OREGON STATEWIDE WEATHER & FIRE CONDITIONS

Public Safety Resource · Weather Alerts · Fire Danger · Air Quality · Flooding

“Know the hazard. Find the right resource. Stay safe.”

All resources listed are free and publicly available · Verify current conditions directly with official sources below

CALL 911

For anyone experiencing an active wildfire, flooding, or immediate threat to life or property

CALL OR TEXT 988

For anyone in emotional distress or mental health crisis related to a disaster or evacuation · Free · Confidential · 24/7

YOUR FIRST THREE STEPS WHEN A HAZARD IS POSSIBLE

1 · Check NWS Active Alerts for Oregon  NWS Oregon Active Alerts

Every active watch, warning, and advisory in Oregon — in one place. Check here first whenever you hear about a hazard in your area.

2 · Check Your Fire Danger Level and Burn Restrictions  ODF Fire Restrictions Interactive Map

Tap your location on the interactive map to see your local fire danger level and whether any burn restrictions apply. Works on mobile. Check before any outdoor burning — any time of year.

3 · Sign Up for County Emergency Alerts  Oregon Emergency Alert Registration

Register your phone and home address so wildfire, flood, and evacuation alerts reach you directly — without having to check anything. Takes less than two minutes.

NWS ALERT TYPE DEFINITIONS

When a hazard is issued for your area, it will carry one of these labels. Knowing what each term means tells you how urgently to act.

🔴  WARNING

Hazardous conditions are occurring or imminent. Take protective action NOW — do not wait.

🟡  WATCH

Conditions are favorable for a hazard to develop. Prepare now and monitor updates closely.

🟠  ADVISORY

Conditions will be hazardous but below warning thresholds. Use extra caution outdoors.

🔵  SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT

Noteworthy conditions that require public awareness but do not meet warning or advisory thresholds. Stay aware and check for updates.

🏖  BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT

Dangerous ocean or beach conditions — sneaker waves, rip currents, or extreme surf. Stay well back from the water’s edge regardless of how calm the ocean looks.

🔥  RED FLAG WARNING

Critical fire weather: low humidity + high winds + dry fuels = extreme fire danger. No outdoor burning of any kind. Avoid all spark-producing activity.

🌊  SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY

Hazardous conditions for small vessels. Inexperienced mariners should stay off coastal and Columbia River Bar waters until the advisory expires.

💧  FLOOD WATCH

Flooding is possible. Prepare now — know your evacuation route and monitor river gauge levels.

💧  FLOOD WARNING

Flooding is occurring or imminent. Move to higher ground now. Turn Around, Don’t Drown — never drive through a flooded road.

FIRE DANGER LEVELS — WHAT THEY MEAN

The Oregon Department of Forestry uses a five-level fire danger scale. Your local level determines which activities may be restricted on public and private forestlands. Danger levels can vary significantly over short distances — always check your specific location on the ODF map before any outdoor burning or spark-producing activity.

• LOW

Fires are unlikely to start or spread rapidly. Normal outdoor caution applies.

• MODERATE

Fires can start and spread under dry or windy conditions. Use caution near any ignition source outdoors.

• HIGH

Fires start easily and spread quickly. Check ODF burn restrictions before any outdoor burning. Debris fires must be fully extinguished — never left to smolder.

• VERY HIGH

Fires start very easily from almost any spark. Outdoor burning is typically prohibited. Check ODF restrictions for your specific location before any outdoor activity.

• EXTREME

Maximum fire danger. Any fire can quickly become uncontrollable. All outdoor burning prohibited. Avoid all spark-producing activity entirely.

Check your current fire danger level and burn restrictions:  ODF Fire Restrictions Interactive Map

OREGON SEASONAL HAZARD GUIDE

Oregon faces different hazards throughout the year. Use this guide to know what to watch for in any given season and which resources to check most closely.

