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title: Resources
updated: 2026-05-16
description: A directory of local and statewide resources in Greater Portland, Maine — food, healthcare, legal help, rent and utilities, detention support, and case management.
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A working list of resources our neighbors have used. Most are in Greater Portland or statewide Maine; a few cover Massachusetts (for people detained out of state). If you find a phone number that's changed or a link that's broken, [let us know](mailto:hello@rivertonneighbors.me).

<aside class="rma-signoff" aria-label="Before you reach out">
  <p><strong>Before you call or email a resource on this page:</strong> share as little identifying information as possible at first. Ask general questions to see if a service is the right fit before giving out a full name, address, date of birth, or other personal details. If you're helping someone else, make these calls together when you can — and help them learn the routes so they can navigate them on their own.</p>
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## General

- **211 Maine — referral line** — Call **211** or text **898211** (English). Interpretation available by phone. Suggests general resources for a need ("where do I get a case manager?").
- **MaineNeeds** — [maineneeds.org](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PBJ1KKODoGA40Jx4a15INFPZBJOr7o3vE4nxeuaZZhw/edit?tab=t.0). Diapers, clothing, toys, cleaning supplies, housewares, toiletries, pads/tampons, baby supplies. English and Spanish.
- **Better Together Cumberland County** — [Facebook group](https://www.facebook.com/share/g/17oMtjvSQX/). Informal community asks (cash help, resource ideas).
- **Maine DHHS — Office for Family Independence** — **(855) 797-4357** · [maine.gov/dhhs/ofi](https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/ofi/about-us/contact). Families with US-born children are often eligible for benefits; even if you already get one (like EBT), ask about TANF, WIC, Medicaid, Disability, Behavioral Health, child care. Portland office: 151 Jetport Blvd, South Portland. Interpretation by phone and in person.
- **Maine Equal Justice Partners** — [maineequaljustice.org](https://maineequaljustice.org/). How-to guides for food, MaineCare, housing, utilities.
- **Maine Solidarity Fund** — [mainesolidarity.org](https://www.mainesolidarity.org). Legal support, emergency family support (groceries, eviction prevention), healthcare access.

## Food

- **Locker Project** — **(207) 899-9540**.
- **Food For All** — **(207) 900-9597** · [foodforallservices@gmail.com](mailto:foodforallservices@gmail.com). Halal-friendly. 72 Parris St, Portland. Open Tues–Sat, 11am–6pm.
- **Presente!** — **(207) 800-7453**.
- **Root Cellar** — **(207) 774-3197**. Washington Ave.
- **Formula** — can be prescribed through WIC.
- **EBT / SNAP** (through DHHS) — anyone in a household with SNAP/EBT can order groceries to their home from Walmart, Target, etc. using their benefit. Interpretation by phone and in person.

## Health and medical

- **MaineHealth interpreter line** — **(888) 879-1120**. Call to connect immediately with a translator.
- **Greater Portland Health** — **(207) 874-2141**. Primary care and dental services; accepting new patients. Interpretation available.
- **Med-Peds clinic at Maine Medical Center** — **(207) 662-2911**. Primary care for kids and adults. Some providers speak Spanish or Portuguese.
- **MaineHealth specialty pharmacy** — prescription delivery available.
- **Access Care Line — MaineHealth** — **(207) 661-5500**. Connect to the New Mainer program, case management, primary care. Interpreter services available.
- **MaineCare (Medicaid)** — all children living in Maine are eligible.

## Legal — know your rights and general

- **ILAP — Immigrant Legal Advocacy Project** — **(207) 780-1593** · [ilapmaine.org](https://ilapmaine.org). Know-your-rights info, emergency legal services. Interpretation available. (Not taking new clients for non-emergency matters as of 1/21.)
- **MIRC — Maine Immigrant Rights Coalition** — [resource hub](https://maineimmigrantrights.org/mirc-resource-hub/#DETAINEES).
- **Eyes on ICE (WITNESS)** — [lab.witness.org/projects/eyes-on-ice](https://lab.witness.org/projects/eyes-on-ice/). Reliable, multilingual guidance for filming and monitoring ICE.
- **ICE Watch Resources** — [linktr.ee/icewatchresources](https://linktr.ee/icewatchresources). SALUTE protocol, documentation process, red cards, whistle resources.
- **Court Date Locator (ILAP)** — [ilapmaine.org/immigration-court-hotline](https://ilapmaine.org/immigration-court-hotline). Find upcoming or past court dates.
- **National Immigration Legal Services Directory** — [immigrationadvocates.org/legaldirectory](https://www.immigrationadvocates.org/legaldirectory/). Find immigration legal help by zip code or detention center.

