Getting started.
Who this helps
Individuals and families in crisis. Contact for specific criteria. Open to people of all faiths.
How to get started
Call or visit during office hours. A caseworker will assess your situation and determine what assistance is available. You may also be referred to local Parish Social Ministry for additional help.
How they can help.
Catholic Charities Maine serves people of all faiths who are in need. Their Relief and Hope Services provide small amounts of emergency financial help to get people through a crisis, along with food assistance, counseling, and connections to other resources.
- Emergency financial assistance
- Food assistance
- Counseling services
- Child care programs
- Parish Social Ministry referral network
- Immigration and refugee services
What to have ready.
Identification, proof of income, documentation of the financial emergency.
Call with your questions