Constituent Resource Guide

Senior Services

• SeniorsPlus: Aging and disability resource center offering Meals on Wheels, health & finance classes, caregiver support, and social activities at the new Encompass Center (14 Mollison Way). 

• Community Aging in Place Grant: No-cost home safety checks and repairs for eligible low-income elderly or disabled homeowners. https://www.mainehousing.org/programs-services/HomeImprovement/homeimprovementdetail/community-aging-in-place 

Tax Relief Programs

• Homestead Exemption (Lewiston): Maine residents who have owned their home for 12+ months can reduce taxable value by $25,000. Apply through the City of Lewiston: https://www.lewistonmaine.gov/173/Homestead-Exemption 

• Property Tax Fairness Credit: Refundable tax relief up to $1,000 for eligible residents paying property taxes or making rental payments. For more information, visit: https://www.maine.gov/revenue/taxes/tax-relief-credits-programs/income-tax-credits/property-tax-fairness-credit

For Families

• Child Care Affordability Program (CCAP): Helps reduce childcare costs for families up to 125% of median income. Contact (207) 624-7999 or apply here: https://som04.my.site.com/family/s/

• Maine Families Home Visiting: Support and education for expectant parents and families with kids under 3. Call: 207-795-4065 for more information or visit the Community Concepts website.

Food Assistance

• SNAP Outreach: If you receive a SNAP renewal, six-month report, or interview letter, act immediately. You can submit forms through My Maine Connection, mail, or local office. Call this number for assistance: 1-855-797-4357 (M-F 7am-4pm).

• Food Pantries: Gather to Grow (208 Bates), Salvation Army (67 Park), Pathway Vineyard (9 Foss), Trinity Jubilee (123 Bates).

Additional Support

• 211 Maine: Dial 211 or visit www.211Maine.org or contact me directly at (207) 287-1430.