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About this resource

Climate Support is a health-related social need (HRSN) service offered by the Oregon Health Plan aimed at enhancing safety during climate emergencies. The devices covered are intended solely for use in the member's home or primary residence and may consist of: -Air conditioners, heaters, and air filters to maintain healthy air quality and temperatures -Mini refrigerators for storing medications at low temperatures during power outages -Portable power supplies to run medical devices such as ventilators when the power is out. Members can access HRSN climate services only once throughout their lifetime.

Intake Procedure: Contact via phone, email, fax, or visit the website for further details.

Fees: None

Who can use this

  • Advanced Health members must fulfill the following criteria: -Have a qualifying living situation for HRSN services -Possess a health condition that complicates or endangers them during climate events -Reside in a location with electricity -Be able to safely use the device. For air conditioners or air filters: -Must not already possess one -Have received medical assistance currently or within the last 12 months through OHA, Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), or Medicare -Be at risk for heat-related illnesses due to being 65 years or older, a medically fragile child, or having a medical condition exacerbated by heat or smoke.

Documents you may need

  • Medicaid ID, HRSN Request Form for Climate-Related Device Request

Don't have these? Contact the organization—they may be able to help.

Get in touch

Walk-ins welcome

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