Our Mission Statement
We are a group of parents and caregivers who gather and work to better the lives of families living with food allergies through education, support, and community advocacy.
History
A cross-country move in 2005 left one mom overwhelmed and searching for food allergy resources in the Portland area. At that time one group existed, PACES, led by Rhonda Rogers and facilitated by Claudia Sage. Several others were in various stages of development. It seemed there was an opportunity to stitch together these efforts into something really meaningful for families across Oregon. After a call to the state allergists association in 2009, Dr. Daniel DeMerell of Allergy, Asthma, & Dermatology Associates agreed to be our medical adviser. In 2009, OFAN held regular monthly evening meetings.
Our grand vision for Oregon Food Allergy Network is to serve as an umbrella organization connecting and empowering food allergic families and individuals across the state of Oregon. A large portion of our great state's population is located along the I-5 corridor, but there is so much beauty beyond. Leveraging support groups and the experiences of families all over Oregon is our ambition.
Contact us
In the greater Portland area please contact oregonfoodallergy@gmail.com for further information
In the Salem area please contact salemfoodallergy@yahoo.com for further information.
In the Springfield/Corvallis area please contact foodallergyparent@yahoo.com for further information.
In the Bend area please contact nonuttymom@yahoo.com for further information.In the Vancouver/Camas, WA area please contact Jen for further information.
The information contained on our website and in our discussion groups
should not be construed as medical or legal advice. You should always
consult your physician on health matters.
