Multnomah County Library Homework Center - Science, Math, Music, Language Arts, Biology, Sports, Current Events and much more.

Refdesk.com - Guide to homework information from 1st grade through college.

States and Capitals

Wikipedia - Find it!

HowStuffWorks - Source for clear, reliable explanations of how everything around us actually works.

The Math Tutor - free online tutoring, arithmetic to calculus, response within 24 hours.

Spelling - Free online Spelling Course

Peter's Online Typing Course - Free online typing course

Portland Public Schools - School Facts and General Information
Benson
Cleveland
Franklin
Grant
Jefferson
Lincoln
Madison
Roosevelt
Wilson

Blue Mountain Community College
Central Oregon Community College
Chemeketa Community College
Clackamas Community College
Clatsop Community College
Columbia Gorge Community College
Heald Colleges
Klamath Community College
Lane Community College
Linn-Benton Community College
Mt. Hood Community College
Oregon Coast College
Portland Community College
Rogue Community College
Southwestern Oregon Community College
Tillamook Bay Community College
Treasure Valley Community College
Umpqua Community College

Art Institute of Portland
Concordia University-Portland
East-West College of the Healing Arts
Eastern Oregon University
Eugene Bible College
George Fox University
Lewis & Clark College
Linfield College
Marylhurst University
Multnomah Bible College & Seminary
National College for Natural Medicine
Northwest Christian College
Oregon College of Oriental Medicine
Oregon Graduate Institute of Science & Technology
Oregon Health Sciences University
Oregon Institute of Technology
Oregon School of Massage
Oregon State University
Pacific Northwest College of Art
Pacific University
Pioneer Pacific College
Portland State University
Reed College
Southern Oregon University
University of Oregon
University of Phoenix
University of Portland
Warner Pacific College
Western Oregon University
Western States Chiropractic College
Willamette University

Connect2Jobs – A tool for job searching and career exploration.  You can:

• Look for jobs in Portland
• Work on your resume
• Explore careers
• Calculate wages and salaries

www.teens4hire.org - Career Center for businesses and organizations that recruit young adults in the high school and college age groups.

Oregon Employment Department - Current jobs in Oregon.

America’s Job Bank - New jobs posted daily.

Career Builder - Career-advancement source for employers, recruiters and job seekers.

Monster.com - Build and post your resume and access thousands of pages of career info and advice.

Oregonlive - Local job postings in Oregon

www.aftercollege.com - National career network specializing in recruitment at the college level.

National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) - America's bridge between higher education and the world of work.

Job Search Resources - These resources and guides provide job searching guidance. Topics include resume and cover letter advice, tips on effective networking, and salary negotiation techniques. Also see:
Job Banks, Meta-Guides, and Job Clearinghouses

Oregon Employment Department - Create an online resume with iMatch and look for jobs.

The Riley Guide - Resumes & Cover Letters

The Resume Resource - Resume & Cover Letter Examples

Quintessential Careers – Job interview strategies for teens:

• Part I -- Interview Preparation
• Part II -- During and After the Interview

Jobs for Teens - Interview Tips: Where Teens, Students and Young Adults Find Jobs

www.groovejob.com - High School and College Interview Tips

Monster - Interview Center

Job Assist – Youth Job Resources

Career Voyages - Collaboration between the U.S. Department of Labor and the U.S. Department of Education. It is designed to provide information on high growth, high demand occupations along with the skills and education needed to attain jobs for Youth.

www.youth2work.gov - Every year, millions of teens work in part-time or summer jobs. Early work experiences can be rewarding for young workers - providing great opportunities to learn important job skills. Today’s youth will be the workforce of the 21st Century. One of my priorities for the U.S. Department of Labor is to assist America’s youth in preparing to enter that workforce.