❄  WINTER — December through February

Ice storms and freezing rain in the Willamette Valley · Heavy snow in the Cascades and eastern Oregon · Coastal wind events and large surf · Sneaker waves year-round · River flooding from rain-on-snow events

🌱  SPRING — March through May

Early Red Flag fire weather as fuels dry before green-up · Snowmelt flooding along Cascade-fed rivers · Prescribed burn smoke · High surf and sneaker waves on the coast

🔥  SUMMER — June through September

Wildfire season peaks statewide · Red Flag Warnings common in south-central and eastern Oregon · Smoke events affecting air quality across the state · Extreme heat in the Willamette Valley and eastern Oregon · Lightning-caused fires in the mountains

🍂  FALL — October through November

Wildfires may remain active into October · Coastal wind events return · Early ice and snow in the mountains · Transition back to rainy-season flooding risk · First major wind events of the season

REGIONAL HAZARD CONTEXT

Western Oregon & Portland Metro

Willamette Valley weather is generally mild but can shift quickly. Watch for winter ice storms and wind events that cause widespread power outages, summer heat waves, and river flooding during rain-on-snow events in the mountains. The Columbia River Gorge is a natural wind corridor — conditions there can be dramatically different from surrounding areas.

Oregon Coast

Sneaker waves are the leading cause of ocean drowning deaths on the Oregon coast and occur year-round — including on days when the surf appears completely calm. Stay well back from the water’s edge. Never turn your back on the ocean. Stay off rocks, jetties, and logs at the surf line at all times. Watch for NWS Beach Hazards Statements before any coastal visit. The Columbia River Bar is one of the most hazardous river mouths in North America — always check bar conditions with the U.S. Coast Guard before any crossing attempt.

South-Central Oregon — Lake, Klamath & Harney Counties

This region is among Oregon’s most fire-prone. Red Flag Warnings are common in spring and summer when low humidity, high winds, and dry grass create extreme ignition conditions. The pre-green-up period in late winter and early spring — before new vegetation replaces last year’s dead grass — is particularly dangerous. Even a small spark can start a fast-moving fire. Always check ODF restrictions before any outdoor burning or use of spark-producing equipment.

Central Oregon — Bend, Redmond, Prineville, Madras

Central Oregon’s dry high-desert climate means fire risk arrives early and persists late into the season. Prescribed burns on the Deschutes and Ochoco national forests and the Crooked River National Grassland can produce smoke affecting communities along the Highway 26 and Highway 97 corridors. Check air quality at oregon.gov/deq before extended outdoor activity whenever smoke is visible.

Eastern Oregon

Eastern Oregon faces both wildfire risk and flash flood potential. Summer thunderstorms over the Blue Mountains and Wallowas can produce lightning-caused fires and rapid runoff into steep canyon drainages. Rivers fed by east-slope snowpack — including the John Day, Malheur, Owyhee, and Deschutes — can rise quickly during spring snowmelt events. Check river gauges at water.noaa.gov before recreating near any waterway.

Southern Oregon — Rogue Valley, Medford, Ashland, Grants Pass

Southern Oregon sits in a fire-prone interface zone where forested mountains meet populated valleys. Fire season can begin as early as June and extend into October. Smoke from both Oregon and northern California wildfires regularly affects air quality in late summer. Years with below-average snowpack significantly increase fire risk beginning as early as spring.

WILDFIRE SMOKE & AIR QUALITY GUIDE

Wildfire smoke contains fine particles that penetrate deep into the lungs and cannot be filtered by an ordinary dust mask. Groups at elevated risk include children, older adults, pregnant women, and anyone with heart or lung conditions. Check air quality before any outdoor activity during a smoke event — conditions can change within hours.

Air Quality Index (AQI) — What the Colors Mean

• GREEN (0–50) — Good

Air quality is satisfactory. Outdoor activity is fine for everyone.

• YELLOW (51–100) — Moderate

Sensitive groups should consider limiting prolonged outdoor exertion.

• ORANGE (101–150) — Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups

Children, older adults, and anyone with heart or lung conditions should reduce time outdoors.

• RED (151–200) — Unhealthy

Everyone should reduce prolonged outdoor exertion. Sensitive groups should remain indoors.

• PURPLE (201–300) — Very Unhealthy

Avoid all outdoor activity. Keep windows and doors closed.

• MAROON (301+) — Hazardous

Health emergency conditions. Everyone should stay indoors with windows closed.

