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  • Early learning

    Avec Head Start — Machias

    125 University Drive, Machias, ME 04654

    Head Start and Early Head Start for eligible families. Contact Avec about the program, location and current openings that fit your child.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Schedules vary by program; contact enrollment staff.
    Who this helps
    Program age and eligibility requirements apply. Head Start generally serves ages three and four; Early Head Start serves younger children. Ask staff to screen your family.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Job training

    Family Futures Downeast

    7 Ames Way, Machias, ME 04654

    No-cost college and family support for eligible Washington County parents with a child under 18.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Contact the program for the next cohort and class schedule.
    Who this helps
    Parents with at least one child under 18 living in Washington County, with household income up to 225% of federal poverty level.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Parenting & family

    Maine Families - Washington County

    Machias, ME 04654

    Free home visiting program for new and expectant parents in Washington County. Trained family visitors provide support, parenting education, and resource connections from pregnancy through a child's third birthday.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Visits arranged with the local team.
    Who this helps
    Washington County residents who are pregnant or have a baby younger than three months can ask to enroll. Visits can continue through the child’s third birthday.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Childcare & referrals

    Sunrise Opportunities Children's Program

    Machias, Maine; confirm the program location with staff

    A specialized early-childhood program in Machias for children ages one through six with developmental or other support needs.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Contact the program for current hours and openings.
    Who this helps
    Children ages one through six with support needs. Ask staff whether the program fits your child.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Kids & school support

    EdGE Afterschool Programs

    Participating Washington County elementary schools

    Free school-year afterschool activities, homework support, snacks and transportation at participating Washington County elementary schools.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    School-year schedules vary by participating school.
    Who this helps
    Students at participating elementary schools. Contact EdGE to check your child’s school and current enrollment.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Kids & school support

    Mano en Mano Migrant Education

    4 Maple Street, Milbridge, ME 04658

    School navigation, education planning and enrichment for eligible students in mobile agricultural and aquaculture families across Maine.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Contact the program to arrange support.
    Who this helps
    A program coordinator determines eligibility based on the student’s age, qualifying work and moves. Ask for a screening rather than assuming a recent move qualifies.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Childcare & referralsEarly learning

    Rayitos de Sol Childcare

    Milbridge, Maine; ask staff for the current childcare entrance

    Bilingual Spanish and English childcare and early learning for Downeast families. Ask about subsidies, scholarships and current openings.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Contact the program for current schedules.
    Who this helps
    Downeast families; current age groups, fees and space must be confirmed with staff.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Daily living & access

    Sunrise Children’s Community Support

    Washington County community and school settings

    Individual community support for children and youth, with separate counseling and targeted case-management services in Washington County.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Services arranged with the program.
    Who this helps
    Community support serves ages two through high-school graduation. Targeted case management serves eligible youth from birth to 21 with a qualifying diagnosis.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Dental care

    Sunrise School Dental Program

    Participating Washington County schools and preschools

    Preventive dental care at participating Washington County schools and preschools. Call to check your child’s school, consent process and schedule.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    School visits vary. Ask about the next available visit.
    Who this helps
    Children at participating schools and preschools. Staff can confirm participation and any cost.

    Confirm details with the organization.

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