Help in Independence

4 service locations

Family and youth

Child care and early childhood education

495 I St, Independence · 971-707-4071

Head Start early childhood program — 34 funded slots; operated by Mid-Willamette Valley CAA.

Child care and early childhood education

535 G St, Independence · 503-838-2745

Head Start early childhood program — 144 funded slots; operated by Oregon Child Development Coalition.

Food pantry

870 N Main Street, Independence · 503-917-1681

Mon 16:00–18:00 · Tue 09:00–11:30 · Tue 16:00–18:00 · Thu 09:00–11:30

directions · via Oregon Food Bank, verified 2026-07-21

Meal program

1038 E St, Independence · (503) 917-8537

Free summer meals for kids and teens (2026 season) — sponsored by Central SD 13J.

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