Our staff and conference volunteers understand that many households are struggling. We know many households are just one paycheck from being homeless, or one unexpected emergency away from being forced to choose between food and shelter. We are here to help those in need.
Our Emergency Services program is professionally staffed along with assistance from conference volunteers from St. Louise Parish. The staff and conference volunteers answer incoming phone calls and assisting walk-in clients from households across the Metro region seeking help.
When sufficient funds are available, we assist with rents, utilities, food, travel and other types of emergency needs. Walk-Ins are welcome and it is often faster for clients.
Our offices are open between the hours of 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. We are open Monday thru Friday. Our emergency assistance office is located at 5120 S.E. Milwaukie Ave. Portland, OR., Map Tel: 503-235-8431.
Due to the high numbers of phone calls and walk-in clients, please be patient. Our staff will serve you with the same caring attention.
For service in the Hillsboro area call 503-648-5097 AM only.
Hello im looking for help in paying my rent my work has/is slow down i cant pay my rent or bills so i am looking for some assistance or help if you are able to help me out im a single mom of two children. my email is anilsen730@yahoo.com my home address is 6830 n columbia way apt 9 portland oregon 97203 my phone is 5032609683 thanks again.
sincerely amber nilsen
Please call our emergency assistance office 503-235-8431
I don’t know if funding is available at this point but please call and they can let you know. You will be waiting on hold for some time so if it is convenient you could come to our office at 5120 SE Milwaukie Ave., Portland, OR 97202
We have just recently lost all of our income due to the fact that my boyfriend had a stroke and is unable to use his right hand (primary hand) we are fortunate enough to have gotten foodstamps, but now our rent is due and we have no way to pay it.
You need to call 503-235-8431 or go to 5120 SE Milwaukie Ave. between the hours of 10:00 – 12:00 and 1:00 – 4:00 monday – friday
I can not guarentee that funding is available but please try as soon as possible.
Hi. I am a single mom of 4 children and I am in need of help getting them shoes and clothing. I would love any information on where to go or if you guys can help. I am on state aid and cannot afford the extras like clothing and shoes. Thank you much for your help.
Kathlena,
I know that you can contact the school the kids are attending and get a voucher for the clothing closet in the school district. Also I believe snowcap and sunshine (I think its called that). You might also try freecycle and/or craigslist. Good luck.