Family Holiday Activity Guide

 

This is just page 1, click the link below to see the full link and activities in the community! 

https://pollywogfamily.org/resources/pollywog-news/

Pollywog - 2023 Holiday Resource Guide

 Hello Families,

One of our members shared this guide for the holidays and it could be a great resource for our group! Check out their website too: https://pollywogfamily.org/resources-for-families/

CSC - Utility Assistance Program

 

Air Conditioner and Air Filter Deployment Program-Information sharing

 https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pages/air-conditioner-program.aspx?fbclid=IwAR1pnmbt9auATCV_kK2cCtMBWb5jWxOy7urAoeUWUSLK5ldqgr4FmsELcI0_aem_AcVQlZM4nEMIfQ86OjiU7jW7yu_rUbDbv_vKh9NbX753g25_vXTVscQSflMA53hAVGk&mibextid=Zxz2cZ%20(No%20subject)

Click the link above for full information. Below is a glimpse of the website.....

Who Is Eligible for an AC Unit?

People who are eligible:

• Do not have a cooling device, and
• Qualify for medical assistance through OHA, Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) or Medicare, or have received these services in the past 12 months, and
• Are at risk for heat-related illness. This includes:
• People age 65 years or older; or
• Medically fragile children; or
• People with a disability or health condition that makes them vulnerable to heat events. These include diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, obesity, or a respiratory disease.

Who Is Eligible for an Air Filtration Device?

People who are eligible:

• Do not have an air filtration device, and
• Live in Deschutes, Douglas, Jackson, Josephine, East Lane, Klamath or Lake County, and
• Qualify for medical assistance through OHA, ODHS or Medicare, or have received these services in the past 12 months, and
• Are at risk for health issues due to wildfire smoke. This includes:
• People age 65 years or older; or
  
• Medically fragile children; or
• People with a disability or health condition that makes them vulnerable to wildfire smoke. These include diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, obesity, or a respiratory disease.

Water Bill Assistance Funds available

We just got word today that there is some Water Assistance funds available through CSC. You can contact CSC to inquire. Phone number below: 

Assistance Programs in the area:

 Assistance Programs in the area:

CSC Energy Assistance Program:

https://communityservices.us/utility-assistance/

Pacific Power: Easy application online

https://www.pacificpower.net/my-account/payments/bill-payment-assistance/oregon-low-income-discount-program.html

Northwest Natural 

https://www.nwnatural.com/account/bill-discount-programhttps://www.nwnatural.com/account/bill-discount-program

Lifeline assistance:  this will give a phone discount for a home phone, possibly free cell phone through access wireless:

https://www.oregon.gov/puc/pages/oregon-lifeline.aspx?utm_source=PUC&utm_medium=egov_redirect&utm_campaign=http%3A//www.lifeline.oregon.gov/

Affordable Connectivity Program:  This program is offered through an internet provider. If you qualify, they will pay direct to the company for a house hold credit. 

https://www.fcc.gov/acp

Assurance Cell Phone - Free phone service - possible

https://www.assurancewireless.com/acp-phone/states/oregon-acp-free-phone-service

Xfinity - Save $30 with the affordable connectivity program: 

https://www.xfinity.com/learn/internet-service/acp#:~:text=Save%20up%20to%20%2430%2Fmo,towards%20Internet%20and%20Mobile%20services.&text=Am%20I%20eligible%3F,Only%20eligible%20households%20may%20enroll.

Benton County Food Pantries and Meal Sites List: 

BentonCountyFoodPantriesandMealSites.pdf

Pacific Power offering 20-40% discounts to lower-income households

 Pacific Power offering 20-40% discounts to lower-income households

The following link has information on how to apply to get assistance through Pacific Power. We are just sharing information, not part of any of the application process. 

https://centraloregondaily.com/pacific-power-low-income-discounts-electricity-bill/

NEED HELP PAYING YOUR WATER BILL? - Philomath Folks!

 Philomath Water Company folks: 

NEED HELP PAYING YOUR WATER BILL?

There is a new federal program, the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program, that is available to help households pay their water and wastewater (sewer) bills. 

To qualify:

• Be under 60% State Median Income, as shown in the chart below. *gross income is income BEFORE taxes and other deductions (including health insurance or support payments)

 

Household Unit Size	Annual Gross Income*	Monthly Gross Income*
1	$29,344	$2,445.33
2	$38,373	$3,197.75
3	$47,402	$3,950.17
4	$56,430	$4,702.50
5	$65,459	$5,454.92
6	$74,488	$6,207.33
7	$76,181	$6,348.42
8	$77,874	$6,489.50
9	$79,567	$6,630.58
10	$81,260	$6,771.67
11	$82,953	$6,912.75
12	$84,645	$7,053.75
Each Additional Member	$1,692	$141.00

•  Have a water/sewer bill in an adult household member’s name. 

To apply contact:  Community Services Consortium

If you have already received your Energy payment this program year please call the CSC help desk to apply:

            Benton or Linn County:        541-704-7632

            Lincoln County:                    888-851-0242

If you have not received Energy Assistance this year please pick up an application at one of our CSC locations or download an application from our website under Utility Assistance at: communityservices.us   (Completed applications are processed in the order they are received; must include proof of income, ID and utility bill.)

If you need assistance applying please schedule an appointment by calling our scheduling line for the county you reside in:

            Benton County:                    541-752-2840

            Lincoln County:                    541-265-3293 

            Linn County                          541-926-7163

Broadband Federal COVID Assistance

Federal COVID Assistance with your home wifi: 

https://getemergencybroadband.org/   https://getemergencybroadband.org/do-i-qualify/

Example: 

If Your Household Income Is a Certain Amount

You can get the Emergency Broadband Benefit if your income is 135% or less than the federal poverty guidelines. The guideline is based on your household size and state.

You will have to show proof of income, like pay stubs or a tax return, when you apply for the EBB Program.

Utility Assistance

 Utility Assistance is open for sign ups. If you need help, this is a great program run through our partner agency : Community Services Consortium. 

https://communityservices.us/utility-assistance/

Or call

541-752-2840 to get an appointment. 

Rental Assistance Program - CSC assistance

Do you need help during COVID19? We want to share some information wit you about local assistance. 

Please note that if you have been affected by COVID19 and are having a hard time with rent, there is a program right now helping with rent needs and other housing needs. 

Community Services Consortium Resources - help with food, housing, utilities, more...
http://csc.gen.or.us/

CSC Rental Assistance Program Screening Application - assistance that will pay rent and sometimes utilities through through Nov/Dec 2020
https://communityservices.us/rent-relief-questionnaire/

Community Services Consortium home page - other programs and resources
https://communityservices.us/

CSC Rental Releif Assistance

COVID-19 Community Support Program

Are you an OHP/Medicaid Member? 

I wanted to inform you IHN-CCO has expanded flexible service options right now to support members through COVID hardships, through a community support program.

Our Medical Management department will process requests for IHN-CCO members who are experiencing hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  There are 5 categories this community support program can support:

• Housing assistance (rent, mortgage, hotel, etc.)
• Utility assistance
• Food
• Household items (cleaning supplies, diapers, etc.)
• Transportation

Hardships may include income/job loss, lack of housing to shelter in place, lack of food and household supplies necessary to maintain health and safety, utility needs and transportation issues. 

Members were recently sent a letter providing this information and how they can submit a request on the samhealth.org IHN page, (this is going through Unite Us.)  Letter info as follows:

Non-Medical Needs

We may be able to help you through the hard times right now. If you do not have income, a safe place to stay, healthy food to eat, or other urgent issues, please go to samhealth.org/referralform to contact our Medical Management Department. You can also call the Medical Management Department through our Customer Service team. 

United Way has also created a webpage that lists many resources in the Benton, Lincoln, and Linn county area. Visit unitedwaylbl.org/covid-19resources for lists and links to other resources you may be able to use.

For information about business layoffs, closures, and unemployment benefits, visit govstatus.egov.com/orunemployment_covid19.

Members can submit forms here: https://www.ihntogether.org/in-your-community/covid-19-community-support-program

D4 DHS Informational- Good Information HERE

District 4 Department of Human Services

Linn, Benton, Lincoln Counties

Self Sufficiency Programs 

Department of Human Services offices are OPEN! We are applying the use of social/physical distancing and encouraging all customers to send inquiries, applications, and to complete appointments via phone, email and online services.  The health of all Oregonians is of the utmost importance and we feel these measures are a necessary step to protect everyone.

https://www.oregon.gov/DHS/COVID-19/Pages/Home.aspx or Twitter @OregonDHS

Department of Human Services: SNAP, TANF, ERDC, OHP, Domestic Violence assistance

Online at: https://apps.state.or.us/onlineApplication/ 

https://one.oregon.gov/ (medical)

Branch offices

Albany: (541) 967-2078, (866) 279-3290, fax (541) 967-2099

Corvallis: (541) 757-4201, fax (541) 757-4110

Lebanon: (541) 259-5860, fax (541) 258-6042

Newport: (541) 265-2248, fax (541) 574-0173 

EBT (Oregon Trail card) replacement for lost and stolen cards

1-855-328-6715 https://www.ebtedge.com/gov/portal/PortalHome.do 

Childcare information for Parents and providers (DPU): 1-800-699-9074

24/7 mandatory reporting for children, elderly, and disabled: 1-855-503-SAFE

Unemployment benefits: Call 1-877-FILE-4-UI or file online https://www.oregon.gov/employ/unemployment/pages/default.aspx

Legal Aid https://lasoregon.org/ 

Linn/Benton: (541) 926-8678 1-800-817-4605 Lincoln: (541) 265-5305 1-800-222-3884

Community Services Consortium: housing & utility assistance, Veteran/youth/family services

Call 541-928-6335 or email info@communityservices.us  

211 info

Call 211 or https://www.211info.org/  for up to date information and referrals.

ADRC Aging and Disability Resource Connection

ADRCmail@ocwcog.org  https://www.adrcoforegon.org/

Linn/Benton: call (541) 967- 8630 Lincoln:  call (541) 336-2289  

Pollywog for resources and information on early learning and children under 5

https://pollywogfamily.org/ or call 541.917.4884

United Way Linn, Benton, Lincoln Counties

http://www.unitedwaylbl.org/ 

*Resource list includes school meal site information and other local resources