Lusijah Marx - Hero in the Fight

Recently, our founder Dr. Lusijah Marx was nominated by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) as a hero for the outstanding work that she provides in the mental health community. The “Heroes in the Fight” recognition program was established by Eli Lilly and Company to celebrate dignity, courage, hope and recovery in the ongoing treatment of people with mental illness. Lilly co-sponsors the program with local mental health organizations in communities across the United States.

Through the “Heroes in the Fight” program, NAMI Oregon has recognized healthcare professionals that provide exemplary care and dedication to those affected by severe and persistent mental illness, including our own Dr. Lusijah Marx. The staff and volunteers at Quest Center are proud of Dr. Marx’s commitment to serving the Portland community and would like to congratulate her on this prestigious award.
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Cancer Diagnosis Spurs Acts Of Giving Back

Diagnosed two years ago with Stage 3 breast cancer, Amy Paterson traipsed to nearly 150 medical visits: chemotherapy, radiation, a double mastectomy, physical therapy, an exercise study, nutrition consultations and more.

A young public relations professional, Paterson could put the job on hold. But not the care of son, Jonah, just 21/2.

Paterson had her husband and a stable of supportive friends and family. But what about women -- any ailing parent, for that matter -- with no support system?
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In A Respite In The Woods, Women With HIV/AIDS
Draw Strength From Each Other

Child birth and parenting haven't been very rewarding experiences for Amanda until now.

The 26 year old recovering meth addict gave birth to her first child at 15 and her second at 16.
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Pins & Needles

As Heroin Overdoses Double, Some Addicts Turn to Acupuncture.

IN A ROOM two stories above the North Park Blocks, Jeremy's ears are full of carefully placed needles. His body seems a bit tense as he recounts the last time he used heroin, 49 days ago. "I just realized that [getting high] didn't feel as good as the experiences I've had being clean and sober," he says. "Synthetic happiness is just not as good as spiritual happiness."

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