We’re Here For Each Other
If you or someone you know is physically or financially challenged, check out these Portland resources for home modifications, senior support, in-home care, food assistance, healthcare, and more. Save a copy of our free resource packet or scroll down for a complete list of organizations in your area.
How We Help
Clackamas County
Home Access and Critical Repair Grants
Grants up to $5,000 for needed safety and access improvements for both renters and homeowners. Must live in the North Clackamas Revitalization Area, reside in the dwelling, be at or below income limits, and have approval from the property owner.
Phone: (503) 742-4322
Website: https://www.clackamas.us/development/accessrepairgrant.html
Home Repair Loans and Home Accessibility Grants
Help low-income homeowners pay for needed and critical repairs. Loans are provided to low-income homeowners and grants aregiven to low-income persons with disabilities.
Phone: (503) 655-8591
Website: www.clackamas.us/communitydevelopment/repair.html
Email: CDGeneral@clackamas.us
Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of Clackamas County
Phone: (503) 650-5622
Website: https://www.clackamas.us/socialservices/crc.html
Email: clackamasadrc@clackamas.us
Family Caregiver Support Program
Resource and support for unpaid family caregivers for seniors and older caregivers of children and adults with disabilities.
Phone: (503) 650-5605
Website: https://www.clackamas.us/socialservices/respite.html
Senior Companion Program (SCP)
Offers support (transportation, general assistance around the house, social activities) to homebound seniors and adults with disabilities, free of charge.
Phone: (503) 655-8875
Website: https://www.clackamas.us/socialservices/companions.html
Transportation Reaching People Program (TRP)
Shared ride service for residents 60+ or those with a disability, free of charge, for medical appointments, grocery shopping, and other essential errands.
Phone: (503) 655-8208
Website: https://www.clackamas.us/socialservices/transportation.html
Multnomah County
Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC)
24-hour information assistance to seniors, people with disabilities, and caregivers.
Website: https://www.adrcoforegon.org/consite/search.php
Phone: (503) 988-3646
Email: adrc@multco.us
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Office for Children & Adults
Assist adults that live in the family home, independently, or receive residential services. Assist children who live at home, group homes, or foster homes with education goals, activities, and plans for transitioning into adulthood.
Portland Address: 209 SW 4th Ave, 97204
Gresham Address: 2951 NW Division Street Suite 200, 97030
Phone: (503) 988-2535
Public Annex
Low cost art classes and classes to learn about farming around Portland.
Website: http://www.publicannex.org/
Email: everybody@publicannex.org
Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of Multnomah County
24-hour information assistance to seniors, people with disabilities, and caregivers.
Address: https://www.adrcoforegon.org/consite/search.php
Phone: (503) 988-3646
Email: adrc@multco.us
State of Oregon / Tri-County Area
Unlimited Choices
Home modifications for homes and apartments (rentals and owned).
Address: 211 SE 80th Ave, Portland, OR 97215
Phone: 503-234-6167
Email: info@unlimitedchoices.org
Elder Abuse Prevention
Resource for seniors experiencing abuse or neglect.
Phone: 1-855-503-7233
Website: https://www.oregon.gov/dhs/abuse/Pages/index.aspx
Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance (SHIBA)
Free health benefits counseling for seniors.
Phone: (800) 722-4134
Website: http://www.oregon.gov/DCBS/SHIBA/pages/index.aspx
Email: shiba.oregon@state.or.us
Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
Medicare program and Medicaid service option for seniors in Multnomah, Washington, Clackamas, Clatsop, and Tillamook County.
Phone: 1-844-224-7223
Website: https://www.oregon.gov/DHS/SENIORS-DISABILITIES/SPPD/Documents/PACE-Fact-Sheet.pdf
Washington County
Rebuilding Together Washington County
Supports low-income homeowners with small housing repairs such as grab bars, electrical repairs, minor plumbing issues, and small carpentry repairs.
Address: 12550 SW 3rd St, Beaverton, OR 97005
Phone: (503) 644-4544
Email: rtwc@togwc.org
Website: https://www.togwc.org/
Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of Washington County
Phone: (503) 846-3060
Email: davsinfo@co.washington.or.us
Federal
The Fair Housing Act
Under federal law, housing providers are legally obligated to make reasonable accommodations and modifications for individuals with disabilities.
Phone: (503) 223-8197 ext. 2
HUD Phone (Toll Free): 1-800-669-9777
Website: https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/fair_housing_equal_opp/reasonable_accommodations_and_modifications#_Reasonable_Accommodations
Reverse Mortgage Program
Provides guaranteed monthly income payments to seniors 62+ who own theirown home and have substantial equity value in it. No money needs to berepaid and no interest payments are made as long as you continue to reside in the home.
Website: https://www.eldercaredirectory.org/federal.htm
Elder Care Directory
Nonprofit organization provides education for seniors and their caregivers to learn how to find support and provide for the elderly in the U.S.
Website: https://www.eldercaredirectory.org/