Key Resources for Housing Help

Independent Living Resources

Information, referral and peer support for people with disabilities.

Call 503-232-7411 or visit their website. 

Home Forward

Information on low-income housing and rent assistance, services for residents in publicly supported housing. 

Call 503-802-8300 or visit the Home Forward website. 

Community Alliance of Tenants 

Tenant rights information and building-based organizing.

Call 503-288-0130 or visit the Community Alliance of Tenants website. 

Fair Housing Council of Oregon – Tenants

Information on Fair Housing law and enforcement for renters and housebuyers. 

Call 503-223-8197×2 or visit their website.

Homeowner and Renter Rights and Information

View OregonLawHelp.com for a variety of resources..

Insecure Housing Resources

Emergency Hygiene Stations

Map of Portland Restrooms and Hygiene Stations

Home Solutions

Visit Home Solutions’ website for emergency shelter, housing assistance, and family advocacy resources.

McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Act

Visit this webpage for information on who qualifies for the McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Act and how DDSD can assist.

Portland Housing Bureau

The Portland Housing Bureau promotes an inclusive, sustainable city by funding affordable housing, protecting renters, and preserving homes for lasting stability.

Housing Repair

Protect your family from lead paint.
Lead paint can be harmful, especially to children. It can cause serious health problems if it’s breathed in or swallowed. Homes built before 1978 may still have lead paint on the walls. Keep your family safe by checking for lead and removing it safely.

Portland Housing Bureau’s grant program makes free repairs to lead paint hazards. 

Visit Portland Housing Bureau website, or call 503-823-3336 for more information. 

Free Eviction Help

Low-income renters who live within Portland city limits may be eligible for free legal assistance that may help prevent eviction. 

Call 888-585-9638 or email evictiondefense@oregonlawcenter.org  

Home Heating & Cooling Program

Verde

Offers home heating and cooling program for home owners in Portland.
See if you’re eligible for a free or low-cost Heat Pump Installation with a brief questionnaire (English/Spanish).

Call (971)272-4126 or visit the Verde’s website (English/Spanish).

Legal Support 

Legal Aid Services of Oregon

Free or low-cost legal help for low-income callers. 

Call 503-224-4086 or visit the Legal Aid Services of Oregon website

Oregon Law Center

Free or low-cost legal help for low-income callers.

Call 503-295-2760 or visit the Oregon Law Center website. 

Disability Rights Oregon

Free or low-cost legal services for disability-related issues. 

Call 503-243-2081 or visit the Disability Rights Oregon website.