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Oregon Health Plan / Medicaid
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COVID-19 Specific Resource List
Oregon Health Authority’s COVID Vaccine page link:
UPDATE (4/29/2023)
Nearly 3 years since the COVID-19 pandemic was declared as a PHE (Public Health Emergency), on May 11th, 2023 the country is transitioning away from the emergency phase. Thankfully, reported cases, deaths and hospitalizations have significantly declined.
Link to the United States, Dept. of Health and Human Services FACT SHEET on the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Transition & Roadmap: https://www.hhs.gov/about/news/2023/02/09/fact-sheet-covid-19-public-health-emergency-transition-roadmap.html
We extend our thoughts and hearts to those who experienced losses and difficulties from this collective trauma. We extend our gratitude to those who stepped up to help others in this journey including so many who pivoted to offer online peer support, recovery, wellness activities and other events shared on the PeerGalaxy Calendar. Much work still lies ahead for healing, rebuilding, and applying insights gained.
We are in this together.
Blessings and warm thoughts.
PeerGalaxy Team
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EARLIER Message
Since early 2020, the pandemic of Coronavirus / COVID-19 has led to a variety of changes in the daily lives of so many. “Shelter-in-Place” / “Stay-in-Place” orders were issued by local, state and federal government leaders, along with immediate closure of many schools, parks, fitness centers, restaurants and other businesses except those deemed “Essential” has been a strategy to minimize unnecessary loss of life. Employers have been urged to have employees work from home to the extent possible. “Social Distancing” (better termed “Physical Distancing”) asks people to stay 6 feet or more apart as further precaution. Travel, dining, shopping and other limits have come into effect as well.
The impact of these circumstances is significant. While our hope was for this to be temporary and avoided after distribution of vaccines and boosters, as of early 2022 pandemic challenges continue with virus variants such as “Delta” and “Omnicron”.
There are great opportunities to connect, to look out for one another, and to access peer support and other services by phone, video, and other online modes.
Collectively and individually, we must find ways to cope with and adapt to many challenges and struggles including but not limited to:
- Isolation
- Fear
- Grief
- Uncertainty / Insecurity
- Unemployment / Underemployment / Furloughs
- Work Schedule & Location Shifts (Remote / from Home)
- Essential Services
- Financial Challenges
- Frequent Changes
- Burnout
- Fatigue
- and more
Yet, let us not forget that there is tremendous community spirit, neighborly kindness, solidarity and unity in this shared struggle. There are many opportunities to bless others.
- Heroic Frontline Workers and First Responders
- Kind Deeds / Acts of Kindness
- Peer Support and Wellness Activities by Phone and Online
- Philanthropy / Funders / Donations / Grants
- Corporate Discounts and Giveaways
- Outreach for Neighbors
- Time for Solitude, Centering and Spirituality
- Donations of Food, Goods and Services
- Financial Assistance (Cash, Deferments, etc.)
- Grants and Low-Interest Loans for Small Businesses
- Unemployment Benefits for Self-Employed
- Economic Stimulus Benefits
- Expansion of Healthcare Options
- Creative Problem Solving
There is no shame in asking for assistance.
It gives the opportunity to both bless and receive.
We only need to get through the next moment, not next month or the rest of the year. Yesterday is behind us, tomorrow is in front of us, but we are here today, right now. One moment at a time.
Be gentle with yourself. Remember to take a breath.
Think about the simple, fundamental, basic aspects of living – seeking safety, shelter, water, food and nutrition, breathing, movement, self-awareness and social connection while practicing physical distancing and adhering to other guidelines by leaders.
Identifying and expressing gratitude for things big or small may be beneficial – perhaps air, wind, water, nature, people, art, music, and dance to name a few.
You are valued. You are precious. You are one of a kind with a unique life experience and perspective. We are in this together. Stay safe.
Blessings and warm thoughts.
PeerGalaxy Team
UPDATE (05/11/2023): The United States is transitioning away from the emergency phase.
Link to the United States, Dept. of Health and Human Services’ FACT SHEET on the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Transition & Roadmap: https://www.hhs.gov/about/news/2023/02/09/fact-sheet-covid-19-public-health-emergency-transition-roadmap.html
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Quicklinks for Information Sources (more below):
- State of Oregon – Coronavirus.oregon.gov
- State of Oregon – Legislature News and Press Releases
- State of Oregon – Newsroom – Office of Governor Kate Brown
- Oregon Health Authority (OHA) – COVID Vaccine Page (English or Spanish / En Español) and Dashboard
- U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
- World Health Organization (WHO)
- John Hopkins University Map
- SCMP Infographic “Decoding COVID19”
Oregon (Former) Governor Kate Brown : COVID-19
- Visit this link for latest updates:
- Visit this link for Governor’s Executive Orders:
- Executive Orders
- Executive Order 21-37
- Determination of State of Emergency in Oregon Due to Severe Winter Weather that Includes Snow Accumulation and Sustained Temperatures Below Freezing Across the State
- Executive Order 21-36
- Continuing State Efforts to Support Ongoing COVID-19 Vaccination, Response, and Recovery Efforts; Extending Executive Order 20-03; Rescinding Executive Order 21-15 and Executive Order 21-31
- Executive Order 21-35
- Determination of a State of Drought Emergency in Curry County Due to Lack of Precipitation and Above Average Temperatures and Low Streamflows
- Executive Order 21-37
- Executive Order 21-34
- Invocation of Emergency Conflagration Act for the Patton Meadow Fire in Lake County
- Executive Order 21-33
- Determination of a State of Drought Emergency in Josephine, Linn, and Yamhill Counties Due to Lack of Precipitation, Low Snowpack, Low Reservoir Levels, and Low Streamflow.
- Executive Order 21-32
- Invocation of Emergency Conflagration Act for the Cougar Peak Fire in Lake County
- Executive Order 21-31
- Extending Emergency Regulatory Flexibility for Childare Licensing; Amending Executive Order 21-15.
- Executive Order 21-30
- Extending House Bill 2009’s Mortgage Foreclosure Moratorium Until December 31, 2021
- Executive Order 21-29
- COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement for State Executive Branch
- Executive Order 21-28
- Invocation of Emergency Conflagration Act for the Middle Fork Complex in Lane County
- Executive Order 21-27
- Determination of State of Emergency in the State of Oregon Due to Excessive High Temperatures Causing a Threat to Life, Health, and Infrastructure
- Executive Order 21-26
- Determination of State of Emergency in Benton, Columbia, Clackamas, Curry, Douglas, Gilliam, Grant, Hood River, Jackson, Josephine, Lane, Lincoln, Linn, Marion, Morrow, Multnomah, Polk, Sherman, Umatilla, Wasco, Washington, Wheeler, and Yamhill Counties Due to Excessive High Temperatures Causing a Threat to Life, Health, and Infrastructure
- Executive Order 21-25
- Determination of a State of Drought Emergency in Coos, Lane, and Lincoln Counties due to Lack of Precipitation, High Temperatures, and Low Streamflow
- Executive Order 21-24
- Invocation of Emergency Conflagration Act for the Elbow Creek Fire in Wallowa County
- Executive Order 21-23
- Invocation of Emergency Conflagration Act for the Grandview Fire in Jefferson County
- Executive Order 21-22
- Invocation of the Emergency Conflagration Act for the Bootleg Fire in Klamath County.
- Executive Order 21-21
- Invocation of Emergency Conflagration Act for the Jack Fire in Douglas County
- Executive Order 21-20
- Directing State Agencies to Support Communities in Drought by Curtailing Nonessential Water Use, Implementing Water Conservation Measures, and Encouraging Drought Resiliency
- Executive Order 21-19
- Invocation of Emergency Conflagration Act for the Sunset Valley Fire in Wasco County
- Executive Order 21-18
- Invocation of Emergency Conflagration Act for the Wrentham Market Fire in Wasco County
- Executive Order 21-17
- PROCLAMATION OF STATE OF EMERGENCY DUE TO IMMINENT THREAT OF WILDFIRE
- Executive Order 21-16
- Determination of a State of Drought Emergency in Grant, Umatilla, Union, and Wasco Counties Due to Lack of Precipitation, Unusually Low Snowpack and Streamflow
- Executive Order 21-15
- Rescinding all Remaining Covid-19 Restrictions; Continuing State Efforts to Support Ongoing Covid-19 Vaccination, Response, and Recovery Efforts
- Executive Order 21-14
- Extending House Bill 2009’s Mortgage Foreclosure Moratorium until September 30, 2021
- Executive Order 21-13
- Determination of a State of Drought Emergency in Crook, Harney, Malheur, Sherman, and Wallowa Counties Due to Lack of Precipitation and Unusually Low Snowpack and Streamflow.
- Executive Order 21-12
- Determination of a State of Drought Emergency in Deschutes and Jefferson Counties Due to Lack of Precipitation and Unusually Low Snowpack and Streamflow.
- Executive Order 21-11
- Determination of a State of Drought Emergency in Baker, Douglas, Gilliam, Morrow, and Wheeler Counties Due to Lack of Precipitation and Unusually Low Snow Pack and Streamflow.
- Executive Order 21-10
- SEVENTH EXTENSION OF EXECUTIVE ORDER 20-03 AND COVID-19 STATE OF EMERGENCY
- Executive Order 21-09
- DETERMINATION OF A STATE OF DROUGHT EMERGENCY IN LAKE COUNTY DUE TO LACK OF PRECIPITATION AND UNUSUALLY LOW SNOW PACK AND STREAMFLOW.
- Executive Order 21-08
- Determination of a State of Drought Emergency in Jackson County Due to Unusually Low Snow Pack, Lack of Precipitation, Low Streamflow, and Low Reservoir Levels
- Executive Order 21-07
- Determination of a State of Drought Emergency in Klamath County Due to Unusually Low Snow Pack and Lack of Precipitation
- Executive Order 21-06
- Ordering Public Schools to Offer Fully On-Site or Hybrid In-Person Instruction, Requiring All Schools to Continue to Comply with Health and Safety Protocols to Control COVID-19
- Executive Order 21-05
- Sixth Extension of Executive Order 20-03 and COVID-19 State of Emergency
- Executive Order 21-04
- Extending Executive Order 21-02 for Clackamas, Marion, Multnomah, Polk, and Yamhill Counties
- Executive Order 21-03
- Declaration of Abnormal Disruption of the Market Due to Winter Storms
- Executive Order 21-02
- Determination of State of Emergency in Benton, Clackamas, Hood River, Linn, Marion, Multnomah, Polk, Washington, and Yamhill Counties Due to a Severe Winter Storm that Includes Heavy Snow and Ice Accumulations, High Winds, Flooding, and Landslides
- Executive Order 21-01
- Determination of State of Emergency in Clatsop, Curry, Hood River, Lincoln, Multnomah, and Tillamook Counties Due to a Severe Winter Storm that Included High Winds, Heavy Rain, Flooding, and Landslides
- Executive Order 20-67
- Fifth Extension of Executive Order 20-03 and COVID-19 State of Emergency
- Executive Order 21-34
- Governor Kate Brown Announced:
- Effective January 15, 2021
- Updated Risk Levels for Oregon Counties
- Next update January 26, 2021 with Warning Week between transitions
- See Covid.Oregon.Gov for updates
- Governor Kate Brown Announced:
- Effective December 3, 2020
- Executive Order EO-66 replaces EO-65 and EO-22
- Guidance for the Public, Employers, and Sectors
- Establishing Risk Level Metrics
- Enforcement including but not limited to fines per day
- Governor Kate Brown Announced:
- Effective November 18 through December 2, 2020
- Temporary Freeze to Stop the Rapid Spread of COVID-19
- Executive Order 20-65
- “The situation is dire, and requires an urgent, immediate, and decisive response to quell the current surge in COVID-19 infections, before it is too late.”
- Concerns of Hospital access to care due to rapid spread, exceeding capacity
- No more than 6 people from no more than 2 households for gatherings
- Remote work from home with few exceptions
- Reduced grocery and other settings
- Gyms closed for time being
- Check for other details
- Effective November 18 through December 2, 2020
- Governor Kate Brown Announced:
- Effective November 11, 2020
- Governor Kate Brown Announced:
- Effective October 23, 2020
- Extending COVID-19 Housing Protections for Agricultural Worke
- “[E]xtended COVID-19 protections for agricultural workers in employer-provided housing through the off season… addresses requirements related to physical distancing, sanitation, and isolation… to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19 among Oregon’s agricultural workers, farmers and ranchers, and surrounding communities. ‘Agricultural workers have continued to go to work during this pandemic so that Oregon families can put food on the table…”
- Extending COVID-19 Housing Protections for Agricultural Worke
- Effective October 23, 2020
- NEW Governor Kate Brown Announced:
- Effective September 28, 2020
- Temporary Moratorium on Residential Evictions for Nonpayment in Response to COVID-19 and Wildfire Emergencies
- “The ongoing threat of COVID-19, the need for students to have a safe and stable place to learn, and the additional challenges presented by fire response mean that housing stability remains critical to Oregon’s response to the COVID-19 and wildfire emergencies…it is necessary to Oregon’s emergency response to keep a state eviction moratorium… consistent with the timeline of the CDC’s federal eviction moratorium and Oregon’s mortgage foreclosure moratorium.”
