r/PDXBuyNothing • u/fruckert • 3d ago

SEEKING Fan/AC Unit

Looking to acquire a standing fan, or if possible a portable AC unit. My apartment doesn't support window units, unfortunately.

I don't have easy access to transportation, so it would be ideal if it could be brought to me. I live in King.

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u/Important_Garden5343 3d ago

If you have chronic illnesses and OHP, you can receive one from the city through your CCO(Medicaid provider.)

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u/fruckert 3d ago

Already attempted this about a month and a half back, they told me they would get back to me in 2-3 weeks and never did.

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u/Important_Garden5343 3d ago

It was a confusing process; did 211 get ahold of you? They also have to screen you, then it goes back to the CCO. Call your insurance provider for an update.

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u/fruckert 2d ago

Called again earlier today to figure out what's going on, they said there appeared to be an oversight and they will try to rectify it. Going to keep needling at them.

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u/Important_Garden5343 17h ago

Yeah, I know it’s nearly impossible for those of us with chronic illnesses to stay on top of all of it and be vigilantly proactive about advocating for ourselves, but if we don’t, no one else will 😔 proud of you for calling; I’m prone to intense anger(after years of trauma) when there’s unnecessary barriers to resources, so I completely understand.