Daily Bread Express

Established in 1992, the Daily Bread Express (DBX) provides meal delivery for low-income, home-bound individuals living with HIV/AIDS. Seven nutritious meals are delivered weekly throughout the six-county Portland metro area. Clients need to be referred by a case manager. There is no fee for this service.

Become a Daily Bread Express Client
To participate in the program meal recipients must meet the following criteria:

    • HIV positive
    • Income below 300 percent of the federal poverty level
    • Specified medical need for home delivery of meals

 

 

 

HIV Day Center

The HIV Day Center is a community center for low income people living with HIV/AIDS. We strive to provide services with respect, compassion, community and safety.

The HIV Day Center opened in Portland in May 1990 as the first free-standing, community-based program of its kind in the United States. It was created in direct response to needs outlined by a coalition of healthcare providers in 1987.

 

 

Day Center services include:

    • Hot breakfasts and lunches five days a week
    • Staff available for counseling, information and referral, and help with problem solving
    • Phone and mail services
    • Computers with internet access, free WiFi
    • Washer and dryer
    • Showers and hygiene supplies
    • Clothing closet
    • Pool table, piano, TV, books
    • Massage, haircuts, foot care and acupuncture
    • Therapeutic and recreational activities
    • Meeting space for case management
    • Educational presentations

Become a client

Clients can self-refer to the Day Center; the only requirements are that they are HIV positive and have incomes below 300 percent of the federal poverty level. There are no fees for any Day Center service.

Drop-in hours

Day Center drop-in hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Monday through Friday. Breakfast is served each day between 9 to 10:30 a.m. Lunch is served at 1 p.m. View directions and contact information.

Clients share their stories

 

 

What Our Participants Say

“The Day Center is a refuge from the streets.”

“The staff are much more than just practitioners, they are my friends.”

“I feel welcome here. Nobody is judging us, putting us down or demeaning us.”

“At times I have been homeless, addicted, mentally ill, depressed and frightened. The Day Center became the only home I had.”

“I could not have survived the winter without their support.”

 

USDA Nondiscrimination Statement

In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity. Visit Oregon.gov to view the full statement.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.