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Veterans - (1)
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   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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   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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   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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  Department of Human Services
 
   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, Oregon Health Plan, Food Stamps, Child Protective Services.
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   Cash and Food Stamp Benefits for Low Income Oregonians
Information about cash benefits for which you may be eligible which are different from and not so well known as the TANF benefit program.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon
 
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  Health Care Resources
 
   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 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 (Separate Website)
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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  Seniors & People with Disabilities
 
   BenefitsCheckup.org (Separate Website)
Information about programs for seniors that may pay some costs of prescription drugs, health care, and other essential items or services.
By: National Council on Aging
  
   
   Oregon SPD (Seniors & People with Disabilities) Offices (Separate Website)
A list of DHS (Department of Human Services) branch offices that provide services to seniors and people with disabilities.
By: Oregon Department of Human Services

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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: SHIBA
  
   
   SSA/SSI Debt Collection
Questions about debt and Social Security Checks.
By: Lane County Legal Aid and Advocacy Center

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  Utilities
 
   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.
By: Oregon Law Center
  
   
   Oregon Telephone Assistance Program (OTAP) (Separate Website)
Information on a program for low-income individuals receiving certain forms of public assistance.
By: Oregon Law Center
  
   
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  Veterans
 
   Oregon Veterans (Separate Website)
The Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs provides free benefits counseling and claims service to veterans, survivors, and dependents on all veterans' benefits. The agency also provides home loans at lower rates to veterans who qualify.
By: Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs
  
   
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  Immigration Resources
 
   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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   Public Benefits and Your Immigration Status
It is possible to receive many types of public benefits without affecting your immigration status. Read more about this here.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon
 
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  Legal Resources
 
   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.
By: Oregon State Bar - Lawyer Referral Service

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