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  • Clinics & health centers

    Knox Clinic

    22 White Street, Rockland, ME 04841

    Community health center providing medical, dental, and mental health services at little or no cost to uninsured and underinsured patients in Knox County. Funded entirely by community donations.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 8:00am-5:00pm; Wed 8:00am-8:00pm
    Who this helps
    Open to all Knox County residents. Sliding fee scale available for uninsured patients. Accepts MaineCare, Medicare, and private insurance.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Urgent heating help

    AIO Energy Assistance

    1A Gordon Drive, Rockland, ME 04841

    Knox County emergency heating and energy assistance through Area Interfaith Outreach. Provides fuel assistance to households facing energy insecurity during winter months alongside food pantry services.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon, Wed, Fri 8:00am-1:00pm; Wed 5:00-6:30pm
    Who this helps
    Knox County residents facing energy insecurity. Contact AIO for specific eligibility requirements.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Diapers & baby supplies

    AIO Diaper Bank

    1A Gordon Drive, Rockland, ME 04841

    Rockland's local diaper bank distributing 20-60 diapers plus wipes per child weekly via curbside pickup every Wednesday. Part of Area Interfaith Outreach's basic needs programs serving Knox County families.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Wednesdays (curbside pickup); call for times
    Who this helps
    Knox County families with diaper-wearing children. No income verification required.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Shelters & adoption

    Pope Memorial Humane Society of Knox County

    25 Buttermilk Lane, Thomaston, ME 04861

    Animal shelter serving Knox County and surrounding communities. Provides adoption services, low-cost clinics, and animal welfare programs from their Thomaston facility.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Sat 11am-4pm, closed Sundays and 3rd Wednesday of each month
    Who this helps
    Open to the public for adoptions and services. Knox County residents can access low-cost programs.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Pantry

    AIO Food & Energy Assistance

    1A Gordon Drive, Rockland, ME 04841

    Established in 1990 by area congregations, AIO provides food assistance and energy assistance to Knox County residents who are food or energy insecure.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon, Wed, Fri 9:30am-12pm
    Who this helps
    Knox County residents who are food or energy insecure.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Homeless Services & Transitional Housing

    Homeworthy

    169 Old County Road, Rockport, ME 04856

    Comprehensive homeless services organization serving Midcoast Maine. Operates Hospitality House shelter, transitional living apartments for youth, and support services for adults, families, and youth.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Call for current hours and availability
    Who this helps
    Adults, families, and youth experiencing or at risk of homelessness in the Midcoast Maine area.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Job search & adviceJob training

    Maine CareerCenter - Rockland

    91 Camden Street, Suite 201, Rockland, ME 04841

    State-run career center providing free employment services including job search assistance, resume help, workshops, and access to training programs for Knox County job seekers.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
    Who this helps
    Open to all Maine residents seeking employment assistance. No income requirements for basic services.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Clinics & health centers

    Knox Clinic

    22 White St, Rockland, ME 04841

    Medical, dental, mental health, and prescription assistance at little or no cost. Primary care accepting new patients with no waitlist. Dental at Rockport location: (207) 593-1699.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Wed 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    Who this helps
    Uninsured and underinsured residents of Knox County and bordering towns. Sliding scale fees.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Home repair

    Midcoast Habitat for Humanity

    799 West Street, Rockport, ME 04856

    Builds and repairs homes in Knox, Lincoln, Sagadahoc, and Waldo counties. 45+ homes built and 44+ repaired since 2010.

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

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Hospital & Emergency Room

    Pen Bay Medical Center Emergency Department

    6 Glen Cove Dr, Rockport, ME 04856

    Full-service hospital with 24/7 emergency department serving the Knox County and midcoast region. Part of the MaineHealth system.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    ER open 24/7
    Who this helps
    Open to all. Emergency care cannot be denied regardless of ability to pay.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Buses & transit

    MidCoast Public Transportation

    Rockland, ME 04841

    Regional public transit serving Knox, Lincoln, Waldo, and Sagadahoc counties. Operates Belfast DASH, Rockland DASH fixed routes, and demand-response service throughout the midcoast.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri; schedules vary by route
    Who this helps
    Open to all riders. Fares vary by route and service type. Reduced fares may be available for seniors and people with disabilities.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Medical rides

    Coastal Trans

    46 Summer St, Rockland, ME 04841

    Non-emergency medical transportation and general transit for Knox, Lincoln, and Sagadahoc county residents. Provides rides to medical appointments and essential services.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 7AM-5PM
    Who this helps
    Residents of Knox, Lincoln, and Sagadahoc counties. MaineCare members may qualify for free medical rides. General public rides available for a fare.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Meals & community

    MCH Meals on Wheels Rockland

    46 Summer St, Rockland, ME 04841

    Home-delivered meals for homebound adults aged 60 and over in the Knox County area. Provides nutritious meals and regular wellness checks through meal delivery.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri, meal delivery
    Who this helps
    Adults aged 60 and over who are homebound and unable to prepare meals. No income requirement; donations accepted.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Fuel assistance

    Penquis LIHEAP Rockland

    315 Main St Suite 205, Rockland, ME 04841

    Federal fuel assistance (LIHEAP) for income-eligible Knox County households. Helps cover heating costs during the winter season with direct payments to fuel providers.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 8AM-4:30PM
    Who this helps
    Knox County households at or below 150% of the federal poverty level. Documentation of income, identity, and heating costs required.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • Recovery & treatmentPeer support

    Coastal Recovery Community Center

    11 White Street, Rockland, ME 04841

    Peer recovery support center providing a safe, welcoming environment for people at any point in their recovery journey. Recovery meetings, resource connection, community education, and fellowship.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Call or visit website for current schedule
    Who this helps
    Open to anyone at any stage of recovery. No requirements or fees.

    Confirm details with the organization.

  • LGBTQ+ Youth Support

    OUT Maine

    63 Park Street, Rockland, ME 04841

    Statewide nonprofit that creates welcoming and affirming communities for LGBTQ+ youth across Maine. Operates a drop-in center in Rockland and serves youth ages 12 to 22.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Drop-in center hours vary; office Mon-Fri 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Who this helps
    LGBTQ+ youth ages 12 to 22 and their families. All services are free and confidential.

    Confirm details with the organization.

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