Emergency Housing Assistance

Geographic Scope: Harney and Malheur Counties, Oregon

Focus Areas: Emergency shelter, homelessness prevention, housing stability

Community in Action serves homeless families and at-risk individuals who have obstacles that prevent or imminently threaten their ability to obtain and/or maintain safe, decent, affordable housing. Services provided may include financial assistance, budget counseling, landlord advocacy, and linkages to community agencies. Emergency Housing Assistance provides short-term emergency shelter and may be provided to households that would otherwise spend the night on the street, in their car, or in a place not meant for habitation.

Services Provided:

• Financial assistance
• Budget counseling
• Landlord advocacy
• Linkages to community agencies
• Case management

Eligibility: Income limits apply; refer to Income Limits form

Funding Status: Funding for this program is limited, eligibility requirements apply, and participation is subject to funding availability.

Contact Information: Community in Action Housing Department

Application Process

1. Obtain Service Request Packet:
   • Service Request Package - English
   • Service Request Packet - Spanish
2. Complete all required forms:
   • Service Request Packet (all sections required)
   • Servicepoint Disclosure
3. Submit application

Required Materials

• Completed Service Request Packet
• Servicepoint Disclosure form
• Income documentation
• Proof of homelessness or at-risk status per HUD definition