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Community Resources | The Arc Jackson County Oregon

Community Resources

SNAP Benefit Information

Federal government shutdown and SNAP benefits information from the Oregon Department of Human Services.

OHRA Opportunities for Housing, Resources, & Assistance

OHRA’s mission is to help low-income people build better lives. By offering hope and access to social services, we encourage those in need on the path to self-sufficiency.

Jackson County Mental Health

Provides mental health services and support for individuals and families in crisis.

Rogue Valley Family YMCA

Offers inclusive programs and activities for people of all abilities.

Autism Society Oregon

Connects families with autism support services and educational resources.

Community Works

Empowers anyone impacted by domestic and sexual violence through crisis advocacy, education, and support services.

St. Vincent De Paul

Provides a homeless family shelter, hot lunches & groceries, urban rest stop, advocacy and social service support.

Center for NonProfit Legal Services

CNPLS is a private non-profit law firm, providing high quality legal representation to elderly and low-income residents of Jackson County.

Employment Related Day Care Program

The Employment Related Day Care (ERDC) program helps families who are working, in school, or receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) pay for child care, including registration fees.

Fair Housing Council of Oregon

Promoting justice, equity & inclusion in housing across Oregon.

Work Incentive Network

The Work Incentives Network is one of two Oregon programs that offer no-cost benefits counseling to Oregonians with disabilities who are interested in working. Certified benefits counselors (called Work Incentive Coordinators) help people with SSI or SSDI disability benefits understand how working may affect their benefits and how work incentives can help them meet their job goals. 

Oregon ABLE Savings

For too long, people with disabilities could not save for the future out of fear of losing needed government benefits. An Oregon ABLE Savings Plan is a way to save for eligible expenses, invest for the future, and keep the benefits you rely on every day.

Oregon Homeowner Assistance Fund

Offers mortgage relief to Oregon home owners.

ACCESS Food and Nutrition

Provides food assistance and nutritional education to families in need. 

Maslow Project

Supports homeless youth and families with essential services and resources.

United Way of Jackson County

Funds local programs that improve education, income, and health.

Jackson County Developmental Disabilities Services

Offers case management and support for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Family Nurturing Center

Free Family Support
for Parents, Foster Parents, and Caregivers

Food Bank Resources

  • Salvation Army – 922 N. Central Ave, Medford – Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9am – 3pm 
  • First Christian Church – 1900 Crater Lake Ave, Medford – Monday 12pm – 1pm
  • West Medford Pantry – 750 N. Columbus Ave, Medford – Tuesday 1pm – 4pm
  • St. Mark’s Episcopal Church – 140 N. Oakdale Ave, Medford – Wednesday 9am – 11am
  • Healthy Mobile Pantry, White City Library – 3143 Avenue C, White City – Thursday 1pm – 3pm  
  • God’s Food Pantry – 1032 W Main St, Medford – Friday 9am – 1pm 

Oregon Special Needs Trust

The Oregon Special Needs Trust (OSNT) is a pooled trust established to offer families a dependable, affordable way to provide financial security and an enhanced quality of life for their loved ones, while preserving the benefits that they depend on in their daily lives.

Oregon Special Needs Trust - Remainder Grant Program

The following unique grant opportunities are available: 

  • Convention/Conference Grant
  • Higher Education Grant
  • Final Expense Grant
  • Accessibility Grant
  • Legal Expense Grant