Oregon Department Of Human Services Caf Morrow And Umatilla Counties

About this resource

Who can use this

• Eligibility is assessed individually, with income limits set at 200% of the federal poverty level or lower, considering various factors like income sources, housing and utility costs, medical expenses for those aged 60 and above or with disabilities, and family relationships. Additional criteria may apply for students, immigrants, and adults aged 18-52 without dependents, and applicants must be U.S. citizens or meet certain non-citizen conditions.

Documents you may need

• No documents are required to submit an application. The following documents may be requested during or after the interview: -Social Security number (SSN) for everyone who wishes to apply for benefits (not required to provide Social Security card) -Proof of gross income for the last 30 days (pay stubs, a letter from the employer, an award letter, for self-employment bank statements showing business revenue and costs) -Non-citizens must provide legal documentation for ODHS to determine if they meet the eligibility criteria. Some examples include I-94, Permanent Resident Card, I-551, Employment Authorization, and I-688B. -Photo ID may be helpful but is not required. ODHS can verify identity with an SSN or another method. -Applicants experiencing homelessness will need a temporary mailing address to apply. An eligibility worker will assist if other documents are needed -Applicants who have trouble obtaining proof of income or other documents can have an eligibility worker help them obtain income verification and other needed information -Adults age 60 and older and adults with disabilities may be eligible for increased benefits by providing proof of their out-of-pocket medical expenses

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