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In the past year, CareOregon invested more than $26 million in grants to 28 organizations across Oregon in the areas of housing, behavioral health, substance use disorder and health care workforce development, as well as to support Oregon Health Plan redetermination efforts.
The grants were awarded to community-based organizations, providers and state agencies to help address the most critical needs of members and provider partners.
“We are actively helping fill gaps in our health care ecosystem and these grants continue CareOregon’s emphasis on working with our partners to meet the highest needs of individuals and families in communities throughout Oregon,” said Jeremiah Rigsby, CareOregon Chief of Staff.
“We do this because we know that housing is health; we understand the need for more behavioral health and substance use disorder treatments and services; and we’ve seen how crucial it is to improve access to those resources. We also know that quality health care means investing in the workforce that makes that care possible. We are proud to partner with these organizations that better the health of our community.”
Most of the funding focused on Oregon’s most critical issues: the state’s housing crisis, lack of access to treatment for substance use disorders, the rise in drug overdose deaths and the need to grow the health care workforce to continue to provide equitable and quality health care for diverse communities.
CareOregon also provided grants to organizations assisting people in redetermining their eligibility for the Oregon Health Plan so they may continue receiving the care they need.
CareOregon’s funding provides direct support by investing in staffing costs, creating and expanding programming and developing new facilities and housing units.
"The grant we received from CareOregon was truly transformational for us,” said Laura Golino de Lovato, Executive Director of Northwest Pilot Project, an organization dedicated to providing eviction-prevention services for low-income seniors struggling to maintain permanent and affordable housing.
“Thanks to this support, we are able to provide more options for in-home care such as caregiving for our older adult clients. When an older adult can't address basic activities like housekeeping or meal preparation, it may put their health at risk
and may put them at risk of eviction. Caregiving is a cost-effective, upstream solution to eviction—and possible homelessness—for many of our clients.”
Community Action Organization – $500,000
Supporting the Culturally Specific Rent Assistance Program, providing eviction prevention and direct assistance to BIPOC families and linguistically isolated communities in Washington County.
Community Partners for Affordable Housing – $150,000
Expanding supportive housing services across their properties, ensuring residents receive necessary assistance.
Supporting programs aimed at matching homeowners with individuals seeking affordable housing, fostering mutually beneficial housing arrangements.
Supporting community-driven housing services and culturally specific programs that address the needs of underserved populations in Washington County.
Supporting resident services across 11 properties with over 730 units of affordable and permanent supportive housing, focusing on community development and housing stability.
Just Compassion of East Washington County – $250,000
Developing a 60-bed overnight shelter in Tigard, set to be completed by 2025, expanding access to emergency shelter and support services.
Northwest Housing Alternatives – $400,000
Helping to sustain resident services staffing and eviction prevention activities, with a focus on tenants facing high housing instability.
Northwest Pilot Project – $300,000
Providing flexible, direct services beyond rent assistance, focusing on eviction prevention and addressing the needs of Portland's aging, low-income population.
OnTrack Rogue Valley – $2,000,000
Supporting the development of the Cobblestone Family Treatment Campus, expanding residential treatment for families and providing comprehensive services aimed at breaking cycles of trauma and addiction.
Options for Housing, Resources and Assistance (OHRA) – $350,000
Eviction prevention for 170 families and provide resources for housing over 50 households, along with critical services at their resource center.
Washington County Department of Housing Services – $3,000,000
Constructing a Permanent Supportive Housing unit, offering long-term housing solutions and wrap-around services for individuals experiencing homelessness.
Transition Projects – $250,000
Maintaining and improving permanent supportive housing units and supporting services for women in recovery, including funding for a wellness specialist position.
Addiction Recovery Center – $1,500,000
Expanding withdrawal management services, increasing capacity to serve 1,200 individuals annually, and reducing waitlist times for treatment.
Columbia Memorial Hospital – $2,000,000
Increasing health care services and facilities as part of a large hospital expansion and modernization project, improving access to medical care in underserved areas.
Bridges to Change – $1,200,000
Renovating two housing locations in East Portland for individuals with high mental health and substance use disorder needs, along with staffing and operational support.
Expanding the Talbert Health Center, which provides integrated health services, including mental health, addiction treatment, and housing support, for individuals in Clackamas County.
Portland Fire and Rescue CHAT Program – $2,600,000
Funds for the CHAT program help community members access available health care services rather than calling 9-1-1, redirecting patients back to a primary care clinic or a behavioral health provider.
Supporting team-based care transformation, allowing clinics to streamline patient care and integrate services for improved health outcomes.
Greater New Hope Charities – $608,000
Supporting programs aimed at workforce development and community health services, addressing critical needs in the region.
Creating a Community Health Worker certification program, designed to provide workforce development and support for community-based health services.
To train community health workers and offer continuing education opportunities, aiming to expand the program’s reach and sustainability across the state.
Ashland Community Health Foundation – $1,000,000
For workforce development initiatives, including scholarships and faculty positions aimed at increasing the local behavioral health and nursing workforce.
Cascades AIDS Project – $250,000
Supporting the renovation of Prism Health II and covers startup staffing costs, ensuring access to medical care for individuals affected by HIV/AIDS.
Rogue Valley Family YMCA – $600,000
Expanding health and wellness programs, particularly focused on families and youth in the Rogue Valley region.
Establishing OHSU’s pioneering new Preventive Medicine Residency, which trains future leaders in public health and general preventive medicine while being dedicated to promoting health equity, actively engaging in scientific research, and prioritizing evidence-based approaches in clinical preventive medicine.
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