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Housing & Utilities
Finding safe and affordable housing can be tough, and managing utilities can be another hurdle. There are resources available to help! Whether you're facing a financial squeeze, need assistance with utility costs, or are looking for affordable housing options, programs exist to provide support. Don't hesitate to reach out to local organizations or use online search tools to find the resources that fit your specific needs.
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Founded in 1966, Community Action Team is committed to:
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Reducing the extent and negative effects of poverty
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Increase family self-reliance
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Improving community facilities and affordable housing stock
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Fair housing involves the rights that all people have to choose housing free from unlawful discrimination practices based on “protected class status.” Federal, state, and local fair housing laws all play a part in protecting people seeking housing from illegal discrimination in any housing transaction, including rentals, sales, lending, and insurance.
Fair housing ensures access for everyone. Fair housing guarantees that regardless of your race, sex, national origin, religion, family situation, or level of ability, you have the right to find housing that fits your needs — with no outside biases or stereotypes imposed upon you. By promoting fair housing through education and enforcement, the Fair Housing Council of Oregon creates welcoming, inclusive, and diverse communities that reflect all Oregonians.
Led by and for people with disabilities, Real Choice Initiative facilitates sustainable independent living opportunities for our communities.
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Habitat for Humanity partners with people in your community, and all over the world, to help them build or improve a place they can call home. Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and pay an affordable mortgage. With your support, Habitat homeowners achieve the strength, stability and independence they need to build a better life for themselves and for their families.
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It is the mission of the Agency to promote the philosophy of independent living by creating opportunities, encouraging choices, advancing equal access and furthering the level of independence for all people with disabilities. We value personal growth and self- determination. ILR aims to provide a supportive and encouraging environment for every stage of life.
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At CAS, we believe in the power of community inclusion and empowerment. That's why our team works to provide compassionate support, advocacy, and opportunities for growth to those we serve. Whether it's finding the perfect living arrangement, accessing meaningful employment opportunities, or participating in community activities, we're here to help our clients thrive.
As a trusted service provider, CAS has earned a reputation for excellence in supporting individuals with disabilities. Our commitment to advocacy, respect, and person-centered care drives everything we do. We proudly serve individuals in Columbia, Washington, Clackamas, Multnomah, Hood River and Wasco Counties, ensuring that everyone has the opportunities to live their best life.
Join us in building a more inclusive and supportive community for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Together, we can make a difference.
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We are pioneering the standard for affordable housing by taking the complexity out of the process and expanding options for people searching for affordable housing.
Over the last 18 years, we built trusted relationships with over 700 government agency partners and have become the most visited and largest affordable housing listing network in the country. Provides innovative solutions to help solve and simplify some of the most complex challenges relating to affordable housing in the United States. We built a data driven platform with a suite of solutions for residents, landlords, housing agencies and municipalities. Our new platform is designed to increase efficiency by putting all affordable rental housing in one place on one common and easy to use platform. We also make it easier for anyone to find and apply to thousands of rental assistance programs by centralizing information and by streamlining cumbersome application processes.
The General Assistance (GA) program provides short-term financial help for individuals with severe disabilities who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness. This program is inspired by the Housing First model and is run by ODHS Aging and People with Disabilities.