- Temporary Moratorium on Residential Evictions for Nonpayment in Response to COVID-19 and Wildfire Emergencies
- Effective September 28, 2020
- Governor Kate Brown Announced:
- Effective September 1, 2020
- Extends COVID-19 State of Emergency for 60 Days
- “Labor Day weekend marks critical moment to prevent outbreaks at beginning of school year”
- Extends COVID-19 State of Emergency for 60 Days
- Effective Monday August 31, 2020
- Effective September 1, 2020
- Governor Kate Brown Announced:
- Effective Friday July 24th, 2020
- Children ages 5 and up must wear masks outside their homes: https://govstatus.egov.com/or-covid-19
- Information on masks and face coverings: https://govstatus.egov.com/or-oha-face-coverings
- Have a disability concern regarding masks and / or face coverings?
- Check out the Disability Issues Brief The ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) and Face Mask Policies issued July 30th 2020 by the Southeast ADA Center and Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University:
- https://www.adasoutheast.org/ada/publications/legal/ada-and-face-mask-policies.php
- Children ages 5 and up must wear masks outside their homes: https://govstatus.egov.com/or-covid-19
- Effective Friday July 24th, 2020
In addition:
Bars and restaurants must close by 10pm PST until further notice.
Gatherings at indoor venues such as gyms, churches, restaurants, etc. are limited to 100 people (previously 250 people). Masks required in gyms. Indoor household social gatherings are limited to 10 people. Outdoor venues still can host up to 250 people though people still need to practice safe distancing 6′ or more.
Effective Wednesday, July 15, 2020
- 1) Statewide Ban on Indoor Social Gatherings Over 10 People (e.g. book clubs, potlucks, birthday parties, etc.), and,
- 2) Oregon Face Coverings Outdoors where people cannot maintain a physical distance of at least 6 feet away from persons you do not live with.
- Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pqcE_5vxZaY
- Governor Kate Brown called a special session of the Oregon State Legislature
- Convened on June 24, 2020 with focus on Police Accountability and COVID-19 / Pandemic related legislation
- Legislation passed. See list of bills.
- Visit: https://www.oregonlegislature.gov/bills_laws/listbills/CurrentSessionBills.html
- A-Engrossed (likely did pass)
- Introduced (likely did not pass)
- Visit: https://www.oregonlegislature.gov/bills_laws/listbills/CurrentSessionBills.html
- Governor Kate Brown Announces Seven (7) Oregon Counties where Persons over age 12 must wear face masks (with a few exceptions) starting Wednesday, June 24, 2020
- Visit Guidance Document, June 2020 (PDF Format)
- Governor Kate Brown Announces 7-day Pause on Applications of Counties Reopening (June 12, 2020)
- Press Briefing by Gov Brown (YouTube Video)
- Visit https://coronavirus.oregon.gov
- Governor Kate Brown Announces Phase 2 of Building a Safe and Strong Oregon (June 3, 2020)
- Press Briefing by Gov. Brown (YouTube Video)
- Full Remarks (PDF Format)
- Press Release by Gov. Brown (PDF Format)
- Reopening Oregon – Safe Reopening with a Scientific Framework – Important Information County by County Contacts, Dates, Business Requirements etc. (May 14, 2020)
- Press Briefing by Gov. Brown YouTube Video (May 14, 2020)
- Presentation on Reopening YouTube Video (May 7, 2020)
- SafeStrongOregon.org – Information in 12 languages (May 18, 2020)
- Building a Strong and Safe Oregon main site
- Here is Governor Kate Brown’s Detailed Roadmap to Reopen Oregon (April 23, 2020) by Oregon Live News
- Executive Orders in 8 languages
- Information & Resources main site
- Questions and Answers main site
- A Look Inside the OEM (Office of Emergency Management) Command Center in Salem by KPTV News
- Oregon Governor Kate Brown issues Guidance for Lifting Order on Non-urgent Medical Procedures (April 23, 2020) on My Oregon News. “Procedures may resume May 1, 2020 with safeguards in place.”
- Governor Kate Brown Announcement: Lifting Ban on Non-Elective Surgery April 23, 2020 (PDF format)
- Framework for Restarting Non-Emergent and Elective Procedures in Hospitals and Ambulatory Surgical Centers (PDF format)
- Framework for Restarting Non-Emergent and Elective Procedures in Medical and Dental Offices (PDF format)
Oregon Speaker of the House Tina Kotek : COVID-19
OHA (Oregon Health Authority) : COVID-19
- Oregon Health Authority COVID-19 Updates and Resources for the Community
- Subscribe to receive updates.
- Google Translator available at bottom of OHA page for Alternate Languages
- Association of Oregon Counties (AOC)
- Multnomah County : COVID-19
- Dashboard for Reopening (May 14, 2020)
US Federal Government : COVID-19
- Coronavirus.gov
- Benefits.gov Coronavirus Resources
- White House Coronavirus Guidelines
- English (PDF format)
- Spanish / En Español (PDF format)
- SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Association : COVID-19
- Get information on SAMHSA Coronavirus / COVID-19 Response
- Disaster Distress Helpline
- Call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.
- Tips For Social Distancing, Quarantine, and Isolation During an Infectious Disease Outbreak
USA.GOV : Government Response to COVID-19
- Overview of federal agencies’ responses, benefits, grants and more
- Health and Safety
- Travel, Immigration and Transportation
- Money and Taxes
- Education
- Scams and Fraud
- Benefits and Grants
- Housing
- Federal Buildings and National Parks
- Voting and Elections
- Courts
- Communications
- Business
- International Cooperation
- Cybersecurity
- Federal Workforce
WHO (World Health Organization) : COVID-19
- Emergency Outbreak: Coronavirus Disease COVID-19 Pandemic features rolling updates, guidance, and more
- Health Topic: Coronavirus features overview, symptoms and more
- FAQ / Questions and Answers
- Technical Guidance and Science Briefs
Apple Screening Tool : COVID-19 features state lookup, testing information and mor
211.org features information and resource links, searchable by zip code
- CALL 211 or 1-866-698-6155
- TEXT your zip code to 898211 (TXT211)
- EMAIL help@211info.org
- HOURS 7 days per week, 8am-11pm
- OregonHelps
Oregon Food Access and COVID-19
- Information on SNAP (food stamps), meal sites, food pantries, resources, and more
- Spreadsheet for Resources for Immigrants, Refugees, etc.
Oregon ADRC (Aging and Disabilities Resource Center) : COVID-19
Rose City Resources “RCR” Online by Street Roots (Tri-County: Clackamas, Multnomah, Washington)
Vision Action Network (Washington County, Oregon) : COVID-19 Resources
State of Oregon DHS (Department of Health and Human Services) : COVID-19
- COVID-19 Resources for Food, Cash, Childcare, Employment, etc.
- Coronavirus / COVID-19 information in multiple languages, multi-lingual, including sign language and over 22 more
- Coronavirus / COVID-19 information
- Interim Guidance
- Business Resources
- Culturally-Specific Behavioral Health Resources
Mac’s List (Portland, Oregon) : COVID-19
Racial Equity Tools : COVID-19
- COVID-19 Resources translated into 50 languages
- Help and information for immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers during the crisis
- COVID-19 Resources and Information for People in the Disability Community based out of Chicago, IL
SEE ALSO: Telephone Crisis Support, Therapy Support, and other categories
911 (Emergency Response)
- DIAL 911 NOW if you or someone is experiencing a medical emergency or imminent danger
- Tell the operator the emergency and your location
- If you are unsure about calling 911, it is usually best to call 911
- If you don’t believe it is an emergency but feel it is a serious matter, call the non-emergency police or sheriff
If you are concerned about somebody’s safety or wellbeing, you can request a “welfare check” - Open 24 / 7 / 365
211 (Information and Resource Referral)
- DIAL 211 ANYTIME or visit 211info.org to access information about resources
State of Oregon, Oregon Health Plan (OHP): Coronavirus / COVID-19
- Find Local Healthcare Help
- Get Care Without Leaving Your Home (PDF Document) English. Spanish / Espanol.
- FACT SHEET: OHP during Coronavirus / COVID-19 pandemic. (PDF format). English. Spanish / Espanol.
- You may be able to access the Oregon Health Plan during this pandemic. Find out more.
- Excerpt(s)
During this national emergency, it’s important that you have access to the health care you need. The Oregon Health Plan is free health coverage for those who qualify.
You can get OHP even if you have been denied in the past.
Applying for OHP is easier than before. Apply today at ONE.Oregon.gov or call 800-699-9075. Wait times may be long.
You can also get free help from a local community partner. Find a community partner in your area.
- Excerpt(s)
US Department of Veterans Affairs : COVID-19
- VA Public Health Response to Coronavirus Disease – COVID-19
- Veterans FAQ – What Veterans Need to Know About COVID-19
- Access and Manage VA Benefits and Care
- Prescription Assistance for Diabetes Medications during Coronavirus / COVID-19 Pandemic
- Website: https://www.insulinhelp.org/
Prescription Help : COVID-19
- NeedyMeds Website / (800) 503-6897
- Medicare Limited Income Network (LI NET) – Emergency Meds
- Excerpt(s): At the pharmacy, you will need to show you’re on Medicare, attest to being low-income, and have less than a three-week supply* of drugs on hand.
- Medicare Info Sheet (PDF format)
- Ask your local pharmacy / pharmacist or primary care provider or clinic
- NAMI offers a COVID-19 Guide see pages 14-17
Healthwell Foundation “When Insurance is Not Enough” : COVID-19
Need Food Now?
Call 211 and/or visit online 211info.org and ask for meals or food boxes or food pantries in your area. Or text your zip code to 898211. Or email: help@211info.org
Oregon Department of Human Services (DHS) : COVID-19
- Food and Benefits Get Help Now
- Online SNAP Application for Benefits Apply Today
Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon : COVID-19
Oregon Department of Education (ODE) Child Nutrition : COVID-19
Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) : COVID-19
- Up to $384 for eligible families with children in May/June (may be added to Oregon Trail Card)
- KPTV News Story on P-EBT
- Oregon Press Release (May 05, 2020)
- The Families First Coronavirus Response Act of 2020, has provided additional funding available to families whose children would receive free or reduced price meals under the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act if not for the COVID-19 school closures. The Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) will provide additional funding on a per student basis for families to spend on qualifying food purchases in their community. P-EBT funds go directly to eligible children to bring food into their household. This program helps alleviate food insecurity and increase local spending at the same time. If your student was receiving meals at no charge in school this year before the COVID-19 closure, there is no action needed. ODE is requesting data from all public, public charter, and private schools who qualify.
- FAQ for Schools
- FAQ for Parents
- Application to apply for Free or Reduced price meals
- List of Participating Schools for Pandemic EBT
Oregon Summer Meals for Kids and Teens Ages 1-18 : COVID-19
- Oregon Summer Meals Map – Over 800 Sites for Summer Meals and Meals during COVID-19 for Students
For immediate needs, call 211
Renters Rights Hotline by Community Association of Tenants
- Call 503-288-0130
- Website: https://www.oregoncat.org/renters-rights-hotline
- Know Your Rights: https://www.oregoncat.org/know-your-rights
- Email: hotline@oregoncat.org
- Excerpt(s): “We do not give legal advice or provide rental assistance funds.”
- Monday 1-5pm PST
- Tuesday 6-8pm PST
- Wednesday 1-5pm PST
- Friday 1-5pm PST
- Saturday 1-5 PST
- Oregon Tenant Protection Rights during COVID-19 – One Pager (PDF Format)
- English
- Spanish / Espanol
- Excerpt(s):
- Free legal information from Legal Aid Services of Oregon & Oregon Law Center (updated April 9, 2020)
- 1) It is illegal for a landlord to give you an eviction notice or a notice of violation for non-payment of rent, non-payment of fees, or non-payment of utilities between now and June 30th. You need to tell your landlord as soon as possible that you cannot pay your rent. If you cannot pay your rent now, you will need to pay it after June 30, 2020.
- 2) It is illegal for a landlord to charge you a late fee for any kind of nonpayment between now and June 30, 2020.
- 3) It is illegal for a landlord to give you a no-cause notice between now and June 30, 2020.
