Mobile Crisis Collaboration with Rogue Retreat: A Lifeline for Our Community

Over the year’s, Rogue Retreat has evolved from its humble beginnings into a cornerstone of support for individuals experiencing housing instability and crisis. What started as a small effort has grown into a robust continuum of resources, offering hope and stability to those who need it most. Jackson County Mental Health’s Mobile Crisis Team, in […]

Building Hope, Rebuilding Lives

At Rogue Retreat, we believe in the power of partnerships to transform lives and S&B James Construction exemplifies what it means to build community from the ground up. A longstanding partner in our mission, S&B James has played a vital role in expanding our shelter and service infrastructure throughout Medford. In 2022, they completed the […]

Thrift Shop by Rogue Retreat Rebrands to “Hopeful Secondhand”

Thrift Shop by Rogue Retreat Rebrands to “Hopeful Secondhand” and Celebrates Grand Reopening with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on August 17th Medford, OR – After years of serving the community under the name “Thrift Shop by Rogue Retreat,” we are thrilled to announce our rebranding as “Hopeful Secondhand.” This exciting change reflects our ongoing commitment to providing […]

After the Storm: Building New Hope at the Medford Urban Campground

On January 4th, a massive storm ripped through the Rogue Valley, leaving downed branches, broken fences and destruction in its wake. Unfortunately, the Medford Urban Campground endured severe damage, including torn tents, canopies and sleeping bags. “The campground suffered a traumatic weather event,” said Donnie Harper, who manages the Navigation Center. “The storm destroyed the campground, which […]

The Realities of Homelessness at Christmas

When people face homelessness, Christmas is typically far from their minds. They’re not worrying about what gifts to buy for their loved ones. They’re not making travel plans to see their families. And they’re certainly not struggling to find the perfect decorations and lights to decorate their homes. The realities of homelessness at Christmas are […]

5 Ways You Can Help A Homeless Person

During the winter, our thoughts often turn to how we can serve others. This includes the men, women, and children who are homeless in our own community.  Homelessness is a huge problem in the United States, with more than 500,000 people living in a state of homelessness. The reasons behind homelessness are numerous, including mental […]

A Life of Giving, A Legacy of Generosity

When you focus on the good things in life, that spirit of thankfulness and compassion lives on from generation to generation. This is the legacy of John D’Arcy, and his daughter and son-in-law, Nan and Tom Gunderson. Through a donation of stock valued at $100,000 from her father, Nan and her husband, Tom, decided to […]

$2.55 Million Grant

Oregon Community Foundation Awards $2.55 Million to the City of Medford and Rogue Retreat Partnership to Help Almeda Fire Victims According to a City of Medford media release, “on Wednesday, March 10 the Oregon Community Foundation (OCF) announced funding for a Medford Project Turnkey facility which will transform an existing Medford Motel, the Redwood Inn, […]