Mapping Your Future - Welcome to the guided tour of Planning a Career. On this tour, you can find out how to choose a career and how to reach your career goal. You can also pick up useful tips on job hunting, resume writing, and job interviewing techniques. Feel free to leave the tour at any time to find out more about a subject just by clicking on the highlighted text.

www.quintCareers.com - Useful college, career, and job-hunting tips, trends, and information for job-seekers.

Portland State University Career Center - PSU Career Center staff members assist Portland State University (PSU) students and alumni with career development and job search needs.

Alcoholics Anonymous-Information, groups and meetings throughout Oregon.

Cascadia- Dual diagnosis intensive & non-intensive outpatient services.  DUII, gambling, age-specific and gender-specific treatment available.

Center for Family and Adolescent Research- Free drug treatment for adolescents and their families.  The project provides intensive help to parents who want treatment for their child ages 15-20.

Central City Concern- serves Portland’s homeless and low-income individuals who are in need of basic care. Compassion, innovation and tenacity frame CCC’s health and recovery services for individuals and families. These programs are frequently integrated with housing and other supportive services.

DePaul Treatment Center- Various locations throughout the Portland Metro area.  Outpatient drug & alcohol treatment for adults and youth.  Inpatient component (3-6 months), DUII.

Lifeworks NW - Customized individual and group programs help youth and families, adults and older adults deal with addictions from alcohol and gambling to medications and beyond—working to regain a balance.

Assistance League of Portland - Serves children who qualify for free/reduced lunch.  Serves PPS children K-12, September-June.

Mt. Hood Community College Dental Hygiene Clinic - Under $30 for most services.  Limited basis.  No emergencies.

Multnomah County Dental Access Program - Referral for urgent and emergency dental appointments for uninsured clients.

OHSU School of Dentistry- Provides low-cost general dentistry: fillings, and emergency care.

Coalition of Community Health Clinics- Medical clinics that provide free or low-cost health care to the uninsured.

Family Health Insurance Assistance Program- For those who do not qualify for OHP. 70-95% subsidy for private insurance. Can not be on or eligible for Medicare.

Outside In Medical Clinic-Walk-in services for ages 30 and under.

Planned Parenthood -  Reproductive health care, HIV/AIDS testing, STD testing.  Free/sliding scale.

For Additional free and reduced-cost health care services call the Multnomah County Health Info and Referral Line at 503-988-3333.

Cascadia- Providing mental health, alcohol, and drug treatment, case management and medication management to people with OHP Plus.

Lifeworks NW - Customized individual and group programs help youth and families, adults and older adults deal with addictions from alcohol and gambling to medications and beyond—working to regain a balance.

Morrison Child and Family Services - Various programs and services provided throughout the Metro area that provide mental health services for youth.

Outside In Medical Clinic-Walk-in mental health services.

Portland State University Community Counseling Clinic -  provides low cost individual, couple and family counseling. It is located on the 5th floor of Education Hall and is open by appointment on both day and evening schedules.  The clinic seeks clients who are able to come on a weekly basis, at the same time, for up to ten weeks. The Clinic does not offer medication services or help during a mental health crisis. The cost is $15 per session.

For Additional free and reduced-cost mental health care services call the Multnomah County Mental Health Crisis Line at 503-988-4888.

Community Alliance of Tenants (CAT) -  Hotline for renters' rights information. Educates and empowers renters to demand safe, stable, and affordable rental housing. Also organizes Building Repair Forums

Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon - Shared housing program.

Fair Housing - For residents of Washington County

Friendly House - Call once a week for availability of housing assistance. Serves homeless families with children

Habitat for Humanity - Income guidelines. Applicants must be willing to work 500 hours.