- 4) It is illegal for your landlord to file for an eviction based on non-payment or a no-cause notice between now and June 30, 2020.
- 5) Your local government may have protections. Tell your landlord in writing if you’ve lost income due to COVID-19, and send written proof of loss of income as soon as possible.
- 6) If you live in subsidized housing, your landlord cannot give you an eviction notice based on non-payment until at least July 26, 2020. Your landlord has to give you at least a 30-day notice after July 26, 2020.
- Additional online resources
- For more information on tenant rights in Oregon visit:
- Free legal help for low-income Oregonians. If you are low-income and need legal help related to
your housing, you may be able to get free legal assistance from a legal aid attorney. To find your local legal aid office, visit https://oregonlawhelp.org//resource/oregon-legal-aid-offices
Oregon Governor Kate Brown: COVID-19
- Executive Order 20-11
- Executive Order 20-12
- Stay Home, Save Lives: Ordering Oregonians to Stay at Home, Closing Specified Retail Businesses, Requiring Social Distancing Measures for Other Public and Private Facilities, and Imposing Requirements for Outdoor Areas and Licensed Childcare Facilities (PDF format)
- Web accessible version (HTML format)
- Signed effective on March 23, 2020
- Clarifying Guidance on EO 20-12: Relating to Oregonians Experiencing Homelessness and Organizations Providing Services to Low-Income Oregonian issued March 27, 2020
- Consistent with OHA COVID-19 Shelter Guidance issued March 9, 2020
- Consistent with OHA and DHS Recommendations for Unsheltered Homelessness issued March 11, 2020
- Executive Order 20-13
State of Oregon, Oregon Housing and Community Services: COVID-19
- Wealth of resources, information, links and more
US Federal Government Agencies: COVID-19
- HUD (Housing and Urban Development)
- HUD Coronavirus / COVID-19 Resources and Fact Sheets
- COVID-19 Response and Homelessness: An Action and Resource Guide
- FAQ for HUD Assisted Residents last updated March 13, 2020 (PDF Format)
- COVID-19 FAQs for Public Housing Agencies v2 last updated March 31, 2020 (PDF format)
- Questions and Answers for Multifamily Housing Stakeholders COVID-19 Reference last updated April 16, 2020 (PDF format)
- Mortgage Relief for Homeowners with FHA Insured Loans last updated April 17, 2020 (PDF format)
- FHFA (Federal Housing Finance Agency)
- CFPB (Consumer Financial Protection Bureau)
- Phone: 211
- Website: https://www.211info.org
- Tenant Rights
See also Financial Assistance. See also Farm, Farm Worker, Rural Community Resources and other categories.
- Oregon Utilities Companies Extend Service During COVID-19 Outbreak
- Energy Assistance Programs in Oregon
- Auto Insurance Refund – Several auto insurance companies have been working with the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation within DCBS to provide auto insurance premium refunds and credits to Oregonians. The refunds and credits are due to the reduced risk of auto accidents because of Governor Kate Brown’s Stay Home, Save Lives executive order. DFR also asked all insurers to provide temporary private passenger auto insurance coverage for drivers delivering food, prescriptions, and other products for their employers.
- Auto Insurance Company List participating in Refund (PDF format)
- Ask you auto insurance provider!
- Dial 211 and ask about utility assistance
ODA (Oregon Department of Agriculture) : COVID-19
- Small Farms, Local Food, and COVID-19
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Oregon Human Development Corporation : COVID-19
- Oregon Human Development Corporation (OHDC)
- Helps participants enroll for the Oregon Worker Relief Fund benefit
- The Oregon Worker Relief Fund
- Temporary financial support for those that are falling through the cracks during our current pandemic.
- Help to provide financial relief to Oregonians that cannot access public benefits. Many Oregonian immigrants fall under classifications that make them ineligible for unemployment insurance (UI). For instance, many Oregonians operate as independent contractors or are ineligible for public benefits due to their immigration classification.
- Dial 1-855-215-6158
- Select language (1 for English, 2 for Spanish).
- Next, select menu option 1 for Oregon Worker Relief Fund.
USDA (U.S. Department of Agriculture) : COVID-19
- Farmers.gov
- USDA COVID-19 Federal Rural Resource Guide (PDF format)
- Coronavirus / COVID-19 FAQ and USDA Actions to Respond
- Rural Development COVID-19 Response See immediate response opportunties list
- Animal Wellbeing and Stress Management
FB (American Farm Bureau) : COVID-19
FELS (Farm Employers Labor Service) : COVID-19
FLAG (Farmers Legal Action Group) : COVID-19
Center for Dairy Excellence : COVID-19
NFU (National Farmers Union) : COVID-19
NSAC (National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition) : COVID-19
Oregon Justice Resource Center (OJRC) : COVID-19
- COVID-19 Resources and Information
- Positive Cases in Jails & Prisons
- Surveys
- Writings
- Advocacy (e.g. Compassionate Release)
- Press Releases and Media Advisories
- Letters
- Legal Actions in Oregon and Elsewhere
- Sample Motions
- Media Coverage
- Officials Updates and Protocols
- Court
- Other
State of Oregon, Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) : COVID-19
- Inside OYA – Oregon’s Juvenile Justice Agency : COVID-19
- Protecting Youth in Facilities
- Moving Youth to the Community
- McClaren Wish List
State of Oregon, Oregon State Hospital (OSH) & Psychiatric Security Review Board (PSRB) : COVID-19
State of Oregon, Department of Corrections (DOC) : COVID-19
- COVID-19 Response (Visiting Suspended)
- COVID-19 Tracking
- FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
- Communications Library (Videos, etc.)
US Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
- ExOffenders.net ReEntry Assistance Programs in Oregon
- Mercy Corps ReEntry Transition Center
- SE Works’ Road to Success is an Oregon Department of Corrections program for inmates who are six, or fewer, months away from their release dates.
- Northwest Regional ReEntry Center program with housing, food and job assistance
- VOA (Volunteers of America) Oregon has “Portland Partners Re-Entry Initiative” (PPRI), a transition program for adults to transition from prison back to the community.
- WorkSource Oregon assists with Employment
National Public Radio (NPR) & Oregon Public Broadcasting (OPB)
SEE ALSO: Family / Parent / Caregiver Support, Early Childhood, Education and other categories
State of Oregon, Department of Human Services (DHS) : COVID-19
- COVID-19 Resources for Food, Cash, Childcare, Employment, etc.
- ERDC (Employment Related Day Care) Temporary COVID-19 Related Changes
- Foster Parent Support Line (by 211info.org)
- Call 211
- Toll-Free: 1-866-698-6155
- SMS Text: foster to 898211
- Email: foster@211info.org
- Webpage: https://www.211info.org/family
- Report child abuse at 1-855-503-SAFE (7233)
- Oregon Child Welfare COVID-19 Resources
- Contact Your Local Child Welfare Office
- Oregon Foster family or Youth in Foster Care – Share Your Need
- Support a Foster Family Need in Your Neighborhood
Oregon Early Childhood Learning & Childcare : COVID-19
Shared by an Oregon Foster Parent:
- Paid FMLA (Family Medical Leave Act) / OFLA (Oregon Family Leave Act) and Sick Leave are huge!
- See OFLA (Oregon Family Leave Act) plus info on federal FMLA (Family Medical Leave Act)
- See Emergency Rulemaking of OFLA dated 03-18-2020 (PDF format)
- See Oregon Sick Time
- See Oregon Military Family Leave Act
- See Coronavirus and Workplace Laws
- Oregonian workers can call BOLI (Bureau of Labor and Industry) at 971-673-0761 or email mailb@boli.state.or.us.
- Oregon employers can call BOLI (Bureau of Labor and Industry) Technical Assistance hotline 971-673-0824 or email bolita@boli.state.or.us
- The state has temporarily eliminated the copay and raised the income limits of qualifying for ERDC (Employment Related Daycare)
Children First For Oregon (CFFO) : COVID-19
Child Welfare League of America (CWLA) : COVID-19
- Great resources especially after scrolling halfway down the page
- Coronavirus / COVID-19 Information and Resources
- Coronavirus / COVID-19 Emergency information and assistance for young people in and from foster care
HealthyChildren.org : COVID-19
- Caring for Children in Foster Care During COVID-19 from the American Academy of Pediatrics
National Center for Housing and Child Welfare (NCHCW) : COVID-19
- Coping with COVID-19, Housing and Economic Security for Former Foster Youth in College (PDF format). As Schools Close Dorms & Facilities in Response to COVID-19, Former Foster Youth are at Risk of Homelessness: Here’s what we can do.
Oregon Foster Youth Connection (OFYC) : COVID-19
- COVID-19 Resources including online connections, virtual meetings and more
- Child Welfare COVID-19 Command Center houses resources and guidance for foster care individuals and organizations affected by the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Website: https://www.thinkof-us.org/
- The latest resources, guidance, and insights to protect foster youth and their families including videos, offers for college foster youth and more
- Resources and information on topics affecting youth and how supportive adults can help, including mental health information and additional resources
Youth Law Center (YLC) : COVID-19
- COVID-19 Resources YLC advocates to transform foster care and juvenile justice systems across the nation so every child and youth can thrive. Justice is love, nurturing and opportunity. Safety and shelter are never enough for children and youth in foster care and the juvenile justice system.
- YLC’s Emergency Planning for Transition Age Youth in Foster Care (PDF format)
- YLC’s Emergency Planning for Youth in Congregate Care (PDF format)
PeerGalaxy Calendar features Online Peer Support Groups, Virtual Meetings, Events and Wellness Activities and resources for Mental Health Recovery and Wellness from a variety of communities, peer run organizations, programs and individuals
Oregon Recovery Network features Online Recovery Support Groups, Virtual Meetings, Events and Wellness Activities and resources for Addictions Recovery and Wellness from a variety of communities, peer recovery organizations, programs and individuals. Need to talk to someone? Click here.
PeerGalaxy Calendar features FREE telephone- and online-accessible Peer Support, Recovery Support, and Wellness Activities resources plus Warmlines, Webinars, Special Events and Consumer Input Opportunities for all people seeking wellness and/or recovery from grief, stress, distress, trauma, addictions (including but not limited to SUD substance use disorder, problem gambling, criminalism, etc.), mental health, etc. The PeerGalaxy Calendar highlights offerings from a variety of communities, peer run organizations, programs and individuals.
Oregon Recovery Network features telephone- and online- Recovery Support resources for Addictions Recovery and Wellness from a variety of communities, peer recovery organizations, programs and individuals. Need to talk to someone? Click here
911 (Emergency Response)
- DIAL 911 NOW if you or someone is experiencing a medical emergency or imminent danger
- Tell the operator the emergency and your location
- If you are unsure about calling 911, it is usually best to call 911
- If you don’t believe it is an emergency but feel it is a serious matter, call the non-emergency police or sheriff
If you are concerned about somebody’s safety or wellbeing, you can request a “welfare check” - Open 24 / 7 / 365
- Open 24 / 7 / 365
- Connect with a Crisis Counselor regarding Coronavirus / COVID-19 or other matters
- Wait time goal under 5 minutes but may be longer
- SMS Text: HOME to: 741741
- Website (English): https://www.crisistextline.org/
- Facebook Messenger (English): https://www.messenger.com/t/crisistextline
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – Need to Talk to Someone? Concerned about Someone?
- Open 24 / 7 / 365
- Toll-Free (English): 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
- Toll-Free (español): 1-888-628-9454
TTY: 1-800-799-4TTY (4889) - Website (English): http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org
- Website (español): http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/gethelp/spanish.aspx
- Find a Local Crisis Line: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/our-crisis-centers/#section-4
Oregon Suicide Prevention Crisis Centers by County
- Hours: 24 / 7 / 365 open with timely response is goal but may vary
- Website: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/ph/PreventionWellness/SafeLiving/SuicidePrevention/Pages/crisislines.aspx
- Open 24 / 7 / 365
- SMS Text: 838255
- Toll-Free (English): 1-800-273-TALK (8255) and press 1
- Toll-Free (español): 1-888-628-9454 and press 1
- TTY: 1-800-799-4TTY (4889)
- Website: https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/
National Domestic Violence Hotline – Need to Talk to Someone Safely? Concerned about Someone?
- Open 24 / 7 / 365
- Toll-Free (English): 1-800-799-7233
- Toll-Free (español): 1-800-799-7233 ask
- TTY: 1-800-787-3224
- Video Phone Only for Deaf Users: 1-206-518-9361
- SMS Text: LOVEIS to 22522 (Remember: Love is Respect)
- SMS (español): “Hablanos” al 22522
- Website (English): https://TheHotline.org
- Website (español): https://espanol.thehotline.org/
- Toll-Free: 1-855-503-SAFE (7233)
- Web Page: https://www.oregon.gov/DHS/CHILDREN/CHILD-ABUSE/Pages/Reporting-Numbers.aspx
- Web Page: State of Oregon Department of Human Services (DHS) COVID-19 Resources
SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Agency)
- Disaster Helpline – Need to Talk to Someone? Trained Crisis Counselors Answer.
