Parent Resources
Mental Health & Well-Being
- Mid Columbia Center for Living Crisis Services: 541-296-5452. 24/7 crisis support is provided for adults and children at risk to harm themselves and/or others, and/or an inability to care for oneself due to mental health problems. 24 Hour Crisis Hotline 1-888-877-9147. https://www.mccfl.org/services/mental-health/crisis/
- MCMC Immediate Care: 541-506-5880. 9am-7pm . Walk-in clinic for urgently needed care. No appointment needed.
- One Community Health Express Clinic: 541-296-4610.
- The Next Door: 541-436-0338 or email [email protected]. The Next Door’s mental health services are specialized to the needs of young people ages 2-26 and mothers of all ages.
- YouthLine: A teen to teen crisis help line that can be accessed in many different ways. Teens are available to talk from 4pm to 10pm. Call 1-877-968-8941. Text ‘teen2teen’ to 839863. Chat www.oregonyouthline.org
- HAVEN: 541-296-1662. Crisis support and safety planning for those experiencing domestic and sexual violence in The Dalles and surrounding communities.
- National Suicide Prevention Hotline: English: 1-800-273-8255 and Spanish: 1-300-628-9454. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones. https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
- Trevor Project: Text START to 678678 or TrevorLifeLine: 1-866-488-7386. Provides support to LGBTQ students in crisis. https://www.thetrevorproject.org/
- Call to Safety: 888-235-5333. If you are an adult and worried about your safety at home. https://calltosafety.org/
- National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 and TTY 1-800-787-3224. Confidential hotline for anyone experiencing domestic violence or abuse. https://www.thehotline.org/
- Military 24-hour HelpLine: 888-457-4838 or text MIL1 to 839863. Support for service members, veterans, and their families that is independent of any branch of the military or government. https://www.linesforlife.org/mhl/
- Dougy Center: 503-775-5683. Phone lines open 9-5 Monday–Friday. Provides support for Grieving Children and Families. https://www.dougy.org
Community Resources
211: A comprehensive list of all social, mental health and community resources in the state of Oregon. Information at 211 is current and up to date.
- Call 211 by cellphone
- Text zip code to 898211
Food Resources
- Oregon Food Bank: Food distribution sites, from various organizations in our community. https://foodfinder.oregonfoodbank.org/
- Meals on Wheels: 503-953-8111. If you are over the age of 60 or above or live with someone over the age of 60 or above, you may have meals delivered to you. www.mowp.org
- SNAP Information: SNAP will not be requiring six-month evaluations at this time. SNAP benefits will automatically be extended. To apply for food benefits online: https://one.oregon.gov/
To find out how to apply by phone: Call 211 by cell phone or text zip code to 898211.
Housing Assistance
- Mid-Columbia Community Action Council: 541-298-5131, [email protected]. Mid Columbia Community Action Council offers a variety of services to low-income families and individuals in Hood River, Wasco, and Sherman Counties.
- Information and Referrals
- Household Utility Assistance
- Weatherization Services
- Utility Education Classes
- Shelter & Transitional Housing
- Houseless/Housing Assistance to Prevent Eviction
- Senior and Low-Income Discount Programs
- Supportive Services for Veteran Families Program
211: Provides a complete list of all the available shelters both for individuals and families in Oregon. Information at 211 is current and up to date.
- Call 211 by cellphone
- Text zip code to 898211
Youth Shelters
- YES House: 541-705-4777. YES House is a full-time, year-round shelter for youth ages 10-17.
Family Services
- Four Rivers Family: 541-386-2620, Parenting Education. https://fourriversfamily.org/community-classes
- The Next Door: 541-296-8118, Family Support offers in-home support to parentss who are pregnant or caring for a newborn. https://nextdoorinc.org/familysupport/
- YouthThink: 541-506-2673, Community coalition centered on helping youth and families make the best choices for a healthy future generation. Parenting classes, substance abuse prevention, skill building, etc. https://www.youththink.net/
Health Insurance
- One Community Health: 541-386-6380, https://www.onecommunityhealth.org/medicaid
- Student Accident Insurance: Insurance coverage is required for students participating in interscholastic sports. For those that do not already have the required insurance, parents may obtain accident insurance and sports coverage from Myers-Stevens & Toohey. https://www.nwasco.k12.or.us/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=2709252&type=d&pREC_ID=2290517
Utilities
211 Utility Assistance Programs: Provides updated list of utility assistance in Oregon.
- Call 211 by cellphone
- Text zip code to 898211
Wasco Electric WECare Program: 541-296-2740, WECare program provides emergency energy assistance to members who are struggling to pay their electric bill.
PUD: Emergency energy assistance. Verification of eligibility is determined by Income Qualifying verification by the local Mid-Columbia Community Action Council / Community Action Partnership (CAP) office at 312 E 4th St. in The Dalles.
NW Natural: 800-422-4012, Monday through Friday, 7am to 7pm. Call to alert NW Natural of your situation and explore options for future bill payment.
Unemployment
- WorkSource Oregon: https://worksourceoregon.org/
- Columbia Gorge Jobs employment opportunities: https://www.facebook.com/groups/808081972577432
- Indeed “Who’s Hiring Now”: Enter your zip code to find available jobs near you. https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=Hiring+Immediately&l=97024