Resident Resources
Many organizations offer services and assistance to residents in Orem. We highlight a few popular and time-sensitive resources below. More extensive lists of names, services, and other information for organizations and programs are provided in the lists below.
Resource Highlights
Residents Affected by COVID-19
As a city, we want to make sure you have the information and resources you need to help you weather the pandemic.
See the sections of resources on this page and click below to view COVID-19 resource flyers in both English and Spanish.
Please reach out if you have questions.
Kena Jo Mathews
Community Services Manager
kjmathews@orem.org | 801-229-7073
Physical and Mental Health
For those experiencing food insecurity, the state has several resources.
- Call 211 to be directed to resources in your zip code including food, shelter, transportation, and legal help.
- Utah Food Bank provides info on the closest food pantry in your neighborhood.
- Utahns Against Hunger provides a map of food pantries, as well as info on applying for SNAP and WIC benefits.
- School district websites also list local food resources.
Community Action Services and Food Bank
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Transient Services
Utah County Farmers Markets SNAP and EBT
Information on how to use SNAP at Farmers Markets in Utah County can be found at the links below.
Mountainlands Community Health Center
Utah County COVID Help Line
M-F, 10-3 PM
801-851-4357
Utah County Health Department Community Health Workers
801-851-7197
Mountainlands Community Health Center
Family Support and Treatment Center
(801) 691-LIFE
Orem City Police Department Mental Health Response Team
(801) 229-7070
The Red Cross is offering a Virtual Family Assistance Center for frontline workers, those who have lost love ones to COVID-19, and anyone experiencing mental health issues. Visit their website for more information.
Friendly Callers matches seniors with volunteers for one-on-one weekly phone conversations. Learn more here!
Utah Assistive Technology Program offers a podcast to learn more about how you can assist isolated senior citizens and their caregivers. Check it out here.
Mountainland Dept. of Aging
https://mountainland.org/covid-19
https://mountainland.org/friendly-callers
Community education classes for senior care
Orem Senior Friendship Center
Curbside meal pickup
801-229-7111
Housing, Financial, and Employment
City of Orem Neighborhood Improvement
Landlord Housing Assistance Program Rules
Mountainland Continuum of Care Homeless to Homeless and Beyond Brochure
The Refuge Utah (for victims of reported/unreported crimes)
Legal Help Related to Rental Condition Issues (Bad Housing)
Self-Help Resources from the Utah State Courts: What Renters Need to Know View on YouTube
Tenant Repayment Plan Communication Guidance from Housing and Urban Development
Utah Legal Services: What Renters Need to Know if They Receive an Eviction Notice View on YouTube
Community Action Services and Food Bank
Rent and Utility Assistance Available through the United Way. Call 211 or visit their website.
Additional Resources
Comcast
9602 South 300 West, Sandy, UT 84070
(800) 266-2278
Orem Library
The Orem Public Library has a limited number of T-Mobile WiFi hotspots available for checkout to Orem residents from low-income households. Ask about hotspot availability and apply at the Circulation Desk.
Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Development
The Governor’s Office offers financial assistance for internet and technology for eligible low-income households. Find more information on their emergency broadband benefit website.
Friendly Callers matches seniors with volunteers for one-on-one weekly phone conversations. Learn more here!
Utah Assistive Technology Program offers a podcast to learn more about how you can assist isolated senior citizens and their caregivers. Check it out here.
Mountainland Dept. of Aging
https://mountainland.org/covid-19
https://mountainland.org/friendly-callers
Community education classes for senior care
Avoiding Common Financial Scams
Orem Senior Friendship Center
Curbside meal pickup
801-229-7111
For other needs and resources, call 211 or look online at https://211utah.org/.
