OREGON HAPPENIN'S - March 2010
DISCLAIMER
JUST A SHORT NOTE TO STATE THAT THE PURPOSE OF THIS PUBLICATION IS TO PASS PRECIOUS
INFORMATION ON TO THOSE OF NEED. OCCASIONALLY, THERE WILL BE ARTICLES BY OTHER
WRITERS. I MAY NOT NECESSARILY AGREE WITH THEIR VIEWPOINTS, HOWEVER, I DO
RESPECT THEM. THANK YOU
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Program Description
The Oregon Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) is a Federally funded program through the U.S. Department of Health
and Human Services. LIEAP is an assistance program designed to help low income households with home heating costs.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Oregon, you must need financial assistance for
home energy costs and your household's annual income before taxes must not exceed $20,228 if one person lives in the
household; $26,451 if two people live in the household; $32,675 if three people live in the household; $38,899 if four people live in
the household; $45,123 if five people live in the household; $51,347 if six people live in the household; $52,514 if seven people live
in the household; and $53,681 if eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $1,167 for each additional person in
the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for this program, please contact the local administering agency near you:
http://www.ohcs.oregon.gov/OHCS/CRD/SOS/docs/EnergyAssistanceReferrals.pdf
Program Contact Information
Please contact LIEAP program coordinator Melissa Torgerson for further information:
Melissa.Torgerson@hcs.state.or.us
(503)986-2094
To learn more about Oregon LIEAP, please visit:
http://www.oregon.gov/OHCS/SOS_Low_Income_Energy_Assistance_Oregon.shtml
Managing Agency
Oregon
http://www.oregon.gov
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Program Description
The Food Stamp Program helps supplement food budgets for low-income working families and individuals, people on public
assistance, seniors and people with disabilities.
During the 2001-2003 biennium, approximately 176,700 households in Oregon received Food Stamps each month. The average
monthly amount of benefits was $140 per household. The cost of benefits and half of the program's administrative costs are paid
by the Federal government.
In Oregon, Food Stamp benefits are distributed through the state's Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) system, which allows
recipients to obtain their benefits by using an "Oregon Trail Card" at a Point of Sale (POS) device.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Oregon and fall into one of two groups: (1) those
with a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001, or (2) those with a current bank balance (savings
and checking combined) under $3,001 who share their household with a person or persons age 60 and over, or with a person
with a disability (a child, your spouse, a parent, or yourself). For either group, you must also have an annual household income of
less than $13,284 if one person lives in the household; $17,808 if two people live in the household; $22,332 if three people live in
the household; $26,856 if four people live in the household; $31,380, if five people live in the household; $35,904 if six people live in
the household; $40,428 if seven people live in the household; or $44,952 if more than seven people live in the household.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
The program is administered by the Children, Adults and Families (CAF) group of the Department of Human Services (DHS).
Services and benefits are provided through DHS offices across the state. To find an office near you, click on the following link:
http://www.oregon.gov/DHS/localoffices/index.shtml
For more information on how and where to apply for food stamps, please call Oregon SafeNet:
800-723-3638
See also Oregon Helps, a Web site that can help you find out if you might be eligible for several programs that serve families and
children.
http://www.oregonhelps.org/
Managing Agency
Oregon
http://www.oregon.gov
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Program Description
The School Breakfast Program provides funding that makes it possible for schools to offer a nutritious breakfast to students
each day. Similarly, the goal of the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) is to protect the health and well-being of the nation's
children by providing nutritious school meals every day. NSLP provides funding that makes it possible for schools to offer a
nutritious school lunch. Schools receive Federal funds for each breakfast and lunch served, provided that the meal meets
established nutrition standards.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Oregon and a parent or primary caregiver
responsible for a child(ren) who attends school (high school or under). Those who qualify must also have an annual household
income before taxes that must not exceed $26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the
household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the
household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; $68,469 if eight people live in the household; and $75,388 if more than
eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for free or reduced price meals, contact your child's school. A listing of your state's schools can be found here:
http://www.ode.state.or.us/search/results/?id=227
Program Contact Information
Please visit the Oregon Child Nutrition Office web site to learn more about the programs at:
http://www.ode.state.or.us/search/results/?id=62
If you would like to speak with a State representative regarding the programs, you can call the Oregon Department of Education at:
503-378-3569
TDD users can call:
503-378-2892
You can also contact your child's school to find out what meals are served and how to apply for free or reduced price school
meals.
