Crisis and emergency help in Oregon

If something is happening right now: 911 for danger, 988 for a mental-health crisis, and 211 for everything else — 211 is a human who knows every local resource and is free to call. The programs below are for the days after: shelter, safety planning, victim compensation, and getting back on your feet.

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18 programs

• Oregon General Assistance Program (GA)

  Short-term cash and housing help (about $831 a month) for adults with a severe disability who are homeless or at risk while waiting on an SSI decision — plus free help with the SSI application. Call 1-866-535-8431.

  For: People with a disability — adults with no children who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and waiting on an ssi decision · verified 2026-07-19

• Temporary Assistance for Domestic Violence Survivors (TA-DVS)

  Cash help to stay safe if you're leaving domestic violence -- up to $3,200 over 90 days for things like a new place to stay, moving costs, replacing essential items, and new locks or security cameras.

  For: Survivors of domestic violence who need help getting to safety · verified 2026-07-19

• Bradley Angle

  Emergency shelter and housing help, advocacy, support groups, and culturally specific programs for LGBTQIA+ and Black survivors.

  For: Domestic violence survivors in the portland area · verified 2026-07-06

• Call to Safety

  A free, confidential 24/7 crisis line with emotional support, safety planning, and referrals for domestic and sexual violence.

  For: Anyone who needs it — no application · verified 2026-07-06

• David Romprey Oregon Warmline

  A free line staffed by trained peers who have lived through mental health challenges — for support before things become a crisis. Call 1-800-698-2392.

  For: Anyone who needs it — no application · verified 2026-07-06

• Gateway Center for Domestic & Sexual Violence Services

  A one-stop hub for advocacy, safety planning, restraining orders, crime reporting, legal and immigration help, and benefits.

  For: People who live in multnomah county — survivors of intimate partner abuse, sexual assault, or trafficking in multnomah county · verified 2026-07-06

• Lines for Life Alcohol & Drug Helpline

  Free, confidential 24/7 phone and text support and referrals for alcohol or drug use. Call 800-923-4357 or text RecoveryNow to 839863.

  For: Anyone who needs it — no application · verified 2026-07-06

• Multnomah County Mental Health Call Center

  Free, confidential 24/7 crisis counseling by phone in any language, with referrals and mobile crisis teams. Call 503-988-4888.

  For: Anyone who needs it — no application · verified 2026-07-06

• Multnomah County Safety Net Program

  Emergency money for rent, deposits, utilities, moving, and urgent needs like dentures or glasses — for county residents 60+ or adults 18–59 with a long-term disability. Call the ADRC at 503-988-3646.

  For: People who live in portland or multnomah county — multnomah county seniors and adults with disabilities who are facing an emergency · verified 2026-07-05

• Oregon Address Confidentiality Program (ACP)

  A free mail-forwarding service that gives you a substitute address so your real home address stays hidden from an abuser or stalker.

  For: Survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, or trafficking (apply through a victim advocate) · verified 2026-07-06

• Oregon Crime Victims' Compensation (CVC) Program

  Reimburses violent-crime victims for medical and counseling bills (up to $20,000), lost wages, transportation, and funeral costs.

  For: Victims of a violent crime who reported it to police and cooperated · verified 2026-07-06

• Oregon Veterans' Emergency Financial Assistance Program (OVEFAP)

  A one-time grant paid to your creditors for an emergency — rent or mortgage, utilities, home repairs, emergency medical or dental bills, or transportation.

  For: Veterans — oregon veterans (and close family) with an urgent one-time financial emergency · verified 2026-07-06

• Oregon Worker Relief

  Direct financial help for immigrant Oregonians locked out of unemployment and federal aid because of their status, including a fund for people who are houseless and one for farmworkers who lost wages in a disaster.

  For: Immigrant oregonians who can't get unemployment or federal aid because of their immigration status · verified 2026-07-06

• Raphael House of Portland

  Confidential emergency shelter, a 24-hour line, survivor advocacy, and housing stability support.

  For: Anyone impacted by domestic violence, and their families · verified 2026-07-06

• St. Vincent de Paul Portland -- Rent & Utility Assistance

  Emergency rent and utility payment help and food boxes for people with nowhere else to turn -- call 503-235-8431 to ask about rent assistance.

  For: People in a rent, utility, or food emergency — call to ask what's available · verified 2026-07-05

• 211info

  A free helpline that connects you to local help — food, shelter, childcare, money help, and more. Dial 211 or text your zip code to 898211.

  For: Anyone who needs it — no application · verified 2026-07-05

• Multnomah County DA Victim Assistance Program

  Free victim advocates who explain your rights, go to court with you, help claim restitution, and send case updates.

  For: People who live in multnomah county — victims of a crime being prosecuted by the multnomah county da · verified 2026-07-06

• Sexual Assault Resource Center (SARC)

  A 24-hour support line, hospital and police response advocacy, case management, and counseling.

  For: Survivors of sexual violence in the portland metro / washington county · verified 2026-07-06