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Financial Assistance

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We know that navigating financial challenges in retirement can be overwhelming, but you’re not alone. Whether you’re managing a fixed income, dealing with rising medical expenses, or exploring ways to make your resources go further, there are programs designed to help.

This page connects you to trusted resources that offer financial assistance, housing support, food benefits, healthcare coverage, and more, so you can focus on what matters most: living well.

Housing & Utility Support

  • Oregon Energy Assistance Program (OEAP)
    Helps low-income households with utility bill payment. Contact your utility provider or visit OEAP.

  • Section 8 Housing Vouchers
    Subsidizes rent for low-income seniors. Check with Yamhill County Housing Authority for local availability.

  • Oregon Homeowner Assistance Fund
    Helps those who have fallen behind on their mortgage payments and other housing expenses. Visit Oregon Homeowner Assistance Fund for application information.

Food Assistance

  • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
    Monthly grocery benefits. Apply through ODHS.

  • Meals on Wheels
    Nutritious home-delivered meals and wellness checks. Contact Meals on Wheels People or call 503-736-6325.

Healthcare & Prescription Help

  • Oregon Medicare Savings Program
    Pays Medicare premiums and may help with deductibles and coinsurance. Visit ODHS Medicare Help.

  • PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly)
    Coordinates medical, social, and long-term care services. Visit Medicare.gov

  • RxAssist
    A directory of pharmaceutical company programs that provide free or low-cost prescriptions. Visit RxAssist.org.

Income, Tax & Debt Relief

  • Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
    Provides monthly cash assistance to older adults with limited income/resources. Learn more at ssa.gov/ssi.

  • AARP Foundation Tax-Aide
    Offers free tax preparation assistance. Visit aarpfoundation.org/taxaide.

  • Reverse Mortgage Counseling
    Free, HUD-approved guidance to help you understand options. Find a counselor at HUD.gov.

Need Help Navigating Options?

Start with these trusted local and national organizations:

  • Yamhill County Aging & Disability Resource Connection (ADRC)
    Call 1-855-ORE-ADRC (673-2372) or visit adrcoforegon.org

  • National Council on Aging (NCOA)
    Use the NCOA BenefitsCheckUp® tool to find programs you're eligible for.

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