OHCS is moving into the next phase of the Homeowner Assistance and Reconstruction Program (HARP) after receiving nearly 800 eligibility questionnaires from survivors of the 2020 Labor Day disasters. This is an important milestone only made possible because of the partnership of local organizations. ReOregon, an OHCS program, launched HARP at the end of March to help homeowners with low to moderate incomes who still need assistance to repair, rebuild, or replace their homes in the wake of the disasters. For the full press release and more info on this next phase of HARP, visit t.ly/HEooP.
Oregon Housing & Community Services (OHCS)
Government Administration
Salem, OR 3,361 followers
We provide resources and develop integrated statewide policy to increase access to stable housing for all Oregonians.
About us
Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) is Oregon's housing finance agency, providing financial and program support to create and preserve opportunities for quality, affordable housing for Oregonians of lower and moderate income. We envision an Oregon where all can pursue prosperity and live free from poverty. OHCS administers programs that provide housing stabilization – from preventing and ending homelessness, assisting with utilities to keep someone stable, to financing multifamily affordable housing, to encouraging homeownership. It delivers these programs primarily through grants, contracts and loan agreements with local partners and community-based providers, and has limited direct contact with low-income beneficiaries. OHCS's sources of funds are varied and include federal and state resources which have complex regulatory compliance requirements, and thus stewardship, compliance monitoring, and asset management are all critical functions played by OHCS. MISSION: We provide stable and affordable housing and engage leaders, to develop integrated statewide policy that addresses poverty and provides opportunity for Oregonians.
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https://www.oregon.gov/OHCS/pages/index.aspx
External link for Oregon Housing & Community Services (OHCS)
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Salem, OR
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- Government Agency
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Salem, OR 97301, US
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Portland, OR 97232, US
Employees at Oregon Housing & Community Services (OHCS)
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Come join our team! Are you passionate about supporting rental assistance? Do you have experience with planning, directing, and managing portfolios? This job supports preservation of affordable rental housing in Oregon. Don't miss out! Applications are due 5/10. Learn more here: t.ly/To9Sf
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Exciting News! Introducing BuildUp Oregon, dedicated to preserving, improving, and expanding child care across Oregon. Join us in our mission to enhance child care access statewide. Learn more and get involved today! www.builduporegon.org #BuildUpOregon #ChildCare #OregonCommunity
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Today for #ARHRoles we’re talking about property managers! What are their responsibilities at affordable rental properties? 🔎 Find and screen tenants 💰 Collect rent and security deposits & conduct daily financial operations 🛠 Regular maintenance and repairs 📞 Addressing tenant complaints & handle daily questions 📃 Process evictions 💻 Market the property 🧑⚕️ Work with on-site resident services …and much more! For a full list of what property managers are responsible for, visit t.ly/z7s_g.
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📣 You can help improve disaster recovery for Oregon's historic properties! Don't miss out - the deadline to submit public comment is May 2. Submit your comments at re.oregon.gov.
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Ayuda a mejorar la recuperación de los bienes históricos de Oregón tras un desastre. El periodo de comentarios públicos finaliza el 2 de mayo. Envía tu comentario hoy a través del sitio web de ReOregon, re.oregon.gov.
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Looking for resources around homeownership? Wondering what kinds of rental assistance options are out there? Free housing counseling is available! Make an appointment today with a certified housing counselor: bit.ly/OR_H-Counselors
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ICYMI, we announced our 2024 Supportive Housing Institute participants! This institute will help participants navigate the complex process of developing and implementing permanent supportive housing. Locations for PSH developments that were accepted include Portland, Manzanita, Forest Grove, Chiloquin, and Beaverton. All of these projects aim to serve people experiencing chronic homelessness. If you'd like to learn more, watch last year's participants talk about their experiences with PSH and the institute: t.ly/ZwAWe
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Next in the lineup for #ARHRoles is the property owner! Where do they fit into the process of affordable housing roles & responsibilities? 💸 Approve big upgrades and investments into the property 💬 Address complaints or concerns with property management 📑 Meet the financial obligations such as paying the mortgage, insurance, and property tax 📈 Responsible for what happens at the property & ensuring livability for tenants 🏘 Works with the community such as neighbors, local gov, and more to help everyone thrive Next up, we’ll be talking about property owners and their roles. Stay tuned! In the meantime, you can view all roles & responsibilities on our website at t.ly/z7s_g.
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Environmental reviews for historic properties in disaster recovery programs are being improved, and your voice matters! Share your thoughts on how to achieve this goal: - Visit re.oregon.gov to submit a comment - Join the public hearing on April 25th at 6:30pm via Zoom (details on website)