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Preble Street Resource Center
Serves hot meals daily, no questions asked. One of the largest meal programs in Maine. Clothing closet, case management, and on-site healthcare also available.
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- 01 Food & Nutrition Food banks, pantries, free meals, SNAP assistance 102
- 02 Housing & Shelter Emergency shelters, rental help, transitional housing 65
- 03 Heating & Energy LIHEAP, fuel assistance, weatherization programs 39
- 04 Mental Health & Recovery Counseling, crisis lines, substance use recovery 64
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- 11 Foster Care & Adoption Foster parenting, adoption agencies, kinship care, youth support 21
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- 14 Veterans Services VA healthcare, veteran housing, benefits assistance, vet centers 29
- 15 Senior Services Area Agencies on Aging, Meals on Wheels, Medicare help, elder care 26
- 16 Domestic Violence Support Shelters, hotlines, safety planning, legal advocacy 15
- 17 Disability Services Independent living, vocational rehab, assistive technology, advocacy 25
- 18 Financial Assistance TANF cash assistance, free tax prep, budgeting help, benefits advocacy 19
- 19 Education & Adult Learning GED/HiSET, adult education, literacy, college programs, Head Start 32
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Bangor Area Homeless Shelter
Emergency shelter for sober adults in greater Bangor. 38+ beds, free daily lunch at noon, food pantry, day program, and connections to housing and employment resources.
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LIHEAP - Fuel Assistance
Federal fuel assistance program (HEAP) for Cumberland County. One-time seasonal payment to your heating fuel vendor. Covers oil, gas, electric, propane, kerosene, wood, and coal. Benefit amount based on household size and income.
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NAMI Maine
Statewide mental health education, support groups, and advocacy. Free peer-led programs for individuals living with mental health conditions and their families. Helpline available for information and referrals.
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