Housing Stabilization Services

Updated January 2026

Current Housing Stabilization Funding

Oregon Coast Community Action (ORCCA) has limited funding available to help households in Coos and Curry Counties who are experiencing housing instability.

Available housing assistance may include:

Rental and Deposit Assistance
One-time assistance per household within a 12-month period. Assistance depends on eligibility, funding availability, and program requirements.
Eviction Prevention Assistance
Help for households who have received an eviction notice or have been told eviction may be coming. Contact us as early as possible.

Funding is limited. Submitting an application does not guarantee financial assistance.

Data Systems & Information Sharing

Oregon Coast Community Action (ORCCA) uses secure data systems to coordinate services and connect clients to available resources.

HMIS / WellSky

ORCCA enters and manages client information in HMIS (Homeless Management Information System), powered by WellSky. For households experiencing homelessness, this system includes the Coordinated Entry process.

Information is shared only with a limited number of authorized service providers in Coos and Curry Counties, and select partner counties, to better assist you.
HMIS helps coordinate housing, basic needs, and supportive services and is also used in a de-identified way to understand community needs and support funding efforts.
Law enforcement and DHS do not have access to this system. You may request a copy of the HMIS/WellSky Privacy Notice or ask about limited visibility at any time.

Unite Us Referrals

ORCCA uses Unite Us to securely refer clients to additional community services. You may limit or withdraw consent at any time.
Privacy information: https://www.uniteus.com/privacy

Landlords, Housing Authorities & ORCCA Programs

With your consent, ORCCA may share only necessary information with landlords, housing authorities, and other ORCCA programs to help coordinate housing or supportive services. Additional releases will be requested if needed.

How Do I Qualify for Housing Assistance?

Eligibility for ORCCA housing assistance depends on program funding rules, household need, and required documentation.

To be considered, households must generally:

Meet income eligibility requirements
Income limits vary by funding source and are usually based on Area Median Income (AMI).

Be experiencing a housing crisis, such as:
- Being homeless OR
- Being at risk of homelessness (for example, an eviction notice) OR
- Actively fleeing domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking
  (Documentation is required.)

Provide required documents, which may include:
- Proof of income or no income
- Lease, eviction notice, or landlord verification
- Identification and household information
- Other documents required by specific funding programs

Complete a Housing Assessment through Coordinated Entry (if currently unhoused)

What We Cannot Help With

Due to funding restrictions, ORCCA cannot provide assistance for:

Subsidized Housing
Unmanaged single-room occupancy housing
Halfway houses or residential treatment programs
Rent-to-own housing
Hotel or motel vouchers
Car repairs or gas vouchers
Birth certificates or other vital records

Housing assistance is short-term, limited, and not guaranteed.

How Do I Apply for Housing Assistance?

Complete a housing application
Review the document checklist before submitting your application.
Submit required documents
Documents may be emailed to housing@orcca.us or submitted in person.
Attend a Housing Assessment (recommended)
Housing Assessments are the entry point to all ORCCA housing programs and help connect households to other housing and homeless services in Coos and Curry Counties.

Click here for contact information and office hours

What Happens After You Apply

After you apply, here is what to expect:

Application review: We confirm your application was received. This does not mean you are approved.
Document check: Staff review your documents. We will contact you if anything is missing.
Housing Assessment: You may meet with a Housing Specialist to discuss your housing situation and options.
Coordinated Entry review: Your information is reviewed to ensure fair access to available housing resources.
Eligibility decision: Eligibility is based on funding rules, documentation, and availability.
Decision notice
- Approved applicants receive a written Notice of Award.
- If assistance is not available, you will receive a written notice and information about other resources or appeal options.
Landlord coordination (if applicable): ORCCA works directly with landlords. Payments cannot be made until all landlord documents are received. Some assistance requires an inspection.
Required check-ins: To keep your application active, you must check in with ORCCA at least once every two weeks by phone, email, or in person.

Applications may be closed if there is no contact.

Processing times vary based on funding and application volume.

For updates or questions, contact housing@orcca.us or call 541-435-7080.

Other Housing & Legal Resources

Eviction Defense Project
Help for tenants with court summons
https://oregonlawcenter.org/eviction-defense-project/
Phone: 888-585-9638
Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS)
- Coos County: 541-808-6155
- Curry County: 541-469-9299

Veterans Housing Assistance

If you or someone in your household has served in the U.S. Military, you may qualify for Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF), which can provide short-term rental or deposit assistance.

Please indicate veteran status on your application or during your Housing Assessment.

Landlords

Are you a landlord with available units?

Partnering with ORCCA helps place families, veterans, and community members into stable housing.

Call 541-435-7080 to learn more.

Donations

Donations to ORCCA’s Housing Stabilization program help cover: