Resources

La Leche League of Greater Bangor   
Breastfeeding support and education. https://www.lllofmenh.org/  La Leche League offers support to all who want to breastfeed. The LLL Group for Greater Bangor can be reached via email at [email protected] or via phone: Aimee 207-889-9030; Carrie 207- 938-2841; Cindy 207-866-2177.

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center - Lactation Dept                                                                       
417 State Street, Bangor, ME  04401-6634
207-973-8673  Lactation consultation services: Nursing team and international certified lactation consultants are on hand to provide support and personalized care as you begin to breastfeed your baby. A variety of classes and support groups include childbirth preparation, breastfeeding, postpartum depression, infant massage, and more.

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, Women's Heath & Birthing                                                                   
417 State Street, Bangor, ME  04401-6634                                                                        
207-973-8770, 207-973-8773
Prenatal/Birth Care, Daycare programs, Workshops for Pregnant Women

Vision Assistance Program - Lions Club
 (207) 262-2530  Call to request an application to receive free eyeglasses/lenses (Penobscot County residents only).

Boys and Girls Club (Bangor)
161 Davis Road, Bangor, ME 04401      
207-404-4524
Aftercare to school children and teens

Childcare Subsidy Program

CCAP helps eligible families to pay for child care so parents can work, go to school, or participate in a job training program.

Good Samaritan Agency
100 Ridgewood Dr. Bangor
(207) 942-7211
Onsite childcare center. Teen Parent Education Program: Young women ages 14 to 20 attend the school program to earn their high school diplomas.

Hilltop School
218 Ohio Street, Bangor, ME 04401
207-945-3705
An Early Childhood Education facility in Bangor, Maine serving children ages 18 months through Pre-K.

Penquis
 262 Harlow Street, Bangor, ME 04401
 207-973-3500; Email: [email protected]
 Hours: M-F 8:00-4:30
 Penquis Child Development provides Early Childhood Education for children ages 0-5 in a nurturing environment.

Whole Families Coaching / Penquis
 262 Harlow Street, Bangor, ME 04401
 Call April Sargent at (207) 814-0002 or [email protected]
 Education plans & goals; employment opportunities; find safe, stable childcare; budgeting; find affordable, safe housing

The Attic Thrift Store
54 Cumberland Street, Bangor, ME 04401
(207) 945-5523
Clothing, small appliances, toys, home decorations

Goodwill
805 Stillwater Avenue, Bangor, ME 04401
207-947-7984

The Growing Place
 548 Hammond St. Bangor / 1209 Broadway, Bangor
 (207) 941-1055 / (207) 947-9055
 Thrift store for children's toys and necessities; women's work and maternity clothes.

Habitat of Humanity/RESTORE
378 Harlow St, Bangor, ME  04401        
207-992-0704
Thrift Store, Furniture, Appliances, Home Repairs items

Holy Family Thrift Shop
33 Carroll Street, Old Town, ME 
207-827-4000
Clothing & household items at a very low cost; a ministry of Resurrection of the Lord Parish

Salvation Army Store
585 Broadway, Bangor, ME 04401
207-941-2993

Salvation Army Store
26 Main Street, Unit 1, Newport, ME 04953
207-368-5440

Welcome To Housing                          
333 Main Street, Old Town, ME 04468   
207-200-5524
Offers household items (bedding, kitchenware, sanitary products, furniture some baby equipment).

Maine Coalition Against Sexual Assault
800-871-7741

Maine Coalition to End Domestic Violence
866-834-Help

Partners for Peace (formerly Spruce Run)
77 Essex Street, Bangor, ME 04401
800-863-9909; After Hours: 1-800-863-9909
Emergency shelter, transitional house, support [no childcare]

Penquis
 262 Harlow Street, Bangor, ME 04401
 207-270-2963; Email: [email protected]
 Domestic violence intervention prevention classes for MEN

Capehart Mental Health Assess Center
86 Davis Road, Bangor, ME 04401
207-992-2205
Provides mental health services, as well as substance use disorder treatment.

Community Health & Counseling Services   Home Health / Mental Health / Substance Abuse Recovery  https://www.chcs-me.org/options/ 

Courage Lives                                    
Ohio Street, Bangor, ME 
207-282-3351, 1-888-844-9661 (St. Andre Home)
Treatment program for survivors of sex trafficking: mental health counseling, substance abuse treatment, job readiness and professional development skills training, support to secure jobs and long-term housing. Courage Lives is a branch of Saint Andre Home. National Human Trafficking hotline get immediate help * 24 hours a day 1-888-373-7888 or text help to 2333733. Maine Sexual Assault Crisis & Support Line 1-800-871-7741 and Maine Domestic Violence Helpline: 1-866-834-HELP (4357)

McAuley Residence (program of Northern Light Hospital)
 1. 68 High Street, Portland, ME (207) 747-4121
 2. Bangor location (207) 659-7341
McAuley Residence provides a comprehensive transitional housing program for women with and without children who are in recovery from substance use disorder.

Wellspring
255 Hammond St, Bangor, ME 04401
207-941-1612
Women’s Residential (and Outpatient) Substance Abuse Program. Helping women gain sobriety, maintain sobriety and build skills for independent living.

Bangor CareerCenter aka Tri-County Career Center
 45 Oak Street, #3, Bangor, ME 04401
 (207) 623-7981  Hours: M-F 8am-5pm
 Maine CareerCenters are the place to start when you're looking for your first job, your next job, a better job, or a whole new career. Support services may also be available to assist with child care, transportation and tuition, as  well as referrals to resources for housing, starting your own business and healthcare insurance.

Families Forward                                
242 State Street, Brewer, ME  04412     
Ph: 844-653-0316  Hours: M-F 8am - 5pm, can fill out a form on website https://fedcapmaine.org/families/
Career, Employment Training, Job Placement [Must go to TANA (Welfare) Office and apply (207) 561-4100; 19 Maine Ave, Bangor ME]

Free Community College aka FAME

https://www.famemaine.com/  Phone numbers:  207-623-3263 or 800-228-3734; TTY: 207-626-2717

Good Samaritan Agency
100 Ridgewood Dr. Bangor
(207) 942-7211  https://www.goodsamaritanbangor.org/
Teen Parent Education Program: Young women ages 14 to 20 attend our school program to earn their high school diplomas (HiSET). Onsite childcare center. Adoption Services. Casework services for parenting preparation; referrals to community resources; free home-based services to single parent.

New Ventures Maine 
One University Drive, Bangor, ME 04401
207-262-7843  https://newventuresmaine.org/
Creates an empowering environment for Maine people to define and achieve their career, financial, and small business goals. Through tuition-free classes and individual coaching, we help people find good jobs, start or return to college, launch small businesses, manage their money and build their assets. There are other locations around the state:  Brunswick, Lewiston-Auburn, Portland, Presque Isle, and Saco.

Supplement Employment and Training Program                                                           
Department of Health and Human Services
109 Capital Street, 11 State House Stations, Augusta, ME 04333
1-800-442-6003  https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/ofi/programs-services
Provides a career advisor and life navigator for education or job goals. Phone number for Maine Revenue Service: DHHS 207 287-3707 or Eligibility and Benefits Questions 1 (855)797-4357, Child Support Services:  207-624-4100

UMA (University of Maine)
46 University Drive, Augusta, ME  04330-9488
207-621-3310  https://www.uma.edu/compliance/equal-opportunity/title-ix/pregnancy-parenting/
Special Accommodations for student for lactation, time-off for childbirth.

TRANSPORTATION
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Penquis Transportation Brokerage
 (207) 974-2420 or Second Penquis Cap phone number 1-800-215-4942.   https://www.penquis.org/services/transportation/
For those who cannot drive or do not have a reliable vehicle for everyday needs, such as going to the doctor, grocery shopping, banking, visiting friends, Penquis Transportation Services offers transportation to MaineCare covered trips. For those without MaineCare, fees depend on where an individual resides. and where they are traveling. Penquis Transportation utilizes the Lynx Mobility Services, volunteer drivers, taxi services, Community Connector.

FOOD
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Salvation Army Bangor Corps            
65 South Park Street, Bangor ME Maine 04401                                                                 
800-725-2769, (SAL-ARMY)  https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/northern-new-england/bangor/
Emergency Services, Food Pantry, Household items, Diapers, Rent/Utilities Heating Oil

SNAP: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Department of Health and Human Services
109 Capital Street, 11 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333
855-797-4357  https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/ofi/programs-services/food-supplement
Food Stamps

St. Paul the Apostle Parish/St. Vincent de Paul Ministry
 207-217-6740
 Hours: M-F 8-4:30
 Call for referrals to food pantries & community meals.

TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families)
Department of Health and Human Services 
19 Maine Ave., Bangor, ME 04401         
207-561-4100 (Bangor Office), 1-855-797-4357  https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/ofi/programs-services/tanf
Financial Assistance, Job Training, Medical Care, Food Stamps

WIC Farmer's Market Nutrition Program
103 Texas Ave, Bangor ME 04401
992-4570 or 1-800-470-3769   https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/mecdc/population-health/wic/index.shtml
Provides nutrition care for pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding parents who meet income guidelines and determined to be at "nutrition risk" by a health professional. Can be used at local farmers markets.

Children's Health Insurance Program CHIP
109 Capital Street, 11 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333
207-287-3707
Health insurance coverage for children

Medicaid
109 Capital Street, 11 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333
DHHS 1-855-797-4356, Consumers 1-800-965-7476
Heath Coverage

Bangor Housing - Family Self Sufficiency Program
161 Davis Road, Bangor, ME 04401      
207-942-6365
Provides affordable housing opportunities for low-to-moderate income households

City of Bangor:  Shelter Plus Care Housing Specialist
103 Texas Ave, Bangor, ME 04401
207-992-4533
Shelter and referrals

Heating or Electricity Assistance (for low income population)
Penquis
 262 Harlow Street, Bangor, ME 04401
 Call 207-973-3500 for an appointment

Housing Navigation / Penquis
 207-802-3086
 Housing Navigation provides support for individuals who are experiencing homelessness or who are on the verge of homelessness to work toward stable housing.

Life House Maine
[Located in the foothills of western Maine]
207-409-1407 / [email protected]
Residential Shelter for Pregnant Women in Crisis

Mother Seton House of Fryeburg        
PO Box 673, Fryeburg, ME 04037         
207-935-1066
Residential Shelter for Pregnant Women in Crisis; education, physical, emotional and spiritual support

Shepherd Godparent Home                
759 Union St, Bangor, ME 04401
207-949-2273
A residential shelter for women who are pregnant or find themselves in a parenting crisis, offering counseling, life and job skills training, academic classes.

Maine Equal Justice Partners
 126 Sewell St. Augusta, ME
 (207) 626-7058 / www.mejp.org
 Free advocating for low-income & poverty individuals

Maine Volunteer Lawyers Project 

Adoption Solutions of Maine
254 Main St. Yarmouth, ME 04096
207-400-6803  adoptionsolutionsofme.org
A licensed Maine-based non profit adoption agency