Housing Resources

Foreclosure Help

Obtaining a loan modification is one way to avoid foreclosure and stay in your home, but the process can be challenging for homeowners. Whether you apply for a loan modification with the assistance of a counselor, or decide to do it yourself, there are crucial steps you should take to increase your chances of success.

Oregon Housing and Community Service Resources and Links

When you need help, you need to find the right services and resources as quickly as possible. Find information on affordable housing, homelessness prevention, landlord/tenant resources, food resources, senior resources, energy assistance, low income legal assistance and more.

Health Resources

Oregon Department of Consumer & Business Services - How Can I Keep My Health Insurance If I Lose My Job?

During times of high unemployment, Oregonians may lose their health insurance as well as their job. Knowing how to stay covered is important, especially for those with medical conditions. We know the options can be confusing, but our consumer advocates are available to help people sort through them based on their individual situations.

Health Insurance Coverage for All

Our mission is to provide simplified public and private health insurance eligibility information in order to help more people access coverage. We aim to find the uninsured and centralize the distribution of information and eligibility requirements, encouraging more people to enroll and thereby lower the ranks of the uninsured.

Oregon Insurance Division - Consumer Insurance Information and Complaints

The Oregon Insurance Division protects the public by ensuring the financial soundness of insurers, the availability and affordability of insurance, and fair treatment of policyholders while maintaining a positive business climate.

Oregon.gov - Prescription Assistance

The Oregon Prescription Drug Program is a cost-saving program that ALL Oregonians can join. Enrollment is free and can help you save up to 60% on prescriptions. There is not paperwork required and no age or income limit.

Oregon Tobacco Quit Line

Call the Quit Line and speak with an expert quit coach. We know what you are going through. We don't nag or lecture. We help you feel more confident about quitting for good. There are many ways to quit. We'll help you make a plan that will work for you.

Coping & Crisis Resources

Oregon State University Extension Services - Finding Help In Tough Times

Money and work are two of the top sources of stress for almost 75 percent of Americans, according to the APA's 2007 Stress in America study. With rising consumer debt, falling house prices, rising costs of living and declining retail sales, many people are worried about how they will get through this recession. OSU Extension Service has compiled information to help you find the help you need during these tough times.

Riley Guide - Coping with Job Loss

The Riley Guide is a directory of employment and career information sources and services. We have information you need to file for unemployment benefits, advice on surviving a job loss and links to networking and support groups to help you during this time.

Department of Labor - Assistance Available After Job Loss

The Department of Labor takes its responsibility to help America's workers cope with the current economic challenges seriously. The Employment and Training Administration (ETA) offers employment-related assistance to workers impacted by layoffs to improve their re-employment prospects and prepare for job transitions. The Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) provides information on health and retirement benefit rights to help American workers make decisions regarding their health coverage in case of job loss.

Oregon Partnership - Free, Confidential Crisis Intervention and Referral

The Crisis Call Center provides free, confidential crisis intervention and referral. Our highly trained staff and volunteers compassionately support callers in need, providing immediate assistance and referring people to helping resources that put them on a path to healing. We also follow up personally with callers after initial contact and triage, ensuring people are safe and offering additional support.

Helpguide.org

Helpguide's mission is to help you understand, prevent and resolve many of life's challenges. Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and support you need to take charge of your life and make healthy choices. Helpguide provides free online resources that are motivating, balanced, and ad-free -- easy to look at, easy to understand and focused on information you can use to help yourself.