# Homelessness Help Resources - Oregon ## National Resources - **National Coalition for the Homeless:** - **Phone:** 1-202-462-4822 - **Website:** [https://nationalhomeless.org](https://nationalhomeless.org/) - **Services Provided:** Advocacy, information, and connections to local resources for individuals experiencing homelessness. - **United Way 211:** - **Phone:** Dial 211 - **Website:** [https://www.211.org](https://www.211.org/) - **Services Provided:** 24/7 assistance for finding shelters, food banks, and other local services. - **National Runaway Safeline (For Youth):** - **Phone:** 1-800-RUNAWAY (1-800-786-2929) - **Text:** Text "HELP" to 66008 - **Website:** [https://www.1800runaway.org](https://www.1800runaway.org/) - **Services Provided:** Crisis support, family reunification services, and resources for runaway and homeless youth. ## Statewide Homelessness Support Services - **Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS):** - **Phone:** 1-877-877-7414 - **Website:** [https://www.oregon.gov/ohcs](https://www.oregon.gov/ohcs) - **Services Provided:** Rental assistance, affordable housing programs, and homelessness prevention resources. - **Community Action Partnership of Oregon (CAPO):** - **Phone:** 1-503-316-3951 - **Website:** [https://www.caporegon.org](https://www.caporegon.org/) - **Services Provided:** Resources for housing, utility assistance, and family services. ## Regional Homelessness Support Services ### Portland Metro Area - **Transition Projects:** - **Phone:** 503-280-4700 - **Website:** [https://www.tprojects.org](https://www.tprojects.org/) - **Office Location:** 665 NW Hoyt St, Portland, OR 97209 - **Specialized Services:** Emergency shelters, housing programs, and employment assistance. - **Street Roots Resource Guide:** - **Website:** [https://www.streetroots.org](https://www.streetroots.org/) - **Specialized Services:** Comprehensive directory of services including shelters, food, and medical care. ### Salem Area - **ARCHES Project:** - **Phone:** 503-399-9080 - **Website:** [https://mwvcaa.org/programs/arches/](https://mwvcaa.org/programs/arches/) - **Office Location:** 615 Commercial St NE, Salem, OR 97301 - **Specialized Services:** Housing programs, showers, and day-use services. ### Eugene Area - **St. Vincent de Paul Society of Lane County:** - **Phone:** 541-687-5820 - **Website:** [https://www.svdp.us](https://www.svdp.us/) - **Office Location:** 2890 Chad Dr, Eugene, OR 97408 - **Specialized Services:** Emergency shelters, housing programs, and employment training. ### Medford Area - **Maslow Project:** - **Phone:** 541-608-6868 - **Website:** [https://www.maslowproject.com](https://www.maslowproject.com/) - **Office Location:** 500 Monroe St, Medford, OR 97501 - **Specialized Services:** Support for homeless youth and families, including case management and resources. ## Online Resources - **Homeless Shelter Directory:** - **Website:** [https://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org](https://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org/) - **Features:** Comprehensive list of shelters and resources by state and city. - **Coalition for the Homeless:** - **Website:** [https://www.coalitionforthehomeless.org](https://www.coalitionforthehomeless.org/) - **Features:** Advocacy and support services for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. ## Emergency Resources - **National Domestic Violence Hotline (For Domestic Violence Victims Facing Homelessness):** - **Phone:** 1-800-799-SAFE (1-800-799-7233) - **Text:** Text "START" to 88788 - **Website:** [https://www.thehotline.org](https://www.thehotline.org/) - **When to Call:** If domestic violence is contributing to homelessness. - **Veterans Crisis Line (For Homeless Veterans):** - **Phone:** 1-800-273-8255 (Press 1) - **Text:** Text 838255 - **Website:** [https://www.veteranscrisisline.net](https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/) - **Services Provided:** Support for veterans facing housing instability. ## Educational Resources - **National Alliance to End Homelessness:** - **Website:** [https://endhomelessness.org](https://endhomelessness.org/) - **Description:** Resources on understanding homelessness causes, policies, and advocacy. --- _Updated as of January 2025. For corrections or additional information, please contact [Insert contact method or organization]._