Community Resources for Families During the SNAP Benefit Disruption

We know times are tough. With Oregon SNAP benefits expected to be unavailable for November due to the federal shutdown, our community is coming together to make sure families have access to food, support, and essential resources.

Last updated: November 4, 2025

🍎 Food & Grocery Support

Douglas County Food Resources Map

What it offers: An interactive online map showing food pantries, community meals, and grocery support across Douglas County. Updated frequently.
How to access: Find a Food Site Near You
Notes: Created and maintained by community partners to help families locate nearby food support quickly.

Brosi’s Sugartree Farms – Free Community Meal

What they offer: Free community meal featuring all-beef hot dogs, baked beans, apples, pears, and juice.
When: Saturday, November 8, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Who’s eligible: Open to anyone in the community in need of a meal or extra support.
Location: 5245 Melrose Road, Roseburg, OR 97471
Notes: Enjoy a warm meal, the fall scenery, and community connection. ❤️ Hosted by Brosi’s Sugartree Farms.

Myrtle Creek Community Feed

What they offer: Free community dinner featuring homemade, locally grown soup and bread. 🍲
When: Wednesday, November 6 – Dinner starts at 5:00 PM
Where: Myrtle Creek Community Center, Myrtle Creek, OR
Who’s eligible: Open to everyone—families and individuals in need of a hot, home-cooked meal or a sense of community connection.
Cost: Free
How to help: Donations for the Myrtle Creek Food Bank will be collected during the event.
Contact: Serena – 541-680-1700

B Sweet Treats – Free Thanksgiving Dinner

What they offer: Complimentary Thanksgiving dinner for individuals and families with an active SNAP card. 🦃
When: Sunday, November 23, 2025
Who’s eligible: Anyone with a valid Oregon SNAP/EBT card (bring card for verification).
Cost: Free (with SNAP card)
How to access: Visit in person on the day of the event; no pre-registration required.
Location: B Sweet Treats, 1813 NE Stephens Street, Roseburg, OR 97470
Notes: Local bakery and café offering this special meal to help neighbors enjoy a warm Thanksgiving together.

NeighborWorks Umpqua – Emergency Food Support Partnership

What they offer: Connects families to emergency food resources across rural Oregon through partnerships with local providers like The FISH of Roseburg.
Who’s eligible: Any household in need of short-term or emergency food assistance.
How to access: Visit neighborworksumpqua.org or call 541-673-4909.
Partners: The FISH of Roseburg, DoorDash, and local food programs.

The FISH of Roseburg – DoorDash Emergency Food Delivery

What they offer: One-time emergency food box delivery for households unable to travel to a food pantry.
Who’s eligible: House-bound, injured, elderly, or without transportation.
Includes: One 20-lb bag of non-perishable food (no refrigerated or frozen foods).
How it works: Call 541-672-5242 and leave a message. FISH staff will coordinate free delivery via DoorDash.
Website: fishroseburg.org
Notes: No perishable foods delivered (no milk, eggs, cheese, produce, or meat). Families able to travel are encouraged to visit the pantry for more variety.

👶 Family & Early Childhood Support

Community UPLiFT – South Central Early Learning Hub (Douglas ESD)

What they offer: Connects families to local supports such as housing, utilities, early education, and parenting resources.
Who’s eligible: Expecting parents, families with children ages 0–5, or families with children up to 21 who have a disability.
How to access: Complete the online referral form at communityuplift.
Contact: Douglas ESD | Early Learning Hub
Notes: Simplifies access to multiple child and family-support programs across Douglas County.

Family Development Center (FDC) – Roseburg

What they offer: Free and low-cost programs supporting family well-being and early childhood development, including parenting classes, home visits, and the Relief Nursery.
Programs include: Parenting education, Healthy Families home visits, therapeutic preschool, and family workshops.
Who’s eligible: Families with young children (prenatal to age 6), especially those facing stress or financial hardship.
How to access: Call 541-673-4354 or visit fdcroseburg.org.
Location: 300 Jerry’s Drive, Roseburg, OR 97470
Notes: Services are free and confidential; families may self-refer.

🏠 Housing, Utility & Financial Assistance

NeighborWorks Umpqua – Housing & Financial Stability Programs

What they offer: Emergency rent and utility help, homeowner support, financial education, and affordable housing programs.
Who’s eligible: Douglas County residents facing financial hardship (income-based).
How to access: Visit nwumpqua.org or call 541-673-4909.
Location: 605 SE Kane St, Roseburg, OR 97470
Notes: Partnering with UCAN and local agencies to provide coordinated response during the shutdown.

UCAN (United Community Action Network)

What they offer: Comprehensive support for rent, utilities, and food access, plus weatherization and outreach programs.
Who’s eligible: Low- to moderate-income households in Douglas County.
How to access: Call 541-672-3421 or visit ucancap.org.
Location: 280 Kenneth Ford Drive, Roseburg, OR 97470
Notes: Collaborates with DHS, NeighborWorks, and other community partners for coordinated assistance.

💙 Health & Wellness Resources

Douglas Public Health Network (DPHN)

What they offer: Public health information, immunizations, and coordination of local health programs.
How to access: Visit douglaspublichealthnetwork.org or call 541-440-3571.
Location: 1036 SE Douglas Ave, Roseburg, OR 97470

Douglas County WIC Program

What they offer: Nutrition support, breastfeeding guidance, and food benefits for women, infants, and children.
Who’s eligible: Pregnant women, new mothers, and children under age 5 meeting income guidelines.
How to access: Call 541-440-3516 or visit douglascounty-or.gov.
Location: 621 W Madrone St, Roseburg, OR 97470

Aviva Health (formerly Umpqua Community Health Center)

What they offer: Comprehensive medical, dental, and behavioral health care for all ages, with sliding-scale fees.
How to access: Call 541-672-9596 or visit aviva.health.
Locations: Roseburg, Glide, Sutherlin, Winston, and more.

Compass Behavioral Health

What they offer: Mental health counseling, substance use treatment, and crisis intervention for youth and families.
How to access: Call 541-440-3532 or visit compassoregon.org.
Location: 621 W Madrone St, Roseburg, OR
Notes: 24/7 crisis services available.

Tip: For live assistance and up-to-date listings of food pantries, shelters, and local services, dial 2-1-1 or visit 211info.org.