DHS 9896 Rev. 7/2012

OREGON DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES

Self-Sufficiency Programs

Helping you be safe, healthy and

independent

Thanks to DHS for their guidance and encouragement. Now my children and I are no longer homeless and I have a full-time job.

– Program participant

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Let us help you reach your goals

I have always felt supported toward my goals from my DHS workers.

– Program participant

I needed the help of DHS during a challenging time in my life. They immediately got me involved in a JOBS program and now I have a job that I absolutely love.

– Program participant

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“This document can be provided upon request in alternative formats for individuals with disabilities or in a language other than English for people with limited English skills. To request this document in another format or language, call 503-945-5600, email TANF.publications@state.or.us or dial 711 for TTY.

The Department of Human Services (DHS) does not discriminate against anyone. This means that DHS will help all who qualify and will not treat anyone differently because of age, race, color, national origin, gender, religion, political beliefs, disability or sexual orientation.

Oregon Departmentof Human Services

Office of Self-Sufficiency ProgramsTelephone: 503-945-5600Fax: 503-373-7032www.oregon.gov/dhs

DHS has services to help individuals and families get on a path to self sufficiency. You may qualify for help in paying for food, living expenses, child care, medical coverage and more. You may also be able to get help finding a job.

Please talk with a DHS staff member to find out which services you may be able to get. DHS staff members can work with you to create a personalized plan to be safe, healthy and financially independent.

To locate the DHS office closest to you, call 1-800-SAFENET (1-800-723-3638) or visit our website at www.oregon.gov/dhs.

Self-Sufficiency Programs

Employment Related Day Care

• Help paying for child care while you work

• Can be used to pay for most types of child care

• Help finding quality child care through the local Child Care Resource and Referral Service

Family Support and Connections

• Help with the challenges of being a parent

• Someone who will listen without judgment

• Ways to connect with community resources

Medical coverage

• Medical coverage for adults and children

State Family Pre-SSI/SSDI Program

• Help applying for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits

• Monthly cash to help pay for living expenses during the application process

• Medical coverage

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Formerly Food Stamps

• Put healthy food on your table

• Increase your food budget

Temporary Assistance for Domestic Violence Survivors (TA-DVS)

• Temporary financial help

• Can be used for pregnant women or families fleeing domestic violence or at risk of returning to an abusive situation

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)

• Monthly cash to help pay for living expenses

• Services to help you get a job

Pre-TANF

• Identify your needs for services

• Get help paying for personal incidentals such as hygiene items

• Get ready for the next steps toward self sufficiency

Helping you succeed