APS Mandated Reporters
STATE LAW NOW REQUIRES TRAINING FOR ALL APS MANDATED REPORTERS
Adult Guardianship and Alternatives
When is a guardian appointed?
In Maine, a guardian for an adult may be appointed by a Probate Court for an adult who is unable to receive and evaluate information or make or communicate informed decisions to such an extent that the individual lacks the ability to meet essential requirements for physical health, safety, or self-care.
Before a guardian may be appointed, the court must determine that there are no less restrictive alternatives, such as:
Adult Protective Services & Guardianship
If you have an emergency or life-threatening situation that must be addressed immediately, please call 911.
Helping TANF recipients on the road to employment
Jul 7, 2019
The Office for Family Independence has implemented a new change designed to support recipients of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) in pursuing and maintaining education and employment.
Office of Aging and Disability Services
The Office of Aging and Disability Services (OADS) supports Maine's older and disabled adults by providing Adult Protective, Brain Injury, Other Related Conditions, Intellectual and Developmental Disability, Long Term Care, and Aging and Community services to the people of Maine.
OADS coordinates the programs and benefits to assure they operate consistent with the state and federal policies and the Maine Department of Health and Human Services' goals.
Get Support
For older adults, individuals with disabilities, family members, and care partners - you are not alone. There are tools and services that can support you to live as independently as possible, both inside and outside of your home.
Learn more about how the Maine Office of Aging and Disability Services, and our partners, can support you:
About Us
Our Mission
The DHHS Office of Aging and Disability Services promotes the highest level of independence, health, and safety for older adults and adults with disabilities throughout Maine.
District Office Locations
Our staff are available to provide in-person assistance at the following locations. Please note the services currently offered at each office. For additional DHHS office locations, including Vital Records (birth, death, and marriage certificates) and the Health and Environmental Testing Lab, view our Administrative Offices list.
DHHS Reports
Reports published prior to 2017 may be accessed through the Maine Law and Legislative Reference Library.
For additional reports and publications, please visit the Data & Reports sections on the relevant Office or Division page.
Public Health Nursing Updates
Sep 9, 2019
The Public Health Nursing Program played a significant role in supporting the health needs of asylum seekers who were temporarily housed at The Expo in Portland from June through August 2019. Soon after families and individuals seeking asylum began arriving at The Expo, public health nurses responded and provided services for nine consecutive days, from June 13 through June 21.