- Open 24 / 7 / 365
- Toll-Free: 1-800-985-5990 (English and español)
- SMS Text: TalkWithUs to 66746
- SMS (español): “Hablanos” al 66746
- TTY: 1-800-846-8517
- Website (English): http://www.disasterdistress.samhsa.gov
- Website (español): https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline/espanol
- SAMHSA Disaster Technical Assistance Center
- Toll-Free: 1-800-308-3515
- Email: DTAC@samhsa.hhs.gov
- Website: http://www.samhsa.gov/dtac
- SAMHSA National Helpline – Need Information? Treatment Referral?
- Open 24 / 7 / 365
- Toll-Free: 1-800-662-HELP (Treatment Referral Information in English and español)
- Website: http://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
- SAMHSA Treatment Locators
- Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator
- Open 24 / 7 / 365
- Toll-Free: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
- Website: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov or https://findtreatment.gov
YouthLine Oregon – Teen to Teen Crisis Help by Phone and Text
- Open 24 / 7 / 365
- Teens respond on Weekdays, Monday-Friday, from 4pm-10pm PST if/as available
- Slogan “We Listen. We Chat. We Keep it to Ourselves.”
- Adults respond at other times
- Service of Oregon’s Lines for Life.
- Toll-Free: 1-877-968-8491
- SMS Text: teen2teen to 839863
- Website: https://oregonyouthline.org/
- Document: Coronavirus / COVID-19 (PDF Format)
YouthEra – Trained peer support specialists for young adults
- Hours vary by platform
- Virtual Drop Ins via Discord on Weekdays Monday-Friday from 3pm-6pm PST
- Streaming via Twitch on Weekdays Monday-Friday from 10am-1pm and 6pm-10pm PST
- One on One Peer Support by Appointment
- Phone: 971-334-9295
- Website: https://www.youthera.org
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheYouthERA/
- Excerpt(s): All YE direct service staff receive specific training to support youth in crises virtually, create safety plans, and connect to resources as needed.
Trevor Project – For LGBTQ2si young adults
- Open 24 / 7 / 365
- Toll-Free: 1-866-488-7386
- SMS Text: START to 678678.
- Website: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help-now/
Note: Resources may be accessible for free, low cost, or sliding scale fee while others may have a cost, and some may be willing to bill insurance so you may want to ask first. Be sure to confirm that the provider is licensed to treat you at your location.
You may want to start by talking to a trained crisis counselor at the SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Hotline: 1-800-985-5990
- Small groups
- Therapists
- Events
- Salons – Small Groups of 6-8 persons
Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation / COVID-19 FREE Virtual Therapy Support
- This campaign was named after the father of actress Taraji P. Henson who is offering virtual or tele-therapy by licensed, culturally competent clinicians to black communities affected by COVID-19. Up to five (5) sessions, exclusive to individuals and families experiencing a life-changing event(s) related to or triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic. First come, first serve until all funds are exhausted. Online Application.
- Free, Pro-Bono Therapy for eligible COVID-19 Front-Line Workers in over 35 states
- Shared Harvest, a Los Angeles-based social enterprise launches myCovidMD® and myCovid19.live – a free telehealth and online portal that together, safely connect residents to resources in real-time, by real people.
- The initiative is powered by Community Health Partners (CHPs), a volunteer citizens task force created to reach people that are uninsured, underinsured, homeless and or displaced from a medical home due to Covid-19 and nation-wide quarantine.
- The myCOVIDMD app will build upon existing telemedical and video communication platforms, in order to deploy an emergency response that is culturally competent and inclusive in its approach to mobilizing volunteers, engaging marginalized communities, building better financial health in the midst of crisis, and minimizing poor mental health outcomes.
- Volunteer CHPs will facilitate 10-minute video screening calls through the telehealth platform with the objective of providing Covid19 screening, wellness and mini-mental health assessments, and matching callers with a Crisis Buddy for future real-time news updates, and offer compassion to those who are sick and shut-in. The program will also target services for the homeless population and for persons reliant on shelters.
- In exchange for volunteering, CHPs will be able to accumulate credits towards their student loans or deposit credits towards an Emergency Savings account. Shared Harvest will seek to have deposit and loan credits matched by financial partners and foundation grants. CHP volunteers will be rewarded up to $5,000 in student debt relief or $2500 deposited into an Emergency Savings Account.
- Mentioned in GirlTalkHQ magazine article (2020 Apr 13) GIRL ON A MISSION: 3 Black Female ER Doctors Launch Free Telehealth Service For Marginalized Communities To Deal With COVID-19
- myCovidMD Sponsor a City
- Doctors. Therapists. Specialists.
- Have a doctors visit online, 24/7, using your computer, tablet or phone.
- Call 1-844-SEE-DOCS (1-844-733-3627)
- Mentioned in Review Article by Wirecutter
- Website
- Free chat
- Therapists $150/month
- Support Groups from many organizations including but not limited to: DBSA (Depression Bipolar Support Alliance), NAMI (National Alliance for Mental Illness), Women’s Postpartum Recovery, and more!
SEE ALSO: Child Welfare / Foster Families/ Foster Care
The National Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health (FFCMH)
- COVID-19 Resources for Parents – Extensive Collection
- COVID-19 Crisis Resources
- Website: https://www.ffcmh.org/covid-19-resources-for-parents
National Parent Helpline (Parents Anonymous) – Asking for Help is a Sign of Strength
- Open Weekdays 10am-7pm PST / 1pm-10pm EST
- Toll-Free: 1-855-4A PARENT / 1-855-427-2736
- Website: https://www.nationalparenthelpline.org/
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) : COVID-19
- COVID-19 Information
- COVID-19 Resource and Information Guide
- Helpline call Toll-free (800) 950-6264 during Weekdays, Monday-Friday, 7am-3pm PST / 10am-6pm EST
- Find your local NAMI
MHA (Mental Health America) : COVID-19
- Resources and Information – general information on mental health and COVID-19, medication access and more
- Resources for Parents such as talking to kids about COVID-19 without passing on anxiety
- Resources for Caregivers such as finding support, self-care, taking care of someone at home
- Guide: Peer, Friend and Self-Support during the COVID-19 Crisis (PDF format)
Partnership for a Drug-Free Kids – Get 1:1 support in English or Spanish
- FREE Confidential one-on-one support with specialists in English or Spanish / espanol
- Toll-Free: 1-855-378-4373
- SMS Text: 55753
- Website: https://drugfree.org/article/get-one-on-one-help/
- Webpage: COVID-19 Response : Online and Remote Resources for Addiction Recovery Support
Oregon Family Support Network – Families supporting families
- FREE Confidential support
- Hours vary
- Toll-Free: 1-800-323-8521 for Parents only
- Website: https://www.ofsn.net
- Reach-Out for Family Support, Toll-Free: 1-833-REACH-OR / 1-833-732-2467
- Reach-Out operates Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 12pm-7pm PST except holidays
- Reach-Out for Family Support, Website: https://www.reachoutoregon.org
- Web page: COVID-19 Teen Specific Resources
- Web page:
- LIVE Daily Video Chats with Expert Clincians via Facebook at 7am and 1:30pm PST / 10am EST and 4:30pm EST: https://www.facebook.com/ChildMindInstitute/live/
- COVID-19 Resources for Parents
- Website: https://childmind.org/coping-during-covid-19-resources-for-parents/
State of Oregon, Department of Human Services (DHS) including Child Welfare / Foster Care
- COVID-19 Resources for Food, Cash, Childcare, Employment, etc.
- ERDC (Employment Related Day Care) Temporary COVID-19 Related Changes the state has temporarily eliminated the copay and raised the income limits of qualifying for ERDC (Employment Related Daycare)
- Foster Parent Support Line (by 211info.org)
- Call 211
- Toll-Free: 1-866-698-6155
- SMS Text: foster to 898211
- Email: foster@211info.org
- Webpage: https://www.211info.org/family
- Report child abuse at 1-855-503-SAFE (7233)
- Oregon Child Welfare COVID-19 Resources
- Contact Your Local Child Welfare Office
- Oregon Foster family or Youth in Foster Care – Share Your Need
- Support a Foster Family Need in Your Neighborhood
SEE ALSO: other categories of resources and assistance such as 211
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY, call 911.
Oregon Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence (OCADSV)
- Find Help Online – Search by Location, Language, or other features
Immigrant and Refugee (IRCO) : COVID-19
- RIFS Hotline: 1-503-445-1446
- Phone: 1-503-234-1541
- Website: https://www.irco.org
- Services offered in many languages in Multnomah County
- Support groups
- Legal advocacy
- Economic justice and financial advocacy
- Services for children and youth
- Confidential advocacy, safety planning, and referrals to other services
Immediate need services are still being provided on a case by case basis.
SEI (Self Enhancement Initiatives)
- Anti-Domestic and Sexual Violence (ADSV)
- Hotline: 1-503-972-3698
- Phone: 1-503-285-0439
- Email: healingspace@selfenhancement.org
National Domestic Violence Hotline : COVID-19
- Staying Safe During COVID-19
- For any victims and survivors who need support call, text, or visit this website anytime 24/7/365:
- Call Toll Free 1-800-799-7233 (English and Spanish)
- Call Toll Free 1-800-787-3224 TTY
- If you’re unable to speak safely, or if you want to, you can visit the website thehotline.org
- If you’re unable to speak safely or if you want to, you can send an SMS text message LOVEIS to 22522.
SAMHSA : COVID-19
Mandatory social distancing has impacted the ability of people to grieve the loss of loved ones in traditional ways, in the company of support. Several organizations are now offering bereavement groups online to offer comfort, support, and “grief tools” to those who have lost loved ones to the COVID-19 virus.
MHAW (Mental Health and Wellness) : COVID-19
- Bereavement Groups starting May 19, 2020
- Online Support Groups
- Beginning Monday, March 30, in the face of the pandemic outbreak, Mourning Hope began providing FREE online grief support groups for adults and youth ages 10+. These are open, ongoing groups hosted weekly via Zoom, an online video conferencing platform. New members are welcome to join at any time, and new dates will continue to be added. All groups are free to attend, but pre-registration is required in order to receive the invitation link to participate.
- Grief Resources amidst COVID-19
- Grief Articles and Webinars amidst COVID-19
- A Pandemic of Grief May Hit in COVID-19’s Aftermath
- Life and Loss are Indivisible: Learning to Grieve for Losses Great and Small is a Critical Skill
- How the Coronavirus has Changed the Way We Grieve
- How to Support Someone Grieving When You Can’t Be With Them
- 10 Ways You Can Support Someone Grieving During the Coronavirus Crisis
- Processing Grief During a Pandemic, When Nothing is Normal
- 8 Reasons Your Grief Feels Worse Right Now
- Making Funerals Meaningful in the Age of COVID-19
- Anticipatory Grief Resources
- $2 What’s Your Grief Guide to Impending Loss. You can view it online. Email: whatsyourgrief@gmail.com
- Grief Resource Library (English & Espanol)
- Grief Resources – AMAZING!! Links to many organizations
- Helping a Child – Tips and links (English & Espanol)
- Helping a Friend – Tips
Resources for Suicide Loss Survivors
Alliance of Hope for Suicide Loss Survivors
- Website: https://allianceofhope.org/
- Find Support
- Forum for Peer Support
- Thousands of loss survivors come together in our online forum to exchange information, understanding, and hope. This healing space, available 24/7, is moderated by a mental health counselor and trained volunteers.
AFSP (American Foundation for Suicide Prevention)
- I’ve Lost Someone
- Find a Support Group (Search by Zip Code)
- Children, Teens, and Suicide Loss Booklet
- College Campus Postvention Guide (PDF Format)
- Workplace Postvention Guide (PDF Format)
TAPS (Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors)
- Grief Support for Military and their Family
- I am a Survivor – Join TAPS Family
- National Survivor Helpline: 800-959-TAPS (8277)
- Suicide Loss Support
- Suicide Postvention Model
- TAPS TALKS VIDEO (May 14, 2020): Mourning Your Loss when the Whole World is Grieving
- TAPS TALKS Webinar Archive
- Online Community
- Virtual Sessions / Chats
- Stories
Resources for Parents Grieving Loss of a Child
Heal Grief – Providing Community, Support and Connections
- Grieving the Death of a Child
- Adult Virtual Support Groups (Ages 30+, $10.50)
Red Nose Grief and Loss – Guiding Light (Formerly SIDS & KIDS)
- Website: https://rednosegriefandloss.org.au/
- Supporting you on your journey after the death of a child
- With over 40 years’ experience supporting grieving individuals and families, we understand the sudden or unexpected death of a baby or young child is one of the most difficult experiences any person will face.
