Governor Tina Kotek announces major housing plan targeting older Oregonians with millions in new funding aimed at stabilizing housing conditions

Oregon – Governor Tina Kotek has announced four major housing actions designed to help older Oregonians live safely and independently in their communities. The initiatives focus on expanding affordable housing, supporting home repairs, and assisting vulnerable older adults experiencing homelessness.

In a statement, Governor Kotek emphasized the importance of ensuring housing stability for residents as they age.

“Every Oregonian, regardless of age, should have a safe place to call home,” Kotek said. “Oregon is doubling down on programs that can deliver real impact for older adults who deserve to age in the communities they’ve called home for decades, near the friends and families they love.”

State officials said the new initiatives are based in part on polling data showing that affordable housing, transportation access, and aging in place are top priorities for older residents. The programs are intended to strengthen housing stability while addressing homelessness and long-term care needs.

Beginning in June 2026, Oregon will launch several programs, including the Older Adult Housing Program, which will provide $24 million for new affordable rental housing units. The state will also invest $50 million through the Elderly and Disabled Bond Program to support new housing developments.

Additional efforts include the creation of the Healthy Homes for Older Oregonians program, funded with $5 million for home repairs and renovations, as well as a $15 million investment aimed at rehousing unsheltered older adults.

State officials estimate the initiatives will help rehouse more than 420 unsheltered individuals, support repairs to roughly 1,000 homes, and expand housing development capacity across the state.

Housing and advocacy leaders said the programs are critical for addressing vulnerabilities among older populations, particularly those facing sudden financial or health-related hardships.

Governor Kotek noted that since taking office, Oregon has significantly increased its housing pipeline, with more than 50,000 future housing units added, and state officials expect continued growth in housing production moving forward.