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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Public charge notice for immigrants
Getting these benefits
can be counted during an immigrant's public charge test.
However, many immigrants are
exempt from the public charge rule, including refugees and people seeking asylum.
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.