Managing Agency
Oregon
http://www.oregon.gov
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Program Description
SCHIP allows Oregon to offer health insurance for eligible children, up to age 19, who are not already insured.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Oregon, under 19 years of age, not covered by health
insurance (including Medicaid), a US national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident, and you must have an annual household
income before taxes of less than $26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the household; $40,793
if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the household; $62,382
if seven people live in the household; $68,469 if eight people live in the household; and $75,388 if more than eight people live in the
household. For larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home. Depending on your income level, you may
have to pay a premium for coverage. Please see this state's program information for details.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To receive an Oregon Health Plan application packet for SCHIP you may call (800)359-9517 or TTY (800-359-9517), please visit:
http://www.oregon.gov/DHS/healthplan/app_benefits/ohp4u.shtml
Program Contact Information
For more information on Oregon SCHIP please visit:
http://www.oregon.gov/DHS/healthplan/app_benefits/schip.shtml
Managing Agency
Oregon
http://www.oregon.gov
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Program Description
WIC is a public health nutrition program designed to improve health outcomes and influence lifetime nutrition and health
behaviors in a targeted, at-risk population. In Oregon, about 100,000 women, infants, and children benefit from the WIC Program
each month. Studies, reviews, and reports demonstrate that the WIC program is cost effective in protecting or improving the
health and nutritional status of low-income women, infants, and children. The WIC program of Oregon is administered by the
Oregon Department of Human Services.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Oregon, pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum
woman, infant or child up to 5 years of age and: (1) are individually determined by a health professional to be at nutrition risk; and,
(2) meet an income standard, or are determined automatically income eligible. A person who participates or has family members
who participate in certain other benefit programs, such as the Food Stamp Program, Medicaid or Temporary Assistance for
Needy Families, automatically meets the income eligibility requirement.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply, set up an appointment at the WIC clinic closest to you:
http://oregon.gov/DHS/ph/wic/countyinfo.shtml
Program Contact Information
Please see the following Web Site for the income standard or maximum income limit for WIC eligibility:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/howtoapply/incomeguidelines.htm
For more information on Oregon's WIC program, visit their website at:
http://oregon.gov/DHS/ph/wic/about_us.shtml
To find out more about WIC in Oregon call toll-free:
800-723-3638
Or call locally in the Portland area:
503-988-5858
Managing Agency
Oregon
http://www.oregon.gov
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Program Description
The Special Milk Program provides milk to children in schools, childcare institutions and eligible camps that do not participate in
other Federal child nutrition meal service programs. The program reimburses schools and institutions for the milk they serve.
Schools in the National School Lunch or School Breakfast Programs may also participate in the Special Milk Program to provide
milk to children in half-day pre-kindergarten and kindergarten programs where children do not have access to the school meal
programs.
General Program Requirements
Any child in a school or institution that participates in the Special Milk Program can get milk. Schools may elect to offer free milk
to low-income children. In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Oregon, your
household's annual income before taxes must not exceed $20,036 if one person lives in the household; $26,955 if two people live
in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people
live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight
people live in the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for the Special Milk program, directly contact your child’s school, camp, or child care institution to find out if it
participates in the Special Milk Program.
The Federal agency Child Nutrition Programs manages this program and provides state contact information here:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/Contacts/StateDirectory.htm
Additionally, your state education agency can also provide you with more information about the program.
http://www.ode.state.or.us/search/page/?id=2000
Program Contact Information
To learn more about the Oregon Special Milk program, please visit:
http://www.ode.state.or.us/search/results/?id=62
For more information regarding the Oregon Special Milk Program, please call the Department of Education at:
503-378-3569
You may also contact your local school district if you have other inquiries regarding the program.
Managing Agency
Oregon
http://www.oregon.gov
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Program Description
The Head Start program (for children ages 3-5) and Early Head Start program (for pregnant women, infants, and toddlers)
promote school readiness for children in low-income families by providing comprehensive educational, health, nutritional, and
social services. Parents play a large role in the programs, both as primary educators of their children and as participants in
administering the programs locally. Both programs provide pre-literacy and literacy experiences in a multi-cultural environment.
