ORS 411.752: General assistance project established.

(1) The general assistance project is established in the Department of Human Services. The department shall conduct outreach to individuals who are likely to meet the qualification criteria for the project and provide aid and services designed to assist the individuals in securing housing and Supplemental Security Income benefits or Social Security Disability Insurance benefits. An individual is qualified to participate in the project if the individual: (a) Has been determined by the department to have a disability that would qualify the individual for Supplemental Security Income benefits or Social Security Disability Insurance benefits; (b) Is enrolled in the medical assistance program; and (c) Is homeless. (2) The aid and services provided under this section must include, but are not limited to: (a) Housing assistance; (b) Cash assistance for personal incidentals; and (c) Assistance in applying for and securing Supplemental Security Income benefits or Social Security Disability Insurance benefits. (3) Up to 200 individuals may participate in the project each month. [2016 c.93 §1]