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   Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
Information about eligibiltiy for TANF benefits based on the continued absence of one or both parents.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon  
    Other Formats:   This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. PDF File   Word File
    Read this in: Spanish / Español 		  
   
   Temporary Assistance for Domestic Violence Survivors (TA-DVS)
Information about funds that might be available through the Oregon DHS TA-DVS program for domestic violence survivors if needed for safety. These funds may also be available for stalking and sexual assault survivors.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon  
    Other Formats:   This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. PDF File   Word File
    Read this in: Spanish / Español 		  
   
   JOBS Support Service Payments from DHS
Information about JOBS Support Service payments - which are supplemental payments to cover costs that will help families find or retain a job.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon  
    Other Formats:   This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. PDF File   Word File
    Read this in: Spanish / Español 		  
   
   DHS Fraud Investigators
Welfare and Food Stamp fraud investigators search for possible fraud. Find out about your rights.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon  
    Other Formats:   This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. PDF File   Word File
    Read this in: Spanish / Español 		  
   
   DHS Overpayments
Information on overpayments in DHS programs such as TANF, Food Stamps and Medical Benefits.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon  
    Other Formats:   This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. PDF File   Word File 		  
   
   How to Write an Affidavit
Information on why and how to write an affidavit.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon  
    Other Formats:   This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. PDF File   Word File
    Read this in: Spanish / Español 		  
   
   Public Benefits and Your Immigration Status
It is possible to receive many types of public benefits without affecting your immigration status. Read more about this here.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon  
    Other Formats:   This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. PDF File   Word File
    Read this in: Spanish / Español 		  
   
   Verification (Proof)
Whenever you apply for public assistance (such as food stamps, emergency assistance, TANF, etc.), DHS or the DSO will ask you for verification. What is verification? Find out here.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon  
    Other Formats:   This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. PDF File   Word File 		  
   
   Cash and Food Stamp Benefits for Low Income Oregonians
Information about cash benefits for which you may be eligible which are different from and not so well known as the TANF benefit program.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon  
    Other Formats:   This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. PDF File   Word File
    Read this in: Spanish / Español 		  
   
   The Pre-TANF Program
Most people applying for cash assistance in the state of Oregon start out in the Pre-TANF Program (formerly the Assessment Program). This flyer explains what the Pre-TANF Program is, what benefits you can get while in the Pre-TANF Program, and your rights under this program.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon  
    Other Formats:   This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. PDF File   Word File
    Read this in: Spanish / Español 		  
   
   Unemployment Benefits for Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault or Stalking Survivors
A new law in Oregon provides unemployment benefits to certain victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking if they are forced to leave a job in order to protect their safety or the safety of their children.
By: Legal Aid Services of Oregon  
    Other Formats:   This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. PDF File   Word File
    Read this in: Spanish / Español 		  
   
Employment Programs
 
   Job Opportunities and Basic Skills (JOBS) Program
Information about the Job Oppportunities and Basic Skills (JOBS) Program for people receiving TANF benefits.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon  
    Other Formats:   This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. PDF File   Word File
    Read this in: Spanish / Español 		  
   
   JOBS Support Service Payments from DHS
Information about JOBS Support Service payments - which are supplemental payments to cover costs that will help families find or retain a job.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon  
    Other Formats:   This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. PDF File   Word File
    Read this in: Spanish / Español 		  
   
   Oregon Job Listings (Separate Website)
The Employment Department of the State of Oregon lists many jobs available in Oregon. Check here.
By: Oregon Employment Department
    Read this in: Spanish / Español 		  
   
   Oregon Child Care Subsidy (Separate Website)
Information about child care subsidies that are available for eligible working parents.
By: Oregon Department of Human Servic