Hacienda CDC (Community Development -  Monday-Friday, 8:30-5:00. Affordable housing with rents based on income for 50% and 60%. 1,2,3, & 4 bedroom apts. available. $35 application fee and $300 refundable security deposit. Also provides a variety of community programs and classes and an onsite county health clinic

Housing Authority of Clackamas County -  Subsidized rental housing in Clackamas County

Housing  Authority of Portland (HAP) Section 8 Housing  -Administers the Rent Assistance Program (RASP). Must go in and apply. There is a waiting list for next subsidized apartment. Office opens for applications only at 7:30am

Washington County Housing Services

Housing Connections - Provides lists of low cost and special needs housing on website. Covers Clackamas, Multnomah, and Washington Counties. Use online calculator to determine affordable rent based on income

Human Solutions - Transitional housing for families. Please call for appointment and information

Innovative Housing, Inc.

Patton Home - SRO for individuals who make less than $28,500 per year. Furnished rooms available with communal dining area. Meal service available, accepts Oregon Trail Card. $30 application fee. $395 per month, utilities included

Portland Community Reinvestment Initiatives, Inc. - Affordable housing provider--call for availability and eligibility. Also offers services such as a parent network, emergency childcare funding, and a gardening program

Portland Housing Center - For low-income people who need assistance with negotiating payments of low mortgages. Ready to Rent classes. First time homebuyers educational program

Portland Impact - May have a waiting list for rental assistance. Eligibility based on income

REACH Community Development - Low income housing available, though there is a waiting list for 6-12 months

Rose Community- Rentals and homes for sale in SE Portland

St. Vincent de Paul - Occasionally have funds to assist with emergency housing or rental assistance

Transition Projects, Inc - Provides rental assistance for single people who are homeless.

Central City Concern - Located in Old Town/Downtown Portland. Subsidized and non-subsidized housing

Community Action Organization - Located in Hillsboro

Everett Hotel - Single resident occupancy men and women on parole/probation

Friendly House - Call once a week for availability of housing assistance. Serves homeless families with children

Hopespring Transitional Housing - Locations in Aloha and Tigard

Human Solutions - Transitional housing for families. Please call for appointment and information

Luke-Dorf, Inc. - Located in Tigard. Provides housing for people with mental disabilities

NW Housing Alternative

Neighborhood House - Provides referrals for resources in SW Portland such as housing, rental assistance, and utilities. Assists with emergency needs for homeless

Outside In

Oxford Houses

Portland Impact -  May have a waiting list for rental assistance. Eligibility based on income

Portland Rescue Mission

Transition Projects, Inc - Provides rental assistance for single people who are homeless

Union Gospel Mission 

YWCA - Fresh Start Program for individuals with any barriers to housing in Multnomah County

For Additional Contact Information for Portland Metro Area Homeless Shelters Click Here

Adventis Medical Center- Groups for moms with babies ages 0-12 months. Provides socialization with other moms, trouble shooting, weight checks, lactation issues, etc.

Center for Family Success- "Parenting Inside and Out" curriculum for parents and caregivers involved in DHS and the criminal justice system.

Insights Teen Parent Program- Provides counseling, support groups, parent education, and child care for pregnant and parenting teens.

Neighborhood House Parenting Program- Free parent/child play groups for children 0-5. Information, support groups, and health and development screenings are also available.

Parents Anonymous- Confidential and anonymous support line which offers crisis assistance, emotional support, and information and referrals to local community resources.  Available to anyone in the tri-county area experiencing stress or concerns about parenting. 503-258-4557

Planned Parenthood- Reproductive health care, HIV/AIDS testing, STD testing.  Free/sliding scale.

Pregnancy Resource Center- Pregnancy tests, peer counseling, pregnancy information, adoption information, maternity, baby toys and clothes, furnishings, parenting classes.

Albina Head Start- Free child care for birth to age 5 for low income families.  Must meet income guidelines, be working or in school, and live in North, NE, or SE Portland.

Arc of Multnomah County- Respite care for special needs children.

Department of Human Services Employment/Education Related Day Care (ERDC)- Child care assistance for parents who are working or in school.

Mt. Hood Community College Head Start- Child Development and family support services available for pregnant women and families of children age birth - 5 to who are low income and reside in East County outside Portland Public Schools.