Missing Child Alert – Dakota Simone Williams Is Missing And Is Believed To Be In Danger (Photo) - 08/26/26

(Salem) – The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), Child Welfare Division, asks the public to help find Dakota Simone Williams, age about two months old, who went missing from the Findley Apartments at 3440 SE 54^th Ave. in Portland on 08/20/2026. They are believed to be in danger.

ODHS asks the public for help in the effort to find Dakota Simone Williams and to contact 911 or local law enforcement if they believe they see Dakota.

Child reported as Dakota Simone Williams is suspected to be in the Findley Apartments, the area between Division St. and Powell Blvd. and 43^rd Ave and 60^th Ave. and Creston Park.

ODHS believes the child is with the mother. A photo of the mother is attached

Sometimes when a child is missing, they may be in significant danger and ODHS may need to locate them to assess and support their safety. As ODHS works to do everything it can to find these missing children and assess their safety, media alerts will be issued in some circumstances. Sometimes, in these situations, a child may go missing repeatedly, resulting in more than one media alert for the same child.

Due to privacy and confidentiality laws (ORS 409.225 and 419B.035) the Oregon Department of Human Services is unable to provide additional details.

Report suspected child abuse to the Oregon Child Abuse Hotline by calling 1-855-503-SAFE (7233). This toll-free number allows you to report abuse of any child or adult to the Oregon Department of Human Services, 24 hours a day, seven days a week and 365 days a year.

• Child Legal Name: Reported as Dakota Simone Williams
• Child Preferred Name: Dakota
• Pronouns*: Reported female
• Age: About 2 months old
• Height: Unknown
• Weight: Unknown
• Hair color: Unknown
• Eye color: Unknown
• Specific Identifying Characteristics: White, about two months old
• Law enforcement agency name and report #: Portland Police #26-249427
• National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) Report #: 2099436
• Date Missing: 08/20/2026
• Suspected and/or frequented location(s):
  • Findley Apartments 3440 SE 54^th Ave., Portland, OR 97206
  • Creston Park
  • Area between 43^rd and 60^th Ave’s between SE Powell Blvd and SE Division St.

Many Oregonians May Qualify For SNAP Work Or Activity Rule Exemptions Without Realizing It - 08/19/26

Media resources

Instead of conducting individual interviews for this announcement, ODHS will host a virtual media availability on Wednesday, Aug. 19, from 1 to 1:20 p.m. Members of the media will have an opportunity to ask questions about SNAP work or activity rules and exemptions. RSVP for the media availability by emailing Sara Campos at sara.k.campos@odhs.oregon.gov.

A recording of the media availability will be available after the event: https://vimeo.com/showcase/12330638

A Spanish-language video summarizing the key messages will also be available on Vimeo. Spanish-language media may request interviews or submit questions in Spanish by contacting Adriana Taylor at Irma.A.Taylor@odhs.oregon.gov.

Many Oregonians may qualify for SNAP work or activity rule exemptions without realizing it

Salem, Ore. — Many Oregonians who are required to meet SNAP work or activity rules may qualify for an exemption based on their health, work, education, caregiving responsibilities or other circumstances. The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) is encouraging people to contact the agency so staff can review their situation and help them keep the food benefits they qualify for.

Currently, 93% of Oregonians subject to SNAP work or activity rules qualify for an exemption.

“A change in your life can change whether SNAP work or activity rules apply to you,” said Jessica Amaya Hoffman, ODHS SNAP Director. “You may have started caring for someone, experienced a health change or begun a new job or training program. Contact us before assuming you have to meet the requirements. We’ll listen, explain your options and help you take the next step.”

Common reasons someone may qualify for an exemption

Depending on their circumstances, people may qualify for an exemption if they are:

• Pregnant.
• Physically or mentally unable to work.
• Already working enough hours to meet the requirement.
• Participating in a qualifying education or training program.
• Move to an exempt county or waived Tribal land.
• Responsible for caring for a child or another person, depending on their circumstances.

Report changes as soon as possible

Life circumstances change. If you've started a new job, become pregnant, experienced a change in your health or your household responsibilities have changed, contact ODHS as soon as possible. Those changes may mean you now qualify for an exemption.

People who think they may qualify for an exemption can also complete the Report of Exemptions, Paid or Unpaid Work, or Good Cause form. The form can help identify whether someone may qualify for an exemption and report volunteer hours, work activities or other qualifying information to ODHS.