Simple indoor air filtration during a smoke event:  Tape a MERV-13 furnace filter to the back of a standard box fan. This creates an effective air cleaner at very low cost and is safe to run with windows closed.

Check current air quality:  Oregon DEQ Air Quality Index  ·  AirNow.gov  ·  OregonAIR Mobile App

NO CELL SERVICE OR INTERNET? USE NOAA WEATHER RADIO

A NOAA Weather Radio receiver broadcasts continuous NWS alerts, weather forecasts, fire weather warnings, and emergency messages 24 hours a day · 7 days a week on 162.400 – 162.550 MHz. It is the most reliable alert system for rural Oregon when cell coverage or internet is unavailable. A dedicated receiver is required — available at hardware and electronics retailers for under $30. Find the transmitter frequency for your location at weather.gov/nwr.

MONITOR & STAY INFORMED — COMPLETE RESOURCE LIST

All resources below are free and publicly available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week unless otherwise noted.

WEATHER — WATCHES, WARNINGS & FORECASTS

NWS Active Alerts — All of Oregon

Every active NWS watch, warning, and advisory currently in effect anywhere in Oregon — in one place. Check here first.

NWS Portland — Western Oregon

Current alerts and forecasts for the Portland metro, Willamette Valley, northern coast, and Columbia River Gorge.

NWS Medford — Southern Oregon

Alerts and forecasts for the Rogue Valley, Klamath Basin, Crater Lake area, and south-central Oregon.

NWS Pendleton — Eastern & Central Oregon

Alerts and forecasts for eastern Oregon, the Blue Mountains, Cascades east slopes, and the central Oregon high desert.

NOAA Marine Forecast — Oregon Coast

Coastal and offshore forecasts, small craft advisories, and Columbia River Bar conditions.

NOAA Weather Radio Frequency Finder

Find your local 162 MHz NOAA Weather Radio frequency. Continuous 24/7 NWS broadcasts — the most reliable alert system when cell coverage or internet fails.

FIRE DANGER, RESTRICTIONS & ACTIVE WILDFIRES

ODF Fire Danger & Burn Restrictions Map

Interactive map — tap or click your location to see your current fire danger level and active burn restrictions. Works on mobile. Check before any outdoor burning.

Oregon Dept. of Forestry — Fire & Weather

Official ODF fire weather forecasts, statewide danger ratings, and fire news and press releases.

Before You Burn — Debris Burning Check

Check daily whether outdoor debris burning is allowed in your area before lighting anything. Debris burning is the leading cause of human-caused wildfires in Oregon.

BLM Oregon & Washington — Fire Restrictions

Fire restrictions for Bureau of Land Management lands. Note: BLM restrictions may differ from ODF restrictions on adjacent land — check both for your location.

InciWeb — Active Oregon Wildfires

Active wildfire locations, acreage, containment status, road closures, and evacuation orders across Oregon.

Northwest Interagency Coordination Center

Regional fire situation reports and preparedness levels for Oregon and Washington.

AIR QUALITY & WILDFIRE SMOKE

Oregon DEQ — Air Quality Index

Real-time statewide air quality readings. Check before outdoor activity during any smoke event — especially for children, older adults, and anyone with heart or lung conditions.

AirNow.gov — Federal Air Quality

Current and forecast AQI by location. Includes smoke forecasts during wildfire events. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week.

OregonAIR Mobile App

Free mobile app for real-time Oregon air quality readings and alerts. Available for iOS and Android.

FLOODING & RIVER LEVELS

NOAA River Levels & Flood Monitoring

Live river gauge readings, flood stage forecasts, and inundation maps for rivers across Oregon. Enter any river name or city. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week.

EMERGENCY ALERTS & PREPAREDNESS

Oregon Emergency Alerts — Sign Up

Register your phone and address to receive county emergency alerts for wildfires, floods, and evacuations directly — without having to seek them out.

Oregon Office of Emergency Management

Statewide emergency preparedness resources, disaster declarations, and guidance for individuals, families, and communities.

Oregon Emergency Management — Make a Plan

Step-by-step guidance for building a household emergency plan, go-bag, and communication strategy before a disaster strikes.

