Public Benefits Information & Hotline
The Public Benefits Hotline 1(800) 520-5292, provides legal advice and representation to low income people living in Oregon who are having problems with government benefits.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon
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Oregon DHS Branch Offices
(Separate Website)
A list of DHS (Department of Human Services) offices throughout Oregon. These offices provide services for the following programs: TANF, JOBS Program, General Assistance, TA-DVS Temporary Assistance, Oregon Health Plan, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (Food Stamps), Child Protective Services.
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Oregon Helps
(Separate Website)
Find out if your family might be able to get help from 12 state and federal programs. This website also gives you a list of the agencies and contact information in every county in Oregon.
By: Multnomah County
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Verification (Proof)
Whenever you apply for public assistance (such as food stamps, emergency assistance, TANF, etc.), DHS or the DSO will ask you for verification.
What is verification? Find out here.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon
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Governor's Advocacy Office (Ombudsman)
(Separate Website)
The Governor's Advocacy Office at the Department of Human Services is part of the Department's Director's Office and serves as the Ombudsman for the Department's programs and services. The Children's Ombudsman is also located in this office.
By: State of Oregon Department of Human Services
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Need Help Finding Health Resources?
(Separate Website)
Oregon Health Connect can assist Oregonians who may not know which health program or service best fits their needs. Links and information about health care reform, how health insurance in Oregon works, health care services, health clinics, and insurance options. Toll-free number: 1-855-999-321.
By: Oregon Health Authority and the Dept. of Consumer Resources
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Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance (SHIBA)
(Separate Website)
SHIBA volunteers help Medicare beneficiaries understand their rights and options in insurance, so that they can make informed choices.
By: State of Oregon - Consumer and Business Services Department
SSA/SSI Debt Collection
Questions about debt and Social Security Checks.
By: Lane County Legal Aid and Advocacy Center
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How to Write an Affidavit An affidavit is a written statement that is notarized. If you need to provide a written statement from someone with personal knowledge about what you are trying to prove, and this person cannot testify in person, you can use an affidavit. Includes instructions, sample and blank affidavit form.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon
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Legal Aid Offices in Oregon
(Separate Website)
Find the legal services provider for your county.
By: Legal Services
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Need a Lawyer in Oregon?
(Separate Website)
You can contact the Oregon State Bar's Lawyer Referral Service for help in finding a lawyer in your area. Includes the "Modest Means" program.
By: Oregon State Bar - Lawyer Referral Service
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Keeping Utilities Going in Households with Persons Needing Ongoing Medical Care
(Separate Website)
Does someone in your household require ongoing medical care? Are you worried your electric, natural gas or telephone service might be disconnected? If you are, you should know that Oregon's regulated utilities offer a program to allow special payment arrangements to avoid having your telephone, electric and gas service from being shut off if you fall behind on paying your bills. If you have questions about this program, call the Oregon Public Utility Commission, Consumer Section at 1-800-522-2404.
Oregon Telephone Assistance Program (OTAP)
(Separate Website)
Information on a program for low-income individuals receiving certain forms of public assistance.
Self Advocacy - How to Get Through the Maze of Welfare
This pamphlet gives helpful tips for dealing with all Oregon welfare programs.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon
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Governor's Advocacy Office (Ombudsman)
(Separate Website)
The Governor's Advocacy Office at the Department of Human Services is part of the Department's Director's Office and serves as the Ombudsman for the Department's programs and services. The Children's Ombudsman is also located in this office.
By: State of Oregon Department of Human Services
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Oregon Long-Term Care Ombudsman
(Separate Website)
The Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman investigates and resolves complaints made by or on behalf of residents of nursing facilities, adult foster care homes, residential care facilities, or assisted living facilities.
By: State of Oregon
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Social Security Disability & SSI - Hearings
Information about hearings in Social Security Disability or SSI cases. (An excerpt from the Social Security Disability and SSI booklet.)
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon
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Social Security Disability & SSI - If You are Denied Benefits
Information about asking for a reconsideration or a hearing if you are denied SSD or SSI benefits. (An excerpt from the Social Security Disability and SSI booklet.)
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon
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Did Social Security Stop Your Benefits Because of an Arrest Warrant?
(Separate Website)
Social Security cannot stop or deny benefits because of most arrest warrants. You may be able to start your benefits again or get back benefits.
By: National Senior Citizens Law Center
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DHS Administrative Hearings
Information about DHS administrative hearings in Welfare, Food Stamps, or Medical Benefits cases.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon
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