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Learn about A Road Home, a plan to develop strategies, programs, and activities that assist homeless families and individuals move to housing and self-sufficiency.

The Department of Housing Services creates pathways out of homelessness, promotes housing stability, and invests in affordable communities for Washington County and our residents.

Rehabilitation and renovation of apartment buildings in Washington County's Affordable Housing Portfolio for long-term affordability and sustainability.

The Department of Housing Services offers affordable rental housing located throughout Washington County.

Find information and forms for applicants waiting for rental assistance from the Department of Housing Services.

Get information about committees and partners related to Housing Services.

The Department of Housing Services works with valued community partners to support our mission of providing affordable housing across Washington County.

Contact information for the Department of Housing Services, including current caseload assignments.

Washington County oversees a complex and coordinated shelter system that provides a steppingstone to long-term housing for people experiencing homelessness.

Past issues of the monthly department-wide Housing Services e-newsletter (started January 2022), quarterly Community Resource e-newsletter (started January 2025), and the Supportive Housing Services e-newsletter (discontinued in January 2022)

Information regarding Electronic Funds Transfers and Reliacard for program participants.

Washington County purchased 1103-1105 Elm St, Forest Grove in October 2023 with a long-term goal to use the site for affordable housing with on-site services for residents.

Shelter and access center programs act as the “front door” of our homeless system of care. They provide emergency services including hygiene, nutrition, and safe sleep, while also helping to connect families and individuals to housing.

The FSS program helps program participants overcome barriers to self-sufficiency while saving money to meet their goals.

Resources and information about housing assistance, eviction prevention, shelters, access centers and services.

Find information and resources that can assist renters in locating affordable housing options.

Forms for applicants and clients of the Washington County Department of Housing Services.

Washington County is rapidly expanding investments to prevent and end homelessness. These resources are strategically coordinated and leveraged to maximize community impact.

Learn more about and get involved in Washington County's effort to make homelessness rare, brief and non-recurring in our community by joining the Homeless Solutions Advisory Council.

Find the latest available information on affordable housing and vouchers waitlists here.