A Hoarding Alliance local resource guide

Hoarding support in Hillsboro, Oregon.

You deserve choices, not pressure. This guide gathers places to ask about support, basic needs, safety, and a next step—whether clutter affects you or someone you care about. A listing is a place to start, not a promise that a service is open or a fit. You can ask questions, take time, and decide what feels manageable.

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Start here - Fight the Blight

Start with the kind of help that feels right today

Role: Fight the Blight is the nonprofit first conversation and virtual peer-group front door for hoarding and clutter support. Geography: remote; ask about current Washington County access. Cost/eligibility: confirm current conversation or group availability and any funding or eligibility before relying on it. Emergency limit: nonclinical support, not therapy, emergency response, or a cleanup service. You do not have to agree to a cleanout to begin talking.

For immediate danger

For immediate danger, fire, serious injury, or urgent medical need, call 911. For suicidal thoughts or emotional distress, call or text 988. Washington County directs people seeking urgent behavioral-health support to call Hawthorn’s 24/7 crisis line at 503-291-9111 before traveling; the County says its crisis services are free, even without insurance. A walk-in center cannot replace 911 for immediate life-threatening danger.

First conversations

A few good places to start

You do not need to know the perfect service name before reaching out. These organizations can help you understand the landscape and identify a next step.

Role: community-resource navigation; geography: Oregon, including Washington County referrals; cost/eligibility: ask each program about requirements; emergency limit: not emergency dispatch—call 911 for immediate danger | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

Oregon 211info

If you are unsure which local office to call, ask 211info about current housing, food, utility, health, and transportation referrals. Each program sets its own access rules and availability.

Role: private-pay hoarding and clutter support, including practical organizing and family support; geography: ask about remote or in-person Washington County availability; cost/eligibility: private-pay—request current rates and scope; emergency limit: not emergency response or a substitute for licensed care | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

The Peer Tree

For support outside a grant-funded scope, ask The Peer Tree about options, cost, travel, timing, and what a first visit would—and would not—involve. No listing here is an endorsement.

Role: digital peer support for people affected by hoarding and clutter and their supporters; geography: online; cost/eligibility: check current access details; emergency limit: not therapy, crisis response, or emergency support | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

Unburied

An optional, private peer-support pathway for people directly affected and those who care about them. Explore at your own pace; it does not replace professional care or emergency help.

Safety and stability

When the concern involves safety, housing, or crisis

These pathways serve different situations. Read the labels carefully before calling, especially when a response may involve crisis care, protective services, shelter, housing rules, legal advocacy, or emergency dispatch.

Role: immediate emergency response; geography: Hillsboro and Washington County; cost/eligibility: call when needed—transport or medical charges may be separate; emergency limit: use for imminent danger, fire, serious injury, or urgent medical needs | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

911 Emergency Services

Call 911 when there is an immediate threat to life or safety, a fire, serious injury, or urgent medical emergency. This guide cannot assess conditions inside a home or replace emergency responders.

Role: emotional-distress and suicide-crisis conversation; geography: United States, including Oregon; cost/eligibility: call or text 988; emergency limit: not a replacement for 911 during immediate physical danger or urgent medical emergencies | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or text 988 for support during suicidal thoughts, emotional distress, or concern about someone else. If there is immediate danger or a medical emergency, call 911.

Role: urgent behavioral-health crisis assessment, counseling, peer support, and connection to care; geography: Hillsboro and Washington County; cost/eligibility: County says crisis services are free, including without insurance; emergency limit: call 911 for immediate life-threatening danger | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

Hawthorn Walk-In Center

Washington County lists walk-in hours of 9 a.m.–7 p.m. daily at 5250 NE Elam Young Parkway, Suite 100, Hillsboro. The County asks people to call its 24/7 crisis line first so staff can help choose an option; confirm before traveling.

Role: referral and navigation for county shelter programs; geography: Washington County; cost/eligibility: referral, current waitlists, age and county-tie criteria apply—confirm screening; emergency limit: not a guaranteed same-day bed or emergency dispatch | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

Washington County shelter access and Community Connect

The County says shelter access is referral-based through Community Connect or a partner organization and that all county shelters currently have waitlists. Call to discuss current options and eligibility; do not travel expecting a bed without confirmation.

Role: confidential survivor crisis support and safety planning; geography: Washington County; cost/eligibility: call to discuss current services; emergency limit: call 911 for immediate danger—online activity may be monitored | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

Domestic Violence Resource Center 24-hour line

DVRC posts a 24-hour crisis line for people experiencing domestic violence. Its site warns that browsing history may be monitored; use a safer device or call if that is a concern.

Role: county victim-services information and referrals; geography: Washington County; cost/eligibility: ask about service scope and access; emergency limit: call 911 for immediate danger | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

Washington County Victim Services

The County maintains information for people affected by crime and abuse, including domestic-abuse resources. Contact an advocate to discuss safe communication and options; this page is not emergency response.

