Community Resources

Crisis and Suicide Prevention Contact Information

Maine Crisis Hotline 1-888-568-1112  calls are answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 

Crisis Text Line:Text HOME to 741-741
 
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988 (call or text)

 

Need Help? Don’t know where to turn? Try 211

(From the 211 website) “Whether it’s financial assistance, domestic violence, addiction treatment, health care, mental health, or heating and utilities assistance, we will talk to you to find out what you need and walk you through all the options to find the right service or program for you.

211 is a free, confidential information and referral service that connects people of all ages across Maine to local services. 211 Maine is based in Maine and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Our Specialists are trained and friendly; they know we all need help sometimes.

You can reach 211 via phone, text, email, or by searching our online database.”

 

Midcoast Hunger Prevention Program 

 

SASSMM Sexual Assault Support Services of Midcoast Maine

SASSMM’s mission is to help empower, support, advocate and inspire hope for survivors of sexual violence.  Click here to find services offered. 

YAAP-Young Adult Abuse Prevention Program works with schools and community groups to educate youth using interactive presentations focused on healthy relationships, consent, and dating violence.

WIC (Maine Women Infant Children Nutrition Program)

1-800-437-9300

https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/mecdc/population-health/wic/

Brunswick General Assistance

General Assistance for basic necessities including food

 207-725-6661

https://www.brunswickme.org/190/Human-Services