Bridge Meadows
Mission: Bridge Meadows creates and inspires intergenerational communities, enriching the well-being of children, families, and elders.
Social Purpose: Permanency of home and family for children and youth impacted by foster care.
Vision: A world where every child has a home and family, every parent has the resources to thrive, and every elder is cherished.
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Years ago, Miss Reba got a phone call informing her that her two grandchildren, Reba (affectionately called Little Reba) and Lydia, had been removed from their parents’ home. It was a call that would change her life forever as she was asked if they could come live with her.
When Miss Reba’s grandchildren first came to her, she was living in a two-bedroom apartment in North Portland. It was not an ideal living situation for the new family.
Reba had been hoping for a solution to get her new family into a healthier living situation—one she could afford and would provide the children with the living space they needed to really thrive. When Miss Reba’s ODHS worker told her about the opening at Bridge Meadows, she felt as if a prayer had been answered for her.
“Bridge Meadows provided a fresh start in a place and with a community that could meet our needs.”
Since arriving at Bridge Meadows, Miss Reba and the kids have grown immensely. Little Reba’s taken up photography, giving her a renewed sense of joy and curiosity. Miss Reba obtained her bachelor’s degree and was able to finish graduate school!
Best of all, “Little” Reba is more trusting, confident, and social, and Lydia has become a social butterfly and great public speaker and advocate for the youth in the community. All three feel connected to a loving and vibrant community, something Miss Reba hoped would happen for her family.
“It’s important in everyone’s life to be loved, to be supported, and to have friends and people that you can call family. Bridge Meadows is our big family and it’s awesome.”