Community Resources

 

At Healing Connections Counseling, we know that mental well-being is supported by a strong network of care, community, and accessible resources. Whether you’re seeking crisis support, community services, support groups, or information to help a loved one, we’ve gathered a list of trusted resources to help you find the assistance you need.

If you or someone you know is experiencing a medical or mental health emergency, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency department.

Crisis

 

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline  National Resource

  • Call or text 988 for free, confidential support available 24/7 for individuals in distress or those supporting someone in crisis.
  • Online chat is also available at 988lifeline.org.

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Helpline

  • Support, education, and resources for individuals and families facing mental health challenges.
  • Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or text “HELPLINE” to 62640.
  • More information at nami.org.

Crisis Text Line  National Resource

  • Free 24/7 text-based support
  • Text “HOME” to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.

National Domestic Violence Hotline

The Trevor Project  National Resource

Call to Safety  Portland, OR

  • Previously Portland Women’s Crisis Line (PWCL)
  • 24/7 support for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking.
  • Call 503-235-5333 or visit calltosafety.org.

Multnomah County Mental Health Crisis Line  Portland, OR

  • Call 503-988-4888 for local 24/7 mental health crisis support.

Cascadia Behavioral Healthcare  Portland, OR

  • Provides mental health crisis support, housing assistance, and addiction recovery services.
  • Call the Multnomah County Crisis Line at 503-988-4888 to ask for a response from Project Respond.
  • Visit cascadiabhc.org for available programs.

Lines for Life  Oregon

Substance Use & Recovery Support

SAMHSA National Helpline

  • Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for free, confidential treatment referrals and information on substance use disorders.
  • Visit samhsa.gov to find treatment locators, substance use fact sheets, and recovery support options.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)  Global Resource

  • A global fellowship offering 12-step meetings and peer support for individuals struggling with alcohol use.
  • Visit aa.org to find meeting locators, literature on sobriety, and online meeting options.

Narcotics Anonymous (NA)  Global Resource

  • A community-based organization supporting individuals in recovery from drug addiction.
  • Find local and virtual meetings at na.org.

Portland Alano Club  Portland, OR

  • A nonprofit recovery center hosting 12-step meetings, social events, and workshops.
  • Check events and meetings schedule at portlandalano.org.

Harm Reduction Coalition  Portland, OR

  • Harm reduction strategies, overdose prevention resources, and training on safe substance use.
  • harmreduction.org

Portland People’s Outreach Project (PPOP)  Portland, OR

  • A harm reduction organization offering syringe exchange, naloxone distribution, and drug use education.
  • p-pop.org
LGBTQIA+

Trans Lifeline  National Resource

  • Peer support and crisis intervention for trans individuals.
  • Call 877-565-8860 for direct support from trans volunteers.
  • Visit translifeline.org for grants, name-change assistance, and other resources.

PFLAG  National & Local Chapters

  • Support for LGBTQ+ individuals, families, and allies through peer groups and educational resources.
  • Find local chapters and online support at pflag.org.

Q Center  Portland, OR

  • Community hub offering LGBTQ+ support groups, events, and social services.
  • For programs and meeting schedules, visit pdxqcenter.org.
Housing, Food & Basic Needs

National Coalition for the Homeless

  • Provides resources for individuals experiencing homelessness, including legal rights, emergency shelters, and advocacy.
  • nationalhomeless.org

211 National & Local Services

  • Call 211 or visit 211.org to connect with local housing, food, and financial assistance programs.

Oregon Food Bank

  • Helps individuals access food pantries and hunger relief programs.
  • Visit oregonfoodbank.org to find food assistance locations.

Blanchet House  Portland, OR

  • Provides free meals, transitional housing, and other support services.
  • Visit blanchethouse.org for meal schedules and housing assistance details.
Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault

RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network)

Helping Survivors of Sexual Abuse and Assault  National Resource

  • Information & support for survivors, dedicated to ending sexual assault and abuse.
  • helpingsurvivors.org

Survivor Healing & Empowerment Network (SHEN)  National Resource

  • National Resource Center on Domestic Violence.
  • Provides self-guided healing programs, peer support circles, and survivor empowerment resources.
  • nrcdv.org

Oregon Coalition Against Domestic & Sexual Violence (OCADSV)

  • Provides statewide advocacy, legal assistance referrals, and policy support for survivors.
  • Visit ocadsv.org for a directory of local domestic violence shelters and more resources.

The Gateway Center  Portland, OR

  • A one-stop service center for domestic violence survivors, offering legal help, counseling, housing assistance, and employment resources.
  • Visit portland.gov/gatewaycenter for directions to the center, a list of available services, and contact information to schedule in-person appointments.

Bradley Angle  Portland, OR

  • Offers transitional housing, financial education, and employment resources for survivors seeking independence.
  • bradleyangle.org

Rose Haven  Portland, OR

  • Day shelter and community center for women and gender-diverse survivors experiencing homelessness.
  • Provides meals, showers, financial aid, and employment resources.
  • Visit rosehaven.org for available services, assistance, and volunteer opportunities.

Raphael House of Portland

  • Offers transitional housing, financial independence programs, and long-term advocacy for survivors.
  • raphaelhouse.com

Legal & Advocacy Resources

American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)  National & Oregon Chapter

  • Legal advocacy for civil rights and liberties.
  • Visit aclu.org for national cases or aclu-or.org for Oregon-specific legal advocacy.

Victim Rights Law Center  National & Oregon Chapter

  • Provides free legal representation for survivors of sexual assault in matters like privacy, safety, education, and housing.
  • victimrights.org

Disability Rights Oregon

  • Provides legal aid and advocacy for individuals with disabilities.
  • Visit droregon.org for resources on disability rights.

Oregon Law Center

  • Offers free legal services to low-income Oregonians on housing, employment, and public benefits issues.
  • oregonlawcenter.org

Oregon Crime Victims Law Center

  • Offers free legal services for crime victims, including restraining orders, employment rights, and privacy protection.
  • ocvlc.org
Employment & Financial Assistance

Unemployment Benefits  Oregon & National Programs

  • Provides financial assistance for unemployed individuals.
  • Apply for benefits at oregon.gov/employ.

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)  Oregon & National Programs

  • Helps low-income individuals and families access food assistance.
  • Learn more and apply at fns.usda.gov/snap or for Oregon-specific info, visit oregon.gov/dhs.

WorkSource Oregon

  • Provides job training, career services, and employment support.
  • Visit worksourceoregon.org for job listings and training programs.

*Healing Connections Counseling is an outpatient practice; we do not provide 24-hour access, and are not an emergency or crisis-specific resource.