SWACH SWACH partners to improve health in Washington’s Clark, Klickitat and Skamania Counties and the tribal communities of the region.

SWACH is headquarters for improving community resiliency and health in Southwest Washington. Leaders in innovative community engagement, we advance health as a consideration for all policy decisions, and convene a wide range of voices to discuss difficult issues. We are the Accountable Community of Health (ACH) for Southwest Washington, and implement the Medicaid Transformation projects in our region.

Outsiders Inn is looking for new members to join its Board of Directors!Outsiders Inn is a local peer-run nonprofit orga...
06/26/2026

Outsiders Inn is looking for new members to join its Board of Directors!

Outsiders Inn is a local peer-run nonprofit organization working to lift people out of homelessness through advocacy, support, and resources. Their work includes operating Vancouver Safe Stay Community shelters, supporting outreach efforts, and providing services rooted in integrity, transparency, respect, and lived experience.

Board members help guide the organization’s long-term stability, sustainability, and impact while bringing their skills, ideas, and commitment to community-level work.

Interested in learning more or getting involved?

Visit: outsidersinn.org
Email: [email protected]
Apply: https://bit.ly/oi-board-application

Reminder: PRACC meets tomorrow!Join us for the next Prevention and Recovery Alliance Clark County virtual meeting to con...
06/25/2026

Reminder: PRACC meets tomorrow!

Join us for the next Prevention and Recovery Alliance Clark County virtual meeting to connect with partners, hear updates, and continue work around prevention, recovery, and community response efforts in Clark County.

📅 Friday, June 26, 2026
⏰ 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
💻 Virtual meeting
🔗 swach.link/pracc

We hope to see you there.

Reminder: SWACH Coffee Hour is tomorrow!Join us at Bigfoot Coffee Roasters in Stevenson for a conversation on policy and...
06/23/2026

Reminder: SWACH Coffee Hour is tomorrow!

Join us at Bigfoot Coffee Roasters in Stevenson for a conversation on policy and advocacy priorities that matter to Southwest Washington.

📅 Wednesday, June 24, 2026
⏰ 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
📍 Bigfoot Coffee Roasters
91 2nd St., Stevenson, WA 98648

Come grab a coffee, share your thoughts, and connect with SWACH and community partners.

Need help finding care or connecting to local resources?SWACH’s HealthConnect Hub is a free program that connects you wi...
06/22/2026

Need help finding care or connecting to local resources?

SWACH’s HealthConnect Hub is a free program that connects you with a Community Health Worker who can help you find support that fits your needs.

Community Health Workers can help with things like:

• Connecting with a primary care provider or specialist
• Finding housing and community resources
• Getting support to manage medical conditions
• Navigating services and next steps

HealthConnect Hub is available to people living in Clark, Klickitat, or Skamania counties.

📞 Call: 1-833-453-0336
🔗 Start here: swach.link/help

Today, we recognize Juneteenth, a day that marks freedom, reflection, and the ongoing work of building more equitable co...
06/19/2026

Today, we recognize Juneteenth, a day that marks freedom, reflection, and the ongoing work of building more equitable communities.

At SWACH, we remain committed to learning, listening, and supporting efforts that advance health, dignity, and opportunity for all.

The Delta Park Powwow returns June 19–21, 2026!This free community gathering celebrates culture, connection, and traditi...
06/18/2026

The Delta Park Powwow returns June 19–21, 2026!

This free community gathering celebrates culture, connection, and tradition through dance, song, vendors, food, and community. Attendees are invited to learn, connect, and experience one of the longest-running powwows in the region.

📅 June 19–21, 2026
📍 Delta Park, Portland, Oregon
✨ Free and open to the public
🔗swach.link/delta

For more information: swach.link/delta

A few reminders for attendees: Powwows are cultural gatherings, not performances. Please be respectful, ask before taking photos or videos, and do not touch regalia.

Reminder: The 5th Annual Juneteenth Freedom Celebration is happening this Saturday, June 20, at Esther Short Park!Join t...
06/18/2026

Reminder: The 5th Annual Juneteenth Freedom Celebration is happening this Saturday, June 20, at Esther Short Park!

Join the community for music, kids activities, local vendors, and opportunities to learn more about the history of Juneteenth.

📅 Saturday, June 20, 2026
⏰ 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
📍 Esther Short Park
605 Esther St., Vancouver, WA 98660

Event highlights include a special Afro beats performance by Wamba and Jujuba, an audio-guided interactive display curated by Clark County Historical Museum, and 60+ local nonprofit and business vendors.

Learn more: jfcvancouver.org

ONE WEEK AWAY ☕ Join us for SWACH Coffee Hour in Stevenson!Connect with SWACH and community partners for a conversation ...
06/17/2026

ONE WEEK AWAY ☕ Join us for SWACH Coffee Hour in Stevenson!

Connect with SWACH and community partners for a conversation on policy and advocacy priorities that matter to Southwest Washington.

Join Heather Sheppard for an engaging discussion about local priorities, community needs, and how we can work together toward equitable systems change.

📅 Wednesday, June 24, 2026
⏰ 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
📍 Bigfoot Coffee Roasters
91 2nd St., Stevenson, WA 98648

Come share your insights, ask questions, and connect over coffee.

Support can look different for different people.Everyone has their own needs, goals, experiences, and next steps. That’s...
06/16/2026

Support can look different for different people.

Everyone has their own needs, goals, experiences, and next steps. That’s why individualized care and resources matter.

For one person, support might mean someone to listen. For another, it might mean help finding housing, connecting to local resources, navigating care options, or getting support for mental and emotional well-being.

The right support, at the right time, in the right way can make a difference.

At SWACH, we believe people know their needs best. Working together, we can help connect community members to support that fits their lives.

Join the celebration!The 5th Annual Juneteenth Freedom Celebration is happening Saturday, June 20 at Esther Short Park i...
06/12/2026

Join the celebration!

The 5th Annual Juneteenth Freedom Celebration is happening Saturday, June 20 at Esther Short Park in Vancouver.

Enjoy a day of community, music, family activities, local vendors, and opportunities to learn more about the history of Juneteenth.

Event highlights include:

• Special Afro beats performance by Wamba and Jujuba
• Kids activities
• Audio-guided interactive display curated by Clark County Historical Museum
• 60+ local nonprofit and business vendors

📅 Saturday, June 20, 2026
⏰ 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
📍 Esther Short Park
605 Esther St., Vancouver, WA 98660

No car? No parking? No problem. Take C-Tran for a 5-minute walk from Turtle Station.

Learn more: jfcvancouver.org

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311 W 11th Street
Vancouver, WA
98660

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