Since 1968, Outside In has transformed thousands of lives by helping break the cycles of chronic homelessness, poverty, and poor health among Portland’s LGBTQIA+ community, people of color, those experiencing homelessness, and the underserved. Our health clinic and young adult programs strive to meet people where they are and provide safe, affirming spaces for our community to receive judgment-free care and support.
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Since 1968, Outside In has transformed thousands of lives by helping break the cycles of chronic homelessness, poverty, and poor health among Portland’s LGBTQIA+ community, people of color, those experiencing homelessness, and the underserved. Our health clinic and young adult programs strive to meet people where they are and provide safe, affirming spaces for our community to receive judgment-free care and support.
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You Saved Me. You Saved My Life.
"I needed hope. I needed help. Just in time, I found Outside In..."You saved me. You saved my life. With tears in my eyes, I whispered these words to my doctor at Outside In. It is also how I feel about you and your support. As a transgender kid with undiagnosed...
Virginia Woof Featured on Hey, Do My Job!
Outside In's Virginia Woof Dog Daycare was featured on 'Hey, Do My Job!' on FOX12. We were so happy to have Wayne Garcia visit us and learn how we take care of the amazing dogs who spend their days with us. Watch the segment here. Virginia Woof is the first dog...
Outside In building new clinic on Gresham, Portland border
Outside In staff, board members and partners broke ground on a new health clinic in Rosewood, on Wednesday, Oct. 23, at the corner of Northeast 162nd Avenue and East Burnside Street. Their current brick-and-mortar facility is located in downtown Portland at 1132 S.W....
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A Message of Gratitude from Executive Director, Patricia Patrón
Video Transcript Hello My name is Patricia Patrón, and I am the Executive Director of Outside In. I want to express my gratitude and appreciation for your support, being that you share your talent, time, energy, and treasure with us. We couldn't be more...
Outside In East: A Health and Wellness Clinic for the Rosewood Community
Later this year, Outside In will open Outside In East, our new Health and Wellness Clinic in the Rosewood Neighborhood. The clinic will be located on the corner of SE 162nd and E Burnside. While many people know of our downtown facilities and services, not everyone...
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