Multnomah County Human Services Division

Housing & Shelter in Portland, Oregon. Community Action Agency for Multnomah County, based in Portland. Services typically include emergency rental assistance, eviction prevention, energy and utility assistance, weatherization, homeless outreach and shelter referrals, transitional housing, and Section 8 / HUD program coordination. Call to apply or to be referred to local shelters and pantries.

Phone: (503) 988-3691

Address: 209 SW 4th Avenue, Suite 200, Portland, Oregon, 97204

Website: https://www.multco.us/dchs

Good to know: Phone, address, and county service area verified from the CAP Oregon Find-Help directory at caporegon.org/find-help/ on 2026-04-30. Part of Oregon's official 17-CAA network covering all 36 OR counties.

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Frequently asked questions about Multnomah County Human Services Division

How do I contact Multnomah County Human Services Division?

You can call Multnomah County Human Services Division at (503) 988-3691 or visit 209 SW 4th Avenue, Suite 200 in Portland, Oregon. Their website is https://www.multco.us/dchs.

What services does Multnomah County Human Services Division offer?

Community Action Agency for Multnomah County, based in Portland. Services typically include emergency rental assistance, eviction prevention, energy and utility assistance, weatherization, homeless outreach and shelter referrals, transitional housing, and Section 8 / HUD program coordination. Call to apply or to be referred to local shelters and pantries.

Are services at Multnomah County Human Services Division free or low-cost?

Many community housing & shelter providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Multnomah County Human Services Division at (503) 988-3691 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

Does Multnomah County Human Services Division offer services in other languages?

Call Multnomah County Human Services Division at (503) 988-3691 to ask about languages supported. Many providers offer Spanish-language services or interpretation. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline supports English and Spanish 24/7 (press 2 for Spanish).

What if I'm in crisis right now?

If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.

In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.