Parents are also provided social services, including assistance with childcare. Services are also available to migrant and
seasonal farm worker families.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Oregon, you must be a parent or primary
caregiver responsible for a child who is too young for public school and your household's annual income before taxes must not
exceed $10,830 if one person lives in the household; $14,570 if two people live in the household; $18,310 if three people live in the
household; $22,050 if four people live in the household; $25,790 if five people live in the household; $29,530 if six people live in the
household; $33,270 if seven people live in the household; $37,010 if eight people live in the household; and $40,750 if more than
eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $3,740 for each additional person in the home.
If you do not meet these criteria, you may still qualify if you are a U.S. national, citizen or permanent resident whose financial
status is low income or very low income, who is under-employed, unemployed or about to become unemployed, facing pregnancy,
less than 19 years of age yourself, or the parent or primary caregiver for children under the age of 19 years. Other qualifications
may apply.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
The Head Start Locator provides a searchable database of Head Start programs. To apply for this program please visit the
following website, which will direct you to the Head Start office nearest to you:
http://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc/HeadStartOffices
Program Contact Information
For more information on Oregon Head Start, please visit:
http://www.ode.state.or.us/search/results/?id=41
If you would like to speak with a State representative regarding the program, you can also call the Head Start Pre-Kindergarten
Program Office at:
503-378-3600 ext. null
Managing Agency
Oregon
http://www.oregon.gov
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The Oregon's Weatherization Assistance Program is designed to help low-income residents save fuel and money, while
increasing the comfort of their homes. Its mission is to insulate the dwellings of low-income persons, particularly the elderly,
persons with disabilities, families with children, high residential energy users, and households with a high energy burden, in order
to conserve needed energy and to aid those persons least able to afford higher utility costs.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Oregon, your household's annual income before
taxes must not exceed $20,228 if one person lives in the household; $26,451 if two people live in the household; $32,675 if three
people live in the household; $38,988 if four people live in the household; $45,123 if five people live in the household; $51,347 if six
people live in the household; $52,514 if seven people live in the household; and $53,681 if eight people live in the household. For
larger households, add $1,167 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for this program, please contact your local administering agency at the following location:
http://www.oregon.gov/OHCS/CRD/SOS/docs/WeatherizationReferrals.pdf
Program Contact Information
For more information on the Oregon Weatherization Assistance Program, please visit:
http://www.oregon.gov/OHCS/SOS_Low_Income_Weatherization_Assistance_Oregon....
To speak with the program coordinator, please contact Jack Hruska by calling at:
503-963-2283
Or sending an e-mail to:
Jack.Hruska@hcs.state.or.us
Managing Agency
Oregon
http://www.oregon.gov
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Pacific Northwest College of Art
Pacific Northwest College of Art is featuring a year long celebration which will include exhibitions, performances, workshops,
symposia, and classes all celebrating the past and future of college.
Portland Exhibits & Lectures 1.1.2009
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12.31.2009
First Saturday Art Walk
Seaside Fairs & Festivals 1.3.2009
-to-
12.5.2009
South Slough Birding
Join a South Slough interpreter and venture into the Reserve in search of winged wildlife. $1 per birder. Held the first Saturday of
each month.
Charleston Fairs & Festivals 1.3.2009
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12.5.2009
Paddling on the South Slough Estuary
Explore South Slough on a trail that flows with the tides. Bring your own kayak or canoe, life jacket, lunch and water. Meets at the
Interpretive Center once a month (8 boat limit, $15/boat). Call...
Charleston Fairs & Festivals 1.3.2009
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12.30.2009
Art Walk
Various locations 5pm - 8pm. A self guided walking tour, 2nd Thursday of each month. Featuring local Artists, tasty food and most
especially fun! Maps are available.
Coos Bay Fairs & Festivals 1.8.2009
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12.15.2009
Facing Statehood
Mission Mill Museum features an exhibit of the museums unique collections related to the mission period.
