Lauren Decker, CADC I, Canby OR

Housing First Aid Training Facilitator

7+ years Coordinated Entry & Homelessness Diversion Management

Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor

Lauren is the Housing Services Manager for Clackamas County. With a strong foundation in addiction recovery and extensive frontline experience in homelessness services, Lauren is deeply committed to supporting individuals facing crises. Drawing from her own lived experiences, she is passionate about elevating the strengths and resilience of those she serves, advocating for sustainable housing solutions, and fostering long-term recovery and stability.

Abby Ahern, MSW, Portland OR

Housing First Aid Training Facilitator

17+ years in homeless services

Bachelors and Masters degrees in Social Work

Abby is a Senior Housing Policy Analyst in Oregon Metro’s Housing Department, focused on regional housing policy. With extensive experience in direct service and policy-making, Abby brings a wealth of knowledge to our training sessions.

Erin Ruff, BA, West Linn OR

Conflict Resolution Practitioner and Educator

Adjunct Professor in Conflict Resolution Department at Marylhurst University and Portland State University

Erin is passionate about effective problem-solving and has taught conflict management to diverse audiences. With a background in conflict resolution and education, Erin brings valuable insight to our training programs.

"I especially enjoyed learning about the brain and some of the science behind what is occurring when a person is facing homelessness or a similar life crisis."

"The training more than met my expectations. Rich in resources, great to share space and heart time with folks who have the boots in the work."

"This was an amazing training. I feel like I walked away with a lot of valuable skills that I will use a lot in my work."

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"I especially enjoyed learning about the brain and some of the science behind what is occurring when a person is facing homelessness or a similar life crisis."

"The training more than met my expectations. Rich in resources, great to share space and heart time with folks who have the boots in the work."

"The training more than met my expectations. Rich in resources, great to share space and heart time with folks who have the boots in the work." "The training more than met my expectations. Rich in resources, great to share space and heart time with folks who have the boots in the work."

"This was an amazing training. I feel like I walked away with a lot of valuable skills that I will use a lot in my work."

"This was an amazing training. I feel like I walked away with a lot of valuable skills that I will use a lot in my work." "This was an amazing training. I feel like I walked away with a lot of valuable skills that I will use a lot in my work."

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"The training more than met my expectations. Rich in resources, great to share space and heart time with folks who have the boots in the work."

"This was an amazing training. I feel like I walked away with a lot of valuable skills that I will use a lot in my work."