege of joining the Fair Housing Council of Oregon's "Fasten Your Seat Belts" bus tour.Th...
05/14/2026

Our team recently had the privilege of joining the Fair Housing Council of Oregon's "Fasten Your Seat Belts" bus tour.

This powerful journey educates participants about the systemic inequalities that continue to impact the fair housing challenges that Oregon's communities face today.

Understanding this history is essential to the work we do at Bridge Meadows. We're committed to creating more than affordable homes - we are committed to creating truly equitable, welcoming communities for the families and elders we serve. 🏘️

This May, we're proud to recognize , a Child Welfare Information Gateway initiative that reminds us to celebrate and su...
05/13/2026

This May, we're proud to recognize , a Child Welfare Information Gateway initiative that reminds us to celebrate and support all those who help children in foster care find permanent homes and lasting connections. The following images provide some recent national and statewide numbers regarding foster youth.

Bridge Meadows supports foster parents, family members, mentors, child welfare professionals, policymakers, and every member of the community who shows up for a child in need.

Together, we can ensure no child grows up without a family to call their own. ❤️💚💙

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8502 N Wayland Avenue
Portland, OR
97203

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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