Salem Exhibits & Lectures 2.1.2009
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5.1.2010
Celebrate Oregon's Sesquicentennial with Multnomah County Library
Multnomah County Library is celebrating Oregon's 150th birthday throughout 2009 - please join us in this celebration at
Portland Cultural Heritage 2.9.2009
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12.12.2009
Oregon Shakespeare Festival
Photo caption: The Winter’s Tale (2006). Michelle Beck, Mark Peterson, Kjerstine Anderson. Photo: David Cooper.
Mt. Bachelor - Summer Opening
Mt Bachelor is slated to open for the summer season on June 26th. Enjoy scenic chairlift rides, high mountain disc golfing, and
sunset dinners on Friday and Saturday nights at the Pine Marten Lodge...
Bend Sports 6.26.2009
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11.30.2009
Bend First Friday
On the First Friday of each month, the Bend Gallery Association hosts "Art Walk." All of the member galleries are open to the
public until 9:00 pm. Many galleries have specialized exhibits or...
Bend Visual Arts 7.3.2009
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12.4.2009
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Program Description
Unemployment insurance benefits provide temporary financial assistance to workers unemployed through no fault of their own
that meet Oregon's eligibility requirements.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must have worked in Oregon during the past 12 to 18 months and have earned at
least a minimum amount of wages as determined by our guidelines. You must also be able to work and available for work each
week that you are collecting benefits.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
In order to establish your unemployment claim, please visit the Oregon online claim system at:
http://egov.oregon.gov/EMPLOY/UI/index.shtml
Or complete an application at the Oregon Employment Office near you; to locate office, visit:
http://findit.emp.state.or.us/offices/
For more information, please visit our web site at:
http://www.employment.oregon.gov/
Managing Agency
Oregon Employment Department
http://www.oregon.gov
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REMEMBER NO MATTER WHAT TOWN, CITY, COUNTY OR STATE SEND US
YOUR UPCOMING EVENT INFORMATION TO BE APPLIED TO YOUR STATE'S PAGE!
BECOME ACTIVE IN YOUR COMMUNITY!
IF YOUR GROUP, ORGANIZATION, OR HOUSE OF WORSHIP HAS ANY ACTIVITIES UPCOMING SUCH AS:
MEALS FOR THE NEEDY, FOOD PANTRIES & BASKET GIVEAWAYS, CLOTHING CLOSETS, BAZAARS,
FLEA MARKETS, CAR WASHES, FREE CLASSES/SEMINARS, FILM FESTIVALS,
FIRST TIME HOME PURCHASER SEMINARS, STATE FAIRS....EVEYTHING!!!!
PLEASE CONTACT ME BY EMAIL: homelesstoindependence@yahoo.com
DISCLAIMER
JUST A SHORT NOTE TO STATE THAT THE PURPOSE OF THIS PUBLICATION IS TO PASS PRECIOUS
INFORMATION ON TO THOSE OF NEED. OCCASIONALLY, THERE WILL BE ARTICLES BY OTHER
WRITERS. I MAY NOT NECESSARILY AGREE WITH THEIR VIEWPOINTS, HOWEVER, I DO
RESPECT THEM. THANK YOU
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Program Description
The Oregon Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) is a Federally funded program through the U.S. Department of Health
and Human Services. LIEAP is an assistance program designed to help low income households with home heating costs.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Oregon, you must need financial assistance for
home energy costs and your household's annual income before taxes must not exceed $20,228 if one person lives in the
household; $26,451 if two people live in the household; $32,675 if three people live in the household; $38,899 if four people live in
the household; $45,123 if five people live in the household; $51,347 if six people live in the household; $52,514 if seven people live
in the household; and $53,681 if eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $1,167 for each additional person in
the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for this program, please contact the local administering agency near you:
http://www.ohcs.oregon.gov/OHCS/CRD/SOS/docs/EnergyAssistanceReferrals.pdf
Program Contact Information
Please contact LIEAP program coordinator Melissa Torgerson for further information:
Melissa.Torgerson@hcs.state.or.us
(503)986-2094
To learn more about Oregon LIEAP, please visit:
http://www.oregon.gov/OHCS/SOS_Low_Income_Energy_Assistance_Oregon.shtml
Managing Agency
Oregon
http://www.oregon.gov
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Program Description
The Food Stamp Program helps supplement food budgets for low-income working families and individuals, people on public
assistance, seniors and people with disabilities.
