Community Resources

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Food

General

211Info.org/Food

Oregon Food Bank | 503-282-0555 or 1-800-777-7427

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) | 503-320-6658 or 503-928-9689. Also called food stamps or Oregon Trail card. Access the food you need when your budget is tight. Apply online.

WIC | 503-988-3503 - You could qualify for food assistance if you've lost income, and if you're pregnant, a new mom, or if you have a baby or young children under 5 years old. Open to dads, guardians and foster parents.

Oregon Farmers Markets Association | Find out which markets accept SNAP and WIC.

Houseless

Blanchet House - Meals for those not in a shelter.
Monday - Saturday
Breakfast 6:30am - 7:30am | Lunch 11:30am - 12:30pm | Dinner 5pm - 6pm

Faith-Based and Community Organizations

The Salvation Army - Drive-thru food boxes at three locations, starting Monday, May 4. For more information, call 503-794-3199.

Monday, 9am – 1pm
Lloyd Center Mall | 2201 Lloyd Center, Portland

Wednesday, 9am – 1pm
East Hill Church | 701 N Main Ave, Gresham

Friday, 9am – 1pm
Clackamas Town Center | 1200 SE 82nd Ave, Happy Valley

William Temple House - Food pantry with fresh produce, meat and dairy, bread, spices, grab-and-go meals, staples.
Tuesday-Thursday, 11am - 1pm
2023 NW Hoyt St, Portland | 503-226-3021

Portland Adventist Community Services - Food pantry. Distributes pre-made boxes and as much fresh/frozen food as possible.
Monday – Friday, 9am – 11am
11020 NE Halsey St, Portland | 503-252-8500, pacsfood2020@gmail.com

Catholic Charities Clark Family Center Food pantry with culturally specific foods and access in multiple languages.
Wednesdays, 12pm-2pm
2740 SE Powell Blvd, Portland | 503-231-4866

Students and Families (K-12)

School Meal Distribution Sites

Seniors, Veterans, People with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

  • Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC) | 1-855-ORE-ADRC Call for resources.
  • Sunshine Division | 503-609-0285 - For homebound, medically fragile, and/or unable to leave their home. Call to request a food box delivery (Portland and Gresham only).
  • Store to Door | 503-200-3333 - Supports independent living for seniors and adults with disabilities by providing an affordable, personal, volunteer-based grocery shopping and delivery service in Portland.
  • Meals on Wheels | 503-953-8111 or toll-free 866-788-6325 - For seniors. The cost of each meal is $7.39. You will be asked to contribute to the cost of the meal, and must be at home to receive them. Request meals online»
  • TriMet LIFT Grocery Delivery | For LIFT paratransit customers. Get groceries and essential goods delivered to your door.

Living with HIV

Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon HIV Day Center - Grab-and-go meals for low-income people living with HIV/AIDS. Meal delivery for those with a medical need.
Monday-Friday, 9am-12pm
2941 NE Ainsworth St, Portland | 503-460-3822, hivcenter@emoregon.org

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Health Care 

Health Insurance 

  • If you are uninsured, call 211 for a list of health clinics that will see you.
  • Oregon Health Plan | 503-416-4100 or 1-900-224-4840 - Free healthcare coverage for Oregonians who qualify. Open to children and teens younger than 19 who meet criteria, regardless of immigration status.
    • Ride to Care | Free non-emergent medical transportation to eligible OHP members.
  • Multnomah County Health Department | Assistance with insurance enrollment in multiple languages.
  • CAWEM | Coverage of emergency medical services for those eligible for Medicaid if not for immigration status. CAWEM Plus available for pregnant individuals. Testing and hospitalization for COVID-19 covered under CAWEM and CAWEM Plus.
  • COFA Premium Assistance Program | Free health insurance for low-income citizens from the Republic of Marshall Islands, the Federated State of Micronesia, and the Republic of Palau.
  • Pandemic Mobility Support Program | Free transportation options for frontline workers, patients, and others needing to make critical trips within the city of Portland during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Clinics

Prescription Drugs

Portland Fire & Rescue Meds on Wheels | 971-228-7687 - Prescription pick-up and delivery for home-bound seniors and those with disabilities.

HIV

HIV/AIDS Services - A full range of services (medical care, insurance, housing, mental health, food) is available for low-income people living with HIV/AIDS. Low or no cost.

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Houseless Community

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Disabilities

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Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault

Culturally specific domestic violence resources»

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Child Abuse

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Mental Health, Substance Use Disorder, and Recovery Support

Mental Health Crisis Lines

Behavioral Health Services

Recovery Support

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Parenting

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Culturally-Specific Resources

Immigrant and Refugee 

LGBTQIA+ Resources

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Financial Help

Rent

Utilities

  • Many utilities have suspended late payment fees and disconnections if you can’t pay your bill. Contact your utility company for details.
  • 211Info.org/energy | Call 2-1-1 to connect with local organizations that can help with bills.

Internet

  • Keep Americans Connected Pledge – Many broadband and phone carriers have waived late fees and will not terminate service if you can’t pay your bill. Contact your carrier for details.
  • Some schools are working to provide access to the Internet for families that need it. Contact your school district or check online.

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COVID-19 Resource Posters

Fact Sheet

Posters and Flyers for download

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