Maine News, Events and Community Planning Data From 211 Maine

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Maine Legislature Recognizes February 2020 as 211 Month

AUGUSTA, Maine—Maine Legislature voted to recognize February 2020 as 211 Month with bipartisan support. Finding help for complex needs like shelter, substance use, mental health, or food access can be hard for… Read More

Maine CDC Warns of Overdoses Linked to Tainted Illicit Drugs

Click the to read this important notice from Maine CDC about tainted drugs in Maine leading to overdoses. www.maine.gov/tools/whatsnew/index.php?topic=Portal+News&id=2068966&v=article-2017 Signs of an overdose may include: Small, constricted “pinpoint pupils” Falling asleep or… Read More

Keep ME Warm/ Project HEAT Telethon

It can get really cold here in Maine. At 211 Maine, we hear from people across the state who need help with heating payment assistance. Tomorrow, January 16, NEWS CENTER Maine is… Read More

211 Maine Videos: Get Connected. Get Help.

Have you wondered what kind of info 211 Maine Specialists can help you find? Or who answers your calls or texts? Watch our latest videos to learn more about this free, confidential… Read More

Summer Food Programs

Summer Food Programs are beginning to open around the state as the school year comes to an end. Nutritious free meals are available for children and teens 18 and younger at many… Read More

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