Resources
If you’re experiencing a medical emergency, call 911.
If you need assistance but aren’t sure what kind, call 211. Tell the receptionist what kind of help you are looking for, and he/she will help make the connection.
See below for a comprehensive list of resources, and do not hesitate to call us at 503-226-7079 if you can’t find what you’re looking for.
General Wellness
Jewish Federation – Wellness PDX
Wellness PDX, created by the Jewish Federation of Greater Portland shares resources and virtual events connected to mental health and wellness.
Education and Learning
Some schools, libraries, and companies offer online learning tools for free or low cost. Multnomah County Library, the New York Times, Self Enhancement Inc, and folks in the homeschooling community have some options to start with.
Next Generations Group
Serving descendants and survivors in the Portland Metro area with educational and social programs. Visit their website nextgenerationsgroup.wordpress.com to find out more, or contact Sue Wendel at suemwendel@gmail.com for questions or if you’d like to be added to their monthly newsletter.
Youth ERA
Youth ERA offers several ways for youth and young adults to meet online, get support, and talk through life. Visit their website here.
Mental and Physical Health Resources
Multnomah County Crisis Line: (503) 988-4888
Washington County Crisis Line: (503) 291-9111
Clackamas County Crisis Line: (503) 655-8585
Clackamas County Non-emergency line: (503) 742-5335
SW Washington Crisis Line: (800) 626-8137 or TTY (866) 835-2755
AA/Substance Abuse
Alcoholics Anonymous’s website is: https://www.aa.org
An online option for AA groups is: http://aa-intergroup.org
For early morning AA folks, you can find 6am virtual meetings at: portlandeyeopener.com
Oregon SUD Resources Collaborative: www.orsudresources.org
Suicide Prevention Resource Center
SPRC has compiled a selection of web pages and information sheets on mental health and coping with the effects of COVID-19.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
NAMI created COVID-19 Resources and Information Guides. They provide insights on how to handle the emotional and mental tolls of living in a pandemic. You can view their guides by visiting NAMI’s website.
You Are Not Alone
The Oregon Department of Human Services compiled links to helplines with translation services, along with other online resources, at their You Are Not Alone webpage.
Reach Out Oregon
Reach Out Oregon is an initiative to support mental, behavioral, and emotional wellness for families and youth. Visit the Reach Out Oregon website or call their parent warmline at 1-833-732-2467
Youthline
Youthline is a teen-to-teen crisis, support, and help line open daily from 4 to 10 p.m. PST via call, text, and chat. Adults answer phone calls at all other times, so teens have support 24/7. Call 877-968-8491. Text teen2teen to 839863. Chat at oregonyouthline.org.
Outside In
https://outsidein.org/young-adult-services/
Call (503) 535-3800 or email info@outsidein.org
Outside In’s young adult services provide support to youth and young adults age 16-24 with an emphasis on those experiencing homelessness. Their services include housing, education, counseling, healthy meals, health care, and more.
Senior Loneliness Line
With senior living communities and the public trying to limit exposure to COVID-19, many seniors may be feeling more isolated than usual. Call the statewide line at 503-200-1633 or visit seniorlonelinessline.org.
The Dougy Center
The Dougy center has grief resources and support programs for children and families experiencing a loss.
Domestic Violence
If you or someone you know needs help or just want to talk with someone, all of these sites below are available. Each offer chat and text options as well, which can be crucial if the abusive person is in the home and the survivor might be overheard, especially right now.
Call to Safety (formerly known as The Portland Woman’s Hotline)
calltosafety.org, Local: 503.235.5333, Everywhere else: 1.888.235.5333
The National Domestic Violence Hotline
www.thehotline.org, 1−800−799−7233
The Child Abuse Hotline
www.childhelphotline.com, 1-800-422-4453
The Sexual Assault Hotline
www.rainn.org, 1-800-656-4673
Gateway Center (not accepting walk-ins at this time due to the pandemic)
https://multco.us/dv/gateway-center-domestic-violence-services
(503) 988-6400
Provides one-on-one support with experienced advocates who help individuals develop a personal plan and connect with other services.