Role: information and reporting pathway for suspected abuse or neglect of older adults and adults with disabilities; geography: Oregon; cost/eligibility: call to discuss concern and intake; emergency limit: call 911 for immediate danger | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

Oregon Adult Protective Services

Oregon's Respect page explains reporting and support for older adults and people with disabilities who may be experiencing abuse, neglect, or self-neglect. Ask what response is appropriate; clutter alone does not establish abuse.

Role: time-limited weather-related shelter notices; geography: Washington County; cost/eligibility: event, location, and access rules vary—check the live notice; emergency limit: not a year-round bed guarantee | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

Washington County severe-weather shelter updates

The County posts temporary shelter changes during severe weather. Check the current notice or contact Community Connect before traveling; a past event notice is not evidence that a shelter is open today.

People and practical help

Housing, food, care, transportation, and ongoing support

These listings connect the local community with housing, food, behavioral health, benefits, transit, survivor advocacy, disability support, peer support, and practical resources. Ask about current availability, cost, scope, consent, and safety before relying on them.

Role: county housing and homelessness navigation; geography: Washington County; cost/eligibility: program screening and availability vary; emergency limit: not emergency dispatch or guaranteed housing | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

Washington County Find Home or Get Help

Start with the County's housing-services directory to identify a route for homelessness, housing instability, or prevention. Ask about current intake, documentation, and whether a referral is required.

Role: housing navigation and case-management information; geography: Washington County; cost/eligibility: access and referral rules vary—confirm directly; emergency limit: not a guaranteed placement | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

Washington County housing case managers

The County describes housing case-management pathways for people seeking stability. Ask which partner currently serves your situation and whether an appointment or referral is needed.

Role: county rent-assistance information; geography: Washington County; cost/eligibility: funding, application windows, and household rules change—verify before applying; emergency limit: not an immediate guarantee of rent payment | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

Washington County rent assistance information

The County posts rent-assistance information and directs residents to available pathways. Funding can pause or run out; confirm current intake and eligibility before making plans.

Role: current location and hours information for homeless resource centers; geography: Washington County; cost/eligibility: check the page for current site and access details; emergency limit: a day center is not an overnight bed | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

County Homeless Resources & Centers

The County posts resource-center information and temporary location changes. One current page may reflect a temporary site; verify today's address and hours before traveling.

Role: nonprofit housing-stability and homelessness-prevention navigation; geography: Washington County; cost/eligibility: income, funding, and program screening may apply; emergency limit: not a guaranteed shelter bed or payment | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

Community Action Washington County housing stability

Community Action describes housing-stability pathways. Ask about current funding, household eligibility, intake, and whether help is available before relying on it for a deadline.

Role: utility-assistance screening; geography: Washington County; cost/eligibility: income and funding limits apply—confirm the open application route; emergency limit: not emergency utility repair | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

Community Action utility assistance

Community Action lists utility assistance programs. Funding and application availability can change; contact the program before counting on a payment or disconnection prevention.

Role: food-resource navigation; geography: Washington County; cost/eligibility: pantry schedules and access rules vary—confirm same-day details; emergency limit: not emergency medical care | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

Community Action food assistance

Use Community Action's current Find Help directory to look for food resources and ask about hours, service area, identification, and household rules before traveling.

Role: community health center and integrated behavioral-health care; geography: Hillsboro; cost/eligibility: clinic describes care regardless of insurance and sliding-fee options—confirm appointment and cost; emergency limit: not crisis dispatch | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

Virginia Garcia Hillsboro Clinic

Virginia Garcia lists a Hillsboro clinic and integrated care. Call to ask about new-patient appointments, services, language access, insurance, and how its sliding-fee process works.

Role: clinic intake and care navigation; geography: Washington County clinic network; cost/eligibility: appointment, insurance, and sliding-fee requirements must be confirmed; emergency limit: not emergency response | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

Virginia Garcia Get Care

Use the clinic's current care-access page to ask how to become a patient and what services are accepting appointments. Confirm details directly before travel.

Role: county behavioral-health and counseling navigation; geography: Washington County; cost/eligibility: provider, insurance, and referral rules vary; emergency limit: use Hawthorn/988 for crisis and 911 for immediate danger | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

Washington County mental-health and counseling resources

The County's page can help identify behavioral-health and counseling pathways. Ask each provider about current openings, insurance, cost, and whether it offers care related to hoarding or anxiety; no specialty service is verified here.