- This website has been developed to connect individuals and families to a range of support options, useful resources and information.
- Peer and Family Support Section including Library
- Peer and Family Supporters
- Parents who are a few years past their loss are eligible to participate in our Peer Supporter Training Program.
- The training builds upon existing knowledge and skills acquired by those who have experienced the devastating impact of the death of a child.
- Families can choose what type of support they want – support from a professional or a trained parent (peer) supporter or both.
Resources for Children Grieving Loss
- Website: https://www.dougy.org
- Email: help@dougy.org
- Phone: 503.775.5683
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/thedougycenter/
- The National Center for Grieving Children & Families — Because No Child Should Have to Grieve Alone
- Grief During COVID-19 – Tip Sheet (PDF Format)
- Additional COVID-19 Resources
- Finding the Right Words when someone in your Community has died of COVID-19 (PDF Format)
- Supporting Grief in a Global Health Crisis
- School & Community Kit
- Supporting Children and Teens when someone is Dying in a Hospital or Care Facility (PDF Format)
- Bookstore – Read, Listen and/or Watch
Resources for Young Adults Grieving Loss
Heal Grief – Providing Community, Support and Connections
Resources for Teachers Supporting Students
The National Center for School Crisis and Bereavement / Los Angeles Children’s Hospital
- Website: https://www.SchoolCrisisCenter.org
- Phone: 1-877-53-NCSCB (1-877-536-2722)
- Email: info@schoolcrisiscenter.org
- Email Requesting for Help: helpnow@schoolcrisiscenter.org
- COVID-19 Pandemic Resources
- Supporting Grieving Students During a Pandemic – A Guide to Using the Coalition to Support Grieving Students materials (PDF format)
- Educator Presentation (26 minutes)
- Parent Presentation (15 minutes)
- Healthcare Provider (22 minutes)
- Resources and Guides
- Online Resources
The Coalition to Support Grieving Students
- Website: https://www.GrievingStudents.org
- Phone: 1-877-53-NCSCB (1-877-536-2722)
- Email: info@GrievingStudents.org
- Email Requesting for Help: helpnow@GrievingStudents.org
- Talking with Children
- What Not to Say
- Providing Support Over Time
- Peer Support
- Order FREE Materials
- Grief Sensitive School Initiative
- Practical Considerations
- Reactions and Triggers
- Professional Preparation & Self Care
- Crisis and Special Circumstances
- Additional Resources (Booklets, Guides, Handbooks, Articles)
Resources for Health Care Providers
Serious Illness Conversations : COVID-19
- Serious Illness Conversations Web Site
- Specific Phrases & Word Choices that can be Helpful when Dealing with COVID19 (PDF format)
- Includes a Guide to Virtual Family Meetings
- Includes Helpful Responses to Families During Times of Restricting Visiting
CAPC (Center for Advancing Palliative Care) : COVID-19
- FAQ Frequently Asked Questions during COVID-19
- Virtual Office Hours – Online Events
- Excerpt(s):
- COVID-19 Virtual Office Hours are open to all.
Virtual Office Hours are small-group consulting calls with leading subject matter experts.
Experienced faculty will answer your questions on a wide variety of challenging topics.
Stay for the whole hour, or hop on, hop off.
“It has been a revelation to know there is a means of connecting with people and hearing their experiences, and being able to draw on those to inform our practice going forward.” – Virtual Office Hours attendee from Mount Sinai Hospital
- Excerpt(s):
AACN (American Association of Colleges of Nursing) : COVID-19
- ELNEC (End of Life Care [Nursing Education Consortium]) Support for Nurses During COVID-19
- Excerpt(s):
- A Voice for Nursing (Blog)
- Dorothy Wholihan, DNP, AGPCNP-BC, ACHPN, FPCN, FAAN is a national ELNEC faculty member who lives and works in New York City. She is a professor of nursing in the palliative care nurse practitioner program at the NYU Meyers College of Nursing with a clinical practice on the palliative care team at the JJ Peters VA Medical Center. During the pandemic, she is also volunteering as a palliative care telehealth consultant with patients and families within the HHC city hospital system. Dorothy connects and mentors’ students, alumni and colleagues throughout the city, bearing witness to and learning from nurses struggling valiantly to provide the best nursing care possible during impossible times.
- Check back weekly as Dorothy provides a “Voice for Nursing” from the COVID Surge on a regular basis, to help prepare, inspire and support colleagues throughout the country with challenges faced and creative approaches developed by nurses on the frontline. We encourage anyone to respond with dialogue and best practices which she can incorporate into her commentary. Dorothy can be reached by email at dw57@nyu.edu.
- Stay strong! Be proud! Be heard as the Voice of Nursing for patient-centered care!
- Additional Resources for Nurses and those working in health care available, organized by tag
- Serious Illness Care COVID-19 Response Toolkit (Website) (ZIP archive format)
- Topics on this page include:
- Video role play of conversation
- Patient-facing guide for COVID-19, in partnership with the Conversation Project
- VitalTalk – COVID Ready Communication Playbook – Translated to many languages
- Patient Resources
- Inpatient
- Outpatient
- Telehealth Communication Tips
- Recommendation Aid
- Care Planning Resources
- COVID-19 Letter to Patients
- COVID-19 Conversation Guide for Crisis Standards
- Webinars
- Topics on this page include:
ANA (American Nursing Association) Enterprise / Nursing World : COVID-19
- COVID-19 Resource Page
- Wellbeing Initiative – tools, links
- Nurses Together Conversations Signup via Zoom
- FREE Moodfit App (get code)
- Moodfit, a mobile app is customized for nurses to support you with wellness goals. You can set your goals using best-practice methods such as mindfulness meditation, breathing exercises, lifestyle tracking (sleeping and nutrition) and set up reminders at times appropriate for you.
- FREE Happy Warmline App (website)
- If you find yourself wanting to talk with someone after a challenging shift, relieve yourself of stressful thoughts, or rebuild your resilience with emotional support the Happy App warm line can help. The Happy team, a wellness company, adapted its Happy App specifically for nurses tackling daily life and death decisions, anxiety, stress, fear, and isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic. This easy-to-use smart phone app connects you 24/7 and you can speak one-on-one with a Support Giver team member from the comfort and privacy of your home.
- Links
- Clincial Information – What You Need to Know
- Legislative and Regulatory Advocacy
AMDA (American Medical Directors Association) / PALTC (Post-Acute and Long-Term Care) : COVID-19
- COVID-19 Resources
- FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) (PDF Format)
- Helping Health Care Workers – Self Care Resources from The Foundation for PALTC Medicine
- AMDA Guidance and Resources
More info coming soon…
General information
- COVID-19: Peer Support and Crisis Communication Strategies to Promote Institutional Resilience (PDF format) (Webpage).
- Citation: Wu AW, Connors C, Everly Jr. GS. COVID-19: Peer support and crisis communication strategies to promote institutional resilience. Annals of Internal Medicine. 2020 Apr 06. doi:10.7326/m20-1236.
- Excerpt(s):
- To address the negative psychological impacts faced by healthcare workers during the COVID-19 crisis, the authors of this commentary recommend three strategic principles for healthcare institutions responding to the pandemic:
- Encourage leadership to focus on resilience
- Ensure that crisis communication provides both information and empowerment
- Create a continuum of staff support within the organization to address a surge in mental health concerns among healthcare workers.
- To address the negative psychological impacts faced by healthcare workers during the COVID-19 crisis, the authors of this commentary recommend three strategic principles for healthcare institutions responding to the pandemic:
- New Research Reveals Peer-Based Connection Supports Healing, Growth After Loss. Landmark study identifies best practices for successful peer-to-peer connections. (Webpage). (PDF format).
- Citation: Bartone, Paul & Bartone, Jocelyn & Violanti, John & Gileno, Zaneta. (2017). Peer Support Services for Bereaved Survivors: A Systematic Review. OMEGA – Journal of Death and Dying. 80. 003022281772820. 10.1177/0030222817728204.
- Excerpt(s):
- While grief is a normal response to death and loss in human beings, some individuals experience severe and debilitating grief. Complicated grief was recognized in the 1990s as a prolonging of the normal grief process that impairs the mental and physical health of its sufferers. While there is some disagreement as to diagnostic criteria, it was included in DSM-51 as “persistent complex bereavement disorder.” Prevalence estimates for complicated grief in the general population range from 2.4%2 to 3.7%3 to 4.8%. Among the bereaved prevalence is higher, ranging from 10% to 40%.
- Bartone’s analysis of the literature and interviews yielded eight best practices. Successful peer support programs should:
1. be easily accessible and quick to respond;
2. be confidential;
3. provide a safe environment for the survivor;
4. provide a peer supporter who closely matches the survivor in life experience;
5. carefully select peer supporters in order to assure their suitability for the role;
6. partner closely with mental health professionals;
7. provide thorough training for peer supporters; and
8. assure that peer supporters are monitored and cared for. - This systematic literature review assesses the evidence regarding benefits of peer support services for bereaved survivors of sudden or unexpected death.
- Reports were included that addressed peer support services for adults who experienced death of a family member, close friend, or coworker.
- Of the 32 studies meeting all inclusion criteria, most showed evidence that peer support was helpful to bereaved survivors, reducing grief symptoms and increasing well-being and personal growth. Studies also showed benefits to providers of peer support, including increased personal growth and positive meaning in life. Several studies addressed the growing trend of Internet-based peer support programs, finding that these are beneficial in part due to their easy accessibility. Peer support appears to be especially valuable for survivors of suicide loss, a result that may be related to stigma and lack of support from family and friends experienced by many suicide survivors.
- The reviewed studies provide consistent evidence that peer support is beneficial to bereaved survivors.
- TAPS (Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors) resource and information helpline 1-800-959-7288 (TAPS).
- The Buddy Group – Peer Support for the Bereaved (Website) (PDF Format)
- Citation: Riley, S. G., Pettus, K. I., & Abel, J. (2018). The Buddy Group – Peer Support for the Bereaved. London journal of primary care, 10(3), 68–70. https://doi.org/10.1080/17571472.2018.1455021
- Excerpt(s):
- We describe in this paper the story of the ‘Buddy Groups’ for bereaved people that were set up at Weston Hospicecare in 2008 and have endured ever since. The group have helped bereaved people to find meaning and value despite their grief. We observed that, through the strength of the relationships formed, people were able to recover well. Group members reported back to us the significant value they placed on being in a Buddy Group.
- We describe a peer support group approach to bereavement which has the potential to be applicable broadly to the population and at low cost. The outcomes from the group are positive and will hopefully provide a springboard for further developments.
- SAMHSA Training and Technical Assistance : COVID-19
- Handout – Featuring hotlines, upcoming webinars and other resources (PDF Format)
- National Council for Behavioral Health : COVID-19
- COVID-19 Office Hour Series – Opportunities for Peer Support Workers, Supervisors, and Programs to discuss the strengths, challenges, and opportunities for equipping Peer Support Workers to be effective the COVID-19 response. April 14, 2020.
More to come…
Oregon Early Childhood Learning & Childcare : COVID-19
- ERDC (Employment Related Day Care) Temporary COVID-19 Related Changes the state has temporarily eliminated the copay and raised the income limits of qualifying for ERDC (Employment Related Daycare)
SEE ALSO: Internet Access
Oregon Department of Education
- Web page: COVID-19 Resources
- Web page: Distance Learning for All featuring many resources for parents and staff
- Oregon’s Extended School Closure Guidance
- Spring 2020 – Distance Learning for All – Ensuring Care, Connection and Continuity of Learning for All (PDF Format)
- April 2020 – Special Education FAQ re: School Speech Language Pathology Telehealth (PDF Format)
- April 2020 – Graduation Pathways (PDF format)
National Center for School Mental Health (NCMSH)
- Web page: COVID-19 Resources
UPDATE: Xfinity / Comcast offering FREE Wi-Fi Hotspots around Oregon during pandemic.
- Find wi-fi hotspots closest to you by entering a zip code
- Learn more about security with videos and other information
Common ways to access the Internet / World Wide Web include:
- Wired or Wireless devices (e.g. laptops or tablets with wireless adaptors built-in or peripheral, smart phones, flip phones, etc.)
- Public settings with free WI-FI service networks such as public libraries, coffee houses, restaurants and other sites. Password may be required.
- Private settings with secured WI-FI service networks such as office buildings, residences, school campuses, etc.
