OT supports sustainable independent living in a real-life (not controlled) setting

We support emerging adults of all gender identities between 18 and 30+ to live independently in a real-life setting. Our members are kind, accepting, affirming, and come from diverse backgrounds. We welcome both neurotypical and neurodivergent individuals who live with mild to moderate anxiety, depression, and executive function challenges.

Members live in their own apartments

Our members live in apartments (leased by them) throughout the city. We provide coaching support during the apartment selection and onboarding process. We believe searching for and securing an apartment is an exciting and essential life skill. We are here to share our local knowledge, perspective, and insight about the Portland rental market to help our members and their families make the best decision based on their individualized budget, timeline, and personal needs.
Read more about the “Roommate Conundrum” here.

Our members are

Our members are seeking a life with structure, not a period of controlled time away from it. They are ready to be challenged, identify and live out their values, and have committed to working towards becoming an autonomous adult.

• Emerging adults between 18-29+ years old.

• Managing mild to moderate anxiety, depression, and/or executive functioni challenges.

• Are not substance abusers and if deemed appropriate are willing to work from a harm reduction model.

• Some have lived away from home, at a college, or in an apartment, but identified the need for more support.

• Are compliant and stable on medication.

• Are kind, accepting, and affirming.

• Are willing and able to engage socially, long for friendship, and are open to coaching from our staff.

• Are able to get out of bed and keep most of their appointments.

• Can navigate public transportation or manage their own car.

• Are willing to commit to a 12-month or more stay in Portland (which is a standard lease length).

Onward Transitions is committed to providing equal opportunities to all individuals irrespective of their race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.

Challenges we are not suitable for

Please note, our program is not suitable for individuals with primary substance abuse diagnoses requiring recovery programs or monitored sober living environments, those who are unwilling or unable to keep themselves safe while living in the Portland community, experiencing acute mental health issues or active self-harming behaviors, have a history of violence or significant court involvement, or experiencing active eating disorders.