Customers in our community
Empowered Star
Meet people sharing their interests, accomplishments, favorite places, and the relationships that help them feel known and supported.
Empowered Services Community
Belonging grows when people are seen, supported, and connected.
Meet people whose stories inspire us, find wellbeing support for caregivers and DSPs, and explore welcoming resources across Oregon.
People worth celebrating
Every story begins with a person.
Since July 2025, our monthly newsletter has celebrated customers and Direct Support Professionals whose joy, growth, care, and connection show what community can feel like.
Direct Support Professionals
Pillar of Empowerment
Celebrate DSPs and caregivers who bring patience, consistency, creativity, and heart to person-centered support.
Care for the people who care
Wellbeing belongs in the work.
Strong support is easier to sustain when caregivers and DSPs have room to pause, recharge, share what helps, and feel appreciated.
Wellness Culture
See how Empowered Services connects employee wellbeing with steady, compassionate support.
Team Wellness
Read practical reflections, recent winners, and ideas that support sustainable caregiving.
Share a wellness idea
Tell us what helps you recharge or care for yourself. Your idea can encourage another caregiver.
Across Oregon
Start with your county.
Empowered Services welcomes inquiries from all 36 Oregon counties. Choose a county to open its local page when available or go directly to the Care Team finder for the right regional route.
Northwest
Portland Metro
Central Coast & Mid-Valley
Mid-Willamette
Lane & Douglas
South Coast & Rogue Valley
Central & South Central Oregon
North Central
Eastern Oregon
Service note: statewide inquiries are welcome. Service start and matching timelines depend on the person’s authorized plan, location, staffing, and caregiver availability.
Community connections
More places to learn, participate, and belong.
These organizations and community programs offer additional ways to find information, sports, celebrations, and connection. Visit each organization for current eligibility, registration, accessibility, and event details.
Resources and advocacy
Autism Society of Oregon
Statewide information, education, advocacy, support groups, and a resource directory for Autistic people and families.
Sports and inclusion
Special Olympics Oregon
Year-round sports training, competition, health, and community programs for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.
A community celebration
Night to Shine
A complimentary prom experience for people with special needs, hosted locally by participating churches and supported by the Tim Tebow Foundation.
Links are shared as community resources. A listing does not imply endorsement by, sponsorship from, or a formal partnership with the organization unless separately stated in writing.
Choose what you need today
There is more than one way to begin.
Whether you are looking for support, exploring caregiver work, or searching for something local, we will help you find a clear next step.