Who We Are
About Willamette Family
Since 1964, Willamette Family has been a leader in mental health and substance use services, guiding clients and families along their journey in recovery. Our treatment approach fosters individual needs by offering tailored, evidence-based, gender-responsive therapy for our clients to rebuild their lives and the lives of their family. In a safe, nurturing environment, we’re committed to bettering the lives of our community members with cost-effective, quality services.
Mission
Dedicated to Families. Committed to our Community. Celebrating Recovery.
Willamette Family provides hope and relief from substance addiction and believes recovery is possible for everyone. We offer personalized treatment options that empower individuals and families to begin a new life free from addiction.
History
Willamette Family has proudly served Lane County since 1964, providing detox and treatment for substance use disorders. Willamette Family got its start as an alcohol detoxification center in the home of George and Honey Buckley. The couple was dedicated to intervening in the lives of alcoholics and providing support for their recovery. Willamette Family continues to uphold the powerful philosophy of caring for individuals with substance use disorders, addressing the whole person.
Vision
Creating a World of Recovery
Core Values
- Respect
- Compassion
- Well-being
- Hope
- Family
Leaders
Eva WilliamsExecutive Directorevaw@wfts.org
Jonathan SmithChief Financial Officerjonathans@wfts.org
Nikki OrmsbeeChief Operating Officernicoleo@wfts.org
Trina RenfrowSenior Director of Residential Servicestrinar@wfts.org
Edith BaumgartSenior Director of Behavioral Health & Family Servicesedithb@wfts.org
Colleen SmithSenior Director of Community Relationscolleens@wfts.org
Board of Directors
Jeremy StarrChair
Chris BabcockPast Chair, Member
John BrownPast Chair, Member
Scott CoreyMember
Gary WeberMember
Lisa HayesMember
Mike YunkerMember
Inclusion Statement
At Willamette Family, we believe everyone has the right and ability to seek a life free from addiction. Willamette Family provides equal care to clients, regardless of age, race, religion, ethnicity, physical ability or attributes, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression. We all belong at Willamette Family.