Access to Treatment in Portland, OR
One of the most critical areas to help combat the opioid epidemic is to break down the barriers for evidence based treatment. People who suffer from substance use disorder do not have time to wait. When they need help, they should receive help as soon as possible and with minimal hurdles to jump.
If you know someone in the Portland Metro Area who needs help due to a substance use disorder, please have them call CODA, 855-SEE-CODA (855-733-2632. CODA is Oregon’s oldest opioid treatment program and provides quick access to evidence based treatment and their call center will connect people can get with same day treatment (depending on time of day of the call and the treatment location the patient wants) with minimal barriers. The call center can also help people enroll into the Oregon Health Plan.
Also, if you know someone who may be homeless, please let them know about The Resource Center if they do not already.
Living on the streets is tough – mentally, physically, and emotionally. To survive, those experiencing homelessness need access to basic services and safe spaces to be during the day. Transition Projects’ Resource Center is that point of access. The Resource Center helps connect people to a wide range of resources and services daily.
THE RESOURCE CENTER
Located in Bud Clark Commons
650 NW Irving Street
Portland OR 97209
Hours:
Open 7 days per week from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
***Notice: Our Resource Center and Mail Room hours changed Monday, May 6th. Please see updated hours below. We are now open 7 days per week from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm.***
PHONE: 503.280.4700 [weekdays / 8:00 am – 4:00 pm]
FAX: 503.280.4710
711 - TTY
Resource Center Services
· Restrooms & Showers
· Laundry
· Haircuts
· Clothing
· Lockers
· ID & Birth Certificates
· Computer Lab
· Employment Assistance
· Oregon Health Plan (OHP)
· Shelter Access
· Veteran Resources
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
FREE TB SCREENING
Monday & Thursday: 1:15 - 3:15 PM / Walk-ins welcome! No sign-up needed.
ACUTE CARE CLINIC (Central City Concern)
Provides treatment and referrals on a walk-in basis.
Hours:
Mondays 8:00am - 11:30am
Tuesdays 8:00am - 11:30am, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Wednesdays 9:30am - 11:30am, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Thursdays 8:00am - 11:30am, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Fridays 8:00am - 11:30am
(Hours may change based on staff availability)
HYGIENE SERVICES
HYGIENE CENTER
A center for restrooms, showers, hygiene products, laundry, haircuts and clothing. Showers: 20-minute time slots; towels, soap, and shampoo provided. Laundry is first-come, first-serve.
Hours:
8:00 am – 3:45 pm
(First showers start at 8:00 am, last showers at 3:05 pm)
CLOTHING
Seasonal clothing available for men and women; see Hygiene Desk for details.
HAIRCUTS
Licensed stylists provide barber-style haircuts and trims. Lottery system; sign up at the Front Desk at 1pm.
Hours:
Every Tuesday and Thursday – sign up by 11:30 am
TRIMET TICKETS
For bus or MAX; up to 10 tickets every 90 days; for medical appointments or first week of full-time employment ONLY; Bring phone # to call and verify.
FOOD BOX VOUCHERS
Limited vouchers are available for a scheduled food box pick-up at First Baptist Church. Picture ID is required.
Mail can be retrieved Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 9:00 am and 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm, or Saturday from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm.