Community Resource Guide

Weekly fresh produce or pantry items sent home with students enrolled in program

All Talbot Students

Contact any Talbot School social work team member to be added to list

Free weekly community meals for individuals and families (schedule)

Mobile food pantries (schedule)

All Talbot Students

No application required

Monthly benefit to help low-income households purchase nutritious food (e.g. EBT funds)

1. Income-restricted criteria (varies by household size)
2. Bank balance within specific threshold

Apply through My Maine Connection

Supplemental foods, nutrition education and referrals to health care

1. Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding or had a baby in the last six months; infants and children up to the age of five, including adopted and foster children; fathers may apply for their children
2. Income-restricted criteria (varies by size of household)

Call your nearest WIC office to make an appointment

Free new and gently-used seasonal clothing

All Talbot Students

Inform Talbot teaching or social work staff of individual students' clothing/size needs

Free and low-cost rides for essential trips (medical appointments, grocery shopping, child educational facilities, etc.)

Ride fares based on income

Submit application

Free rides (pending availability) to MaineCare-covered appointments

MaineCare insurance required

MaineCare works with transportation brokers to schedule rides for members. Call your local broker at least 2 days in advance to ask about scheduling a ride.

Low income public housing, voucher programs, reasonable accommodations for disabilities, assistance for domestic violence and sexual assault victims 

Varies by service. Housing support eligibility based on income-restricted criteria (varies by household size)

Applications for various services available on PHA Website

One-time, per-season, direct payment to heat vendors for homes heated with oil, kerosene, wood, propane, natural gas, electricity and other fuels; intended to help pay for a portion of annual heating expenses

Varies by service. Housing support eligibility based on income-restricted criteria (varies by household size)

Applications for various services available on PHA Website

Emergency fuel assistance to HEAP eligible households in Cumberland County

1. An approved HEAP application for the current heating season
2. No remaining HEAP benefits
3. Less than 1/8 tank of heating oil or kerosene, less than 25% tank of propane, or 3 days or less of other home energy fuels 

Applications are taken by appointment (phone or in person). Call to make an appointment.

Helps eligible families to pay for child care so parents can work, go to school, or participate in a job training program. CCSP is also available for eligible families where the adult(s) are retired and are the legal guardian of a child.

1. Families must meet specific income guidelines
2. Parent(s) or legal guardian(s) must be currently employed, enrolled in school or a job training program, or retired.

Option 1: Print, complete, and return application by mail

Option 2: Call OFCS 1-877-680-5866 or (207)624-7999 Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Option 3: Visit your local DHHS office to receive a printed application. Find your local DHHS office or call 1-877-680-5866 or (207)624-7999.

Private instrument lessons during the school year in violin, cello, piano for youth in grades 3 and up. Instrument, music books, and instruction provided at no cost. Transportation available.

All

Contact Tracey Jasas-Hardel to request application.

Free afterschool and outreach opportunities in the arts for girls, ages 8-18. Transportation available.

Youth who identify as girls

Contact Susan Cassidy to request application.

Youth empowerment programs focused on writing and storytelling

Youth in grades K-12

Contact Nick Whiston to request application

Various 6-8 week programs for students in grades 2-5, including yoga, drama, choir, drumbeat, and writing. Programs take place at various points throughout the year.

Varies by program

Varies by program

Free and low-cost health insurance to Mainers who meet certain requirements, based on household composition and income. Coverage includes doctor visits, emergencies, substance use disorder treatment, prescription drugs, and more.

Income-restricted criteria (varies by size of household)

Option 1: Apply online through My Maine Connection

Option 2: Download the MaineCare Application and mail it to:

Office for Family Independence
114 Corn Shop Lane
Farmington, ME 04938

Option 3: E-mail an application to Farmington.DHHS@Maine.gov

Option 4: Fax an application to (207)778-8429

Option 5: Apply in-person

High-quality, affordable and respectful care regardless of insurance status (sliding scale fee based on income for those without insurance); 12 clinic locations across Portland, South Portland, and Westbrook

Care types include primary care, behavioral and mental, and dental

All

Contact your local GPH clinic for an appointment

MaineCare program that provides medical coverage for children living at home with long- term disabilities or complex medical needs. Katie Beckett eligibility allows these children to be cared for at home instead of in an institution. Only the child’s income and assets are considered when determining eligibility for Katie Beckett. The parent’s income is needed to see if the child is eligible in another MaineCare category and to determine a monthly premium amount.

1. Be under 19 years of age
2. Be disabled by Social Security Disability standards
3. Live at home with their family
4. Have monthly income less than 300% of the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and resources less than $2,000
5. Not incur a cost at home that exceeds the cost MaineCare would pay if the child were in an institution
6. Not be eligible for MaineCare in another category
7. Require a level of care typically provided in a psychiatric hospital, nursing facility, or group home
    

Submit a MaineCare application, and indicate in the disability section that your child is disabled or write “Katie Beckett” anywhere on the application

Crisis support, mental health and substance use care, family supports and early childhood education

Varies depending on services required

Request referral support from Talbot School social work staff

Community support services, with specialized services designed for people who have experienced trauma, including refugees and immigrants

1. MaineCare insurance required
2. Varies depending on services required

Request referral support from Talbot School social work staff

Community-based services include outpatient therapy, behavioral health home services, treatment foster care, public school counseling, trauma therapy for refugees, forensic child abuse evaluations, a crisis center, opioid health homes, and more.

Varies depending on services required

Request referral support from Talbot School social work staff

Transitional housing, English language support, and asylum seeker assistance

Asylum seekers and immigrants 

Call for more information

Direct legal services and representation through impact litigation on issues affecting everyday life, such as access to adequate health care, housing, transportation and childcare, food and income security, and higher education and training

Legal assistance available to individuals whose incomes are at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level

Fill out online form to request help

A program helping Maine families pursue training and education beyond high school, helping to cover costs related to school.

1. Parent or caretaker relative of a minor child who is living with you.
2. Maine resident between the ages of 16 through 64.
3. Meet the financial qualifications
4. Have been accepted to or are enrolled at least half-time in a qualifying training or education program beyond high school. If you are enrolled less than half-time, the HOPE Program needs to approve this.
5. Are not currently receiving, or someone in your family unit is not currently receiving, a monthly TANF or PaS cash benefit.
6. Are a U.S. citizen or eligible non-U.S. citizen. Many non-citizens are eligible.
7. Do not already have a marketable bachelor's degree.
8. Are making satisfactory progress in your training or education program (based on your school's standards) and you are on track to graduate.
    

Complete the HOPE Application, and returning by email, fax, or mail.

Provides funding and support services for eligible Maine residents to pursue two and four-year degree programs or employer recognized credentials leading to high-wage in-demand jobs in Maine, up to $6,000 per year for a full-time student or $3,000 per year for a part-time student each year you remain in your training program

1. Be at least 18 years old or have graduated from High School
2. Live in Maine
3. Seeking a degree or credential for a job in a high wage, in demand occupation
4. Do not have a marketable post-secondary degree
5. Have household income of less than 200% of the federal poverty level
6. Have the ability to complete the education or training program

Fill out online application

TANF program that helps low-income parents who are enrolled in two or four-year college studies with, monthly cash benefits (the same amount you would receive from TANF), and support services including child-care, transportation reimbursement, car repairs, book and supplies (the amounts for these supportive services are determined by program rules). If eligible, PaS can pay up to $3,500 for tuition costs per academic year.

1. Must qualify for TANF
2. Do not already hold bachelor’s degree or have the skills to earn more than 85% of the median income.

Apply through: My Maine Connection