About Healthier Oregon
As of July 1, 2023, people of any age or immigration status are eligible for full Oregon Health Plan (OHP) benefits and services for people with disabilities.
The Healthier Oregon program offers free health coverage through the Oregon Health Plan for people who live in Oregon and meet income and other criteria.
Thanks to Healthier Oregon, more people also have access to services provided through the Office of Developmental Disabilities Services and the Office of Aging and People with Disabilities.
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Healthier Oregon and immigration status
As of September 18, 2026, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (U.S. DHS) rules for who will be considered a “public charge” have changed.
Immigration officers may look at more types of public benefits when making a public charge determination. An officer will be allowed to consider
all income-based local, state, or federal programs such as health care, food assistance, housing help, cash aid, or childcare assistance when a person applies for a green card (lawful permanent residence or LPR).
Learn more: English: Public Charge FAQ |
Español (Spanish)
If you have more questions about how public charge affects you: Contact Oregon’s Public Benefits Hotline at 503-241-4111 or 800-520-5292.
About ODDS' services and supports
Healthier Oregon ensures all people who meet intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) eligibility can get services, regardless of their immigration status or age. These services include, but are not limited to:
- Help with activities like bathing, dressing, eating, communication, movement or accessing the community
- Assistive technology
To learn more and access these services
If you have questions about how Healthier Oregon affects your ODDS services, email
odds.questions@odhs.oregon.gov.