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Free and Low Cost Health and Mental Health Help in Oregon

How to get health coverage with the Oregon Health Plan, find a health center, and reach crisis and substance use help lines in Oregon, including 988 and Lines for Life.

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911Danger or emergency right now988Call or text. Crisis or thinking about suicide. 24 hours211Shelter, food, bills, anything else1 800 799 7233Someone hurting you at home. Text START to 88788

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Hi friend. You deserve care, even if money is tight. The Oregon Health Plan can cover medical, dental, prescriptions and mental health care at no cost to members.

Call or text 988Apply for OHPAlcohol and Drug Helpline

Quick answers

What is the Oregon Health Plan and how do I apply?

OHP is Oregon's Medicaid program. It covers medical, dental, prescription and behavioral health care at no cost to members. People of any age or immigration status may be eligible. Apply at ONE.Oregon.gov, call 800 699 9075, visit an ODHS office, or use a free OHP assister. Enrollment is always open.

Official page: oregon.gov/oha/HSD/OHP/Pages/Apply.aspx

Who do I call with questions about my OHP coverage?

Call 800 273 0557 for coverage questions. For application questions, call 800 699 9075. Both accept relay calls. Free in person help is available from OHP assisters.

Official page: healthcare.oregon.gov/Pages/find-help.aspx

What if I'm in crisis or thinking about suicide?

Call or text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org/chat. Press 1 for veterans or 2 for Spanish. In Portland, you can also call 911 and ask for CHAT or Portland Street Response, or call Multnomah County Behavioral Health at 503 988 4888.

Official page: oregon.gov/OHA/HSD/AMH/Pages/Get-Help.aspx

Where can I get help with alcohol or drug use?

Call the Alcohol and Drug Helpline at 800 923 4357, 24 hours, for support and treatment referrals. The Oregon Hopeline at 833 975 0505 also gives 24 hour support for people using substances and their loved ones.

Official page: linesforlife.org/get-help-now

Is there a clinic for someone without a home?

Use the HRSA Find a Health Center tool to look for health centers near you. In Portland, the county lists a weekly medical clinic at the Bud Clark Commons Resource Center, 650 NW Irving Street. Call 503 280 4700 for details.

Official page: hsd.multco.us/?p=8394

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Bunkly tip: Medicaid from another state doesn't transfer. If you moved to Oregon, you need to apply for OHP here.

Who to call in Oregon

Here are official places to start. Other places may also help. Each place decides who it can serve, and hours change, so call ahead when you can.

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