During the 2001-2003 biennium, approximately 176,700 households in Oregon received Food Stamps each month. The average
monthly amount of benefits was $140 per household. The cost of benefits and half of the program's administrative costs are paid
by the Federal government.
In Oregon, Food Stamp benefits are distributed through the state's Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) system, which allows
recipients to obtain their benefits by using an "Oregon Trail Card" at a Point of Sale (POS) device.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Oregon and fall into one of two groups: (1) those
with a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001, or (2) those with a current bank balance (savings
and checking combined) under $3,001 who share their household with a person or persons age 60 and over, or with a person
with a disability (a child, your spouse, a parent, or yourself). For either group, you must also have an annual household income of
less than $13,284 if one person lives in the household; $17,808 if two people live in the household; $22,332 if three people live in
the household; $26,856 if four people live in the household; $31,380, if five people live in the household; $35,904 if six people live in
the household; $40,428 if seven people live in the household; or $44,952 if more than seven people live in the household.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
The program is administered by the Children, Adults and Families (CAF) group of the Department of Human Services (DHS).
Services and benefits are provided through DHS offices across the state. To find an office near you, click on the following link:
http://www.oregon.gov/DHS/localoffices/index.shtml
For more information on how and where to apply for food stamps, please call Oregon SafeNet:
800-723-3638
See also Oregon Helps, a Web site that can help you find out if you might be eligible for several programs that serve families and
children.
http://www.oregonhelps.org/
Managing Agency
Oregon
http://www.oregon.gov
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Program Description
The School Breakfast Program provides funding that makes it possible for schools to offer a nutritious breakfast to students
each day. Similarly, the goal of the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) is to protect the health and well-being of the nation's
children by providing nutritious school meals every day. NSLP provides funding that makes it possible for schools to offer a
nutritious school lunch. Schools receive Federal funds for each breakfast and lunch served, provided that the meal meets
established nutrition standards.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Oregon and a parent or primary caregiver
responsible for a child(ren) who attends school (high school or under). Those who qualify must also have an annual household
income before taxes that must not exceed $26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the
household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the
household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; $68,469 if eight people live in the household; and $75,388 if more than
eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for free or reduced price meals, contact your child's school. A listing of your state's schools can be found here:
http://www.ode.state.or.us/search/results/?id=227
Program Contact Information
Please visit the Oregon Child Nutrition Office web site to learn more about the programs at:
http://www.ode.state.or.us/search/results/?id=62
If you would like to speak with a State representative regarding the programs, you can call the Oregon Department of Education at:
503-378-3569
TDD users can call:
503-378-2892
You can also contact your child's school to find out what meals are served and how to apply for free or reduced price school
meals.
Managing Agency
Oregon
http://www.oregon.gov
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Program Description
SCHIP allows Oregon to offer health insurance for eligible children, up to age 19, who are not already insured.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Oregon, under 19 years of age, not covered by health
insurance (including Medicaid), a US national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident, and you must have an annual household
income before taxes of less than $26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the household; $40,793
if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the household; $62,382
if seven people live in the household; $68,469 if eight people live in the household; and $75,388 if more than eight people live in the
household. For larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home. Depending on your income level, you may
have to pay a premium for coverage. Please see this state's program information for details.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To receive an Oregon Health Plan application packet for SCHIP you may call (800)359-9517 or TTY (800-359-9517), please visit:
http://www.oregon.gov/DHS/healthplan/app_benefits/ohp4u.shtml
Program Contact Information
For more information on Oregon SCHIP please visit:
http://www.oregon.gov/DHS/healthplan/app_benefits/schip.shtml
Managing Agency
Oregon
http://www.oregon.gov
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Program Description
WIC is a public health nutrition program designed to improve health outcomes and influence lifetime nutrition and health
behaviors in a targeted, at-risk population. In Oregon, about 100,000 women, infants, and children benefit from the WIC Program
each month. Studies, reviews, and reports demonstrate that the WIC program is cost effective in protecting or improving the
health and nutritional status of low-income women, infants, and children. The WIC program of Oregon is administered by the
Oregon Department of Human Services.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Oregon, pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum
woman, infant or child up to 5 years of age and: (1) are individually determined by a health professional to be at nutrition risk; and,
(2) meet an income standard, or are determined automatically income eligible. A person who participates or has family members
who participate in certain other benefit programs, such as the Food Stamp Program, Medicaid or Temporary Assistance for
Needy Families, automatically meets the income eligibility requirement.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply, set up an appointment at the WIC clinic closest to you:
http://oregon.gov/DHS/ph/wic/countyinfo.shtml
Program Contact Information
Please see the following Web Site for the income standard or maximum income limit for WIC eligibility:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/howtoapply/incomeguidelines.htm
For more information on Oregon's WIC program, visit their website at:
http://oregon.gov/DHS/ph/wic/about_us.shtml
To find out more about WIC in Oregon call toll-free:
800-723-3638
Or call locally in the Portland area:
503-988-5858
Managing Agency
Oregon
http://www.oregon.gov
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Program Description
The Special Milk Program provides milk to children in schools, childcare institutions and eligible camps that do not participate in
other Federal child nutrition meal service programs. The program reimburses schools and institutions for the milk they serve.
