Emergency & Transitional Rental Assistance
Contact us at: 503.366.6546 1.800.404.3511
Community Action Team, Inc. has very limited funding to help families who request emergency funding. We are constantly seeking funds to provide emergency assistance. However, given the high demand for this assistance we are often without available funds. These resources are subject to availability.
How do I apply?
To apply for emergency help you must call the telephone number above and leave a message requesting an appointment to determine eligibility and availability of funds. Your voice mail message must include a phone number where you can be reached. You must be established in Columbia County for six months or longer.
INCOME GUIDELINES FOR THE EMERGENCY RENT PROGRAM
60% of Median Income (Statewide Average)
# in household |
Annual income |
Monthly income |
1 |
$19,327.00 |
$1,610.58 |
2 |
$25,274.00 |
$2,106.16 |
3 |
$31,220.00 |
$2,601.66 |
4 |
$37,167.00 |
$3,097.25 |
5 |
$43,114.00 |
$3,592.83 |
6 |
$49,060.00 |
$4,088.33 |
7 |
$50,175.46 |
$4,181.28 |
8 |
$51,290.46 |
$4,274.20 |
Each add. person |
$1,412.35 |
$117.69 |
Transitional Housing Programs:
Transitional Housing Programs are a 12-24 month program for individuals and families who are homeless or in unstable housing. Families are encouraged and supported in their efforts to become financially self-sufficient and to strengthen family relationships.
Community Action Team, Inc provides Case Management services for individuals and families with children living in Columbia County. Case managers’ help families define goals, identify resources and address barriers to stable housing.
Emergency Rental Assistance
- One time rental assistance
- Must show ability to afford rent in the future.
- Once per year
Northwest Oregon Housing Authorities (NOHA) 1.503.861.0119
- Section 8 Voucher
Columbia County Low Income Housing Apartments
- Woodland Trails- Low Income Housing 503.397.4938
- Crest and North Fork Apartments- Low income Housing 503.397.4244
- Forest Park Apartments- Tax Credit Property 503.397.4142
- Gable Park Apartments- Tax Credit Property 503.397.3990
- Columbia County Women’s Resource Center 503.397.7110
- Columbia Hill Apartments- Senior Low Income Housing 503.397.6131
- Senior Victorian Apartments Low Income Housing 503.543.6343 x 213
- Sol haven Apartments Low Income Apartments 503.728.3169
- Blue Heron Apartments 503.429.6052