KEY PHONE NUMBERS

Save these numbers before a disaster occurs. Cell networks may be congested during an active emergency.

Life-Safety Emergency

CALL: 911

For anyone experiencing or witnessing an active wildfire, flooding, structure fire, or any immediate threat to life or property.

Mental Health Crisis Line

CALL OR TEXT: 988

For anyone in emotional distress or mental health crisis related to a disaster or evacuation. Free · Confidential · Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week.

Oregon Emergency Management — Duty Officer

CALL: 1-503-378-2911

For local emergency managers and public officials requesting state assistance during an active emergency or declared disaster.

NWS Portland — Western Oregon Recorded Forecast

CALL: 503-261-9246

For anyone in the Portland metro, Willamette Valley, or northern coast. Recorded forecast updated several times daily.

NWS Medford — Southern Oregon

CALL: 541-773-1067

For anyone in southern Oregon or the Rogue Valley seeking a current recorded forecast.

NWS Pendleton — Eastern & Central Oregon

CALL: 541-276-4493

For anyone in eastern or central Oregon seeking a current recorded forecast.

Central Oregon Fire Information Line

CALL: 1-800-523-4737

For anyone in central Oregon seeking current fire danger levels, active burn restrictions, or incident information.

NOAA Weather Radio

162.400 – 162.550 MHz  (receiver required)

For anyone in a rural area without reliable cell or internet coverage. A dedicated weather radio receiver is required — available at hardware and electronics retailers. Find your local frequency at weather.gov/nwr. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week.

PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS YOU CAN TAKE NOW

Sign Up for Emergency Alerts

Register at Oregon Emergency Alert Registration — oralert.gov to receive county alerts for wildfires, floods, and evacuations directly on your phone. Also enable Wireless Emergency Alerts in your phone’s notification settings — these require no registration and can reach you even without data service.

Know Your Evacuation Route

Identify at least two ways out of your neighborhood before a disaster occurs. One route may be blocked by fire or floodwater. Know where you would go and how you would reach family members if you are separated. In a fast-moving wildfire, there may be very little warning time — have your plan ready now.

Build a Go-Bag

Keep a ready bag near your door or in your vehicle during fire season. Include: prescription medications and medical supplies · copies of important documents · phone charger and backup battery · water and food for three days · cash · a change of clothing · N95 masks for smoke protection. A go-bag prepared in advance saves critical time during an emergency evacuation.

For Outdoor Burns — Check Before You Light

Debris burning is the leading cause of human-caused wildfires in Oregon — and any escaped fire can result in full liability for suppression costs, which can reach millions of dollars. Before any outdoor burn, check BeforeYouBurn.com and the ODF Fire Restrictions Map. When in doubt, do not burn.

Turn Around, Don’t Drown

Never drive through a flooded road — even if it looks passable. Just six inches of moving water can knock a person off their feet. Two feet of water can carry away most vehicles. If a road ahead is flooded, turn around and find another route. Most flood-related deaths in Oregon occur in vehicles.

Check on Neighbors

Older adults, people with disabilities, and those who live alone may not receive alerts or may need help evacuating. Check on neighbors before a known hazard arrives in your area.

DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a public courtesy. All resources listed are publicly available through official government agencies. This document is not a product of, nor endorsed by, the National Weather Service, Oregon Department of Forestry, Oregon Emergency Management, or any other agency listed. Content is subject to change — always verify current conditions directly with official sources before making any decisions. This is not a substitute for official emergency broadcasts, professional weather services, or instructions from local emergency management authorities. If a person is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) — free · confidential · available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week. All services listed are free and publicly available.

Oregon Recovery Center Hotline

Reach out.

We’re here for you, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Oregon Recovery Center Hotline is a free and confidential statewide resource that can connect you to harm reduction, treatment, recovery, and supportive services.

Call Now – (833) 975 – 0505
or
Use this Link For Live Chat
https://orrecoverycenterhotline.org/

Connecting you to the services you need.

When you call us or chat with us online, you’ll talk to one of our caring, trained Peer Support Specialists. We can help you decide what kind of services you need by asking you a few questions, and we can connect you to them through your local Behavioral Health Resource Network (BHRN). Learn more about the kind of services available to you

Received a fine for possession?

If you received a citation for possessing small amounts of drugs in Oregon (called a “Class E violation”), you can have the fine waived by calling the Oregon Recovery Center Hotline and completing a health assessment.

1. Call us at (833) 975-0505. Our trained Peer Support Specialists will provide a screening for substance use, mental health and other supportive service referrals you might need.

2. Once the screening is complete, we will refer you to appropriate services.

3. We will email you a letter that confirms you have completed the health assessment. Bring it to court to waive your fine.

Harm reduction

Harm reduction saves lives. These services keep people who use drugs, like fentanyl or alcohol, safe by offering non-judgmental care that improves their quality of life and health, prevents and manages injury and disease, and prevents fatal overdoses. Harm reduction honors the dignity and wellbeing of each person.

Treatment

Treatment combines medical care, like supporting people through withdrawal symptoms or starting medication that helps with cravings, with services that help you learn coping skills. Treatment can happen in an inpatient or outpatient setting, and you and your treatment provider decide together what kind of treatment is right for you.

Recovery

Being in recovery means making changes over time that can help you feel better, live life on your own terms, and work toward reaching your goals. Recovery looks different for everyone and might include medication-assisted treatment, self-help or support groups, recovery coaching, or being part of recovery communities.

Supportive services

A person’s recovery is best supported when they have everything they need to live well. In addition to substance use services, services like housing support, employment assistance, and food insecurity services are also available.

Behavioral Health Resource Networks (BHRNs)

Behavioral Health Resource Networks (BHRNs) are networks of organizations that provide trauma-informed, culturally specific services to people who need treatment and support for substance use concerns. The services they provide include screening for substance use disorder, substance use disorder treatment, harm reduction services, and peer support services. They also screen for health and social service needs, including housing support. Each county and Tribal area in Oregon has at least one BHRN.

1 (800) 604-5841

BlackLine® provides a space for peer support, counseling, witnessing and affirming the lived experiences to folxs who are most impacted by systematic oppression with an LGBTQ+ Black Femme Lens.

Call BlackLine® prioritizes BIPOC
(Black, Indigenous and People of Color).By us for us.

Welcome to Well Connected

Call us directly at 877-797-7299.

Well Connected is a nationwide phone and online community that brings people age 60+
together to learn, laugh, and share experiences from the comfort of home.

Well Connected is a Front Porch service and is free of charge to individual members Front Porch is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering individuals to live connected and fulfilled lives through community and innovation.

This is a community where you can explore, laugh, learn, and share experiences, building caring friendships along the way.

Well Connected is available 365 days a year, free of charge to participants 60 and up.

Call us directly at 877-797-7299.

These programs are available by phone and online, for free, nationwide.
Questions? We’re here to help: 877-797-7299 / [email protected]

GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from a gambling problem.

The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop gambling.

There are no dues or fees for Gamblers Anonymous membership; we are self-supporting through our own contributions. Gamblers Anonymous is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization or institution; does not wish to engage in any controversy; neither endorses nor opposes any cause. Our primary purpose is to stop gambling and to help other compulsive gamblers do the same.”

From the Gamblers Anonymous Website:

Types of Meetings

Closed Meeting:
Only those with a gambling problem, or those who think they may have a gambling problem, and have a desire to stop gambling, may attend and participate.

Modified Closed Meeting:
Same as a “Closed Meeting” but the members would vote to include certain groups such as health professionals, guests attending with first time members, and persons with other addictions in need of a meeting

Open Meeting:
Spouses, family, and friends of the gambler are welcome
to attend and observe the meeting.

