Community Resources and Basic Needs Support
When life throws a challenge your way, what you need most is immediate, reliable help. You’re not alone. And finding the right support shouldn’t be another struggle. We’re your reliable source for connecting with local aid right now.
If you are struggling with housing, hunger, or just getting by, we are here to help you take that critical first step.
Comprehensive Support Services: Getting Your Basic Needs Met
Our network encompasses a wide range of support services, ensuring that we can offer practical, immediate assistance for the challenges you are facing.
Food Banks
No one should have to worry about where their next meal is coming from. That’s a terrible kind of stress. Everyone deserves a consistent supply of good, nutritious food—no questions asked.
Harvest House
Harvest House offers a food bank on Tuesdays from 10:00 to noon. Services are open to anyone, and you can receive a food box every 28 days.
Service Area: Jackson and Josephine Counties
Phone: 541-582-0563
Address: 270 W Evans Creek Rd, Rogue River, OR 97537
Josephine County Food Bank
The Josephine County Food Bank works to address the foundations of hunger, empowering the community by nourishing bodies, restoring inherent dignity, promoting health, and championing a stronger, connected community.
Service Area: Josephine County
Website: jocofoodbank.org
Phone: 541-479-5556
Address: 3658 Upper River Rd, Grants Pass, OR 97526
Housing & Utilities
Housing security is the foundation of stability. We know how stressful it is to face eviction, high energy bills, or the struggle of finding a safe place to live.
Ashland Utility Assistance Programs
The City of Ashland offers a variety of assistance programs for citizens who may have difficulty paying their utility bills.
Service Area: Jackson County
Website: ashland.or.us
Phone: 541-488-6002
Address: 20 E Main St, Ashland, OR 97520
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
LIHEAP provides resources for home energy weatherization, utility payment assistance, a list of provider services, and a database of partner resources for the State of Oregon.
Service Area: Statewide
Website: oregon.gov
Phone: 503-986-2020
Address: 725 Summer Street NE Suite B, Salem, OR 97301
LGBTQIA2+ Support
These vital organizations offer essential resources, advocacy, and safe spaces for the LGBTQIA2+ community, promoting equality and well-being.
American Trans Resource Hub
The American Trans Resource Hub recognizes that the transition process can be difficult and extremely confusing. It is dedicated to making that process easier, helping the transgender community by finding resources that are trans-friendly and will fit their individual needs.
Instagram: @americantransrh
Facebook: facebook.com/americantransrh
CareOregon Gender Affirming Care FAQ
These PDFs include FAQs for OHP members and staff on gender-affirming procedures and prior authorization, supporting informed care for trans members.
Financial Support for Surgery
Trans Health Consulting offers a list of small grant programs for transgender surgeries for those who cannot afford insurance copays, deductibles, or who lack insurance coverage.
Point of Pride
Point of Pride offers free or low-cost clothing resources for trans individuals in need.
Website: pointofpride.org
Inclusive Therapists (Directory)
A directory of mental health professionals committed to promoting social justice and combating discrimination and stigma in mental health.
Website: inclusivetherapists.com
The Gender Affirming Letter Access Project (GALAP)
A collective of trans, nonbinary, and allied clinicians offering free or low-cost gender-affirming care letters, promoting informed consent, and minimizing barriers to medical care.
Website: thegalap.org
Family & Addiction Support
These essential organizations provide compassionate resources, education, and community for families navigating addiction, helping them find healing, stability, and support.
Adapt Integrated Health Care
Adapt Integrated Health Care is dedicated to removing obstacles to healthcare access, ensuring every individual in Southwest Oregon has access to healthcare, regardless of their ability to pay.
Service Area: Josephine
Website: adaptoregon.org
Phone: 541-474-1033
Address: 356 NE Beacon Drive, Grants Pass, OR 97526
Addictions Recovery Center
ARC’s goal is to light the path for individuals and families in recovery, cultivating healing, hope, and resilience by delivering compassionate care, proven evidence-based treatment, and holistic, comprehensive support.
Service Area: Jackson County
Website: addictionsrecovery.org
Phone: 541-779-1282
Address: 1025 East Main St, Medford, OR 97504
Alcoholics Anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous is a welcoming community where individuals gather in mutual support to collaboratively overcome a shared drinking problem; anyone with a desire to address their drinking is warmly invited to join this community.
Service Area: Josephine County
Website: grantspassaa.com
Phone: 541-474-0782
Address: 432 NW 6th St Room 202, Grants Pass, OR 97526
Service Area: Jackson County
Website: medfordareaaa.org
Phone: 541-732-1850
Address: 110 E 6th St, Medford, OR 97501
Medford CTC
Medford CTC is dedicated to empowering patients by helping them construct a solid, lasting foundation as they embark on their journey toward recovery from opioid addiction.
Service Area: Jackson County
Website: medfordctc.com
Phone: 888-461-1367
Address: 777 Murphy Rd, Medford, OR 97504
Additional Services
We have an extensive list of organizations offering support that extends far beyond the resources listed above. If you’d like to see our full list, you can download a PDF by clicking the button below.
