What is COCAB?
CareOregon's Community Advisory Board (COCAB) is a group of people from the community who help make sure CareOregon's programs meet the needs of our members. COCAB provides valuable feedback on health care accessibility, supports equal health opportunities for everyone, and guides projects like giving grants to local groups that are making a difference.
Have your voice heard!
- Does being a strong self-advocate for your health care interest you?
- Do you want your thoughts, ideas, and hopes for health care coverage heard?
- Do you want to provide valuable feedback that aids accessibility for other CareOregon members?
You should join the CareOregon Community Advisory Board (COCAB) today!
Please read the details and fill out an application below.
COCAB details
Who can join COCAB?
- Current CareOregon members
- Parents, caregivers, or guardians of a CareOregon member
- Community partners, or those who work or volunteer in a role that serves CareOregon members
When and where does COCAB meet?
COCAB meets once a month in our downtown Portland office with options to join virtually from home. These meetings usually run about 2 hours long.
What is the time commitment for a COCAB member?
As a COCAB member, we ask for a general commitment of at least two years of active participation. Members are expected to join meetings as much as possible and actively participate, providing valuable feedback.
How do I apply to join COCAB?
To apply, fill out the digital application by clicking the button below.
Our purpose
Members share their thoughts, ideas and hopes for health care coverage through the CareOregon Community Advisory Board (COCAB). We conduct focus groups, review community needs and advise CareOregon on member programs, fulfilling our goals by following our mission and vision statements.
Our mission
The COCAB brings together CareOregon members and community members. Together, they advocate for increased awareness of health issues and for all CareOregon members to have access to care.
Our vision
- A CareOregon where members’ voices are represented at all levels of the organization.
- Members who are proactive in their health care and at the center of their health care team.
- Members seeking systemic change in health and wellness programs, as well as public policy.
- Services that are widely available and accessible, inclusive, equitable and just.
- Removal of barriers including language and transportation, and honoring cultural practices.
- Increasing health knowledge and wellness through technology.
Recent accomplishments
In 2024, COCAB awarded its first-ever $15,000 grant to Us First Initiatives, a peer-led organization supporting Black/African American youth and adults impacted by mental health and addiction. The grant funded their second annual Healing Summit. COCAB looks forward to building further partnership with Us First Initiatives and other future grant recipients!
Contact us
Have questions before you apply? Please contact Connect2Care@careoregon.org for more details.