Maine Children's Trust
Statewide nonprofit working to prevent child abuse and neglect by strengthening families. Leads the Period of PURPLE Crying program, Healthy Relationships Project, and Parents as Teachers home visiting. Coordinates Family Resource Centers in every Maine county.
Who can use this?
All Maine families. Programs are free.
About this resource
Maine Children's Trust is a statewide nonprofit dedicated to preventing child abuse and neglect by strengthening families. They lead several key programs including the Period of PURPLE Crying (shaken baby prevention), the Healthy Relationships Project for child sexual abuse prevention, and Parents as Teachers home visiting. The Trust coordinates Family Resource Centers and prevention councils in every Maine county, ensuring families have access to support wherever they live.
Services offered
- Period of PURPLE Crying program
- Healthy Relationships Project
- Parents as Teachers home visiting
- Family Resource Center coordination
- Prevention councils in every county
- Strengthening Families framework
What to expect
Call (207) 623-5120 or visit mechildrenstrust.org to find programs and Family Resource Centers near you. All support services are free.
What to bring
Nothing required.