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Oregon Department Of Human Services Caf Clatsop, Columbia, And Tillamook Counties

Community Resource

Serves: Service area varies

About this resource

This initiative provides monetary assistance to families with children who are financially struggling, helping them work towards self-sufficiency. The financial aid is designed to cover essential needs like food, clothing, housing, and utility bills. Recipients of TANF may also have the opportunity to engage in the Jobs Opportunity and Basic Skills (JOBS) program, which supports them in earning a high school diploma or GED, alongside job readiness and essential life skills.

Intake Procedure: Applications can be submitted online, over the phone, or in person at a local office (note that Processing Centers do not provide in-person services). After submitting the application: - The local DHS office will reach out to schedule either an in-person or phone interview - Applicants can also directly contact the local DHS office to arrange their interview - DHS representatives are unable to leave messages on voicemails that do not have the applicant's name in the greeting.

Fees: No fees apply.

Who can use this

To qualify, applicants must be low-income families with children under 18 or pregnant women in their ninth month, reside in Oregon, have minimal income and resources, and be U.S. citizens or qualified non-citizens.

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Documents you may need

Proof of ID, proof of income, Social Security numbers (SSN) for all members of the family who want benefits, and proof of immigration status (if applicable). 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

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