Benefits

The Oregon Home Care Commission

The Oregon Home Care Commission website has information about:

The STEPS program which provides training to help individuals with disabilities and the elderly hire, train and manage their own home care providers
Personal support worker tools
Training for Home Care Workers and Personal Support Workers

Disability Rights Oregon

Disability Rights Advocacy & Protection for Individuals Throughout Oregon
610 SW. Broadway, Suite 200
Portland, OR 97205

Fax: 1-503-243-1738
http://disabilityrightsoregon.org/

Social Security Administration

Call (800) 772-1213 or apply for benefits online at the Social Security Website if you are unable to work.

Cover Oregon

Check for your eligibility for medical benefits and make an application at http://www.coveroregon.com/

Oregon DHS Programs and Services

Find local offices and information on eligibility for financial assistance for low income individuals and families at http://www.oregon.gov/DHS/

Additional Resources

Wheelchair Foundation: Wheelchairs for individuals who cannot afford one
Access Technologies, Inc.: Provides equipment and training to people with hearing and vision loss
Full Access Brokerage: Helping individuals with disabilities get access to services
United Spinal Association Tech Guide: Wheelchair and scooter info and reviews
disabilitycompass.org: Legal Help for the Handicapped