Who is eligible?

You may be eligible for General Assistance if you do not have the income or resources to meet your own basic needs.

How do I apply?

Fillable Application-ga-application-pdf-fillable—state-of-maine-dhhs

You can apply in person during business hours:

Monday- 9-1

Tuesday- 9-7

Wednesday- 8-5

Thursday- 9-6

Friday- 9-1

Applicants Must Provide:

  • Identification documents (photo identification preferred)
  • Proof of any money available to the household during the last 30 days (this includes wages, TANF, child support, social security benefits, veteran’s benefits, etc.)
  • Proof of current expenses
  • Name of landlord
  • Current eviction or disconnection notice
  • Statement from doctor (if you are unable to work)
  • Proof of all current assets and/or benefits received

Other Requirements

Applicants are required to seek any and all resources that would reduce their need for General Assistance, such as:

  • Benefits such as SSI, SSDI
  • Veteran’s benefits
  • DHHS benefits (SNAP, Maine Care, TANF, and Fed Cap)
  • Heating assistance
  • Child Support
  • Money from others or bills paid by others on your behalf
  • Lump sum payments, such as Workers’ Compensation or SSI
  • Financial aid for school
  • It is a basic requirement of the program that everyone works or looks for work.

If eligible, assistance is provided in the form of a voucher payment to the vendor.

Have questions?

Contact your local municipal office for more information by calling 207-327-1284.

If you are unable to reach your local GA office or you have questions or concerns, call our toll-free hotline at 1-800-442-6003.

*For Emergency General Assistance after Office hours please call: Sheriff’s Dept. 207-947-4585