The Oregon Department of Human Services (DHS) requires agents and other professionals who are compensated for providing long-term care referrals to register with DHS every two years. Referral agents must meet certain disclosure requirements, including providing consumers with information about their compensation practices, and whether they share a consumer’s personal information.  Connect with DHS

Placement and Referral Agents:

• Must be registered by DHS
• Must submit and pass a Criminal Background check
• Carry General liability insurance
• Are mandatory reporters
• Must personally pre-view any facility they refer
• Must provide a full disclosure statement to consumers
• DHS Contact: https://ltcr.oregon.gov/
• Read the Final Rules