Chat:
https://m2.icarol.com/ConsumerRegistration.aspx?org=66046&pid=454&cc=en-US

Gamblers Anonymous:
http://www.gamblersanonymous.org/ga/locations/zip/table/0/na/na/na/21401/50?#gmap-nodemap-gmap0

National GA Telephone Meetings
Day and Time
Call-in Number and Meeting Code
Contact Email

Sunday 6pm PT
1-712-770-5338 code 836083 #
[email protected]

Monday 6pm PT
1-712-770-4925 code 554671 #
[email protected]

Tuesday 6pm PT
1-712-770-4943 code 253824 #
[email protected]

Wednesday 6pm PT
1-712-770-4160 code 611704 #
[email protected]

Thursday 6pm PT
1-712-770-4981 code 872853 #
[email protected]

Friday Noon PT
1-712-770-4979 code 703758 #
[email protected] (TBD)

Friday 6pm PT
1-712-770-4996 code 595094 #
[email protected]

Saturday 6pm PT
1-712-770-5335 code 491301 #
[email protected]

Gamblers Anonymous 12-Steps Virtual Online Support Groups in California:

https://gasteps.org/virtual-meeting-directory

Gamblers Anonymous Support Groups in Oregon:
http://www.gamblersanonymous.org/ga/locations/state/table/OR/na/na/na/na/10?#gmap-nodemap-gmap0

Gamblers Anonymous Hotlines Website:
http://www.gamblersanonymous.org/ga/hotlines

Oregon Toll-Free Hotline Number:
1-855-2CALLGA (855-222-5542)

Gam-Anon for Family and Friends Website:
http://www.gam-anon.org/
http://www.gamblersanonymous.org/ga/content/gam-anon-help-family-friends

How to Use the Friendship Line

Just call. No appointment. No application. No pressure.

Get Started

ALCOHOL AND DRUG HELPLINE

1 – 800 – 923 – 4357

24/7

1-800-426-2537

sms:800GAM

OREGON

LINEA de ESPERANZA

1-800-698-2392

Disponible a las 24 horas

https://ccswebsite.org/warmline

El apoyo intencional de pares (IPS, por sus siglas en inglés) proporciona un marco poderoso para crear relaciones en las que ambas personas aprenden y crecen juntas. IPS se utiliza en todo el mundo en entornos comunitarios, de apoyo entre pares y de servicios humanos, y es una herramienta para el desarrollo comunitario que honra las fortalezas y el valor innato de cada persona. ¿Por qué IPS? Los compañeros se reúnen en torno a experiencias compartidas y, a menudo, el deseo de cambiar vidas. Pero sin un nuevo marco sobre el cual construir, las personas con frecuencia recrean la “ayuda” en función de lo que se les hizo. IPS ofrece una base para hacer algo diferente. Nos enfocamos en construir relaciones que sean mutuas, exploratorias y conscientes del poder. No intentaremos “arreglarlo”, pero nos encantaría conectarnos con usted para escuchar, compartir y aprender con usted a medida que ambos avanzamos en nuestros viajes de vida. Nuestro apoyo de pares confidencial y sin prejuicios comienza con la premisa de que las personas han aprendido a dar sentido a sus experiencias y relaciones a partir de todo lo que han aprendido en sus vidas. Sabemos que esto ha llevado a muchas personas a sentirse indignas, desconfiadas e inherentemente defectuosas. Sin entender cómo nosotros, como individuos, hemos llegado a saber lo que sabemos sobre estar en una relación y el mundo que nos rodea, es probable que tengamos problemas, no solo con angustia emocional, sino también con una lucha continua cuando hay tensión en la relación. o en la propia comunidad.

Postpartum Depression Warmlines

These services provide emotional support, guidance, and connection 24 hours a day.

24/7 Support Resources

Postpartum Support International (PSI)

Availability: Available 24 hours/day

Phone: 1-800-944-4773 (Call) / Text 800-944-4773 (EN/ES)

24/7 phone and text support, peer-led and clinician-moderated groups, multilingual resources, and referrals for postpartum depression, anxiety, and other perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.

Registration Link: https://postpartum.net/

Provider Website: https://postpartum.net/

WellMama Oregon Warmline

Availability: Available 24 hours/day

Phone: 1-800-896-0410

Oregon-based perinatal mental health warmline providing emotional support, peer connection, and navigation to local and statewide services for pregnant and postpartum people.

Registration Link: https://www.wellmama.help/

Provider Website: https://www.wellmama.help/

Perinatal Support of Washington Warmline

Availability: Available 24 hours/day

Phone: 1-888-404-7763

Statewide Washington warmline offering 24/7 emotional support, information, and referrals related to perinatal mental health for parents and caregivers.

