Maine Personal Injury Attorneys

Serving the Entire State of Maine

At Lowry & Associates we understand that individuals and families dealing with a difficult legal situation often struggle to make ends meet. During this especially challenging time we believe it is important for you to know that there are resources available throughout the state of Maine geared towards helping individuals in need. Below we have provided a list of organizations that you may find useful. If you should require any additional assistance with the phone numbers or websites referenced please contact us and we will gladly help you in whatever capacity we can.

Maine's General Assistance Programs:

http://www.maine.gov/dhhs/oes/resource/ga.htm

http://www.ptla.org/ga.htm

Phone: (207) 287-2826
TTY: (800) 442-6003

Most towns or cities in the state of Maine offer General Assistance Programs for their residents. If you qualify, and General Assistance is available, the program may be able to help you with the following:

Food
Rent or mortgage payment
Heat
Electricity
Cooking fuel
Household supplies
Personal care needs
Doctor and medical bills
Transportation (to work, school, or for medical treatment)
Clothing (where needed)
Water and sewer charges
Taxes (when due)
School Lunches
Dental costs
Burial costs (where needed)
Diapers and laundry
Prescription medicine
Telephone, if necessary for work or health

Goodwill of Northern New England:

http://www.goodwillnne.org/programs

Tel: 207-774-6323
TTY: 207-774-6323

Goodwill offers assistance to individuals suffering with brain injuries, hearing impairments, and developmental delays. The organization is also devoted to improving the lives of recipients by helping them to obtain jobs, as well as providing on-the-job training.

Health and Human Service Information: Dial 211

http://www.211maine.org

Dial 211 from any phone

The 211 website is equipped with information regarding tax breaks, housing options, vaccination distribution, and more. Also, by simply calling 211 from any phone you will be connected with a staff member who will be happy to help you and your family in pursuing a happier, healthier life.

2-1-1 Maine, Inc. is a nonprofit organization formed in partnership with United Ways of Maine and Youth Alternatives Ingraham to develop a health and human services information and referral service system to serve the entire State of Maine, every day and in times of crisis.

Good Shepherd Food-Bank

http://gsfb.org/get_assistance/agency_list.php

(207) 782-3554.

Please call the administrative office to discuss your options, or follow the provided link to learn more about your local food pantry.

Maine's Office of Integrated Access and Support

http://www.maine.gov/dhhs/OIAS/

Phone: (207) 287-2826
TTY: 800-606-0215

This website offers a comprehensive list of resources available to Maine residents in need, such as medical assistance, food supplements, child support information, and educational opportunities.

The Maine State Library

http://www.maine.gov/msl/services/toughtimes.shtml

For more information about these resources, and for many others, please contact the Maine State Library.

We treat our clients like family

1.800.999.LEGAL (5342)