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  • Pantry

    Bangor Area Food Pantry

    241 Union St, Bangor, ME 04401

    Community food pantry serving Bangor residents. Fresh produce, dairy, meat, and pantry staples available weekly. No income verification required.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon, Wed, Fri 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    Who this helps
    Open to Bangor area residents experiencing food insecurity. No income verification required.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Shelters

    Shaw House Youth Shelter

    136 Union St, Bangor, ME 04401

    Emergency shelter for youth ages 10-20. The only youth shelter serving northern Maine's five counties. 24-hour safe haven with meals, case management, and transitional living program.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Shelter 7 PM - 8 AM; Day program 8 AM - 7 PM
    Who this helps
    Youth ages 10 through 20 who are currently experiencing homelessness or are at risk of becoming homeless. Shaw House is low-barrier and operates as a 24-hour safe haven.

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  • Shelters

    Bangor Area Homeless Shelter

    263 Main St, Bangor, ME 04401

    Emergency shelter for sober adults in greater Bangor. 38+ beds, free daily lunch at noon, food pantry, day program, and connections to housing and employment resources.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Day program 8 AM - 4 PM; Lunch at noon; Call for intake
    Who this helps
    Sober adults age 18 and older. Guests must be clean and sober from drugs, medical marijuana, and alcohol for at least 24 hours. The shelter cannot accept minors. Beds are first-come, first-served and cannot be reserved by phone.

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  • Fuel assistanceRepairs & savings

    Penquis - Fuel & Weatherization

    262 Harlow St, Bangor, ME 04401

    LIHEAP fuel assistance and weatherization for Penobscot and Piscataquis county residents. Fuel payments go directly to your vendor. Weatherization includes insulation, air sealing, and heating system upgrades at no cost.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
    Who this helps
    LIHEAP: household income at or below 150% of Federal Poverty Level or 60% of State Median Income. Weatherization: income-eligible homeowners and renters in Penobscot or Piscataquis counties. No asset limit for either program.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Peer support

    Together Place

    20 Iroquois Way, Bangor, ME 04401

    Peer-run mental health wellness center offering drop-in support, groups, wellness activities, and skills training. Member-directed with no clinical requirements. A safe, stigma-free community space.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
    Who this helps
    Open to adults living with mental health challenges. No referral, diagnosis, or insurance needed. Membership is free and voluntary. All programs are peer-led.

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  • Counseling & care

    PCHC Behavioral Health

    1012 Union St, Bangor, ME 04401

    Federally Qualified Health Center with integrated behavioral health services. Counseling, psychiatric care, and substance use treatment alongside primary medical care. Sliding fee scale. No one turned away for inability to pay.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Who this helps
    Open to anyone regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. As a Federally Qualified Health Center, PCHC offers a sliding fee scale based on income. Accepts MaineCare, Medicare, and most commercial insurance.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Shelters & adoption

    Bangor Humane Society

    693 Mt Hope Ave, Bangor, ME 04401

    Eastern Maine's largest animal shelter with adoption, surrender services, low-cost spay/neuter, and a pet food pantry for families struggling to feed their pets. Open-admission shelter accepting all animals regardless of condition.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Sat 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Who this helps
    Open to the general public. Adoption available to anyone who completes an application and meets adoption criteria. Pet food pantry available to community members who need help feeding their pets. Low-cost spay/neuter services available.

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  • PantryMeals

    Salvation Army Bangor Corps

    65 South Park St, Bangor, ME 04401

    Daily soup kitchen and food pantry serving Greater Bangor. Dorothy Day Soup Kitchen provides hot meals Monday-Friday. Food pantry distributes groceries throughout the week.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Soup Kitchen: Mon-Fri 11:30am-1pm. Pantry: Mon-Fri 9-11am & 1-3pm
    Who this helps
    Soup kitchen open to anyone. Pantry serves Greater Bangor communities.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Pantry

    Bangor Region YMCA Food Pantry

    17 Second St, Bangor, ME 04402

    Year-round food pantry sponsored by Hannaford, open three days per week. Free food available to anyone. No membership or income verification required.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Tue 6-8am, Thu 6-7:30pm, Sat 12-2:30pm
    Who this helps
    Open to anyone. No income requirements, no ID, no YMCA membership required.