- Residental settings with secured WI-FI service networks such as shelters, households, etc.
- CAUTION / WARNING / NOTE: Public WI-FI networks are NOT SECURE and should not be used for accessing or transmitting banking, credit card, social security, unemployment or other secure, sensitive information.
- You may need to identify the network and request a password.
- Dial-Up Modem Service
- DSL Service
- Cable TV Broadband Service
- Satellite Dish Service
- Cellular Service with Data Plans which may or may not include Mobile Hotspot service for nearby devices
- Other services
Internet service providers may offer discounts, deferred payments, or other special offers.
If your child is in school, and needs internet access for schoolwork, be sure to ask the teacher, the school or the school district for assistance to obtain internet access for homework, distance learning, and more.
- COVID-19 Resources for Internet Access
Additional Tips:
Don’t let providers try to upsell you. Make it clear you are only interested in the free/low-cost options available right now to help your children do their schoolwork online.
If you’re speaking to a customer service representative and they’re encouraging you to sign up online, insist they help you over the phone if you lack internet access currently.
Assistance is available in other languages by all of these companies. If you need to speak to a representative in another language, don’t be afraid to ask.
If you’re asked to provide a credit card number to participate in free or discounted promotions, make sure you clarify what the card will be used for, what amount will be billed and when it will be billed. Find out the exact date when you will be billed, note it down, and be sure to cancel the special service before this date.
Several individuals called/chatted with CenturyLink and all were told that they are not offering a program of this kind. We don’t recommend reaching out to them as it might be a waste of your time.
- Call 855-846-8376
- Website: https://www.xfinity.com
- Internet Essentials is a low cost option
- You may qualify if you:
- Are eligible for public assistance programs such as the National School Lunch Program, Housing Assistance, Medicaid, SNAP, SSI, and others.
- Live in an area where Comcast Internet Service is available.
- Are not an existing Xfinity Internet customer and have not subscribed to Comcast Internet within the last 90 days.
- Have no outstanding debt to Comcast that is less than one year old.
- Families with outstanding debt more than one year old may still be eligible.* *Due to the Coronavirus emergency, households with outstanding debt owed to Comcast may be eligible for Internet Essentials. We are waiving this qualification if you are approved by 5/13/20. After 5/13/20, standard eligibility rules apply.
- Signing up is easy and fast from your mobile device, go to: https://apply.internetessentials.com/
- Apply online by April 30th
- You may qualify if you:
- Call Toll-Free: 800-234-9473
- Website: https://www.lifeline.org
- Lifeline is a federal program and legitimate option that may lower your monthly bill for phone and internet if eligible based on criteria (e.g. income, SNAP or Medicaid eligibility etc.). You may have to provide proof in documents. Call or visit the website to apply. Some internet providers (like Verizon) may ask you to show you’re Lifeline eligible to use their low-cost or free options.
- Call Toll-Free: 866-861-6075
- Website: https://www.att.com
- May offer two months free service to new customers who sign up by April 30th.
- Call Toll-Free: 800 417 3849
- Website: https://www.verizon.com
- New customers who qualify through the Lifeline program may receive $20 off any Fios Home Internet Mix & Match plan.
- Call Toll-Free: 844-488-8395
- Website: https://www.cox.com
- May qualify for one free month of Connect2Complete service, then $9.95/month each month after that
Business Oregon (and Commision) – Economic Development Agency
- Oregon Interactive Broadband Map with data from the FCC (Federal Communication Commission)
- Oregon Interactive Broadband Map Tutorial
- Website: https://www.highspeedinternet.com/or
- Free or Low-Cost Options
- Features coverage maps and list of Oregon providers of high speed internet, searchable by zip code and more
Oregon Department of Justice, Consumer Protection
- Website: https://www.doj.state.or.us/consumer-protection/phone-internet-tv/internet-providers/
- Internet Providers
- Complaints
OVMA (Oregon Veterinary Medical Association)
- Coronavirus / COVID-19 FAQs for all sorts of animals and/or pets
- Main website: https://www.oregonvma.org
US Federal Government Agencies
> CDC (Centers for Disease Control) : COVID-19
- If you have animals… COVID-19 for all sorts of animals and/or pets
- Pet Safety in Emergencies Links to find Pet Friendly Hotels and more
- Disaster Prep Emergency Checklist for Pets (PDF format)
- Disaster Prep Emergency Boarding Information Worksheet for Pets (PDF format)
- Interim Guidelines for Animal Health and Control of Disease Transmission in Pet Shelters
> DHS (Department of Homeland Security), CISA (Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency)
- Identifying Critical Infrastructure during COVID-19
- Animal Food is part of Food and Agriculture sector
- Guidance on the Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce
- Excerpt(s): Workers supporting groceries, pharmacies, convenience stores, and other retail (including unattended and vending) that sells human food, animal and pet food and pet supply, and beverage products, including retail customer support service and information technology support staff necessary for online orders, pickup, and delivery
> FDA (Food and Drug Administration), CVM (Center for Veterinary Medicine) : COVID-19
- Animal Health & Safety and the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update: FDA Helps Facilitate Veterinary Telemedicine During Pandemic
> FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Association)
- Caring for your pet
- Article in Pet Food Processing mentioning FEMA coordination with FDA (Food and Drug Administration) and DHS (Department of Homeland Security) for Pet / Animal Food
Other Organizations
AKC (Amerian Kennel Club) : COVID-19
- Coping With Coronavirus COVID-19: Resources, ideas, advice, and fun to help dog-lovers, owners, and want-to-be’s deal with the crisis – Great resources, tips for protecting your pets in a crisis, kids activities, indoor games and more
- Binge watch AKC TV LIVE
American Humane Society : COVID-19
- COVID-19 FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
- State and National Financial Resources trouble affording, check here
- Veterinary Care Resources trouble affording, check here
- Emergency Grants / COVID-19 Relief Fund for Shelters
AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association) : COVID-19
CCI (Canine Companies for Independence)
- COVID-19 Updates
- Launches LIVE Puppy Cam for assistance dog training going live on April 27th, 2020 7am-8pm PST. Sign-up online.
GDF (Guide Dog Foundation) : COVID-19
- Through its volunteer-driven RedRover Responders (formerly the Emergency Animal Rescue Service or EARS), RedRover shelters and cares for animals displaced by natural disasters and other crises in the United States and Canada.
- If you need sheltering assistance:
- Call Toll-Free: (800) 440-3277 or
- Visit Website: redrover.org
- If you need emergency basic pet care and other needs related to COVID-19
English version
Spanish version / En Español
See also Utilities and Help Paying with Bills. See also Farm, Farm Worker, Rural Community and other categories.
Oregon State Legislature (OSL) : COVID-19
- Emergency Checks:
- https://emergencychecks.oregon.gov/
- In August 2020, OSL passed emergency $500 assistance for people in need who qualify, first come first serve as funds are available.
- Note: as of 8/21/2020 funds ran out until further notice.
State of Oregon, Department of Human Services : COVID-19
- Food, Cash, Childcare
- Other Cash or Financial Assistance Resources
- Vocational Rehabilitation
- May assist with employment related expenses for persons with disabilities (e.g. adaptive furniture or devices). Assistance will vary based on the individual’s situation.
- Domestic Violence
- For families whose safety is at risk due to domestic violence. Most often this is when domestic violence survivors are fleeing domestic violence or are at risk of returning to an abusive situation. Can help pay for:Relocation costs. For example, deposits for rent and utilities, replacement of items left behind like clothes and furniture. Also, items that help address safety. For example, new locks, security cameras or post office boxes. Assistance will vary based on the individual’s situation.
- For safety planning, referrals to local programs and to find service providers:
- Contact Call to Safety through email or by calling 1-888-235-5333
- See Oregon Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence
The National Domestic Violence Hotline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can contact an advocate:
- By phone at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233), or 1-800-787-3224 (TTY)
- Through the Hotline website chat feature
Oregon Human Development Corporation : COVID-19
- Oregon Human Development Corporation (OHDC)
- Helps participants enroll for the Oregon Worker Relief Fund benefit
- The Oregon Worker Relief Fund
- Temporary financial support for those that are falling through the cracks during our current pandemic.
- Help to provide financial relief to Oregonians that cannot access public benefits. Many Oregonian immigrants fall under classifications that make them ineligible for unemployment insurance (UI). For instance, many Oregonians operate as independent contractors or are ineligible for public benefits due to their immigration classification.
- Dial 1-855-215-6158
- Select language (1 for English, 2 for Spanish).
- Next, select menu option 1 for Oregon Worker Relief Fund.
Community Action Partnership of Oregon : COVID-19
Eligible individuals may receive an economic stimulus check or direct deposit. The IRS will issue the stimulus to persons with bank deposit information from prior tax refunds if available. Otherwise the IRS may issue checks in batches over the coming weeks and months, starting the week of April 13, 2020. Update: Key Dates for Economic Stimulus Payments by Washington Post, Tuesday, April 28, 2020.
It’s here! IRS Where is My Economic Stimulus Check or Deposit? app / webpage at: https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/get-my-payment. WHIO Article: IRS Launches Site that Allows You to Find Out When You Get Yours.
Non filers – If you did not file taxes for 2018 or 2019, you can fill out information for the IRS at this site: https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/non-filers-enter-payment-info-here
Beware of Scams that ask for your bank information.
You can visit the FTC Coronavirus page, file an FTC Complaint online and sign up for consumer alerts
Visit the Consumer Financial Bureau: Guide to COVID-19 Economic Stimulus Checks
- Insights and links if/how the economic stimulus payments impact Social Security payments, Medicaid Benefits, etc.
Link: http://oregonsupportservices.org/2020/04/13/resource-round-up-economic-impact-covid-19-stimulus-payments/
NEW Websites:
- State of Oregon, Employment Department,Unemployment Web Site
- Step by Step Guides & Videos (including several Q&A webinars to date)
NOTE: Some unemployment cases in Oregon reportedly may not be resolved or paid for weeks or months to come. The Oregon State Legislature has an emergency session on July 14, 2020 to consider a $500 advance payment for those who have filed but not received unemployment benefits. Stay tuned for updates.
NOTE: Many resources are available on a time-limited or first-come, first-serve basis until they run out so do not delay! Act today!
NOTE: Sole Proprietors / Self-Employed Independent Contractors may be eligible for a special unemployment benefit named Pandemic Unemployment Assistance “PUA”. Step by Step Filing Instructions. See Oregon Employment Department.
State of Oregon, Employment Department : COVID-19
- Don’t give up even if you cannot get through, keep trying!
- NEW State of Oregon, Employment Department, Unemployment Website:
- NEW Unemployment Claim Step by Step Guides
- COVID-19 Resources and Relief for Workers Affected by the Coronavirus / Cares Act
- includes flowchart, resources, answers to common questions, multiple languages
- Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) Press Release dated April 10, 2020 (PDF Format)
- To file an online claim for unemployment benefits, go to Oregon.gov/employ or call 1-877-FILE-4-UI (877-345-3484).
- For help finding jobs and training resources, contact your local WorkSource Oregon center or go to WorkSourceOregon.org.
- Equal Opportunity program — auxiliary aids and services available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Contact: (503) 947-1794. For people who are deaf or hard of hearing, call 711 Telecommunications Relay Services
- Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) Q&A with Senator Gelser
- Q: I already tried to apply for benefits and was denied, but I got a PIN Number. What should I do?
- A: If you’ve already applied and filed weekly benefit claims and got a PIN number, you should apply at this site: http://workinginoregon.org/pua/en/ This will allow you to complete your certification process.
- Q: What if I haven’t yet applied for benefits, or I never got a PIN number?
- A: If this is your initial claim, your application for benefits can be found here: https://govsite-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/kHv8vCL0RTyR2O0AbfQe_PUA%20Application%20-%20English.pdf
- Q: How do I know if I am eligible for these benefits under PUA?
- A: The following individuals are eligible under this program:
- Self-employed, 1099 contract workers and gig workers
- Employees whose wages weren’t reported for unemployment insurance
- Employees who didn’t earn enough wages or work enough hours for regular unemployment benefits
- Individuals who were about to start work but could not
- A: The following individuals are eligible under this program:
- Q: What is the benefit level?
- A: The minimum weekly benefit is $205 and can range up to a maximum of $648 depending on your income level. Everyone eligible for PUA will receive at least $205 a week.To go beyond the $205 a week minimum, the individual must have earned at least $16,480 in the 2019 tax year and provide proof of income for the most recent tax year.
- Q: If I am eligible for PUA, can I get the additional $600 a week I have heard about?
- A: Yes. All applicants eligible for PUA will also received $600 from the Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation fund. Individuals can receive this weekly payment for up to 39 weeks in the period between February 2, 2020 and December 26, 2020. The FPUC payments are only available for the weeks an individual is eligible to receive unemployment benefits.
