Oregon State Hospital

09/02/2026

Su***de prevention starts with awareness.

If stress, anxiety, loneliness or life's challenges are starting to feel like too much, 988 Oregon is here to listen. Talking with their trained and caring counselors early can help you navigate difficult moments before they become a crisis.

Call or text 988 anytime or visit 988oregon.org to chat online. ***dePreventionMonth

08/28/2026

08/27/2026

August is National Wellness Month, which focuses on taking care of all aspects of yourself, including physical, mental and spiritual. Just because August is coming to an end doesn't mean your focus on wellness has to! 😊

Did you know that both OSH campuses have staff gyms? 💪🏾Pictured is the recently renovated staff gym on the Junction City campus.

❤️‍🩹Fun fact: Physical activity is an important way to prevent heart disease and stroke! ❤️‍🩹

What are some of the ways you enjoy practicing self care?👇🏻

08/19/2026

🥔Today is National Potato Day, and we are featuring two of our amazing Food and Nutritional Services (FNS) staff with a few potato sides sold at Kirkbride Café on our Salem campus. 🫶🏾

What Amber and Lindsey (pictured left to right) love most about working in FNS is being able to feed patients good food. “Food is the heart of this place,” says Lindsey. 💖

Whether OSH staff and patients are looking for chips, fries, potato salad, tots or just a cheerful atmosphere, FNS always delivers! 🥔💯

It’s giving “spudtacular!” 💅🏻

08/12/2026

🌞OSH Volunteer Services is currently running their Summer Sunshine Drive through Sept. 30!🌞

This annual campaign is dedicated to helping patients both during their stay and as they transition back to their daily lives across Oregon.
Your contributions over the years have greatly impacted the lives of those we serve, and we thank you for your support. 🫶🏼

Here are four ways you can contribute:
1. Visit the Volunteer Services Amazon page to select items from their curated list at https://ow.ly/GhXw50ZyLHN.
2. Drop off items directly at OSH campuses (Salem or Junction City).
3. Monetary contributions via Amazon gift cards, checks or cash
4. Spread the word! 📢

This year, our special needs include long skirts and dresses in plus sizes.
If you or someone you know is looking to clean out their closet, please consider donating clothing appropriate for patient use.

If you have any questions, please email Volunteer Services at https://ow.ly/vbhv50ZyLJT[at]https://ow.ly/hMz350ZyLJV.
Thank you for making an impact on the lives of OSH patients. 😊

08/08/2026

Occupational therapists and Vocational Services staff play an important role in supporting patients at OSH. They guide structured, therapeutic activities that support recovery and skill-building.

Patients have opportunities to hold paid jobs – like building planters and other projects – which allow them to practice work skills and prepare them to return to life in the community. To order a planter visit: http://bit.ly/4fdkXVd

Learn more about OSH: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/osh/

08/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who donated blood earlier this week on our Salem campus! 🫶🏾

We are proud to partner with the American Red Cross, an organization that makes a difference in so many lives one donation at a time. 🩸

Our goal was to collect 25 units, and we exceeded that by 9 units, setting a new OSH record!🥳

Visit redcross.org to see upcoming blood drives in your area.

07/31/2026

New OSH Superintendent Sean Murphy stopped by our Junction City campus this week to meet with staff and patients. About 550 employees work here, supporting patients. 🫶

“Talking with staff, what stands out is their commitment to helping patients rebuild their lives,” Sean said.

Learn more about the people of OSH at osh.oregon.gov.

07/28/2026

OSH is partnering with the American Red Cross for a blood drive Tuesday, Aug. 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Cottage 13 near the main entrance on the Salem campus.

🩸With a steep decline in blood donations nationwide, every donation is essential to lifesaving care for people in need. ❤️‍🩹

To schedule your appointment, please register on-line at www.redcrossblood.org (sponsor code – oregonstatehospital – no spaces).

Questions? Email Volunteer Services at [email protected].

07/17/2026

🎊New OSH Superintendent Sean Murphy began July 13 and has finished new employee orientation alongside team members also starting their journeys at the hospital. 🎊

“Listening to their stories reminded me of a fundamental truth: every single one of us, regardless of our role, directly contributes to the mission of OSH. To be frank, none of us can carry that mission alone—and that includes me.”

To learn more about Sean, visit: osh.oregon.gov.