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  Public Benefits Hotline
 
   Public Benefits Information & Hotline
The Public Benefits Hotline 1(800) 520-5292, provides legal advice and representation to low income people living in Oregon who are having problems with government benefits.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon
 
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  State of Oregon Resources
 
   Oregon DHS Branch Offices (Separate Website)
A list of DHS (Department of Human Services) offices throughout Oregon. These offices provide services for the following programs: TANF, JOBS Program, General Assistance, TA-DVS Temporary Assistance, Oregon Health Plan, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (Food Stamps), Child Protective Services.
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   Oregon Helps (Separate Website)
Find out if your family might be able to get help from 12 state and federal programs. This website also gives you a list of the agencies and contact information in every county in Oregon.
By: Multnomah County

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   Verification (Proof)
Whenever you apply for public assistance (such as food stamps, emergency assistance, TANF, etc.), DHS or the DSO will ask you for verification. What is verification? Find out here.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon
 
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   Governor's Advocacy Office (Ombudsman) (Separate Website)
The Governor's Advocacy Office at the Department of Human Services is part of the Department's Director's Office and serves as the Ombudsman for the Department's programs and services. The Children's Ombudsman is also located in this office.
By: State of Oregon Department of Human Services

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   Need Help Finding Health Resources? (Separate Website)
Oregon Health Connect can assist Oregonians who may not know which health program or service best fits their needs. Links and information about health care reform, how health insurance in Oregon works, health care services, health clinics, and insurance options. Toll-free number: 1-855-999-321.
By: Oregon Health Authority and the Dept. of Consumer Resources

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  Legal Resources
 
   How to Write an Affidavit This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page.
An affidavit is a written statement that is notarized. If you need to provide a written statement from someone with personal knowledge about what you are trying to prove, and this person cannot testify in person, you can use an affidavit. Includes instructions, sample and blank affidavit form.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon
 
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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. Includes the "Modest Means" program.
By: Oregon State Bar - Lawyer Referral Service

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