Family Medical Leave Act
(Separate Website)
Information on the Family Medical Leave Act and on the Oregon Family Leave Act.
By: Disability Rights Oregon
How to Write an Affidavit
Information on why and how to write an affidavit.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon
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Your Right to Make Health Care Decisions
Information from the Oregon Health Plan Client Handbook about your right to make health care decisions, including the use of advanced directives.
By: Division of Medical Assistance Programs
Governor's Advocacy Office
(Separate Website)
The Governor's Advocacy Office's ombudsmen provides information, referral and help in resolving problems regarding any DHS program. The toll-free number is 1-800-442-5238.
By: Oregon Department of Human Resources
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Oregon SafeNet
(Separate Website)
Oregon SafeNet links low-income Oregon residents with health services, including routine & urgent medical care; immunizations; well-child care; pregnancy tests & prenatal care; and urgent and routine dental care. Call 1-800-SAFENET (1-800-723-3638).
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Rural Health Clinics
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A list of Oregon's Rural Health Clinics and contact information. The purpose of these clinics is to increase primary care services for Medicaid and Medicare patients in rural communities.
By: OHSU
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"Charity Care" - Financial Assistance for Hospital Bills
Charity Care is financial assistance for medical services. If you cannot afford to pay your hospital bill, you may be eligible to have part or all of the bill forgiven as Charity Care.
By: Oregon Law Center
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Family Health Insurance Assistance Program (FHIAP)
FHIAP is an Oregon program to help pay health insurance for eligible low-income Oregonians.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon
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The Oregon Health Plan
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The Oregon Health Plan provides health coverage to eligible low-income Oregonians. Find out about this program and how to apply.
By: Oregon Department of Human Services
Oregon Health Plan - Information
Do you need health care? Do you have a disability and no health insurance? Information about the Oregon Health Plan.
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Oregon Health Plan: Citizenship and Identity Verification
U.S. citizens and many non-citizens can get OHP benefits.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon
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Oregon Health Plan - If You are Denied Services or Have a Complaint
Information about what you can do if you are denied eligibility, coverage, or services (including the failure to provide an interpreter when needed) under the Oregon Health Plan.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon
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Assistance for Low-Income Medicare Beneficiaries
Find out about programs to help low-income Medicare recipients pay Medicare premiums and other costs.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon
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Medicare
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Overview of the Medicare program, with additional information about all aspects of the program.
By: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
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Medicare Part D
Link to Medicare website
By: Oregon Law Center
If You Are A Single Person And Need Long-Term Care
Some Basic Information On Medicaid.
By: Lane County Legal Aid and Advocacy Center
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If You Are Married And You Or Your Spouse Needs Long-Term Care
Some basic information on Medicaid.
By: Lane County Legal Aid and Advocacy Center
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If You Need Medicaid Help With Long-Term Care Costs
Some Basic Information About Income Cap Trusts.
By: Lane County Legal Aid and Advocacy Center
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Emergency Medical Care for Non-Citizens (CAWEM)
The Citizen Alien Waived Emergent Medical (CAWEM) program provides coverage for medical emergencies (life threatening) and the birth of a child if you are low income, but not a US citizen. Call 1-800-359-9517 to apply.
By: Oregon Law Center
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Immigration Status and Eligibility for Government Help
Many non-U.S. citizens and undocumented immigrants ARE eligible for public assistance!
The relationship between immigration status and eligibility for government benefits (such as food stamps, medical coverage, and cash assistance) is complicated. Learn more through this resource.
By: Oregon Law Center
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OregonLawHelp.org
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This Site Covers the State of Oregon
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