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  • Shelters

    Preble Street Hope House

    179 Corporate Dr, Bangor, ME 04401

    Low-barrier 56-bed emergency shelter with free meals 7 days a week. Case management, housing navigation, clothing, and laundry. No sobriety or ID requirements.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Open 24/7; meals served daily
    Who this helps
    Open to anyone in need. Low-barrier, no sobriety or ID requirements.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Pet food

    Furry Friends Food Bank

    450 Essex St, Bangor, ME 04401

    Free pet food program for low-income seniors age 60+ who need help feeding their companion animals. Distributes through 26 locations across Penobscot, Piscataquis, Hancock, and Washington counties.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Call to enroll and find nearest distribution location
    Who this helps
    Seniors age 60+ who meet income guidelines in Penobscot, Piscataquis, Hancock, or Washington counties.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • PantryMeals

    Manna Ministries

    95 Center Street, Bangor, ME 04401

    Operates a soup kitchen and food pantry serving anyone in need. Since 1991, they have provided hot evening meals and grocery bags to individuals and families in the Bangor area.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Dinner 4:15-5:00 PM; Pantry Mon/Wed/Fri 3:00-4:00 PM
    Who this helps
    Open to anyone in need. No proof of income or ID required for meals. Food pantry available once per week per household.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Pantry

    Bangor Ecumenical Food Cupboard

    28 High Street, Bangor, ME 04401

    Operating since 1975, one of the longest-running food assistance programs in the area. Located at Hammond Street Congregational Church, distributes groceries three mornings per week.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon, Wed & Fri 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    Who this helps
    Open to Bangor residents experiencing food insecurity. ID showing Bangor residency may be requested.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Counseling & care

    Community Health and Counseling Services

    42 Cedar Street, Bangor, ME 04401

    Comprehensive community-based behavioral health services for children, adolescents, and adults. Offers outpatient therapy, crisis intervention, and a 24/7 mobile crisis team serving the greater Bangor area.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Mobile Crisis available 24/7
    Who this helps
    Open to all ages. Accepts Medicare, MaineCare, and most private insurance. Sliding scale fees may be available for uninsured individuals.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Fuel assistance

    Eastern Area Agency on Aging

    450 Essex Street, Bangor, ME 04401

    Helps seniors and adults with disabilities access heating assistance, home-delivered meals, and other essential services. Serves Penobscot, Piscataquis, Hancock, and Washington counties.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    Who this helps
    Primarily serves adults age 60 and older and adults with disabilities in Penobscot, Piscataquis, Hancock, and Washington counties. Some programs have income guidelines.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Counseling & care

    Community Care

    40 Summer St, Bangor, ME 04401

    Community behavioral health agency providing outpatient mental health services for adults, young adults, and children. Individual therapy, couples and family counseling, CBT, trauma therapy, and intensive case management.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Who this helps
    Accepts MaineCare, commercial insurance, and self-pay. Self-referrals accepted. Serves adults, young adults, children, and adolescents.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Rental help

    Bangor Housing Authority

    161 Davis Rd, Bangor, ME 04401

    Administers approximately 500 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and provides affordable housing apartments for low-to-moderate income households in Bangor, Hermon, Hampden, Glenburn, and Veazie.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
    Who this helps
    Section 8 vouchers are available to very low-income households (generally below 50% of area median income). Public housing applications are income-based. Apply by phone or online. Waitlist times vary.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Clinics & health centers

    Penobscot Community Health Care

    1012 Union St, Bangor, ME 04401

    Comprehensive health center offering primary care, dental, mental health, and pharmacy services regardless of ability to pay.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Walk-in Mon-Sat 7 AM - 7 PM
    Who this helps
    Open to all patients regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. Sliding fee scale available. Accepts MaineCare, Medicare, and private insurance.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Job search & advice

    Maine CareerCenter - Bangor

    45 Oak St, Suite 3, Bangor, ME 04401

    Free employment and training services for the Tri-County region including job search, resume help, and career planning.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Who this helps
    Open to all Maine residents. No income requirements for most services.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Early learning

    Penquis Head Start - Bangor

    262 Harlow St, Bangor, ME 04401

    Free Head Start and Early Head Start programs for children from low-income families in Penobscot and Piscataquis counties.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri (center hours vary)
    Who this helps
    Families at or below the federal poverty level. Foster children, homeless children, and families receiving public assistance are automatically eligible.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Buses & transit

    Community Connector (Bangor Bus)

    475 Maine Ave, Bangor, ME 04401

    Fixed-route public bus service in Bangor, Brewer, Veazie, Orono, Old Town, and Hampden. Monday through Saturday.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Sat 6:15 AM - 6:15 PM; no Sunday service
    Who this helps
    Open to everyone. Reduced fares for seniors, people with disabilities, and students.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Job training