How ODHS can help

People who contact ODHS may:

• Review their individual circumstances to determine whether an exemption applies.
• Learn what documentation may be needed.
• Report changes in work, volunteer activities or household circumstances.
• Complete the Report of Exemptions, Paid or Unpaid Work, or Good Cause form.
• Connect with WorkSource Oregon and other employment and training resources if they need to meet the work or activity requirements.

About SNAP work or activity rules

As of July 2025, federal changes expanded SNAP work or activity rules, increasing the number of Oregonians who need to meet these requirements to continue receiving food benefits.

Adults ages 18 to 64 without a child under age 14 in their SNAP household generally need to complete 80 hours of work or qualifying activities each month unless they qualify for an exemption or live in a waived area.

If someone does not meet the requirements and does not qualify for an exemption, ODHS sends a counting month notice. Anyone who receives one of these notices is encouraged to contact the SNAP Work or Activity Rules Team to discuss their options.

Learn more

For more information about SNAP work or activity rules and exemptions:

• English: Oregon.gov/snapworkrules
• Spanish: Oregon.gov/snapnormastrabajo

ODHS SNAP Work or Activity Rules (ABAWD) Team

• Call: 1-833-947-1694
• Email: SNAP.ABAWDTeam@odhsoha.oregon.gov

UPDATE: Oregon Department Of Human Services Announces That Jayc Aerron Priest, Jayriq Orion Rupert, And Jerriyah Darron Rupert Were Located On Aug. 7 - 08/11/26

(Salem) – The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), Child Welfare Division, is thankful for the community support to find Jayc Priest, Jariq Rupert and Jerriyah Rupert.

Sometimes when a child is missing, they may be in significant danger and ODHS may need to locate them to assess and support their safety. As ODHS works to do everything it can to find these missing children and assess their safety, media alerts will be issued in some circumstances. Sometimes, in these situations, a child may go missing repeatedly, resulting in more than one media alert for the same child.

Report suspected child abuse to the Oregon Child Abuse Hotline by calling 1-855-503-SAFE (7233). This toll-free number allows you to report abuse of any child or adult to the Oregon Department of Human Services, 24 hours a day, seven days a week and 365 days a year.

ODHS Reminds People Of Statewide Hotline Available For Oregonians Affected By Wildfires And Smoke - 08/07/26

EDITOR’S NOTE: This corrects a typo made for the hotline phone number sent in a July 30 press release. Please note the correct hotline number is 1-833-669-0554.

(Salem) - People anywhere in Oregon who have been affected by wildfires or wildfire-related air quality can call 1-833-669-0554, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

The statewide hotline is available to people experiencing any wildfire-related impact, including those who:

• Lost a home or property
• Evacuated and have ongoing needs
• Are sheltering in place and have wildfire-related needs
• Are affected by wildfire smoke or poor air quality
• Have another need or concern caused by a wildfire

The hotline is staffed by 211info. If a call is not answered, callers can leave a message and will receive a return call within one business day.

This hotline does not provide emergency evacuation assistance or help people locate immediate shelter. People who are in immediate danger, have a medical emergency, or need emergency help evacuating should call 911. People looking for information about shelters or other immediate resources can call 2-1-1. For current 211info operating hours, visit 211info.org.

People can also enter their contact information and describe their wildfire-related needs using the Oregon Wildfire Assistance web form. An ODHS staff member will review the information and follow up with them.

The hotline does not guarantee financial assistance or eligibility for a particular program. Staff will listen to each caller’s experience, document their needs and help identify available resources and next steps.

Hotline information

• Call: 1-833-669-0554
• Available: 24 hours a day, seven days a week
• Missed calls: Leave a message and your call will be returned within one business day
• Shelter and other immediate resource questions: call 211
• Emergencies or emergency evacuation help: call 911

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Missing Child Alert – Jayc Aerron Priest, Jayriq Orion Rupert, And Jerriyah Darron Rupert Are Missing And Are Believed To Be In Danger (Photo) - 08/07/26

EDITOR’S NOTE: ODHS does not have a photo of Jerriyah Rupert. Pictures of Jayc Priest and Jayriq Rupert are attached.

(Salem) – The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), Child Welfare Program, asks the public to help find Jayc Priest, age 12; Jayriq Rupert, age 9; and Jerriyah Rupert, age 4; who went missing from Prineville on Aug. 4. They are believed to be in danger.