Registration Link: https://perinatalsupport.org/

Provider Website: https://perinatalsupport.org/

AARP

SENIOR PLANET

Hoarding Behavior Resources

Clutterers Anonymous (CLA)

12-Step Recovery Program

Proven fellowship providing peer support for overcoming clutter and hoarding behaviors through structured 12-step recovery. Founded in 1989, this program serves nearly 100 active groups across multiple countries using adapted Alcoholics Anonymous principles specifically for cluttering behaviors.

Resource Links

• Primary Website: https://clutterersanonymous.org/
• Meeting Calendar: https://clutterersanonymous.org/meetings/calendar-of-all-events/
• Literature Store: https://clutterersanonymous.org/store/
• Support Groups: Daily phone and virtual meetings worldwide
• Phone Access: (866) 402-6685

Training & Educational Opportunities

• 12-Step Recovery Program Materials
• Quarterly CLArity Newsletter
• Recovery Literature and Workbooks
• Member-Led Support Training

Specialized Resources

• For Individuals: Self-assessment questionnaire, recovery meetings, activity sessions
• For Families: Educational materials about cluttering behaviors
• For Groups: Meeting startup guides and facilitation resources

International OCD Foundation (IOCDF)

Evidence-Based Treatment Resources

Leading organization providing comprehensive, scientifically-validated resources and professional connections for hoarding disorder treatment. Maintains extensive directories of specialized therapists, support groups, and treatment programs with professional oversight and evidence-based approaches.

Resource Links

• Main Hoarding Site: https://hoarding.iocdf.org/
• Family Resources: https://hoarding.iocdf.org/for-families/
• Resource Directory: https://hoarding.iocdf.org/supportgroups/
• Support Groups: Professional and peer-led options available
• Treatment Locator: Searchable database of specialists

Training & Educational Opportunities

• Professional Development Programs
• Webinar Series for Families and Professionals
• Research Publications and Studies
• Clinical Training for Mental Health Providers
• Annual Conference and Educational Events

Specialized Resources

• For Families: Early warning signs guide, family dynamics education, treatment support
• For Professionals: Clinical training, research resources, networking opportunities
• For Individuals: Support group connections, treatment options, educational materials

Hoarders.com Support Network

Professional-Guided Online Community

First online hoarding support platform combining professional expertise with peer understanding through structured weekly meetings. Unique format bringing together professional cleaners, doctors, therapists, and individuals with lived experience.

Resource Links

• Meeting Platform: www.HoardingCleanup.com/chat_room
• Main Website: https://hoarders.com/support-groups-help-for-families/
• Support Groups: Sunday mixed professional/peer, Tuesday peer-only
• 24-Hour Helpline: 1-800-HOARDERS (800-462-7337)

Training & Educational Opportunities

• Professional Q&A Sessions
• Peer Education Forums
• Resource Referral Services
• Community Connection Building

Specialized Resources

• For Individuals: Professional guidance access, peer support options
• For Families: Educational support, guidance resources
• For Professionals: Community engagement opportunities

Multnomah County Resource Hub

Comprehensive Local and National Directory

Extensive resource compilation including cleanup services, safety resources, legal assistance, and practical guidance. Developed by local government to address comprehensive needs related to hoarding situations.

Resource Links

• Main Directory: https://multco.us/info/hoarding-resource-list
• Cleanup Services: Local professional service listings
• Legal Resources: Housing advocacy and rights information
• Safety Resources: Code compliance and protective services

Training & Educational Opportunities

• Buried in Treasures Workshop
• Hoarding Toolkit for Housing Advocates
• Professional Resource Training
• Community Education Programs

Specialized Resources

• For Individuals: Counseling options, cleanup services, downsizing guidance
• For Families: Support services, educational materials
• For Professionals: Training resources, referral networks
• For Communities: Code enforcement, safety protocols

Crisis Resources

24/7 Crisis Support

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call/Text 988 | 988lifeline.org
• Hoarders.com Helpline: 1-800-HOARDERS (800-462-7337)
• Mental Health Crisis Lines: Contact local providers

