To be eligible for the program, individuals must:
- Have experienced hardship caused by COVID
- Be a resident of Crook, Deschutes or Jefferson counties or The Confederated Tribes of Warm Spring
- Be a homeowner
- Have a household income at or below 160 percent Area Median Income for Deschutes county residents or 200 percent Federal Poverty Level for Jefferson and Crook counties and the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs
- Further restrictions and requirements may apply
The program is made possible thanks to the support of Deschutes County, Commission Chair Patti Adair, Commissioners Tony DeBone and Phil Henderson and county staff; and to City of Bend, Mayor Sally Russell and City Councilors and staff.
Those interested in applying for Mortgage Assistance are asked to visit https://www.neighborimpact.