ODHS asks the public for help in the effort to find Jayc Priest, Jayriq Rupert, and Jerriyah Rupert and to contact 911 or local law enforcement if they believe they see them.

They are suspected to be in Central Oregon.

Sometimes when a child is missing, they may be in significant danger and ODHS may need to locate them to assess and support their safety. As ODHS works to do everything it can to find these missing children and assess their safety, media alerts will be issued in some circumstances. Sometimes, in these situations, a child may go missing repeatedly, resulting in more than one media alert for the same child.

Report suspected child abuse to the Oregon Child Abuse Hotline by calling 1-855-503-SAFE (7233). This toll-free number allows you to report abuse of any child or adult to the Oregon Department of Human Services, 24 hours a day, seven days a week and 365 days a year.

Child Legal Name: Jayc Priest

Child Preferred Name:

Pronouns: He/Him

Age: 12

Hair color: Brown

Prineville Police Department report #26000887

National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) Report #: 2097536

Date Missing: Aug. 4, 2026

Suspected and/or frequented location(s): Prineville, OR, Bend, OR, and Stillwater, OK

Child Legal Name: Jayriq Rupert

Pronouns: He/Him

Age: 9

Hair color: Brown

Prineville Police Department report #26000887

National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) Report #: 2097536

Date Missing: Aug. 4, 2026

Suspected and/or frequented location: Prineville, OR, Bend, OR, and Stillwater, OK

Child Legal Name: Jerriyah Rupert

Pronouns: He/Him

Age: 4

Hair color: Brown

Prineville Police Department report #26000887

National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) Report #: 2097536

Date Missing: Aug. 4, 2026

Suspected and/or frequented location(s): Prineville, OR, Bend, OR, and Stillwater, OK

Families Have Until Sept. 1 To Apply For Summer EBT Food Benefits - 08/06/26

Families have until Sept. 1, 2026, to apply for essential food assistance through the Summer EBT program. The program offers $120 per eligible child to help cover grocery costs while school is out.

Thousands of families may be unaware that they qualify for this essential benefit. With the application deadline approaching, the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) and the Oregon Department of Education (ODE) urge families to check their eligibility and to apply before the deadline. Benefits must be used within 122 days.

“We want to make sure children have enough to eat throughout the summer and that all families know about the help available,” said ODHS Director Liesl Wendt. “We don’t want families to think it’s too late to apply. Reach out to ODHS today so we can check your eligibility and connect your family with food benefits.”

ODE Director Dr. Charlene Williams added, “We’re asking community organizations, schools, and summer meal providers to help spread the word by posting flyers and sharing information with families. We want every eligible child to receive this food benefit.”

Most eligible children received their benefits automatically on June 5, 2026, including children in foster care. Other children are automatically eligible if their households:

• Participate in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
• Participate in Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
• Are Oregon Health Plan (Medicaid) members in households with incomes under 185 percent of the Federal Poverty Level

Families who did not receive benefits automatically may still be eligible if:

• Their household meets income requirements​ for free or reduced-price school meals
• Their child attends​ a school or Headstart program that participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)​ or School Breakfast Program (SBP)

Families are encouraged to visit sebt.oregon.gov. For information in Spanish, visit ebtv.oregon.gov.or contact the Summer EBT Call Center at 833-673-7328 to verify eligibility and apply.

Since June 5, 2026, more than 331,844 eligible school-aged children have been issued $39.8 million in Summer EBT food benefits.

To learn more:

• Call 833-ORE-SEBT (833-673-7328). The call center is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pacific Time.
• Visit sebt.oregon.gov or for information in Spanish visit ebtv.oregon.gov

Resources
 

Summer EBT overview video

Other downloadable videos available upon request. Contact Christine.L.Decker@odhs.oregon.gov or odhs-media@odhs.oregon.gov.

• Video interview with ODHS Summer EBT Program Manager Christine Doody
• Video scenes from farmers market

Corvallis Businesses To Be Recognized For Supporting Employment Opportunities For People With Disabilities (Photo) - 08/05/26

Two Corvallis businesses will be recognized for supporting employees with disabilities at the State Rehabilitation Council’s quarterly meeting on Aug. 6.

Chateau Home Furnishings and Fred Meyer will receive the council’s Business Partner award, given to businesses that have hired or provided work experiences for participants of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR), a program of the Oregon Department of Human Services.

