May is Wildfire Awareness Month. Benton and Lincoln counties are highlighting the health impacts of wildfire smoke and the importance of evacuation planning, particularly for vulnerable populations.
These health departments have collaborated on a news release that highlights:
Community resources are available across Benton, Linn, and Lincoln Counties to provide relief during extreme heat, especially for those experiencing homelessness, housing instability, or chronic health conditions. Oregon Health Plan members facing life challenges or transitions may qualify to receive payments for climate supports, such as portable air conditioners and mini-refrigerators to keep their medications…
Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is awarding about $97.1 million in additional federal funding to improve the health and well-being of Oregon’s rural communities this year. The grants will collectively support 136 new projects across all counties in the state. Supported by the federal Rural Health Transformation Program, the new grants will enable community-driven projects that…
The Healthy Homes Grant Program (HHGP) is a grant program run by the Oregon Health Authority to fund eligible entities (such as nonprofit organizations) to repair homes for low-income Oregonians. HHGP cannot directly fund individuals for home repair needs. The latest Request for Grant Applications (RFGA) is focused on repairing home for individuals with disabilities or older adults.…