Find rental assistance, shelter intake and affordable housing contacts in Jackson County, Oregon, including Medford and Ashland.
Where to start
Contact ACCESS about rental assistance and program eligibility. In Ashland, OHRA's resource center offers navigation Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Shelter applications begin with a navigator appointment; shelter residents must be at least 18.
For affordable housing applications, use the Housing Authority of Jackson County's applicant information. Waitlists and funding vary. These listings do not indicate an available bed or a guaranteed payment; contact the provider about your situation.
ACCESS provides food, energy, housing, and other assistance to low-income residents of Jackson County, including children, families, older adults, veterans, and people with disabilities. Its medical equipment program also offers free short-term loans without income requirements; call 541-690-3972 for an appointment and availability.
Options for Helping Residents of Ashland (OHRA) helps people navigate social-service resources and housing support. Its shelter serves adults age 18 and older; apply with a navigator.
Housing Authority of Jackson County provides affordable housing and rental assistance in Jackson County. Applications depend on income and program availability, and some programs use a waitlist.
211info is Oregon's free, confidential referral service for local food, housing, utility, child care, health, mental health, legal, employment, transportation, and disaster resources. Search online, dial 211 or 866-698-6155, or text your ZIP code to 898211. Language interpreters are available.