The COVID-19 Unified Command for Wasco, Sherman, and Gilliam counties says there is a scam circulating in the area trying to charge workers who have lost their jobs to file an unemployment claim.  The Oregon Employment Department does not charge a fee for customers to file their claim for benefits, or to receive assistance from a representative to file a claim.  Visit the Oregon Employment Department’s website to file a claim.  The Employment Department’s Online Claim System is the fastest way to file your claim or access any other claim services.  If you have questions or need to file your claim over the phone you can call 1-877-345- 3484, but it is experiencing high call volumes, so if you are able to file your claim online it is strongly encouraged.  The Dalles WorkSource office is not accepting in-person appointments, but they continue to offer job seeker services by phone, email, and Skype.  Contact them at 541- 296-5435.