Council chair Ed Cortez said the council selected these businesses because of their efforts to open doors for job seekers with disabilities — not only through supportive hiring practices, but also by creating meaningful work experiences that help people explore careers and build confidence.

“We want to celebrate businesses that have created an environment where people with disabilities can thrive,” he said.

The council serves as an advisor to VR, which provides employment services for people with disabilities. VR also supports Oregon businesses —  helping them recruit, train, retain and promote employees with disabilities, all at no cost.

Chateau Home Furnishings

Ed Dasteur’s store, Chateau Home Furnishings, has been part of the Corvallis community since the 1980s. The store on NW Ninth Street sells beds, mattresses, sofas, dining sets, couches and home furnishings. It is known for the giant orange rocking chair out front.

“People take pictures of it every day,” Dasteur said.

Over the past decade, Dasteur has hired five VR participants and currently has one on staff who handles the store’s social media advertising and some light cleaning. Dasteur has also assisted about 15 others with career exploration in areas such as sales, computer work and furniture assembly.

He is quick to provide accommodations when needed, said Jesse Taylor, owner of JBT Vocational Advocacy, who nominated Dasteur for the award. The current employee hired through VR has lifting restrictions, which the store easily accommodates.

“He doesn’t have to lift couches,” Dasteur said. “It’s up to him what he wants to lift.”

Dasteur coordinates with Taylor to fill openings and host work experiences for people with disabilities who want to get job skills and explore what working is like. As a contracted vendor of the VR program, Taylor helps match VR participants and businesses looking to hire. He has seen first-hand Dasteur’s commitment to helping VR participants get work experience.

“Ed Dasteur believes everybody deserves a chance,” said Taylor. “He is kind and patient with our clientele through Vocational Rehabilitation and has provided jobs when he was able to.”

Dasteur said supporting the community is important to him. “If anybody needs help, I don’t hesitate. I even give furniture free to people who are totally broke.”

Fred Meyer

Fred Meyer’s stated core values of honesty, integrity, respect, diversity, safety, and inclusion show through its actions: currently four people from the VR program work at the store on Kings Boulevard. They work in a mix of freight, parcel, customer service, and store readiness roles that help keep the location running smoothly throughout the day, said Tim McKay, Human Resources Assistant Store Leader.

“Fred Meyer has an ongoing dedication to our communities and a longstanding commitment to hiring adults with disabilities,” McKay said.

These values also align with McKay’s beliefs, which stem from the personal experience of having a family member with a disability.

“I learned from watching this family member: let’s not put any restrictions on someone and see what they can do,” he said.

McKay said the best part of his job is hiring someone with raw potential and seeing them move up the job ladder. He puts into practice the philosophy of his father: “‘The world doesn’t owe you a living, but it does owe you an opportunity.’”

For example, he once hired a teenager with a disability who came in the store with his mother looking for a new job with more hours. McKay immediately hired him, and soon promoted him.

“I put him on night crew, then put him on as a courtesy clerk. I’m always in dialogue and work on cross-training. Everybody deserves a chance,” he said.

Taylor, of JBT Vocational Advocacy, nominated McKay for the award. He has seen firsthand how McKay’s leadership and commitment impact job seekers.

“Tim McKay has been an exceptional partner with Vocational Rehabilitation and my organization, providing a very kind, supportive, and professional service approach during each onboarding experience,” Taylor said. “His communication, understanding, and acceptance of accommodations have far exceeded my expectations. He has shown time and time again that every individual deserves a fair shot at employment and success.”
 

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About the State Rehabilitation Council

Oregon's State Rehabilitation Council (SRC) is an advisory partner to Vocational Rehabilitation (VR). Its role is to listen to VR participants about their VR experience and advise the VR program on how to improve services. 

About Vocational Rehabilitation

Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) is a program of the Oregon Department of Human Services. VR helps people with all kinds of disabilities find careers that fit their skills, interests, and abilities. The program is also a resource for Oregon businesses regarding disability in the workplace. 

Oregon Department Of Human Services Hillsboro And Tigard Free Food Markets Changing Dates - 08/03/26

The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) offices in Hillsboro and Tigard are changing when they hold their Free Food Markets each month.

Starting in September, the ODHS Hillsboro office at 5300 N.E. Elam Young Parkway will hold its Free Food Market the third Tuesday of the month. That means the first new date will be Tuesday, Sept. 15.

