The General Assistance Office provides assistance for people who are unable to provide themselves or their families with basic necessities such as rent/mortgage, food, heating fuel and other essential items.

  • How can I apply for general assistance?

    People wishing to apply must make an appointment with the General Assistance Administrator by calling 207-594-0300 x. 226. Only clients with appointments will be seen. The General Assistance office is open Monday, Tuesday & Thursday ,  8:00am –  11:30am.

  • What can general assistance help with?

    General assistance may assist with rent, heat, utilities, food, and other basic necessities.

  • Can the town help secure housing?

    The administrator does not go out and look for housing for a client, but they will provide the client with a list of landlords and their phone numbers in the local area.