Street Roots ~ Rose City ~ Resource Guide

Housing and Rental Assistance

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Call for recording of up-to-date info on utility and rental assistance in Mult. Co. Text your zip code to 898211 or check website for updates.

Blanchet House of Hospitality

971-337-8747

Transitional living program for men who are looking for a safe and sober environment while they establish a new direction in their lives. Must be physically and mentally able to work full time in the kitchen during the first 90 days. After completing a seven-month program, guests may be eligible for a nine-month residential program. Call for a phone interview.

Cascade AIDS Project (CAP)

503-223-5907

Housing subsides (waiting list) and housing support for people who are HIV positive. Deposit and move-in assistance for people who have secured housing and emergency rental assistance for people who are currently housed. Other services include peer support specialists, health navigators and counseling service center. Must be HIV positive. Insurance benefits navigation and PrEP and PEP navigation provided for the general public. Call for intake and information.

Mon.-Thur. 9am - 5pm.

Cascadia Housing

503-674-7777

Independent subsidized, tax credit apartments, and Permanent Supportive Housing. Each property has a waitlist. Waitlist applications available via RentCafé. Visit website or call 971-380-3164 for questions about waitlists.

Mon.-Fri. 9am - 5pm.

Catholic Charities - Housing Transitions

971-222-1880

Assists self-identified women, 25 years or older, who are not parenting and currently experiencing homelessness with housing support, including referrals to Kenton Women’s village. Call for intake information.

Central City Concern - Housing

503-525-8483

Recovery housing for singles and families, low-barrier housing communities and specialized housing for the HIV community. Section 8 and fair market residential options. Must meet income restrictions and other criteria.

Mon.-Fri. 8am - 4:30pm.

Community Action

503-615-0770

Call the emergency rent line starting at 9am on the 15th of the month (if the 15th is on a weekend, call on the following Monday). Calls will be answered on a first come first serve basis, starting at 9am until all available appointments are filled. When you request a screening for rent assistance by phone, please be prepared to give us full names, dates of birth, social security numbers for everyone in the household, an estimated monthly income amount the household has received in the past 30 days, and a copy of a current nonpayment of rent notice from the landlord. See the website for more information.

Community Alliance of Tenants

503-288-0130

Advocacy for tenant issues. Organizing for immediate improvements in buildings, increased funding for affordable housing and improved tenant protections. 

Hot line hours:
Mon., Wed., Fri., Sat. 1 - 5pm
Tues. 6 - 8pm

Coordinated Housing Access

503-655-8575

Central point for households experiencing homelessness or a housing crisis to seek assistance in Clackamas County. Now accepting calls daily; or check the website and fill out the online form.

8am - 8pm

Fair Housing Council of Oregon

503-223-8197

Assists in issues of illegal housing discrimination. Evaluate violations of the Fair Housing Act and state & local laws that protect against discriminatory acts. Fair Housing laws protect against different treatment in housing based on an individual’s protected status including race, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, disability, marital status, domestic violence survivorship, sexual orientation, gender expression and source of income. Call or email: enforcement@fhco.org.

Home Forward

503-802-8300

Rent assistance program enables low-income residents to obtain rent assistance vouchers (Section 8) to rent from private landlords. Call for waitlist information. 

Mon.-Fri 8am - 4:30pm.

Housing Rights & Resource Program (HRRP)

503-650-5750

Provides housing information and referrals regarding land-lord tenant law, housing discrimination, and low cost housing options for Clackamas County residents. Call or apply online.

Mon.-Thurs. 8am - 5pm.

Impact NW

503-721-1740

Assists with achieving and maintaining self-sufficiency, including housing. Offers an array of resources such as early childhood/ youth, family and senior services. Walk-up information and referral services.

Mon.-Thurs. 9am - Noon and 1 - 4pm.

Northwest Pilot Project

503-227-5605

Secures permanent housing for seniors, 55 and older, who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless with no minor children. New clients should call for eligibility and hours. 

Mon.-Wed. 9am - 4pm.
Thurs. 1 - 4pm, closed noon-1
Friday by appointment only.

Our Just Future

Assistance in finding affordable housing for families experiencing homelessness.

Mon.-Fri. 8am - 5pm.
Call 2-1-1 to be placed in the queue.
Portland Office
503-548-0200
Rockwood Office
503-405-7875

Open Door Housing Works

503-640-6689

Offer support in obtaining and retaining affordable permanent housing. Come to the drop-in center for specific information about shelter referrals and housing services.

Mon.-Fri. 9am - 2:30pm.

Oxford Houses of Oregon

971-998-4223
Multiple Locations

Alcohol/drug-free rooms in shared housing. Must be recovering from addiction or alcoholism. Each house is democratically run by members and financially self-supporting. Must live clean and sober, be able to pay equal share of expenses. Inpatient treatment completion not a requirement for housing. Find vacancies on line.

Path Home-Homelessness Prevention Program

2-1-1

For households with children at risk of becoming homeless in the Portland metro area, Path Home’s Prevention Program may be able to provide assistance with current or back rent. Call 211 or fill out an application on line.

Portland Rescue Mission-Connect Program

503-980-4998

3-6 month transitional program for men that provides stability and community within a clean and sober environment to transition away from houselessness. Receive job readiness through vocational assignments, guidance toward obtaining housing and employment and supportive relationships through regular life group meetings. Attend orientation on Mon., Wed. or Fri. at 11 am. to sign up or learn more.

Resolution Northwest

503-595-4890

Mediation service geared towards assisting renters and housing providers to resolve conflicts and prevent eviction. Services cover issues ranging from repairs, rent disputes, property damage, noise complaints and more. Assist with improving tenant-landlord relations, maintaining current housing for those most impacted, and mediating neighbor-to-neighbor, community issues, schools and workplace conflicts.

Mon.-Fri. 9am - 5pm

St. Andrew Emergency Services

(St. Vincent de Paul)
971-244-0339

Rental and utility assistance when funds are available for those living between I-5 and NE 28th and between Shaver and Ainsworth. Located in the Martha H. Terrell Community Center.

Wed.-Fri. 10am - Noon.

St. Vincent de Paul

503-235-8431

Call for one-time help with part of rent to avoid eviction, depending on residence location and funds availability. Do not provide any motel vouchers or assistance for temporary shelter or housing.

Rent and utility assistance hotline. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9:30am – 12:30pm. SAndy and Eastward, call 503-668-3386, and leave a message.

Mon.-Fri. 9:30am - Noon and 1 - 3:30pm.

Transcending Hope Tri-County Supportive Housing

971-487-3811

Provides low-barrier, safe and structured transitional recovery housing serving Latinx men and women. Culturally specific housing designed to support community members with connection to serves and permanent housing. Servicios disponibles en español.

Transcending Hope Tri-County Supportive Housing

503-676-0636
Multiple locations

Sober affordable community housing program for men, women and families with on-site staff support.11 properties across Washington County. Servicios disponibles en español.

Washington County Housing Services

503-846-4794

Rental assistance and affordable rental opportunities for low-income families in Washington County, including Section 8 and public housing programs. Most programs have waitlists. Applicants must notify the department of changes in mailing address to keep their application current. English/Spanish.

Mon.-Fri. 8:30 - 5pm
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