Emergency Services
CARE provides financial assistance to qualified individuals with emergency needs, as funds are available. Some of the kinds of emergency assistance CARE offers to help Tillamook County residents are listed below.
1
One-time Rental Assistance
Rental Assistance funds are designed to meet a one-time need for rental assistance due to a crisis or unforeseen circumstance in households that are otherwise sustainable and able to pay rent on an ongoing basis. Funds may also be available for move in costs.
2
Homeless Services
Case Management, transitional housing, Permanent Supportive Housing, Veteran's Housing Services.
3
Utilities
We assist with the "must pay" amount, up to 75%, for essential utilities like electricity and water, in order to keep a service connected.
LIHEAP Low Income Energy Assistance Program
4
Prescriptions
Assistance is available to help cover some of the cost of prescriptions.
5
Shelter
Limited funds are available for short-term sheltering for homeless individuals. CARE also operates a warming center during extreme weather conditions from November through April.
6
Personal Items
Through partnerships in the community CARE is able to provide, shower vouchers and personal care items.
7
Other Needs
CARE strives to help in any way possible. We are always willing to consider any request from clients that are truly essential and emergent.
Let's Work Together
If you or someone you know needs assistance, please call us at 503-842-5261