Getting started.
Who this helps
Wiscasset residents who do not have enough income or resources to meet basic needs may qualify.
How to get started
If approved, assistance is issued as vouchers. The Town does not provide cash.
Complete the form.
Complete the General Assistance Application before contacting the office. Download it from the Town of Wiscasset General Assistance page or pick it up at the Town Office.
Apply for other benefits.
Before your General Assistance review, apply for all benefits you may qualify for through the Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
Book an appointment.
Call the General Assistance Administrator at (207) 882-8200, extension 141. Visits are by appointment on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m.
How they can help.
The Town runs this state-mandated program. Approved help is given as vouchers, not cash. Before a review, applicants must apply for all DHHS benefits they may qualify for.
- Rent
- Food
- Utilities
- Fuel
- Other essential needs
A few questions before you go.
Check how the service works, when it is available, and any costs. Ask about communication or accessibility support if you need it.
- Can the program help with the cost I need covered?
- What should I apply for before my review?
- What information should I have ready?
- How is approved assistance provided?