Grant High School Community Resources

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SUMMER RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS/FAMILIES

Summer Virtual Drop in Group for BIPOC youth 8-18:

Vibing & Thriving: A virtual space for Black, Brown, and Indigenous POC PPS students (ages 8-18) for healing, hanging, and holding each other in fierce love. Available all summer. 

Violence Against Asian American/Pacific Islanders Continue within our Communities.  Here are some supports for AAPI students/families:

• https://www.asianmhc.org/ Asian mental health collective

• https://www.glsen.org/research/aapi-lgbtq-students

• https://stopaapihate.org/together/

• https://abcnews.go.com/US/video/stop-hate-rise-violence-asian-americans-76263573

• https://www.learningforjustice.org/magazine/responding-to-antiasian-violence-and-georgia-shootings

• https://www.learningforjustice.org/magazine/how-to-respond-to-coronavirus-racism

• Asian Pacific American Network of Oregon

• Asian Health and Service Center

• I am Not a Virus and the Mental Wellness Activity Book for Asian-Americans

Drop-in 24/7/365 (for basic needs, emergency housing placement, family mediation, mentorship, etc.) Youth Opportunity Center 470 SE 165th Ave., Portland, OR 97233                                                        Phone: 971-754-4350  Crisis Line: 503-224-4598  24/7   

The Alba Collaborative is a culturally-responsive partnership that provides prevention, early intervention, and 24/7 crisis line and supportive services to youth ages 9-17 who are at-risk of or experiencing housing instability. The program offers community- and site-based case management, family mediation and reunification support, in-reach to schools and response to law enforcement, crisis intervention and short-term emergency housing/shelter menu, basic needs and transportation, client assistance, resource referral and navigation (including access to alternative education options, LGBTQ-specific programs, wraparound services for gang-impacted and sex-trafficked youth).

Youth can self-refer, other providers can refer, family can refer (by walking in, calling the program line, sending referral via email)! Crisis line will also help make referrals or connect youth immediately with on call staff for intake to emergency housing/shelter.

 Starting Feb. 1, Multnomah County renters will be covered by Oregon’s statewide eviction moratorium. To be protected by the moratorium, renters must sign and return the “Declaration of Financial Hardship for Eviction Protection” form to their landlord. Landlords are required to send this form to you, but you're encouraged to send it in as soon as you can. https://multco.us/chair-kafoury/covid-19-eviction-moratorium-information

• Oregon Mortgage Assistance Program. For homeowners, the Oregon Homeownership Stabilization Initiative (OSHI) has a COVID-19 Mortgage Assistance Program. You can learn about eligibility requirements and the application process at OHSI's website.

• Affordable Housing Options through Relay Resources. Relay Resources has a variety of affordable housing openings. Some involve waitlists, while others do not. They have many vacancies now, primarily in East County. Find information and a link to sign up for their weekly vacancy email HERE.

• Community Action provides rent and utility assistance. Assistance is available for rent payment and utilities. Find out more here

 Parent Resources:

Reach Out Oregon Warmline 1-833-732-2467

Monday-Friday 12-7pm

Parents know how lonely it is to care for a young person experiencing emotional, behavioral and mental health challenges. It can be frightening and isolating. It’s hard to know where and how to reach out for help and information.

As caregivers, we have experience navigating challenges on behalf of our children and families. And as a community, we have much to offer one another. This is what Reach Out Oregon is all about, a supportive community where you will find a support team: Parent to Parent.

Oregon Family Support Network- A parent peer led organization for support/resources 

Food Resources: 

• Partners for a Hunger Free Oregon resource page

• Para información en español sobre Coronavirus y el acceso a los alimentos, haga clic aquí.

• One-Stop Resource for Food Needs. NeedFood.Oregon.gov is a one-stop website for new and existing food needs during the pandemic.  

• Archdiocese of Portland USDA Food Box Program through October. The Archdiocese of Portland has extended the provision of USDA food boxes for pick up and delivery through December 31. Information may be found HERE.

