Help aging out of foster care in Oregon
We've found 6 places in Oregon for people aging out of foster care, mostly in Portland, and 5 that serve the whole state. Our volunteers haven't confirmed these yet, so a quick call ahead is worth it. Most of them help with benefits & cash (3), id & documents (3) and shelter & housing (2).
Places in Oregon
211info
Oregon's information and referral line connecting callers to shelter, food, health care, mental health, and employment help across the state and Southwest Washington. Dial 211, or text your ZIP code to 898211 during weekday business hours.
Youth Transitions Program (Independent Living Program)
State program for current and former foster youth covering skill-building, Youth Transition Funds, the Chafee Education and Training Grant (up to $5,000 per year through age 25), and housing subsidies for those aging out. Youth still in care go through their caseworker; youth already out call to request an ILP case.
Oregon Vital Records (Center for Health Statistics)
Where to get a certified copy of an Oregon birth certificate. The first copy costs $25 ($28 in person with ID authentication); appointments are same-day for most records, mail orders take 3–5 weeks. One valid government photo ID or three documents from the approved list are required.
Oregon DMV Identification Card
State ID card issuance. Make an appointment or use standby service at a DMV office, bring proof of identity and Oregon address, provide a Social Security number or certify you have none, and pay the fee. An interim card is issued on the spot; the permanent card arrives by mail within about 20 days.
ONE Customer Service Center (SNAP, OHP, TANF)
Single point of entry for Oregon food benefits (SNAP), the Oregon Health Plan, TANF cash, child care assistance, and TA-DVS funds for people leaving domestic violence. Apply through the ONE portal online, by phone on weekdays, or in person at a local office.
Legal Aid Services of Oregon – Portland Regional Office
Free civil legal help for low-income residents of Multnomah, Clackamas, Hood River, Sherman, and Wasco counties, including housing, benefits, and domestic violence matters. Intake is by phone only during weekday hours; interpreters are provided on request.
National lines that work in Oregon
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 for any mental health or substance use crisis. Available to anyone in any program.
Lifeline free phone program
Free or discounted phone and service for people on Medicaid, SNAP, SSI, or low income. Apply online or through a carrier.