Schools in the National School Lunch or School Breakfast Programs may also participate in the Special Milk Program to provide
milk to children in half-day pre-kindergarten and kindergarten programs where children do not have access to the school meal
programs.
General Program Requirements
Any child in a school or institution that participates in the Special Milk Program can get milk. Schools may elect to offer free milk
to low-income children. In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Oregon, your
household's annual income before taxes must not exceed $20,036 if one person lives in the household; $26,955 if two people live
in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people
live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight
people live in the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for the Special Milk program, directly contact your child’s school, camp, or child care institution to find out if it
participates in the Special Milk Program.
The Federal agency Child Nutrition Programs manages this program and provides state contact information here:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/Contacts/StateDirectory.htm
Additionally, your state education agency can also provide you with more information about the program.
http://www.ode.state.or.us/search/page/?id=2000
Program Contact Information
To learn more about the Oregon Special Milk program, please visit:
http://www.ode.state.or.us/search/results/?id=62
For more information regarding the Oregon Special Milk Program, please call the Department of Education at:
503-378-3569
You may also contact your local school district if you have other inquiries regarding the program.
Managing Agency
Oregon
http://www.oregon.gov
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Program Description
The Head Start program (for children ages 3-5) and Early Head Start program (for pregnant women, infants, and toddlers)
promote school readiness for children in low-income families by providing comprehensive educational, health, nutritional, and
social services. Parents play a large role in the programs, both as primary educators of their children and as participants in
administering the programs locally. Both programs provide pre-literacy and literacy experiences in a multi-cultural environment.
Parents are also provided social services, including assistance with childcare. Services are also available to migrant and
seasonal farm worker families.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Oregon, you must be a parent or primary
caregiver responsible for a child who is too young for public school and your household's annual income before taxes must not
exceed $10,830 if one person lives in the household; $14,570 if two people live in the household; $18,310 if three people live in the
household; $22,050 if four people live in the household; $25,790 if five people live in the household; $29,530 if six people live in the
household; $33,270 if seven people live in the household; $37,010 if eight people live in the household; and $40,750 if more than
eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $3,740 for each additional person in the home.