    Penobscot Job Corps Center

    1375 Union Street, Bangor, ME 04401

    Free residential career training for youth ages 16–24. Provides housing, meals, healthcare, and career technical training at no cost.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (admin)
    Who this helps
    Youth ages 16–24 who are income-eligible.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Job training

    Bangor Adult & Community Education

    121 York Street, Bangor, ME 04401

    Free high school completion, HiSET prep, ESL, college readiness, and digital literacy programs for adults.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Call for class schedule
    Who this helps
    Open to adults needing high school completion, equivalency, ESL, or college readiness.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Job training

    EMDC Workforce Services

    40 Harlow Street, Bangor, ME 04401

    Free career planning, job training, and employment support. Youth workforce program for ages 16–24 with paid mentorships.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Call for appointment
    Who this helps
    General workforce services broadly available. Youth programs (16–24) require residency in a service county and demonstrated need.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Rides to arrange

    Penquis Lynx Transportation

    262 Harlow Street, Bangor, ME 04402

    Penquis Lynx provides affordable demand-response transportation throughout Penobscot and Piscataquis counties. Fares are $0.50 per five miles (max $7.50 one-way), with reduced rates for individuals with disabilities, veterans, and low-income riders.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 7:00am-5:00pm
    Who this helps
    Open to the general public in Penobscot and Piscataquis counties. Reduced fares for people with disabilities, veterans, low-income individuals, and cancer/dialysis patients.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • After-School & Youth Programs

    Boys & Girls Club of Bangor

    161 Davis Road, Bangor, ME 04401

    The Boys & Girls Club of Bangor provides quality after-school, summer, and teen programming for youth. The facility also houses the Opportunity Center, combining childcare, life-skills workshops, and family resources.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri, after school and summer hours
    Who this helps
    Open to youth in the Bangor area. Membership fees apply; financial assistance available for families in need.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Civil legal aid

    Pine Tree Legal Indigenous Peoples Unit

    115 Main Street, #2, Bangor, ME 04401

    The Indigenous Peoples Unit at Pine Tree Legal provides free legal services to members of Maine's Wabanaki nations (Mi'kmaq, Maliseet, Penobscot, and Passamaquoddy) and other Indigenous people residing in Maine.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri, call toll-free hotline
    Who this helps
    Free for members of Maine's Wabanaki nations and other Indigenous people residing in Maine. Must meet Pine Tree Legal income guidelines.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Clothing

    Salvation Army Bangor

    65 South Park Street, Bangor, ME 04401

    Provides clothing and furniture vouchers to families in need in greater Bangor. Also operates a Family Thrift Store at 585 Broadway with affordable clothing. Social services include food pantry, heating, and rental assistance.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Family Store: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. Social services: call for appointment
    Who this helps
    Residents of greater Bangor area. Social service assistance is need-based. Contact social services office for eligibility.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Community Action Agency & Housing Services

    Penquis Housing Services

    262 Harlow Street, Bangor, ME 04402

    Nonprofit community action agency serving Penobscot, Piscataquis, and Knox counties. Provides housing stability programs, fuel assistance, weatherization, and transportation services.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm
    Who this helps
    Low- and moderate-income individuals and families in Penobscot, Piscataquis, and Knox counties.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Recovery & treatment

    Wellspring

    253 Hammond Street, Suite 255, Bangor, ME 04401

    Nonprofit treatment agency in Bangor providing substance use and co-occurring mental health services since 1965. Offers assessment, outpatient treatment, and recovery support.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Call for appointment: (207) 941-1612 ext. 201
    Who this helps
    Adults and adolescents seeking substance use and/or co-occurring mental health treatment.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Thrift Store

    Goodwill Store & Donation Center - Bangor

    1160 Hammond Street, Bangor, ME 04401

    Thrift store offering affordable clothing, household goods, and accessories. Revenue supports job training and employment programs across Northern New England.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Sat 9am-8pm, Sun 10am-6pm
    Who this helps
    Open to all. No income requirements to shop.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Home repair

    Habitat for Humanity of Greater Bangor

    382 Harlow Street, Bangor, ME 04401

    Affordable homeownership programs, critical home repairs, and neighborhood revitalization for low-income families in the Greater Bangor area. Has built 28 homes since 1989.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM; ReStore: Wed-Sat 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    Who this helps
    Must live or work in the Greater Bangor service area, demonstrate housing need, have ability to pay affordable mortgage, and contribute sweat equity hours.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Mental Health & Disability Support

