local assistance
information
The following programs are available to all Maine residents, please contact them
directly to inquire about requirements and services.
FOOD PROGRAMS
Chrysalis Place 207-582-5507
gardinerfoodbank.org
Supplemental Nutrition
Assistance Program (SNAP)
SNAP 800-442-6003
Maine EBT card food supplemental program
EBT 800-477-7428
HOUSING ASSISTANCE
Maine State Housing Authority
Home Repair 207-624-5744
Emergency Rental Assistance Program
www.mainehousing.org/programs-services/rental/rentaldetail/covid-19-rental-relief-program
Office of the Public Advocate
reprepresents interests of utility consumers 207-624-3687
Email: opa@maine.gov
Maine Long Term Care
Ombudsman Program
Advocates for quality of life and care for long term care/nursing home residents, assisted living residents, adult day care and hospice clients.
800-499-0229 / 207--621-1079
legal services
Legal Services for the Elderly
Not for profit organization providing free legal advice for Seniors regarding health care, Social Security, pension/retirement benefits and consumer matters such as creditor programs and bankruptcy.
800-750-5353
HEAT ASSISTANCE
LIHEAP (Maine Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program)
Provides assistance to low income homeowners & renters to help pay for heating costs.
800-452-4668