housing assistance for parkrose residents
Connecting you to the help you need
Historic Parkrose is committed to increasing social equity, economic opportunity, and safety in Portland’s Parkrose district.
We make change happen by fostering collaboration between our diverse neighbors, local businesses, and property owners.
If you are unhoused or experiencing housing insecurity in Parkrose, see all of the resources listed below for assistance.
Supportive Housing Services (SHS) Program
Historic Parkrose is not currently a direct provider of rental assistance. If you need rent assistance, please contact 211 or one of the other agencies below.
Resources
ALBA Collaborative
newavenues.org/alba-collaborative
Who? Youth ages 9-17 who are at-risk of or experiencing housing instability.
Where? 470 SE 165th Ave., Portland, OR 97233
What? The program offers community-and site-based case management, family mediation and reunification support, in-reach to schools and response to law enforcement, crisis intervention, and short-term emergency housing menu, basic needs and transportation, client assistance, resource referral, and navigation (including access to alternative education options, LGBTQ-specific programs, wraparound services for gang-impacted and sex-trafficked youth).
The New Avenues Youth Opportunity Center offers drop-in hours for youth to use computers, access culturally specific hygiene products, laundry, quiet spaces, and more. Monday-Friday 10am-6pm.
Contact: To connect with the program, make a referral, or learn more, call 971-754-4350 or email alba@newavenues.org. If you are in need of immediate assistance or crisis support, call our 24/7/365 line at 503-224-4598.
Transition Projects Veterans Services
tprojects.org/get-assistance/veterans-services
Who? Individuals who have served in the military and their families who are unhoused or experiencing housing insecurity
Where? 8028 E Burnside St, Portland, OR 97215
What? This program offers a variety of supportive services to veterans (including National Guard or Reserves) such as access to legal assistance, benefits advocacy, and homelessness prevention services.
How?
- Veterans Services Pre-Screening Form – tprojects.org/veterans-services-pre-screening-form
- Permanent Supportive Housing Pre–Screening Form (for non-Veterans to access Transition Projects general housing services) – tprojects.org/housing-assessment
Contact info: Email Veterans Outreach Supervisor Gelinda Chernault at chernault@tprojects.org or call 503-488-7725
p:ear
Who? Unhoused youth, ages 16-25
Where? 338 NW 6th Ave, Portland, OR 97209
What? An art program, bike shop, and safe space with limited hours due to COVID-19.
Contact: Email Safe Space Coordinator Tony Camacho at tony@pearmentor.org or call 503-228-6677
Call 211
211info empowers Oregon and Southwest Washington communities by helping people identify, navigate and connect with the local resources they need.
Rahab’s Sisters
Who? Those marginalized by poverty, houselessness, sex work, violence and substance use.
Where? St Peter & Paul Episcopal Church, 247 SE 82nd Ave, Portland, OR
What? Meals and supplies on Fridays (7-9pm)
Private eating area for non-cis men
Mental health providers
Camp outreach in Montavilla
Contact: Email community@rahabs-sisters.org or call 971-208-3176.
The Urban League Portland
Who? Prioritizes BIPOC single adults, but welcomes all to call.
What? Housing assistance hotline for housed and unhoused folks.
How? Call 503-280-2600
When? Open twice a month, usually the second and last Friday of the month. Can vary, but please do call to check in.
Contact info: Email Housing Specialist Ramon Lowe at rlowe@ulpdx.org or their general email address at ulpdx@ulpdx.org