The ODHS Tigard office at 10777 S.W. Cascade Ave. will move to the first Monday of the month. The Tigard market will be closed Labor Day. Tigard’s next Free Food Market will be Monday, Oct. 5.

The August dates for the ODHS Hillsboro and Tigard Free Food Markets will stay the same. Hillsboro’s will be Tuesday, Aug. 11. Tigard’s will be Monday, Aug. 24.

"We are grateful for our ongoing partnership with the Oregon Food Bank, [OFB] that makes these markets possible. The new schedule helps OFB streamline deliveries and stretch their budget, ensuring more resources go directly to families in our community facing food insecurity," said Dawn Dzubay, Community Partnership Coordinator at the ODHS Tigard office. 

The Free Food Markets are open to anyone. Visitors can take home fresh fruits and vegetables, pantry staples, and a variety of donated household goods such as blankets, pillows, dog food, toys, shoes, clothes and more. 

These markets help address the hunger gap in Oregon. Each month, about 130 people visit the Tigard market, benefiting roughly 400 community members. The Hillsboro market serves about 180 people, reaching an estimated 500 community members.

Statewide list of ODHS-hosted Food Markets:  https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/food/pages/free-food-events.aspx

Learn about food resources in Oregon: https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/food/pages/default.aspx. 

UPDATE: SNAP Recipients In 12 Oregon Counties Have More Time To Replace Food Lost During Recent Fires - 07/31/26

If you live in one of 12 Oregon counties and lost food bought with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits because of recent fires and evacuations, you now have more time to ask for replacement benefits.

Two additional counties, Baker and Harney, have been added to the list of eligible counties since July 30.

The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) has extended the deadline for people whose food was lost or spoiled due to the wildfires in July.

Households in the counties listed below have until Aug. 14, to report food losses and request replacement SNAP benefits.

Counties included in the extended deadline:

• Baker
• Crook
• Deschutes
• Gilliam
• Harney
• Jackson
• Jefferson
• Sherman
• Umatilla
• Union
• Wasco
• Wheeler

What if I live in another county?

If you live outside these counties, the usual rule still applies.
 

You must report food losses within 10 days of the incident. ODHS may ask for proof.

How to request SNAP replacement benefits

You can request replacement benefits in any of these ways:

• Call 800-699-9075, relay calls welcome
• Visit a local ODHS office
• Fill out a https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/food/pages/snap-replacement.aspxreplacement request form
• Online: Log in to your ONE Online account
• By mail*:
  ONE Customer Service Center
  PO Box 14015
  Salem, OR 97309
  *(Mail must arrive by the deadline.)

Once approved, replacement benefits are added to the household’s existing Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card. The maximum replacement amount is the cost of the food lost, not to exceed the household's normal monthly SNAP benefit.

When does the extended deadline end?

The extended deadline ends Aug. 14, 2026.

After that date, the 10-day reporting rule will apply again.

Resources to help meet basic needs

• Find a food pantry: Visit oregonfoodbank.org
• Learn about government programs and community resources for older adults and people with disabilities: Call 1-855-673-2372 or visit adrcoforegon.org.
• Find more resources near you: Dial 211, text your zip code to 898-211, or visit 211info.org

Administered by ODHS, SNAP is a federal program that provides food assistance to approximately 1 in 5 eligible, low-income families and individuals in Oregon, including many older adults and people with disabilities. Individuals in need can apply for benefits, including SNAP, child care, cash assistance and Medicaid. Learn more at benefits.oregon.gov

UPDATE: Oregon Department Of Human Services Announces That Julian And Mahina Hawes Were Located On July 28 - 07/30/26

(Salem) – The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), Child Welfare Division, is thankful for the community support to find Julian and Mahina Hawes.

Sometimes when a child is missing, they may be in significant danger and ODHS may need to locate them to assess and support their safety. As ODHS works to do everything it can to find these missing children and assess their safety, media alerts will be issued in some circumstances. Sometimes, in these situations, a child may go missing repeatedly, resulting in more than one media alert for the same child.

Report suspected child abuse to the Oregon Child Abuse Hotline by calling 1-855-503-SAFE (7233). This toll-free number allows you to report abuse of any child or adult to the Oregon Department of Human Services, 24 hours a day, seven days a week and 365 days a year.