If you do not meet these criteria, you may still qualify if you are a U.S. national, citizen or permanent resident whose financial
status is low income or very low income, who is under-employed, unemployed or about to become unemployed, facing pregnancy,
less than 19 years of age yourself, or the parent or primary caregiver for children under the age of 19 years. Other qualifications
may apply.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
The Head Start Locator provides a searchable database of Head Start programs. To apply for this program please visit the
following website, which will direct you to the Head Start office nearest to you:
http://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc/HeadStartOffices
Program Contact Information
For more information on Oregon Head Start, please visit:
http://www.ode.state.or.us/search/results/?id=41
If you would like to speak with a State representative regarding the program, you can also call the Head Start Pre-Kindergarten
Program Office at:
503-378-3600 ext. null
Managing Agency
Oregon
http://www.oregon.gov
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The Oregon's Weatherization Assistance Program is designed to help low-income residents save fuel and money, while
increasing the comfort of their homes. Its mission is to insulate the dwellings of low-income persons, particularly the elderly,
persons with disabilities, families with children, high residential energy users, and households with a high energy burden, in order
to conserve needed energy and to aid those persons least able to afford higher utility costs.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Oregon, your household's annual income before
taxes must not exceed $20,228 if one person lives in the household; $26,451 if two people live in the household; $32,675 if three
people live in the household; $38,988 if four people live in the household; $45,123 if five people live in the household; $51,347 if six
people live in the household; $52,514 if seven people live in the household; and $53,681 if eight people live in the household. For
larger households, add $1,167 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for this program, please contact your local administering agency at the following location:
http://www.oregon.gov/OHCS/CRD/SOS/docs/WeatherizationReferrals.pdf
Program Contact Information
For more information on the Oregon Weatherization Assistance Program, please visit:
http://www.oregon.gov/OHCS/SOS_Low_Income_Weatherization_Assistance_Oregon....
To speak with the program coordinator, please contact Jack Hruska by calling at:
503-963-2283
Or sending an e-mail to:
Jack.Hruska@hcs.state.or.us
Managing Agency
Oregon
http://www.oregon.gov
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Pacific Northwest College of Art
Pacific Northwest College of Art is featuring a year long celebration which will include exhibitions, performances, workshops,
symposia, and classes all celebrating the past and future of college.
Portland Exhibits & Lectures 1.1.2009
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12.31.2009
First Saturday Art Walk
Seaside Fairs & Festivals 1.3.2009
-to-
12.5.2009
South Slough Birding
Join a South Slough interpreter and venture into the Reserve in search of winged wildlife. $1 per birder. Held the first Saturday of
each month.
Charleston Fairs & Festivals 1.3.2009
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12.5.2009
Paddling on the South Slough Estuary
Explore South Slough on a trail that flows with the tides. Bring your own kayak or canoe, life jacket, lunch and water. Meets at the
Interpretive Center once a month (8 boat limit, $15/boat). Call...
Charleston Fairs & Festivals 1.3.2009
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12.30.2009
Art Walk
Various locations 5pm - 8pm. A self guided walking tour, 2nd Thursday of each month. Featuring local Artists, tasty food and most
especially fun! Maps are available.
Coos Bay Fairs & Festivals 1.8.2009
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12.15.2009
Facing Statehood
Mission Mill Museum features an exhibit of the museums unique collections related to the mission period.
Salem Exhibits & Lectures 2.1.2009
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5.1.2010
Celebrate Oregon's Sesquicentennial with Multnomah County Library
Multnomah County Library is celebrating Oregon's 150th birthday throughout 2009 - please join us in this celebration at
Portland Cultural Heritage 2.9.2009
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12.12.2009
Oregon Shakespeare Festival
Photo caption: The Winter’s Tale (2006). Michelle Beck, Mark Peterson, Kjerstine Anderson. Photo: David Cooper.
Mt. Bachelor - Summer Opening
Mt Bachelor is slated to open for the summer season on June 26th. Enjoy scenic chairlift rides, high mountain disc golfing, and
sunset dinners on Friday and Saturday nights at the Pine Marten Lodge...
Bend Sports 6.26.2009
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11.30.2009
Bend First Friday
On the First Friday of each month, the Bend Gallery Association hosts "Art Walk." All of the member galleries are open to the
public until 9:00 pm. Many galleries have specialized exhibits or...
Bend Visual Arts 7.3.2009
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12.4.2009
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Program Description
Unemployment insurance benefits provide temporary financial assistance to workers unemployed through no fault of their own
that meet Oregon's eligibility requirements.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must have worked in Oregon during the past 12 to 18 months and have earned at
least a minimum amount of wages as determined by our guidelines. You must also be able to work and available for work each
week that you are collecting benefits.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
In order to establish your unemployment claim, please visit the Oregon online claim system at:
http://egov.oregon.gov/EMPLOY/UI/index.shtml
Or complete an application at the Oregon Employment Office near you; to locate office, visit:
http://findit.emp.state.or.us/offices/
For more information, please visit our web site at:
http://www.employment.oregon.gov/
Managing Agency
Oregon Employment Department
http://www.oregon.gov
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