2-1-1 Maine

June 1, 2011

2-1-1 Maine is a comprehensive statewide directory of over 8,000 health and human services available in Maine. The toll free 2-1-1 hotline connects callers to trained call specialists who can help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Finding the answers to health and human services questions and locating resources is as quick and easy as dialing 2-1-1 or visiting www.211maine.org

Military Open House at Bangor’s Sam’s Club

May 14, 2012

Sam’s Club in Bangor at 47 Haskell Road  is holding a Military Open House for all people with a Military ID including Active Duty, National Guard, Reserves and spouses. The open house takes place from Saturday, May 19 to Tuesday, May 22 from noon to 3:00 pm each day.

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May Is Arthritis Awareness Month

May 10, 2012

Arthritis is the most common cause of disability in the United States and greatly affects those who are 65 years old and younger. The theme for Arthritis Awareness Month is “Take Action” which focuses on ways to self manage this chronic disease.

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Maine Senior Farm Share Enrollment Begins

April 4, 2012

Eligible Maine seniors will once again be able to get free, fresh produce this growing season from local Maine farms. Participating Maine farmers offer a variety of methods for providing produce to seniors. Eligible produce includes fresh, unprocessed fruits, vegetables, and herbs.

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DHHS Child Care Resources and Referrals

March 30, 2012

Beginning on  April 1, the Maine Department of Health and Human Services Child and Family Program in Augusta will be providing statewide child care resource and referral information. The  regional Resource Development Centers across the state that have provided this service will be closing.

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Check Out The New Interpreter Resources

March 28, 2012

 The Directory of Qualified Freelance Interpreters and information on interpreting services in Maine has migrated to the 2-1-1 Maine homepage from the LANA website.  Local organizations can find affordable, professional freelance interpreters for people with limited English proficiency. Simply roll over or click on the Interpreter menu tab on this page to access the interpreter information.

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My Maine Connection

September 13, 2011

My Maine Connection is an online connection to the Food Supplement Program,  Medical Assistance, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) and/or Child Care. A screening tool helps you find out if you are eligible. The website also has an online application to apply for these programs.

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