Getting started.
Who this helps
You may qualify if your income and resources are not enough to meet basic needs.
How to get started
The General Assistance Administrator must issue a written decision about eligibility within 24 hours of receiving your application.
Download the application.
Download the General Assistance Application Form from the Town of Woolwich website.
Apply in person.
Apply at the Town Office during regular office hours.
Get emergency help.
For an emergency after office hours, contact the Sagadahoc County Sheriff's Department at 207-443-8529.
How they can help.
The Town of Woolwich administers this General Assistance program.
- Food
- Rent and mortgage costs
- Electricity, water, and sewer bills
- Heating fuel and LP gas
- Household and personal supplies
- Medical and dental care, prescriptions, and medical supplies
A few questions before you go.
Have details about your household, work, income, assets, and expenses ready.
- Can the program help with my housing cost?
- What information about my household should I have ready?
- When will I know if I qualify?
- What should I do if I need help outside Town Office hours?