Housing Assistance

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?

Contact info: Email Veterans Outreach Supervisor Gelinda Chernault at chernault@tprojects.org or call 503-488-7725

p:ear

pearmentor.org

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.org

211info empowers Oregon and Southwest Washington communities by helping people identify, navigate and connect with the local resources they need.

Rahab’s Sisters

rahabs-sisters.org

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

ulpdx.org/programs/housing

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