Beginning July 1, 2026, the Oregon Health Plan (OHP) will offer new nutrition benefits to support members who are managing certain health conditions and may have limited access to healthy food. These benefits are part of a statewide effort to help Oregonians stay healthy and well.
What’s new?
Fruit and vegetable benefit
Members who qualify may receive fruits and vegetables for up to six months. Depending on their health plan, this may come as a grocery box delivered to their home or as a pre-loaded card they can use at participating stores. Items may include fresh, canned, or frozen fruits and vegetables, fresh herbs as well as dried fruits without added sugars.
Pantry stocking benefit
Members who qualify may receive a variety of pantry staples for up to six months, either delivered or through a pre-loaded card. Foods may include fruits and vegetables; meats, fish, and other proteins; dairy; legumes; breads and cereals; cooking oils and spices; snacks and non-alcoholic beverages; and even seeds or plants that produce food.
Who can receive these benefits?
To be considered, OHP members must meet all the following:
- Be experiencing a qualifying life circumstance
- Have low or very low food security
- Have a qualifying health condition
Each benefit has its own specific eligibility criteria. Members can apply through their coordinated care organization (CCO) or open card provider, who will help determine eligibility.
If approved, members will receive food either as a home-delivered grocery box or through a pre-loaded card, depending on what their health plan offers.
How to apply
If you’re enrolled in a CCO:
Visit your CCO’s website for instructions on applying. Not sure if you are in a CCO? Call OHP Client Services at 1-800-273-0557 or email Ask.OHP@odhsoha.oregon.gov.
If you’re not enrolled in a CCO:
Fill out the HRSN Nutrition Request Form and email it to ORHRSN@Acentra.com. You can also talk with a care coordinator at 888-834-4304 or email ORHRSN@Acentra.com for help.
A Few Important Notes
- These benefits are available only for OHP members who meet specific criteria based on health and life circumstances.
- Not all members will qualify.
- These benefits are not meant to replace general or emergency food assistance. If you’re looking for additional food resources, the Oregon Department of Human Services offers many options on its Food Resources in Oregon webpage.