- Q: How long will it take to get my first check?
- A: It can take anywhere from 1-4 weeks to process the initial claim. The Department hopes to provide more precise information soon about the timeframe for release of funds.
- Q: Are my benefits retroactive?
- A: Yes. Benefits are retroactive to the date you were eligible. You will not lose benefits due to delays in developing the application process or processing your claim.
- Q: I already tried to apply for benefits and was denied, but I got a PIN Number. What should I do?
- CARES ACT FAQ Excerpt(s)
- Q: I am self-employed and have been denied UI benefits. Does the CARES Act help me?
- A: As long as a person’s unemployment is connected to the COVID-19 pandemic, temporary benefits can be made available to self-employed individuals, independent contractors, and “gig” economy employees. They also will be eligible to receive the additional $600 weekly Pandemic Unemployment Compensation.
- Q: I am not able to start a new job because of the pandemic. Can I get help?
- A: The CARES Act provides temporary benefits to individuals who were unable to start a new job or contract due to the pandemic.
CURRENT QUALIFYING SITUATIONS FOR UI BENEFITS
The following situations are deemed to be “COVID-19 related situations”:A person is unable to work because they are ill with the novel coronavirus.
A person is unable to work because they have been potentially exposed to the novel coronavirus and have been subjected to a mandatory quarantine period.
A person is unable to work because they have been advised by their health care provider or by advice issued by public health officials to self-quarantine due to possible risk of exposure to, or spread of, the novel coronavirus.
A person is unable to work because their employer has ceased or curtailed operations due to the novel coronavirus, including closures or curtailments based on the direction or advice of the Governor or of public health officials.
A person is unable to work because they have to stay home to care for a family member, or other person with whom they live or for whom they provide care, who is suffering from the novel coronavirus or subject to a mandatory quarantine.
A person is unable to work because they have to stay home to care for a child due to the closure of schools, child care providers, or similar facilities due to the novel coronavirus.
A person is being asked to work when it would require them to act in violation of a mandatory quarantine or Governor’s directive regarding the limitation of activities to limit the spread of the novel coronavirus.
Able to work – Federal law requires a person be able to work in order to receive unemployment insurance benefits. A person will not be deemed unable to work because:
They are quarantined by their health care provider, or by advice issued by public health officials to self-quarantine due to possible risk of exposure to, or spread of, the novel coronavirus, but they are not sick
They are home sick because of the novel coronavirus or a condition with similar flu like symptoms and they have not turned down an offer of work since they began being at home due to the sickness
They are hospitalized, or in other institutionalized care, due to the novel coronavirus, but for less than half of the week, and they did not turn down an offer to work that week
A person is unable to work in a week if they are offered suitable work and do not accept it because they are sick with novel coronavirus, or a condition with similar flu like symptoms.
Actively seeking work – Federal law requires a person to be actively seeking work in order to receive unemployment insurance benefits. A person will be considered actively seeking work if they are unemployed because of a COVID-19 related situation, or if their work search efforts are significantly impacted by the novel coronavirus, and:
They and their employer intend on the person resuming work for their employer when COVID-19 related situations permit (they are “employer attached”) and the person stays in contact with their employer, as reasonably required by their employer, so they can return to work when the employer permits them to do so; or,
They or their employer do not intend for the employee to return to work for their employer (they are not “employer attached”) and the person is doing what they can to find employment.
Available for work – Federal law requires a person to be available for work in order to receive unemployment insurance benefits. A person will not be deemed unavailable for work because:
They are staying in their home, or are quarantined, due to risk of exposure to, or spread of, the novel coronavirus at the advice of a health care provider or by advice issued by public health officials or by directive of a government official, even if their employer had work for them they could otherwise have performed;
They are home solely because they lack childcare for a child or children due to school or daycare closures or curtailments; or
They are home to care for a family member due to the effects of novel coronavirus.
The CARES Act was expanded to provide access and allow persons to remain on Unemployment Insurance due to the COVID-19 crisis. People are not disqualified from receiving unemployment insurance benefits under the following circumstances (although they still must meet the weekly eligibility requirements to receive benefits):
A person is discharged because of a COVID-19 related situation (ORS 657.176(2)(b));
A person quits work because of a COVID-19 related situation (ORS 657.176(2)(c));A person fails to apply for work when referred by the employment office or the director because of a COVID-19 related situation (ORS 657.176(2)(d);
A person fails to accept an offer of work because of a COVID-19 related situation (ORS 657.176(2)(f);
- SITUATIONS THAT STILL DISQUALIFY PERSONS FOR UI BENEFITS
While those eligible for Unemployment Insurance has expanded during the COVID-19 Crisis, the following scenarios still disqualify an individual from receiving Unemployment Insurance:- Quitting a job.
- Being out of the labor market.
- Attending school.
- Being incarcerated.
- Missing an opportunity to work.
- Turning down a job.
- Not seeking work unless due to Covid-19 related temporary job loss.
- Receiving retirement pay.
- Failing to participate in the Reemployment and Eligibility Assessment interview.
- Turning down a referral to work.
- Being unemployed as a result of a labor dispute.
- Weeks claimed by school employees during the summer, winter, or spring break periods or between terms.
- Q: I am self-employed and have been denied UI benefits. Does the CARES Act help me?
BOLI (Bureau of Labor and Industry) : COVID-19
- Paid FMLA (Family Medical Leave Act) and Sick Leave can be a huge help!
- See OFLA (Oregon Family Leave Act) plus info on federal FMLA (Family Medical Leave Act)
- See Emergency Rulemaking of OFLA dated 03-18-2020 (PDF format)
- See Oregon Sick Time
- See Oregon Military Family Leave Act
- See Coronavirus and Workplace Laws
- Oregonian workers can call BOLI (Bureau of Labor and Industry) at 971-673-0761 or email mailb@boli.state.or.us.
- Oregon employers can call BOLI (Bureau of Labor and Industry) Technical Assistance hotline 971-673-0824 or email bolita@boli.state.or.us
- Article about Options for Sole Proprietors / Self-Employed / Independent Contractors
- Options Comparison Chart last updated April 15, 2020 (PDF format)
- Reference: SBA Interim Final Rule – April 2020 (PDF format)
Looking for work?
Oregon Employment Department is Hiring! In fact, dozens of businesses are hiring for a variety of positions during this pandemic.
Oregon’s Employment Department (OED)
- Multiple temporary openings for claims specialists
- Search other State of Oregon jobs
- Search for the keyword “immediate need” in the job search fields on the OED website
- CNBC “Companies Hiring Remote Workers Amid the Coronavirus Pandemic” 18+ companies hiring
- Mentions Flex-Jobs has many listings
Unfortunately some non-essential businesses have had to close or reduce services during “Shelter in Place” orders. Small businesses are an essential part of the fabric of our community. Your employer if eligible may be able to obtain a low interest loan or grant to cover payroll.
SEE ALSO: Small Business Resources
[Stay tuned for updates coming, see also General COVID-19 Resources]
State of Oregon, DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles): COVID-19
- UPDATE (06/03/2020) Oregon DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles) opened for limited business by appointment, but saw its phone system overwhelmed right away with thousands of callers attempting to book appointments. So, they regrouped and adjusted. They now have a web-based form to request an appointment at a DMV office, which you can access: https://www.oregon.gov/odot/dmv/pages/appointments.aspx.
- Using the online form, DMV will set appointments for the following services at this time:
- Driver licensing and ID cards – originals, renewals and replacements, including passenger car and commercial licenses, and instruction permits
- Driver knowledge tests
- Driving privilege reinstatements with a license issuance
- Disabled parking placards
- VIN inspections for new-to-Oregon vehicles previously titled elsewhere
- Farm endorsements
- The DMV cannot do drive tests due to social distancing restrictions and is not sure when those tests can resume. And they appreciate your patience!
- Accident Reports
- During the time that DMV offices are closed due to COVID-19, you can submit your accident report by email or by US Mail to:
- DMV – Crash Reporting Unit
- 1905 Lana Ave NE
- Salem OR 97314
- 503-945-5098
- For more information on accident reporting, including a link to a fillable form, please see our Accident Reporting & Responsibilities page.
- Enforcement
- The Department of Transportation has partnered with Oregon law enforcement agencies to exercise discretion in their enforcement of driver licenses, vehicle registrations and trip permits that expire during the COVID-19 emergency.
- Oregon State Police, Oregon Association of Chiefs of Police, and Oregon State Sheriffs’ Association have agreed to support a grace period for enforcing expired credentials. Transactions falling within this request include the following that could expire during the COVID-19 emergency:
- Driver license and identification cards
- Passenger vehicle registrations
- Commercial vehicle registrations
- Trip permits and temporary registrations
- Disabled parking permits
- DEQ closure and your registration
- If your vehicle registration expires between February 15 and June 15 of 2020, you can take the following steps:
- Get your DEQ certificate online.
- Renew online at DMV2U.
- Once DEQ stations reopen, take your vehicle to get tested before January 1, 2021.
- Some DEQToo™ businesses may still provide DEQ testing. Visit DEQToo.org for more information. Once you pass the test, renew online at DMV2U.
- If your vehicle registration expires during the state of emergency, the grace period applies.
You may apply for a trip permit at DMV2U. The grace period will apply to the trip permit, should the state of emergency continue past its expiration date. - You can get DEQ closure updates at Oregon.gov/DEQ.
- CDL (Commercial Drivers License)
FlyPDX (Portland International Airport) : COVID-19
- COVID-19 Information for Travelers from Oregon AAA (Last updated June 02, 2020)
- Article (05/11/2020) RealID compliance requirements deadline extended to October 2021. See: https://www.landerholmlaw.com/blog/2020/may/oregon-s-real-id-compliance-deadline-and-domesti/
SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management)
- Telecommuting Policy Sample
Web Article: 6 Ways the Coronavirus Will Change the Workplace
“The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the workplace was immediate and profound. See what the more long-term effects on the conduct of business and the practice of HR will likely be.”
SEE ALSO: Employment / Unemployment Information, Nonprofit Organization Support, and other categories
NOTE: Many resources are available on a time-limited or first-come, first-serve basis until they run out so do not delay! Act today!
UPDATE: November 17, 2020 Oregon Governor Kate Brown announces $55 Million to assist businesses. See: https://www.oregon.gov/newsroom/Pages/NewsDetail.aspx?newsid=53736
UPDATE: April 17, 2020 reports indicated the small business Paycheck Protection Program funds have run out from the initial round of funding allocated. Other resources may be available such as low-interest small business loans, grants, etc. Check the SBA resources below. Check for local resources, too.
NOTE: Sole Proprietors / Self-Employed Independent Contractors may be eligible for a special unemployment benefit named Pandemic Unemployment Assistance “PUA”. Check with the Employment Department.
State of Oregon, Employment Department : COVID-19
- COVID-19 Resources and Relief for Workers Affected by the Coronavirus / Cares Act includes flowchart, resources, answers to common questions, multiple languages
- Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) Press Release dated April 10, 2020 (PDF Format)
- Excerpt(s): To file an online claim for unemployment benefits, go to Oregon.gov/employ or call 1-877-FILE-4-UI (877-345-3484). For help finding jobs and training resources, contact your local WorkSource Oregon center or go to WorkSourceOregon.org. Equal Opportunity program — auxiliary aids and services available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Contact: (503) 947-1794. For people who are deaf or hard of hearing, call 711 Telecommunications Relay Services
US CDC (Centers for Disease Control)
SBA (Small Business Administration)
- Coronavirus (COVID-19): Small Business Guidance & Loan Resources
- Loan and Debt Relief Options for Small Businesses
- Paycheck Protection Program – This loan program provides loan forgiveness for retaining employees by temporarily expanding the traditional SBA 7(a) loan program.
- EIDL (Economic Injury Disaster Loans) Loan Advance – This loan advance will provide up to $10,000 of economic relief to businesses that are currently experiencing temporary difficulties.
- SBA Express Bridge Loans – Enables small businesses who currently have a business relationship with an SBA Express Lender to access up to $25,000 quickly.
- SBA Debt Relief – The SBA is providing a financial reprieve to small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.
SBA Lenders List for Oregon (PDF Format)
https://www.merkley.senate.gov/imo/media/doc/SBA%20Oregon%20Lenders%202020.pdf
SBA Lenders
Our participating SBA Lenders serve all of Oregon and southwest Washington unless otherwise noted.
For information visit sba.gov/or.
