Adults

Abuse, neglect or exploitation

Hotlines - A comprehensive list of hotlines and crisis numbers statewide.
Adult Protective Services - Services to protect incapacitated and dependent adults (age 18 and over) in danger of abuse, neglect or exploitation.
Mandated Reporters - Information and resources for people who are required by law to report suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation.
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Caregiver Information and Resources - Resources for family caregivers, including information on support groups, respite care and more.

Office of Adults with Cognitive and Physical Disability Services - provides leadership and is an active partner in Maine's comprehensive system of support to individuals with cognitive and physical disabilities.
Aging and Disability Resource Center - "One-stop-shops" to answer questions from older adults, or from any individuals with disabilities, about a wide range of in-home, community-based, and institutional services.
Grievance Process - If you are not getting what you think you should or you don’t agree with what you are getting from Mental Retardation Services or your other providers.
MaineCare Services and Benefits - Benefits available to people with cognitive and physical disabilities.
Resources - Additional information outside of Maine's Department of Health and Human Services.
Resource Directory - Directory of Clinical/Ancillary, Day, Employment, and Residential services listed by Maine Counties
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2-1-1 Maine - Statewide social services
Career Opportunities - Employment opportunities with Maine's Department of Health and Human Services
Community Employment Opportunities - Employment opportunities with agencies that provides services for Maine's Department of Health and Human Services
Consumer Credit Counseling Services of Maine - Provides financial counseling, debt repayment plans, and consumer education.
Food Supplement (Food Stamps) - Helping low-income people buy food
Homeless Shelters - Maine homeless shelters with contact names and phone numbers.
Housing Resources - Assisting persons with mental health issues in securing safe, decent, and affordable housing
Job Opportunities - Jobs in Maine
Maine State Housing Authority - Assisting first-time homebuyers, home repair, rental housing, special needs, and the homeless.
Maine Subsidized Housing - Information for low income people in need of subsidized housing or emergency shelters; to renters; and to landlords.
Property Tax and Rent Refund - Eligible Maine residents can receive a partial refund of property taxes and/or rent paid on their primary residence.
Public Assistance Application - Applications for foodstamps, TANF, PaS, MaineCare, Long-term care, request for assistance.
Rights of Tenants in Maine - An overview of Maine's landlord-tenant laws.
Senior Community Services Employment Program - Employment opportunities for people 55 and older
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Guardianship - The information on this site applies to all adults with diminished capacity, including frail elders, persons with developmental disabilities, individuals with physical disabilities, and persons with mental health or addiction issues.
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Office of Substance Abuse - Information and resources including:
- DEEP Program - Maine Driver Education and Evaluation Programs for OUI Offenders
- Online self help groups - Support group meetings in Maine.
- Programs and Services in Maine - A searchable directory of licensed alcohol and drug abuse treatment agencies and prevention programs.
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