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Wings for Children is a state-wide child advocacy organization that monitors agencies charged with helping children and tries to bring about changes for better services for children who are abused, abandoned or stolen. Wings is supported by it's founder and private donations. The agency works to see that the 'system' works FOR children, and not against them. Resources and Case Management. FMI 1-800-823-2988 |
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Catholic Charities of Maine has dedicated itself to creating, administering and advocating for programs and services that reach out and meet the critical human service needs in our state. Volunteers, professionals, case management, food, shelter, building materials, furniture, appliances, youth home, home makers, etc. FMI 1-888-387-9964 |
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Through its programs, NMG works with at-risk children and adolescents, developmentally disabled adults, the elderly, ill, and displaced. Services include outpatient rehabilitation, children’s mental health and habilitation services, adult and children’s case management, youth group home care, adult foster care, training for adults with developmental disabilities, supportive employment opportunities, nursing home care, and boarding home care. FMI 1-866-321-1999 |
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Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) The Department of Health and Human Services resulted from Governor Baldacci's first Inaugural proposal. The Governor's goal was to create a system of health and human services where access to services is easier, care is coordinated and costs are contained. Virtually every citizen in Maine comes in contact with the Department of Health and Human Services in one way or another. FMI 1-800-432-7366 |
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2-1-1 is Quick and Easy to Use: We all know to dial 9-1-1 for medical and health emergencies. We also know to dial 4-1-1 for directory assistance. And now, finding the answers to health and human services information and resources is as quick and easy as dialing 2-1-1 or logging onto 211maine.org. To assist families looking for resources for relatives living in Maine, an instate/out-of-state toll free number has also been activated. This line is staffed 24 hours a day by the 2-1-1 Call Specialists, to provide the same service to the public. FMI: Toll Free Line: (877) 463-6207 |
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A complete guide to services for Aroostook families. Helping Hands for Children and Families, PO Box 667, Presque Isle ME, 04769 (located at 34 North St, Suite 3) FMI: 1-800-464-7664 Email Andy Michalka at helping.hands@ainop.com |
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Helping Kids / Healthy Families of Aroostook Family support services. 1-207-498-2185 |
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We are currently working on a horse related service guide. This guide will include special needs support and organizations we hope to work with now and in the future: Below are a few must see organizations and agencies. |
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Life by Design Case management, DEEP, family and community support, mental health and substance abuse 1-207-764-6825 |
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Services for developmental and behavioral health disabilities in Southern Aroostook and Penobscot Counties. 1-877-463-2156 |
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Aroostook Mental Health Center Belief in service to others based on a foundation of mutual respect for individual rights, responsibilities, and abilities. 1-207-764-3319 CRISIS HOTLINE 1888-568-1112 |
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Mental Health services are provided within the home and community settings. An emphasis is placed on coordination with all providers involved with the client and family. FMI: 1-866-764-3071 |
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Managed by and for people with disabilities 1-800-974-6466 |
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Adoption, mental health, family support, treatment foster care. FMI: 1-888-236-2273 |
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Kindred Spirits llc
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, individual, group, and family experiences, indoor/outdoor with horses and comfortable office settings in Oakfield ME FMI e-mail kindredspiritsllc@hotmail.com
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FMI 1.360.897.2711 or e-mail |