• Visit the Black Mental Health Oregon Free Food Market every Thursday to access free, fresh, and healthy fruits and vegetables and pantry staples for you and your family.

For emergency resources & info related to COVID-19 please visit:

• Safe + Strong (Oregon Health Authority)

• Coronavirus Updates and Resources for PPS

• COVID-19 Emergency Relief Resources for PDX

• 211 info:Information and Resources or by dialing 211 (866-698-6155)

• COVID-19 Childcare Resources

For info from PPS Student Success and Health related to COVID-19 please visit:

• COVID-19 Adapted Resources

• Supporting Students of Color

 For info on Immigrant Eligibility for Public Programs during COVID-19:

• In English: Healthcare, Cash Assistance, Food Assistance, Unemployment Insurance 

• En Español: Cuidado de la Salud, Asistencia en Efectivo, Asistencia de Nutrición, Seguro de Desempleo

To apply for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP/food stamps):

• SNAP Application webpage  or apply in: English | Español | Русский | Tiếng Việt | Soomaali

To apply for Food, Cash, and Child Care Assistance ALL IN ONE PLACE:

• DHS Benefits and Assistance webpage or apply in: English| Español | Русский | Tiếng Việt | Soomaali

To apply for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) food support:

• Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Application webpage (503-988-3503)

To apply for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF):

• TANF Application webpage (971-673-2550) or apply in:  English | Español | Русский  | Tiếng Việt

For support finding Emergency Childcare visit:

• Find Child Care Oregon

 To Find Food near you, find School Meal sites, and other food resources:

• Oregon Food Bank (Food Finder) or forms in: English | Español | Русский | Tiếng Việt | 中文 | عربى

• Apply for the Oregon Health Plan (OHP) [and] Apply for Unemployment Insurance 

Find support in signing up for OHP at:

• Local Community Assister Sites

 If you have received an Eviction Notice or have been Evicted, contact Community Alliance of Tenants (CAT):

• English: Know Your Tenant Rights 

• Español: Conozca sus derechos de inquilino

• Tiếng Việt: Biết các quyền của bạn

• Or call Renters Rights Hotline at 503-288-0130| Mon/Wed/Fri/Sat 1-5pm|Tues 6-8pm

For info on utility provider response to COVID-19 and Utility Assistance:

• Portland Water Bureau - Sewer, Stormwater and Water Financial Assistance Application

• Northwest Natural Gas - bill payment assistance

• PGE - bill payment assistance

• Pacific Power - bill payment assistance

• West Oregon Electric Cooperative - bill payment assistance

• Phone & Internet Providers: Verizon,  Comcast Xfinity,  AT&T,  T-Mobile

If you or your student are experiencing a mental health emergency, please utilize the following emergency services (Español | Русский | Tiếng Việt | Soomaali | 中文)

• Multnomah County Crisis Services Call Center/Crisis Line/Project Respond: (503) 988-4888

• Urgent Walk-In Clinic Go to 4212 SE Division (503) 963-2575 Open DAILY 7am-10:30pm (OHP & insurance not a barrier) (call ahead - currently prioritizing high risk clients)

• Kaiser Crisis Line (503) 331-6425 

• National Suicide Prevention Hotline English: 1 (800) 273-8255  Spanish: 1 (800) 628-9454

• Oregon Youthline Text: Teen2Teen to 839863 to instantly text with another person 

• Trevor Project Text START to 678678 or TrevorLifeLine 1 (866) 488-7386

• Trans Life 877-565-8860

• Safe and Strong Helpline: 1-800-923-4357

   

  This is an emotional support and resource referral line that can assist anyone struggling and seeking support. Callers do not need to be in crisis.

For resources students can use at home during Distance Learning:

• Student Self-Service Mental Health Resources

• Virtual Calming Room

Below you can find community organizations located throughout Portland, that offer a variety of services and resources (availability or resources and hours of operation may be impacted by COVID-19 activities).