LGBTQ+
Q Center
The Q Center provides a variety of services for the LGBTQ+ community, including addiction and mental health support programs and services for veterans, youth, and seniors.
Call (503) 234-7837 or email info@pdxqcenter.org
SAGE Metro Portland
https://www.friendlyhouseinc.org/for-adults-seniors/sage/
To contact an Information and Referral Specialist: (503) 224-2640
Sage works to enhance the lives of older lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender community members through education, advocacy, outreach, and resource development.
Food Resources
Oregon Food Bank Food Finder
https://foodfinder.oregonfoodbank.org/
The Oregon Food Bank’s Food Finder map shows food pantries and pick-up locations across Oregon
Sunshine Division
(503) 823-2102
Sunshine Division’s food pantries have temporarily moved to providing emergency food boxes, available for pick-up or delivery. There are two locations in Portland, on N Thompson St and SE Start St. Please see the website for each location’s hours or to request delivery.
Housing Resources
NAMI
https://namior.org/resources/community-resource-lists/housing/
Housing Resources for Portland and all of Oregon
Human Solutions
(503) 548-0200
Human Solutions supports families in finding permanent, affordable housing.
HomeForward (housing wait-lists are currently closed, but you can sign up for the eNewsletter to be informed when wait-lists open again)
(503) 802-8300
Northwest Pilot Project
https://www.nwpilotproject.org/
(503) 227-5605
NW Pilot Project helps connect low-income and very low-income seniors (55 and over) to permanent, affordable housing.
Homeless Shelter Directory
https://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org/oregon.html
Portland Shelter List
Immigration Services
Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO)
Call (503) 234-1541 or email info@irco.org
IRCO provides employment and training, immigration legal services, and services for children, youth, families, and seniors.
SOAR Immigration Legal Services
https://emoregon.org/soar-legal/
Call (503) 384-2482 or email soarlegal@emoregon.org
Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon’s SOAR Immigration Legal Services provides culturally competent, immigration-related legal representation and education to low income refugees and immigrants in and around the Portland metro area.
Transportation Reources
TriMet LIFT
https://trimet.org/lift/index.htm
(503) 962-8000
Trimet LIFT provides shared-ride services for people who are unable to use regular buses and trains due to a disability or disabling health condition.
Ride Connection
(503) 226-0700 TTY: 711
Ride Connection serves older adults and people with disabilities. They provide transportation support services to people in the Portland metro region and Washington County.
Portland-area Congregations
Ahavath Achim
Beit Haverim (South Metro Jewish Congregation)
Chabad of Hillsboro
Congregation Beit Yosef
Congregation Beth Israel
Congregation Kesser Israel
Congregation Kol Ami (Vancouver)
Congregation Neveh Shalom
Congregation Shaarie Torah
Congregation Shir Tikvah
Havurah Shalom
Kol Shalom, Community for Humanistic Judaism
P’nai Or of Portland
Portland-area Jewish Organizations
Health and Aging
Cedar Sinai Park and Robison Health Center
Rose Schnitzer Manor
Youth-Centered and Schools
B’nai B’rith Camp
Maayan Torah Day School
Maimonides Jewish Day School
Oregon NCSY
The PJ Library
Portland Jewish Academy
United Synagogue Youth – Portland Rishonim
Community and Continuing Education
Chabad of Oregon
Hadassah – Portland Chapter
Institute for Judaic Studies
Jewish Federation of Greater Portland
Jewish Genealogical Society of Oregon
Mittleman Jewish Community Center
Moishe House Portland
Oregon Jewish Life
Oregon Jewish Community Foundation
Oregon Jewish Museum & Center for Holocaust Education
Portland Kollel
Portland State University, Harold Schnitzer Family Program in Judaic Studies
University of Oregon, Harold Schnitzer Family Program in Judaic Studies
Community Events
For additional resources and information, please contact the Jewish Federation of Greater Portland at 503-245-6219 or visit www.jewishportland.org.