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Programs and Services for Seniors & Persons with Disabilities - Oregon Department of Human Services
(Separate Website)
Programs and services available to assist senior and peole with disabilities, including: Alzheimer's Resources, For Family Caregivers, Community-Based Care, Help in Your Home, Spousal Impoverishment Law, Estate Administration Program, Elder abuse Investigation, Elder Financial Exploitation, Financial and Medical Assistance.
By: Oregon Department of Human Services
Community-Based Care - Persons with Disabilities
(Separate Website)
Information about Oregon's community-based care facilities, including Adult Day Care Services, Adult Foster Care, Assisted Living Facilities, Residential Care Facilities, and Nursing Facilities.
By: Oregon Department of Human Services
Choosing a Long-Term Care Facility
(Separate Website)
Information about types of facilities and how to choose one that is appropriate for your needs.
By: Oregon Department of Human Services
Disability Resources
(Separate Website)
Disability Resources is a nonprofit organization that reviews and reports on disability resources throughout the country. The Oregon page contains an extensive list of resources: state agencies, advocacy organizations, technology resources, and support organizations for individual disabilities.
By: DisabilityResources.org
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Oregon Advocacy Center
(Separate Website)
Oregon Advocacy Center (OAC) is a non-profit law firm providing protection and advocacy to individuals with disabilities (www.oradvocacy.org), including free assistance in the area of employment.
By: Disability Rights Oregon
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Guide to Mental Health Law in Oregon
(Separate Website)
Information about the mental health system in Oregon.
By: Oregon Advocacy Center
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Oregon SPD (Seniors & People with Disabilities) Offices
(Separate Website)
A list of DHS (Department of Human Services) branch offices that provide services to seniors and people with disabilities.
By: Oregon Department of Human Services
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Fair Housing Council of Oregon
(Separate Website)
The Fair Housing Council of Oregon is a statewide organization whose mission is to eliminate housing discrimination through education and enforcement. This site provides detailed information about the different categories of housing discrimination.
By: Fair Housing Council of Oregon
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Governor's Advocacy Office
(Separate Website)
The Governor's Advocacy Office's ombudsmen provides information, referral and help in resolving problems regarding any DHS program. The toll-free number is 1-800-442-5238.
By: Oregon Department of Human Resources
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Oregon SafeNet
(Separate Website)
Oregon SafeNet links low-income Oregon residents with health services, including routine & urgent medical care; immunizations; well-child care; pregnancy tests & prenatal care; and urgent and routine dental care. Call 1-800-SAFENET (1-800-723-3638).
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Caregivers
(Separate Website)
Oregon Cares provides information and resources for those who provide care to older persons or persons with disabilities.
Disabilities and Housing
(Separate Website)
Information and resources related to housing and disabilities.
By: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Disability Information - Children
(Separate Website)
This national center provides information on disabilities, with a special focus on children and education issues.
By: NICHCY
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Employment Rights: Who Has Them & How to Enforce Them
(Separate Website)
Explains the federal laws that protect individuals with disabilities and how to file a complaint with the agencies that enforce these laws.
By: U.S. Department of Labor
Property Tax Deferrals
(Separate Website)
Information about postponing the payment of property taxes for disabled and senior citizens.
By: Oregon Department of Revenue
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Free Tax Help - Multnomah, Washington, Clackamas Counties
(Separate Website)
CASH Oregon seeks to help low-income families and individuals in the tri-county area from every community and background. They offer free tax preparation with AARP Tax-Aide throughout the year.
By: CASH Oregon
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Free Tax Help - Other Counties
(Separate Website)
AARP Tax-Aide is the nation's largest free, volunteer-run tax assistance and preparation service available to taxpayers with low- and moderate-income, with special attention to those age 60 and older. Tax preparation sites throughout the state are open from late January to April 15.
By: AARP Tax-Aide
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Legal Aid Offices in Oregon
(Separate Website)
Find the legal services provider for your county.
By: Legal Services
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Need a Lawyer in Oregon?
(Separate Website)
You can contact the Oregon State Bar's Lawyer Referral Service for help in finding a lawyer in your area.
By: Oregon State Bar - Lawyer Referral Service
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Disability Law Handbook
(Separate Website)
This handbook is a broad overview of rights and obligations under federal disability laws. Individual state laws may impose more stringent obligations. This handbook is intended to inform rather than to advise, and the information provided is of a general nature. You should consult an attorney for advice about your particular situation.
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