Additional Resources

Cleanup Services Professional hoarding cleanup companies listed in local directories

Legal Resources Housing advocacy, tenant rights, discrimination support through Legal Aid organizations

Educational Institutions University research programs, academic resources, professional training through major medical centers

Publications “Buried in Treasures” by Tolin, Frost, Steketee “Stuff: Compulsive Hoarding and the Meaning of Things” by Steketee and Frost “The Hoarding Handbook” by Christiana Bratiotis

Contact Hub

Main Resource Directory: https://hoarding.iocdf.org/

Training Portal: https://iocdf.org/

12-Step Program: https://clutterersanonymous.org/

Local Resources: https://multco.us/info/hoarding-resource-list

Senior Chatters – Online Community for 50+

About Senior Chatters:
Senior Chatters is a free, members-only online platform for people aged 50 and over. vv

Join the Community:

1. Go to the registration page: https://seniorchatters.co.uk/register/
2. Enter your email, confirm it, create a password, and choose a nickname.
3. Submit the form to create your account.
4. Log in and start chatting in the chat rooms or private messages.

Key Features:

• Chat Rooms: Real-time conversations with peers in age-specific rooms.
• Private Messaging: One-on-one chats with other members.
• Blogs & Activity Streams: Share thoughts and experiences.
• Photo Albums: Showcase hobbies, travels, or life events.
• Games & Quizzes: Interactive fun to engage with the community.

Safety & Moderation:
Profiles are manually checked to ensure authenticity and a secure environment free from scammers.

Learn More: https://seniorchatters.co.uk/

Senior Chatters – Online Community for 50+

About Senior Chatters:
Senior Chatters is a free, members-only online platform for people aged 50 and over. It allows older adults to connect, socialize, and make friends through chat rooms, private messaging, and community activities in a safe and welcoming environment.

Join the Community:

1. Go to the registration page: https://seniorchatters.co.uk/register/
2. Enter your email, confirm it, create a password, and choose a nickname.
3. Submit the form to create your account.
4. Log in and start chatting in the chat rooms or private messages.

Key Features:

• Chat Rooms: Real-time conversations with peers in age-specific rooms.
• Private Messaging: One-on-one chats with other members.
• Blogs & Activity Streams: Share thoughts and experiences.
• Photo Albums: Showcase hobbies, travels, or life events.
• Games & Quizzes: Interactive fun to engage with the community.

Safety & Moderation:
Profiles are manually checked to ensure authenticity and a secure environment free from scammers.

Learn More: https://seniorchatters.co.uk/

Stitch

Online Community for Adults 50+

About Stitch:
Stitch is a free online platform for adults over 50 to find companionship, join virtual activities, and connect with like-minded peers. It provides a safe, moderated environment for socializing without leaving home.

Join the Community:

1. Visit the Stitch registration page: https://www.stitch.net/app/signup
2. Enter your email, create a password, and provide basic profile details.
3. Verify your account through the confirmation email.
4. Log in to access online groups, virtual events, and messaging features.

Key Online Features:

• Virtual Activities & Events: Participate in online dinners, discussion groups, webinars, and hobby-based meetups.
• Interest-Based Online Communities: Join groups focused on topics like travel, wellness, books, or games.
• Messaging & Forums: Chat with members individually or in group discussions to build friendships online.

Safety & Privacy:
All members are verified to be over 50, and Stitch uses secure encryption to protect personal information.

Learn More: https://www.stitch.net/

Televenda

Televeda offers a range of free, virtual classes designed to promote wellness, creativity, and social connection among older adults. These interactive sessions are accessible from home via any internet-enabled device, with no downloads or passwords required.

Virtual Offerings

• Fitness & Movement: Engage in Zumba Gold, chair yoga, strength training, and Tai Chi classes tailored for all fitness levels. televeda.com

• Creative Arts: Participate in online painting, Zentangle, and creative writing workshops that encourage self-expression and relaxation. televeda.com

• Games & Social Activities: Join in free online bingo, brain games, and book clubs to stay mentally active and socially connected. televeda.com

How to Join

• Create a free account at Televeda to Join use this link:   JOIN CLASS