District Wide
Bank of the West
Jacquline A. Ritchie
503-939-7837
jacquline.ritchie@bankofthewest.com
bankofthewest.com
Banner Bank
Walter McLaughlin
425-806-2881
wmclaughlin@bannerbank.com
bannerbank.com
Beneficial State Bank
Teri Karren-Keith
503-331-3785
tkarren-keith@beneficialstate.com
beneficialstatebank.com
CapitalSource
Brad Benson
503-698-4109
bbenson@capitalsource.com
capitalsource.com
Celtic Bank Corporation
Matt Diamond
877-280-2942
mdiamond@celticbank.com
celticbank.com
Columbia State Bank
Scott Bossom
503-279-3184
sbossom@columbiabank.com
columbiabank.com
First Interstate Bank
Amy Berger
541-617-3612
amy.berger@fib.com
firstinterstatebank.com
Heritage Bank
Christine Heckert
425-787-5549
christine.heckert@heritagebanknw.com
www.heritagebanknw.com
HomeStreet Bank
Aaron Smith
916-462-5041
aaron.smith@homestreet.com
homestreet.com
JP Morgan Chase
Yana Rogers
206-500-6319
yana.rogers@chase.com
jpmorganchase.com
KeyBank
Jennifer Fern
503-403-2160
jennifer_fern@keybank.com
key.com
Lewis & Clark Bank
Mark Ellingson
503-212-3112
mellingson@lewisandclarkbank.com
lewisandclarkbank.com
Northwest Bank
Buck Marshall
208-332-0755
buck.marshall@northwest-bank.com
northwest.bank
Riverview Community Bank
Robert Benke
360-258-3437
robertbenke@riverviewbank.com
riverviewbank.com
Seacoast Commerce Bank
Joseph Cowles
541-521-7881
jcowles@sccombank.com
sccombank.com
TBank
Dave Painter
503-266-2344
dpainter@tbank.com
tbank.com
Umpqua Bank
Joel Carey
503-906-4459
joelcarey@umpquabank.com
umpquabank.com
Union Bank
Mindy Tran
503-225-3673
mindy.tran@unionbank.com
unionbank.com
US Bank
Corey Werle – Portland
503-985-6203
corey.werle@usbank.com
usbank.com
Wells Fargo Bank
Jessica Beck
503-318-3988
jessica.beck2@wellsfargo.com
wellsfargo.com
Bend Mid-Oregon Credit Union
Serving Central Oregon
Mike Testerman
541-585-1879
mtesterman@midoregon.com
midoregon.com
Clatskanie
Wauna Federal Credit Union
Serving the Columbia Corridor
John Moore
503-728-6117
john.moore@waunafcu.org
waunafcu.org
Corvallis
Oregon State Credit Union
Serving Greater Corvallis and the Central Coast
Josh Whisenhunt
541-714-4161
jwhisenhunt@oregonstatecu.com
oregonstatecu.com
Eugene
Citizens Bank
Serving Greater Eugene
Kate Salyers
541-766-2256
ksalyers@citizensEbank.com
citizensbank.com
Oregon Pacific Bank
Serving Central/Southern Oregon
Robert Edstrom
458-210-2016
robert.edstrom@opbc.com
opbc.com
SELCO
Serving Greater Eugene
Express Eric Lind
541-744-7546
elind@selco.org
selco.org
Summit Bank
Serving Greater Eugene
Ashley Horner
541-684-7511
ashley.horner@summitbanksba.com
sbko.bank
Medford
Peoples Bank of Commerce
Serving Southern Oregon
Thomas Knox
541-774-7664
thomasknox@peoplesbankofcommerce.com
peoplesbank.bank
Rogue Federal Credit Union
Serving Southern Oregon
Randall Mason
541-813-2021
rmason@roguecu.org
roguecu.org
Portland
Clackamas Federal Credit Union
Serving Greater Portland
Katie Gillespie
503-496-3530
katie.gillespie@clackamasfcu.org
www.clackamasfcu.org
Washington Trust
Serving Greater Portland/southwest Washington
Doug Wolford
509-353-5653
dwolford@watrust.com
watrust.com
Salem
Willamette Community Bank
Serving Greater Salem
Dave Takata
541-926-9000
DTakata@willamettecommunitybank.com
willamettecommunitybank.com
Willamette Valley Bank
Serving Greater Salem
Alana Neads
503-485-2222
alana@wvbk.com
willamettevalleybank.com
Vancouver
Columbia Community Credit Union
Serving southwest Washington
Juan Mendoza
360-619-3068
juanm@columbiacu.org
columbiacu.org
Participating Certified Development Companies
Cascade Capital Funding
Serving Oregon and SW Washington
University Station Office
Cindy Kent
960 Broadway St NE, suite 2
Salem
(503) 990-6868
cindy@cascade.capital
cascadecapitalfunding.com
CCD Business Development
Serving all Oregon
Roseburg Branch
522 SE Washington Ave., suite 111A
Theresa Haga
(541) 756-4101
t.haga@ccdbusiness.com
ccdbusiness.org
CCD Business Development
Serving all Oregon
Coos Bay Branch
540 Anderson Ave.
Theresa Haga
(541) 756-4101
t.haga@ccdbusiness.com
ccdbusiness.org
Evergreen Business Capital
Serving Oregon & Washington
1618 SW First Ave., suite 200
Portland
(800) 878-6613
evergreen504.com
Barbara Broudy
(503) 222-7496
barbara.broudy@evergreen504.com
Serving Portland Metro
Kerri Nelson
(503) 265-9294
kerri.nelson@evergreen504.com
Serving SW Washington
Gary Parker
(541) 513-7436
gary.parker@evergreen504.com
Serving Eugene area
GEODC
Serving all Oregon
2016 Airport Road
Pendleton
Susan Christensen
(541) 276-6745
susan.christensen@geodc.net
geodc.net
Northwest Business Development Association
9019 E. Appleway, suite 200
Spokane Valley, WA
Debbie Shipman
(509) 458-8555 or (800) 540-1748
dshipman@nwbusiness.org
nwbusiness.org
Community Advantage Lenders
Evergreen Business Capital
District Wide
Angelica Partida
(206) 577-1435
angelica.partida@evergreen504.com
evergreen504.com
Valley Development Initiatives
Serving Oregon
John Safstrom
503-540-1612
jsafstrom@mwvcog.org
mwvcog.org
Participating Microlenders
Mercy Corps Northwest
Statewide Oregon and Washington
45 SW Naito Parkway
Portland
(503) 896-5070
info@mercycorpsnw.org
mercycorpsnw.org
Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon
Serving all Oregon and southwest Washington
4008 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Portland
(503) 841-3351
meso@mesopdx.org
Oregon Association of Minority Entrepreneurs
Serving all Oregon and southwest Washington
731 N. Hayden Meadows Drive
Portland
(503) 249-7744
oame.org
NOTE: Many resources are available on a first-come, first-serve basis until they run out so do not delay! Act today!
As of 4/3/2020 – 501(c)(3) nonprofits with fewer than 500 employees can now apply for the SBA Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) forgivable loans. These can be used to cover up to 2 ½ months of payroll, rent, mortgage, or utilities.
See also Foundation and Funder Grant Opportunities
NAO (Nonprofit Association of Oregon)
- COVID-19 Resources
- COVID-19 Training Recordings
- COVID-19 Funding w/GOSW
- FAQ Document: Small Business Association (SBA) Payroll Protection Program (PPP) FAQ
- Document: What Banks are Asking For (PDF Format)
- Business Continuity Resources
- Technical Assistance
- Article: Fundraising in the time of COVID-19 Roundup
- Article: What Nonprofits Need to Know about the CARES Act
- Provides special pricing on hardware and software for nonprofit organizations meeting eligibility
- Provides insights regarding technology through blog, articles, etc.
- Website: https://www.techsoup.org
- Video: Keeping Your Nonprofit System Secure While Working Remotely
National Council of Nonprofits
- Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act CARES Act (Pub. L. 116-136)
- Coronavirus / COVID-19 Nonprofit Resources including free consulting, federal relief navigation and more
- COVID-19 Resources you won’t want to miss for your org and people!!
More coming soon…. Stay tuned
- Article: Fundraising in the time of COVID-19 Roundup
- Provides special pricing on hardware and software for nonprofit organizations meeting eligibility
- Provides insights regarding technology through blog, articles, etc.
- Website: https://www.techsoup.org
- Website: https://oregoncf.org/COVID
- Oregon Community Recovery Grants: https://oregoncf.org/grants-and-scholarships/grants/oregon-community-recovery-grants
- Apply for Funding: https://oregoncf.org/covid/apply-for-funding/
GOSW (Grantmakers of Oregon and SW Washington)
- April 14, 2020 Weekly Call
Oregon Speaker of the House Tina Kotek will speak with Oregon’s Foundation members of GOSW about Post-COVID - March 31, 2020 Call Recording – Overview and Plan for COVID-19 Response, Pooled Funds and More
- COVID-19: https://gosw.org/covid19/
- Website: https://gosw.org/
- MRG Community Response Fund, Funding Partners and Grantees:
https://www.mrgfoundation.org/communityresponsefund/
- Newsletter Message: https://mailchi.mp/w-for.org/covid-19-give-get-help?e=23afd6023d
- COVID-19 Rapid Response Fund (Up to $5000): https://www.tfaforms.com/4810540
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womensfndoregon/
- COVID-19: https://mmt.org/covid-19
Collins Foundation
The Ford Family Foundation
RWJF (Robert Wood Johnson Foundation)
- Article: Provides $50 Million in Relief for People Facing the Greatest Strain under COVID-19 Pandemic (April 07, 2020)
SEE ALSO: Volunteering, Foundations and other categories
Oregon Community Foundation (OCF)
- Oregon Community Recovery Fund
- TAKE ACTION
- Download the Fund Info Sheet (PDF format 1 pager)
- Make a donation to the Fund
- TAKE ACTION
- Oregon Small Business Stabilization Fund
- TAKE ACTION
- Download the Fund Info Sheet (PDF format 1 pager)
- Make a donation to the Fund
- TAKE ACTION
OregonLive Article with Links: How You Can Help
Grantmakers of Oregon and Southwest Washington – Coronavirus / COVID-19 Response
- Cordonavirus / COVID-19 page with plans, foundation efforts and more
- Coalition of Oregon Businesses Responds to COVID-19 Crisis with Millions in Philanthropic and Other Support for Nonprofits and Small Businesses (April 1, 2020) (PDF format)
- Phone: 503.226.6340
- Website: https://www.gosw.org
See GuideStar.org and Charity Navigator COVID-19 page for information on non-profit organizations and foundations in the USA
See GrantSpace.org article on a special GIVING TUESDAY on May 5, 2020 for Coronavirus / COVID-19 #GivingTuesdayNow. FREE Training on April 24, 2020, 11am-12pm PST. Registration required.
See State of Oregon, Office of Emergency Management, Disaster Volunteers and Donations Portal
- Webpage: https://oregonrecovers.communityos.org/
- Individual Donations Quickstart Guide
- Business Donations Quisckstart Guide
Every Child Oregon / My NeighbOR
My NeighbOR is an emergency response system serving Oregon’s most vulnerable children and youth. We are connecting goods and services from community members to foster families and youth in foster care. You can also provide supplies, create a Flash Box, purchase a gift card for a foster family, or give funds to help us meet the needs of foster families.
- OPB (Oregon Public Broadcasting) featured a story “Oregon Launches Neighborhood Support For Foster Families Stuck At Home during Coronavirus / COVID-19” dated April 1, 2020. Download 16 min recording of Talk Out Loud radio episode (MP3 format)
State of Oregon, Office of Emergency Management, Oregon Disaster Recovery
- Disaster Donations and Volunteers Portal: https://oregonrecovers.communityos.org/
- Email: oem.donations@state.or.us
State of Oregon, Oregon Health Authority (OHA), State Emergency Reserve of Volunteers (SERV-OR)
- Are you an active or retired medical professional? Retired? In State? Out of State? Oregon licensed healthcare professionals looking to volunteer in the fight against COVID-19 must register for an account and join the State Managed Volunteer Pool and your local Medical Reserve Corps Unit. We need you.
- OHA SERV-OR website
- OHA SERV-OR upcoming volunteer trainings
- OHA SERV-OR FAQ
- Email: SERV.OR@state.or.us
- Call Toll-Free: 1-877-343-5767
Every Child Oregon / My NeighbOR
My NeighbOR is an emergency response system serving Oregon’s most vulnerable children and youth. We are connecting goods and services from community members to foster families and youth in foster care.
OPB (Oregon Public Broadcasting) featured a story “Oregon Launches Neighborhood Support For Foster Families Stuck At Home during Coronavirus / COVID-19” dated April 1, 2020. Download 16 min recording of Talk Out Loud radio episode (MP3 format)
- Service Opportunities: One-time and ongoing volunteer opportunities to generously support children in foster care, families and DHS staff