Disability Support Services in Philomath, OR
Home base for North Star Oregon — person-centered attendant care and disability support rooted in this small Benton County community.
Philomath at a Glance
- Services Available
- In-Home Attendant Care
- County
- Benton County
- Local CDDP
- Benton County Developmental Diversity Division (CDDP) · 541-766-6835
- Nearest Day Support Activities
- Corvallis
Disability Support Agency Serving Philomath and Benton County
Philomath is a city of roughly 6,000 people sitting at the western edge of the Willamette Valley, where the farmland gives way to the foothills of the Coast Range. The name comes from the Greek for "lover of learning," a reference to Philomath College, founded here in 1867 by the United Brethren Church. It is a small town by any measure — but it is also the headquarters of North Star Oregon.
We chose Philomath as our home base because this is the community we come from. Our office is here, our roots are here, and the families we first began serving live in Benton County. For individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Philomath, that proximity matters. We are not a large agency based in Portland or Salem running satellite operations in rural Oregon. We are a small, dedicated team headquartered on Main Street, and our founder, Justin Wallace, has spent over 12 years working in the I/DD field in this part of the state.
Disability services for Philomath residents are coordinated through the Benton County Developmental Diversity Division, the local CDDP, located at 530 NW 27th Street in Corvallis — about a 15-minute drive east on Highway 20. Their main number is 541-766-6835, and their eligibility line is 541-766-6130. If you are a Philomath family beginning the process of accessing I/DD services, the Developmental Diversity Division is your first step, and North Star Oregon can help you understand what to expect.
Disability Support Services in Philomath, Oregon
Small Town, Real Support
Philomath does not have the same density of service providers that Corvallis or Salem offers. Families here sometimes feel like they are on the edge of the service map — close enough to a mid-sized city to see what is available, but not always close enough to access it easily. North Star Oregon changes that equation. Because we are based in Philomath, our attendant care workers do not have to drive from another city to reach you. Response times are shorter, scheduling is more flexible, and the people providing care are part of the same community. Our services are funded through Oregon's K-Plan and coordinated through the Office of Developmental Disabilities Services (ODDS). We work directly with Benton County service coordinators to ensure care plans are followed and adjusted as needs change.
Neighbors, Not Strangers
When you live in a town of 6,000 people, you notice who shows up at your door. North Star Oregon support workers are not anonymous contractors rotating through a shift schedule. They are people who live in or near Philomath and Corvallis, who shop at the same stores and drive the same roads. That familiarity is not a marketing point — it is the practical reality of receiving care from a local agency headquartered in your own town.
In-Home Attendant Care Services in Philomath, Oregon
In-home attendant care is North Star Oregon's core service in Philomath. Our attendant care workers provide one-on-one support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their own homes — helping with personal care, daily living tasks, skill building, and community access. In a town built along the Marys River at the foot of Marys Peak, daily life has its own rhythm, and our job is to support that rhythm rather than disrupt it.
For Philomath residents, practical geography shapes what attendant care looks like. Medical appointments and specialty services often require a trip into Corvallis. Grocery options are more limited than in a larger city. The nearest hospital, Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, is about 10 miles east. Our attendant care workers help individuals navigate these realities — providing transportation support, helping with errands, and making sure that living in a smaller community does not mean going without.
- Personal care and hygiene support
- Meal preparation and household tasks
- Skill building for greater independence
- Transportation to appointments, errands, and activities in Corvallis and beyond
- Community access and social engagement
- Consistent, familiar support workers who know the area
Day Support Activities Near Philomath, Oregon
North Star Oregon does not operate a Day Support Activities (DSA) location in Philomath itself. In-home attendant care is our primary service here. However, our DSA programming is available at our Corvallis location — just seven miles east on Highway 20 — as well as in Albany, Eugene, Springfield, Salem, and Tangent. For Philomath families interested in structured group activities, the Corvallis DSA site is the closest and most accessible option.
We are always evaluating where demand exists for additional programming. If you are a Philomath family interested in DSA, contact us — your input directly informs where we grow.
Benton County Disability Resources
- Benton County Developmental Diversity Division (CDDP) — The access point for eligibility and I/DD service coordination in Benton County. 530 NW 27th St, Corvallis, OR 97330. (main) / 541-766-6130 (eligibility). Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Phone: 541-766-6835
- The Arc of Benton County — Advocacy, education, and housing resources for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. 928 NW Beca Ave, Corvallis, OR 97330.
Phone: 541-753-1711
- Benco — Nonprofit housing and whole-life support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. 165 NE Conifer Blvd, Corvallis, OR 97330.
Phone: 541-753-5040
- Benton County Historical Museum — Community landmark in Philomath housing cultural exhibits and events. 1101 Main St, Philomath, OR 97370.
- Lane Independent Living Alliance (LILA) — Center for Independent Living covering Benton County (office in Eugene)..
Phone: 541-607-7020
About North Star Oregon
This is where North Star Oregon started, and this is where we are headquartered today. Philomath, OR 97370 is not just a mailing address — it is the community our team lives in, works from, and is accountable to. Our founder, Justin Wallace, built this agency on the belief that disability support should be personal, consistent, and local. Operating from Philomath keeps us grounded in that belief. When families in Benton County call our office, they are calling their neighbors.
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