    Community Health and Counseling Services

    42 Cedar St, Bangor, ME 04401

    Comprehensive community health agency serving eastern and central Maine. Provides mental health services, behavioral health support, crisis intervention, residential services, and home health care for adults and children with disabilities.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Who this helps
    Maine residents in need of mental health, behavioral health, home health, or disability support services. MaineCare and other insurance accepted. Sliding fee scale available.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Healthcare & counseling

    Bangor VA Clinic

    35 State Hospital Dr, Bangor, ME 04401

    VA outpatient clinic in Bangor providing primary care, mental health, and specialty services for enrolled veterans in eastern Maine.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Who this helps
    Veterans enrolled in VA healthcare.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Healthcare & counseling

    Bangor Vet Center

    615 Odlin Rd, Suite 3, Bangor, ME 04401

    Free readjustment counseling for combat veterans, military sexual trauma survivors, and their families in eastern Maine. Confidential services separate from VA medical centers.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
    Who this helps
    Combat veterans, military sexual trauma survivors, active duty service members, and their family members. No VA enrollment required.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Community Action Agency

    Penquis Community Action

    262 Harlow Street, Bangor, ME 04401

    Community Action Agency serving Penobscot, Piscataquis, and Knox counties with financial coaching, matched savings programs, heating assistance, housing counseling, and small business advising.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
    Who this helps
    Residents of Penobscot, Piscataquis, and Knox counties. Most programs are income-based.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Clinics & health centers

    Penobscot Community Health Center

    1012 Union St, Bangor, ME 04401

    Maine's largest Federally Qualified Health Center. Provides primary care, behavioral health, dental, pharmacy, and specialty services on a sliding fee scale. Walk-in care available.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Who this helps
    Open to all patients. Accepts Medicare, MaineCare, private insurance, and offers a sliding fee discount program for uninsured patients.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Rental help

    Old Town Housing Authority

    358 Main Street, Old Town, ME 04468

    Public housing and Section 8 vouchers for Old Town residents.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
    Who this helps
    Low-income Old Town residents.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Home repair

    Habitat for Humanity of Greater Bangor

    378 Harlow Street, Bangor, ME 04401

    Builds affordable homes in the Greater Bangor area. ReStore: (207) 992-0704.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Who this helps
    Families meeting criteria.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Urgent heating help

    Salvation Army Bangor - Heating Assistance

    65 South Park Street, Bangor, ME 04401

    Emergency heating fuel assistance for the greater Bangor area. Also offers food pantry and clothing vouchers.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    Who this helps
    Bangor area residents facing heating emergency. Case-by-case.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Adult education

    Bangor Adult and Community Education

    121 York Street, Bangor, ME 04401

    Provides free classes for high school completion, HiSET preparation, college readiness, literacy, math, digital skills, and ESL for adults in the Bangor area.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Fall and spring semesters; enroll at any time
    Who this helps
    Open to adults seeking educational advancement. Academic classes are free.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Literacy & English

    Literacy Volunteers of Bangor

    Eastern Maine Community College, 33 Johnston Gym Drive, Bangor, ME 04401

    Free one-on-one adult literacy and English language tutoring for greater Bangor area residents. Walk-ins welcome or by appointment.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Thu 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    Who this helps
    Adults seeking literacy assistance in the greater Bangor area.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Veteran Suicide Prevention & Direct Assistance

    Maine Veterans Project

    207 Parkview Ave, Bangor, ME 04401

    Veteran suicide prevention nonprofit providing direct assistance with essential needs including utility bills, food, clothing, and a vehicle donation program for veterans who need reliable transportation.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Who this helps
    Maine veterans in need.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Shelters

    Shaw House

    136 Union St, Bangor, ME 04401

    Emergency shelter for homeless and at-risk youth under 21 in the Bangor area. Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with supportive services.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    24/7
    Who this helps
    Youth under 21 who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, or in crisis.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Psychiatric Hospital

    Northern Light Acadia Hospital

    268 Stillwater Ave, Bangor, ME 04401

    100-bed psychiatric hospital providing inpatient and outpatient mental health services. Offers medication-assisted treatment for substance use disorders.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    24/7 (inpatient); outpatient Mon-Fri
    Who this helps
    Open to individuals in need of psychiatric or substance use treatment. Insurance accepted; financial assistance may be available.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Hospital & ER

    Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center

    489 State St, Bangor, ME 04401

    Full-service hospital and Level II trauma center serving the greater Bangor region. Emergency department open 24/7 with comprehensive medical and surgical services.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    ER 24/7; main hospital hours vary by department
    Who this helps
    Open to all patients. Emergency department treats all patients regardless of ability to pay.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Job training

    Eastern Maine Development Corporation

    40 Harlow St, Bangor, ME 04401

    Regional development organization providing career training, workforce development, and youth employment programs for the greater Bangor area.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM
    Who this helps
    Services vary by program. Many workforce programs are free for eligible participants. Contact for specific program requirements.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Medical rides

    Penquis MaineCare Transportation

    Bangor, ME 04401

    Non-emergency medical transportation for MaineCare (Medicaid) members. Provides rides to and from medical appointments throughout the Penobscot region.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri; advance scheduling required
    Who this helps
    MaineCare (Medicaid) members needing transportation to medical appointments. Must schedule rides in advance.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Parenting & family

    Good Samaritan Agency

    100 Ridgewood Dr, Bangor, ME 04401

    Provides pregnancy counseling, parenting education, and support services for families in the Bangor area. Offers material assistance for new parents.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 9AM-4PM
    Who this helps
    Pregnant women and parents of young children in the Bangor area.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Parenting & family

    Penquis Maine Families Home Visiting

    Bangor, ME 04401

    Free home visiting program for expectant parents and families with young children. Trained visitors provide parenting support, child development guidance, and resource connections.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri; visits scheduled by appointment
    Who this helps
    Expectant parents and families with children birth to age 5 in the Penquis service area. Voluntary program.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Adoption

    Good Samaritan Agency

    100 Ridgewood Dr, Bangor, ME 04401

    Full-service domestic adoption agency in Bangor. Provides counseling for expectant parents, home studies, matching, placement, and post-adoption support. Licensed child placement agency serving families across Maine.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM
    Who this helps
    Open to Maine residents interested in domestic adoption. Prospective adoptive parents must complete an application, home study, training, and background checks. Birth parents receive free, confidential counseling with no obligation.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Foster & kinship care

    Community Health and Counseling Services (CHCS)

    42 Cedar St, Bangor, ME 04401

    Provides treatment foster care, mental health, behavioral health, and crisis services in eastern and northern Maine. Recruits and trains professional treatment foster parents to help children heal from trauma of past abuse and neglect.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM
    Who this helps
    Adults interested in becoming treatment foster parents can contact CHCS to learn about requirements. Youth are placed through the Maine DHHS child welfare system.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Recovery & treatment

    Discovery House Bangor Comprehensive Treatment Center

    689 Odlin Road, Bangor, ME 04401

    Outpatient opioid addiction treatment using methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone. CARF, SAMHSA, and DEA accredited. Serves the greater Bangor area.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Call for hours
    Who this helps
    Adults with opioid use disorder. Assessment required. Accepts insurance and MaineCare.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Disability Support Services

    OHI

    203 Maine Avenue, Bangor, ME 04401

    Nonprofit supporting nearly 600 people with intellectual disabilities, autism, and mental illness across six Maine counties (Penobscot, Piscataquis, Somerset, Hancock, Washington, and Waldo). 24-hour residential support, community case management, and individualized personal support.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
    Who this helps
    Individuals with intellectual disabilities, autism, or mental illness in Penobscot, Piscataquis, Somerset, Hancock, Washington, and Waldo counties.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Benefits & urgent help

    Heart of Maine United Way

    700 Main Street, Suite 1, Bangor, ME 04401

    Serves Hancock, Penobscot, Piscataquis, Waldo, and Washington counties. Programs include the Fuel Assistance Fund providing emergency heating grants, Neighbors United supply donations, and community investment in local nonprofits serving basic needs.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Monday - Friday, call for hours
    Who this helps
    Residents of Hancock, Penobscot, Piscataquis, Waldo, and Washington counties experiencing financial hardship.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Clinics & health centers

    Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness

    157 Park Street, Bangor, ME 04401

    Tribal public health organization serving the four Wabanaki Nations in Maine with healing, recovery, behavioral health, and wellness programs. 24/7 confidential care line available.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM; Care Line 24/7
    Who this helps
    Tribal members of the four Wabanaki Nations and other eligible Native American community members.

    Confirm details with the organization.

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