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  • Clothing

    Community Clothes Closet

    103 Dr. Mann Road, Skowhegan, ME 04976

    Free clothing closet occupying 5,000 square feet within Centenary United Methodist Church. Distributes over 200,000 articles of clothing per year at no charge for all people, all sizes, and all seasons.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Wed 9:00am-12:00pm & 5:00pm-7:00pm
    Who this helps
    Open to all. No ID, no income verification, no questions asked.

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  • Shelters & adoption

    Somerset Humane Society

    123 Middle Rd, Skowhegan, ME 04976

    No-kill shelter in Skowhegan serving Somerset County. Provides adoption services, shelter, and care for homeless cats and dogs.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Tue 1:00-4:00 PM, Thu-Fri 1:00-5:00 PM, Sat 1:00-4:00 PM, Wed & Sun Closed
    Who this helps
    Open to anyone looking to adopt a pet or surrender an animal in the Somerset County area.

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  • Fuel assistance

    KVCAP Heating Assistance - Skowhegan

    28 Research Dr, Skowhegan, ME 04976

    LIHEAP fuel assistance for Somerset County residents through KVCAP's Skowhegan office. Helps qualified homeowners and renters pay heating costs.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Toll-free: 1-800-542-8227
    Who this helps
    Somerset County residents. Income must be at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Level or 60% of State Median Income.

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  • Rides to arrange

    KVCAP KV Van - Skowhegan

    26 Mary St, Skowhegan, ME 04976

    Curb-to-curb public transportation within the town of Skowhegan. Low-cost rides to medical appointments, work, shopping, and errands. Requires 24-hour advance notice.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
    Who this helps
    Open to the general public within the Skowhegan service area. 24-hour advance notice required.

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  • Pantry

    Skowhegan Community Food Cupboard

    16 Cariani Street, Skowhegan, ME 04976

    Volunteer-run drive-thru food pantry located behind Mr. Bubbles Laundromat in Skowhegan. Open twice weekly for contactless food distribution.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Wed 4:30-5:30 PM, Fri 9:30-10:30 AM
    Who this helps
    Open to anyone in need in the Skowhegan area.

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  • Meals

    St. Anthony's Soup Kitchen

    291 Water Street, Skowhegan, ME 04976

    Parish-based soup kitchen at Notre Dame de Lourdes Church offering free meals twice weekly to anyone in the Skowhegan area.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    1st & 3rd Tue 3:00-4:00 PM, every Thu 3:00-4:00 PM
    Who this helps
    Open to anyone. No ID, income verification, or residency requirements.

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  • Job search & advice

    Maine CareerCenter - Skowhegan

    98 North Avenue, Skowhegan, ME 04976

    Free employment services for Somerset County. Also satellite at 23 Stanley Rd, Hinckley.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Who this helps
    Open to all.

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  • Critical Access Hospital

    Redington-Fairview General Hospital

    46 Fairview Ave, Skowhegan, ME 04976

    25-bed critical access hospital serving the greater Skowhegan and Somerset County area with emergency services, inpatient care, and outpatient clinics.

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

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  • Early learning

    KVCAP Head Start Skowhegan

    130 Academy Circle, Skowhegan, ME 04976

    Free Head Start early childhood education for income-eligible families in the Skowhegan area. Comprehensive services for children ages 3-5 including health screenings and family support.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Mon-Fri during school year
    Who this helps
    Children ages 3-5 from families at or below the federal poverty level. Families receiving TANF, SSI, or in foster care also qualify.

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  • Adult education

    RSU 54 Adult and Community Education

    61 Academy Circle, Skowhegan, ME 04976

    Adult education program serving the Skowhegan region with HiSET prep, high school completion, workforce development, enrichment courses, and college readiness programs.

    Hours & eligibility
    Listed hours
    Monday - Friday, call for schedule
    Who this helps
    Adults in the Skowhegan region. Academic programs are free.

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