Crisis Resources

AMHC Sexual Assault Services

Aroostook Mental Health Center

Ellsworth, Maine Sexual Assault Crisis Services
Free, no cost Walk-in welcome No ID required

24-hour sexual assault helpline and advocacy for Hancock and Washington counties. Crisis intervention, hospital and court accompaniment, support groups, and mobile crisis response for survivors of sexual violence in Downeast Maine.

Who can use this?

Available to anyone in Hancock or Washington County affected by sexual violence. All services are free and confidential. No ID, insurance, or documentation required. Text and chat support also available weekdays 8 AM–11 PM.

About this resource

AMHC Sexual Assault Services provides sexual assault advocacy, crisis services, and peer support in Hancock and Washington counties, some of Maine's most rural communities. They operate a 24-hour helpline and provide mobile crisis response, hospital and court accompaniment, support groups, and community education. The program is part of the larger Aroostook Mental Health Center network.

Services offered

  • 24-hour sexual assault helpline (800-871-7741)
  • Crisis intervention and safety planning
  • Hospital accompaniment for forensic exams
  • Court advocacy and legal accompaniment
  • Support groups for survivors
  • Text and chat support (weekdays 8 AM – 11 PM)
  • Community education and prevention programs

What to expect

Call the 24-hour helpline at 1-800-871-7741 anytime. A trained advocate will listen, provide immediate support, and connect you with services. You can also text or chat during weekday hours. If you need in-person help, advocates are available in Ellsworth, Calais, and Machias.

What to bring

Nothing required. Just call, text, or chat.

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