Role: veterans-benefit navigation and service connection; geography: Washington County; cost/eligibility: veteran status and benefit-specific rules apply; emergency limit: not crisis response | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

Washington County Veterans Services

County Veterans Services can help eligible veterans and families navigate benefits. Ask about appointments, documents, and whether the question belongs with the County or the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Role: information and service navigation for older adults, people with disabilities, and veterans; geography: Washington County; cost/eligibility: program-specific screening applies; emergency limit: not emergency dispatch | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

Washington County Disability, Aging and Veteran Services

The County's DAVS department describes service and referral pathways. Ask what is available for the person's age, disability, caregiver role, and location.

Role: state public-benefit and human-services office navigation; geography: Hillsboro; cost/eligibility: each benefit has separate income and program rules; emergency limit: not emergency shelter or crisis response | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

Oregon DHS Hillsboro office

Oregon DHS lists local office information for benefit and human-service questions. Check the current office directory for hours, appointment rules, and which applications can be completed online or by phone.

Role: state benefits application and renewal pathway; geography: Oregon; cost/eligibility: program, income, household, and documentation rules apply; emergency limit: not crisis response | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

Oregon benefits and ONE online application

Oregon's ONE system provides an online route to apply for or manage certain benefits. Ask DHS about current programs, accessible application help, and documents needed for your household.

Role: aging, disability, and caregiver resource navigation; geography: Oregon, including Washington County; cost/eligibility: referrals and services vary; confirm directly; emergency limit: not emergency response | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

Oregon Aging and Disability Resource Connection

Oregon's ADRC can help people explore long-term services, disability supports, and caregiver information. Ask about local partners and service eligibility; clutter alone does not establish eligibility for a program.

Role: civil legal-aid information and intake; geography: Hillsboro and listed service area; cost/eligibility: income, case type, and capacity screening apply; emergency limit: not emergency response or legal representation guarantee | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

Oregon Law Center Hillsboro office

The Hillsboro office page describes Oregon Law Center's civil legal-services pathway. Contact intake to confirm the county served, issue scope, income criteria, language access, and whether the office can assist.

Role: coordinated services information for people affected by domestic violence and related harm; geography: Washington County; cost/eligibility: ask the center about current services and access; emergency limit: call 911 for immediate danger | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

Family Peace Center of Washington County

The Family Peace Center lists services and partner pathways for people affected by violence. Contact the center safely to ask which partner can help; the listing is not a guarantee of confidential shelter availability.

Role: city directory of community supports and local contacts; geography: Hillsboro; cost/eligibility: each listed program sets its own rules; confirm directly; emergency limit: not emergency dispatch | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

City of Hillsboro community resources

The City page gathers community-resource information. Use it to identify a department or local service, then verify current hours, geographic boundaries, fees, and intake with the provider.

Role: municipal waste-service and income-qualified bill-discount information; geography: eligible Hillsboro service addresses; cost/eligibility: address, account-holder and income rules apply—confirm requirements and rates; emergency limit: not a home cleanout | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

Hillsboro garbage and recycling account assistance

The City describes garbage and recycling service and a reduced-rate option for qualifying households. Confirm service address, account responsibility, current application rules, bulky-item fees, and what the hauler can accept; this is not a cleanup crew.

Role: public library information and local learning-resource navigation; geography: Hillsboro; cost/eligibility: membership, borrowing, and program rules vary—confirm with the library; emergency limit: not crisis or emergency support | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

Hillsboro Public Library

The City library page provides current branch and service information. Ask about public access, technology, accessibility, programs, and any membership or borrowing costs before making a trip.

Role: public-transit route and trip planning; geography: Hillsboro and Portland metro; cost/eligibility: fare and trip details depend on current service; check before riding; emergency limit: not emergency transportation | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

TriMet MAX Blue Line and Hillsboro stations

TriMet's MAX station and schedule pages can help plan a trip through Hillsboro. Check live service alerts, route, fare, accessibility, and the final walk to the destination.

Role: ADA paratransit eligibility and application information; geography: TriMet service area including Hillsboro; cost/eligibility: functional eligibility assessment and application required; confirm fare and trip rules; emergency limit: not same-day emergency transport | For Hillsboro and Washington County unless a listing says otherwise. Confirm service area, current hours, openings, cost, eligibility, referral and safety details directly before traveling or relying on a program.

TriMet LIFT paratransit eligibility

TriMet says eligibility is based on functional barriers to fixed-route transit, not disability, age, income, or inability to drive alone. Review the application and assessment process and confirm eligibility before relying on LIFT for a trip.

A note from the Alliance

Start with the person. Then decide what the situation needs.

This guide is anchored in Hillsboro, Oregon, and includes city, county, state, nonprofit, national, and independent pathways. A listing here does not mean Fight the Blight endorses every provider or can guarantee availability. The Hoarding Alliance is not a city or county agency, therapy practice, emergency service, or cleanup company. We will keep reviewing this page, but please confirm details directly before relying on them.

Need help choosing a path? Contact Fight the Blight