Statewide Hotline Available For Oregonians Affected By Wildfires And Smoke (Photo) - 07/30/26

(Salem, OR) People anywhere in Oregon who have been affected by wildfires or wildfire-related air quality can call 1-833-699-0554 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

The statewide hotline is available to people experiencing any wildfire-related impact, including those who:

• Lost a home or property
• Evacuated and have ongoing needs
• Are sheltering in place and have wildfire-related needs
• Are affected by wildfire smoke or poor air quality
• Have another need or concern caused by a wildfire

"During this difficult wildfire season, Oregonians impacted by fires deserve immediate and reliable access to the help they need," said Governor Tina Kotek. "That's why we've established a dedicated, 24/7 hotline - so that no Oregonian has to navigate this wildfire season alone or wonder where to turn to for help."

The hotline is staffed by 211info. If a call is not answered, callers can leave a message and will receive a return call within one business day.

This hotline does not provide emergency evacuation assistance or help people locate immediate shelter. People who are in immediate danger, have a medical emergency, or need emergency help evacuating should call 911. People looking for information about shelters or other immediate resources can call 2-1-1. For current 211info operating hours, visit 211info.org.

People can also enter their contact information and describe their wildfire-related needs using the Oregon Wildfire Assistance web form. An ODHS staff member will review the information and follow up with them.

“This wildfire season is already affecting a growing number of Oregon Tribes and communities,” said Ed Flick, Director, ODHS Office of Resilience and Emergency Management. “Wildfires can affect people in many ways, even when their homes have not burned. We want people to know there is one place they can call to share what they are experiencing and learn what resources may be available.”

In previous years the hotline has been used to connect people who lost homes in disasters with recovery support. This year, the Oregon Department of Human Services is expanding it to people experiencing a broader range of wildfire impacts.

ODHS has informally coordinated individual assistance following Oregon disasters since 2020. This year, Governor Tina Kotek directed ODHS to be ready to formally activate individual assistance when needed as the state prepares to establish a formal program in 2027 under House Bill 4121.

211info and ODHS will work with local communities to connect people with existing programs and local resources. If those resources are not enough to meet the level of need, ODHS will work with state leaders to identify additional support and funding options.

The hotline does not guarantee financial assistance or eligibility for a particular program. Staff will listen to each caller’s experience, document their needs and help identify available resources and next steps.

Hotline information

• Call: 1-833-699-0554
• Available: 24 hours a day, seven days a week
• Missed calls: Leave a message and your call will be returned within one business day
• Shelter and other immediate resource questions: call 211
• Emergencies or emergency evacuation help: call 911

SNAP Recipients In 10 Oregon Counties Have More Time To Replace Food Lost During Recent Fires - 07/30/26

If you live in one of 10 Oregon counties and lost food bought with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits because of recent fires and evacuations, you now have more time to ask for replacement benefits.

The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) has extended the deadline for people whose food was lost or spoiled due to the wildfires in July.

Households in the counties listed below have until Aug. 14, to report food losses and request replacement SNAP benefits.

Counties included in the extended deadline:

• Crook
• Deschutes
• Gilliam
• Jackson
• Jefferson
• Sherman
• Umatilla
• Union
• Wasco
• Wheeler

What if I live in another county?

If you live outside these counties, the usual rule still applies.
 

You must report food losses within 10 days of the incident. ODHS may ask for proof.

How to request SNAP replacement benefits

You can request replacement benefits in any of these ways:

• Call 800-699-9075, relay calls welcome
• Visit a local ODHS office
• Fill out a replacement request form
• Online: Log in to your ONE Online account
• By mail*:
  ONE Customer Service Center
  PO Box 14015
  Salem, OR 97309
  *(Mail must arrive by the deadline.)

Once approved, replacement benefits are added to the household’s existing Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card. The maximum replacement amount is the cost of the food lost, not to exceed the household's normal monthly SNAP benefit.

When does the extended deadline end?

The extended deadline ends Aug. 14, 2026.

After that date, the 10-day reporting rule will apply again.

Resources to help meet basic needs

• Find a food pantry: Visit oregonfoodbank.org
• Learn about government programs and community resources for older adults and people with disabilities: Call 1-855-673-2372 or visit adrcoforegon.org.
• Find more resources near you: Dial 211, text your zip code to 898-211, or visit 211info.org

Administered by ODHS, SNAP is a federal program that provides food assistance to approximately 1 in 5 eligible, low-income families and individuals in Oregon, including many older adults and people with disabilities. Individuals in need can apply for benefits, including SNAP, child care, cash assistance and Medicaid. Learn more at benefits.oregon.gov.