GHS Local Community Resources

SAFETY ALERT-Survivors: your computer and phone use can be monitored.  If this is a concern, we recommend finding a safer (public/friend's) computer or phone.  When you feel safe, please call:

• Raphael House of Portland's 24-Hour Hotline 503-222-6222

• Proyecto UNICA 503-232-4448 or 888-232-4448

• Русская Орегонская Социальная Служба 503-777-3437

For local support from our Raphael House Confidential Advocates:

• Healthy Relationship Advocacy Services 

For a list of available community resources:

• Local Community Resource webpage or PDF's: Food Pantries/Boxes, Clothing and Hygiene, Housing & Utility Assistance, Phone & Internet, Homelessness & Shelters, Family and Community Services, Legal Assistance, Citizenships & Immigration, Affordable HealthCare, Affordable Dental Healthcare, OHP Signup Support, Affordable Eye Glasses, Homeless Youth Services, Youth in Foster Care Services, Survivor Advocacy Services, Developmental Disability Services, & Employment Services

Culturally-Specific Organizations 

Black Youth Crisis Recovery Group. Here is a video explaining the group. If interested in group, please contact school counselor who will refer student.  

 For a list of available community organizations serving specific cultural groups:

• Culturally-Specific Organizations webpage, or printable PDF's: Black & African American, Latino, Hispanic & Latinx, Asian American, Pacific Islander & Native Hawaiian, Indigenous, American Indian, & Alaskan Native, Russian, Jewish, Immigrant & Refugee & LGBTQ+

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Mental Health Resources

For resources students can use at home during COVID-19 extended school closure:

• Student Self-Service Mental Health Resources

• Did something happen to you and you're not sure what to do?  Consider contacting a confidential advocate FIRST using this direct line for PPS students (available in Spanish/English). Advocates provide free, confidential support and referral to PPS youth of all genders who are experiencing any form of abuse, dating or sexual violence, (cyber)stalking and/or harassment, bullying or discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity or other protected class under the law. Click here for more on advocacy.

For a list of local community-based organizations providing Mental Health services:

• Local Mental Health Organizations webpage or: Printable PDF

• OHP Youth Mental Health Providers

For virtual services available to PPS students with OHP/Medicaid/Kaiser(some):

• Multnomah County School Mental Health or Student Health Centers

For a list of Providers of Color, Queer & Trans providers, & other specific providers:

• PSU SSW Mental Health Provider Database

For a list of Mental Health resources partnering with NAMI Oregon:

• National Alliance on Mental Illness Resources: Children and Families

Mckinney-Vento Homeless Program

PPS McKinney-Vento Resource Page

The Mckinney-Vento Homeless Program services families and students who don't have a fixed, regular or adequate living situation.  If this applies to you please reach out to your school counselor

 Drug and Alcohol Counseling Resources

For a list of organizations providing drug and alcohol use resources, including insurance carriers (OHP and private insurance), population served, languages provided, and agency info:

• Drug and Alcohol Counseling Resources webpage or Printable PDF

• Prevention Strategies and Healthy Decision Making

• Support in Recovery - Center For Discovery

  This free group is open to anyone who is currently in treatment, in recovery, or has not yet sought treatment for an eating disorder. We are also adding a second meeting on Thursdays while social distancing regulations are in place due to the COVID-19 outbreak.

Resource Contacts

Catrina Knoerzer, School Social Worker

503-916-5160 ex.85328  cell: 503-593-7460 cknoerzer@pp.net 

Sophia DeNicola, Mental Health Intern

sdenicola@pps.net

Justin Tonkins, Student Attendance Coach

 503-916-5160 cell:971-325-6816 jtonkins@pps.net

Norelle Harper, Teen Parent School Social Worker

503-916-2000 ex.71520  cell:971-712-4327 nharper@pps.net

Marcela Butterfield, McKinney-Vento/Title X Liaison

503-502-0437 mbutterfield@pps.net

• Dany Douglas MSW Intern, Will Polikoff MSW Intern, & Jed McClean, LSSW, 2019-2020