Jessica Floum

Unity Center for Behavioral Health in Portland. | LEGACY HEALTH

Suicide At Unity Shows Mental Health Center Has Long Way To Go

Two months after state investigators warned officials at Portland's only psychiatric ER they could lose federal certification, a woman who was known to be suicidal killed herself.

Sep 12, 2018

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After Years Of Inaction, Oregon Tackles High Addiction Rates

With the fourth-highest addiction rate in the country, Oregon has one of the worst records nationwide when it comes to treating people suffering from drug or alcohol addiction. But now the state is working towards a plan to change that.

Aug 22, 2018

Multnomah County Suspends 2 Managers After Failing to Investigate Complaints About Unity

After reports surfaced about the lack of follow-up on reports of abuse at the Unity Center for Behavioral Health in Northeast Portland, a top-level county manager takes action.

Aug 20, 2018

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Violence at Unity Center for Behavioral Health Draws Financial Questions

Critics say financial incentives influenced the center’s decision to use a "living room style" of intake area which critics say invites attacks.

Aug 13, 2018

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Emergency Departments Step Up After Portland's Psychiatric ER Turns Patients Away

The Unity Center for Behavioral Health started turning most patients away on Saturday.

Aug 1, 2018

Sen. Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) and Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) greet Lindy Suhr. The 37-year-old has a terminal genetic disorder that requires costly care. | JESSICA FLOUM

U.S. Senators Pledge to Protect Patients with Preexisting Conditions From Attack

Sens. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) and Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) said President Trump's Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh is "hostile" to the Affordable Care Act which bans discrimination among patients.

Jul 27, 2018