## If a family member is detained

- **ICE Detainee Locator** — [locator.ice.gov](https://locator.ice.gov/odls/#/search). Note: major delays are common.
- **ICE detention facility directory** — [ice.gov/detention-facilities](https://www.ice.gov/detention-facilities). Contact info for specific facilities; may help with commissary and phone calls.
- **ILAP Detention Resources** — **(207) 780-1593** · [ilapmaine.org/detention](https://ilapmaine.org/detention). Online intake form / voicemail; list of resources for detainees and their families. Interpretation available.
- **MIRC Detention Resources** — [maineimmigrantrights.org/mirc-resource-hub](https://maineimmigrantrights.org/mirc-resource-hub/#DETAINEES). Financial help for bail, etc.
- **Maine Solidarity Fund** — [mainesolidarity.org](https://www.mainesolidarity.org). Online intake; spots open daily — check every morning. Legal support, emergency family support.
- **Community Relief Maine** — [communityrelief.me/i-need-support](https://www.communityrelief.me/i-need-support). Financial help, bail support, rapid response. Spanish.
- **Mainers for Humane Immigration** — [mainersforhumaneimmigration.org/gethelp](https://www.mainersforhumaneimmigration.org/gethelp). Bail, commissary, letters to detainees, referrals. Spanish, Portuguese, French, Creole.
- **BIJAN (Massachusetts)** — **(617) 396-7143** · [beyondbondboston.org/getsupport](https://www.beyondbondboston.org/getsupport). For detainees in MA only: legal referrals, commissary, bail.
- **PAIR Project (Massachusetts)** — **(617) 742-9296** · [pairproject.org/gethelp](https://www.pairproject.org/gethelp). Free legal help for people detained in MA.
- **Greater Boston Legal Services** — **(617) 371-1234** · [gbls.org/get-legal-help](https://www.gbls.org/get-legal-help). Free legal help; call for intake 9:30am–12:30pm. Multilingual intakes.
- **Maine Direct Action Solidarity Fund** — [intake form](https://cryptpad.fr/form/#/2/form/view/AsLJxY5CLwiC324S25tcClw59oxKlPVW0roTF+1K0J0/). Funds for people detained as a result of protest.
- **Detention Self-Help Resources (FIRRP)** — [firrp.org/resources/prose](https://firrp.org/resources/prose/). For people who can't find a lawyer and want to try to represent themselves.

## Rent and utilities

- **Project Home** — **(207) 274-1063** · [qualityhousingcoalition.org/project-home](https://www.qualityhousingcoalition.org/project-home) · lucas@projecthomemaine.org, loliana@projecthomemaine.org. Housing support, mediating with landlords, coordinating funds to pay rent.
- **Portland Public Schools — eviction support** — if a family has received an eviction notice, PPS has emergency funds. Contact the school social worker **immediately** before soliciting other funds.
- **Doctor's office or school social worker** — can often write letters to keep utilities from being shut off.
- **Presente!** — rent and utility support. Spanish.
- **Maine Access Immigrant Network (MAIN)** — [main1.org](https://www.main1.org).
- **Call the utility company directly** — ask for financial assistance and a payment plan. If CMP, ask about *LIFELINE*. Find out the disconnect date. Call multiple times — different reps will give you different answers.
- **LIHEAP — Low-Income Home Energy Assistance** — **(207) 553-5900** · [opportunityalliance.org/heap](https://www.opportunityalliance.org/heap). Utility support for households on DHHS benefits. The application is paperwork-heavy; Opportunity Alliance helps. Interpretation available.
- **Energy Crisis Intervention Program (ECIP)** — **(207) 553-5900** · [opportunityalliance.org/ecip](https://www.opportunityalliance.org/ecip). Emergency fuel assistance for people who already qualify for LIHEAP. Interpretation available.
- **CMP Arrearage Management Program** — [help with your CMP bill](https://www.cmpco.com/account/waystopay/help-with-bill/arrearage-management-program). For households owing more than $500 over 90+ days. Each payment toward the balance earns a credit against the rest. Opportunity Alliance can help with the application.

## Case management

Most case-management programs require insurance — these don't:

- **MaineHealth Access Line** — **(207) 661-5500**. No insurance required.
- **Presente!** — no insurance required.
- **Gateway Services**.
- **Opportunity Alliance**.
- **Maine Access Immigrant Network (MAIN)** — [main1.org](https://www.main1.org).

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<aside class="rma-signoff" aria-label="A note on this list">
  <p>This list is a work in progress, maintained by neighbors. It is not legal, medical, or financial advice. Hours, eligibility, and program details change — call ahead.</p>
  <p>Something missing or wrong? <a href="mailto:hello@rivertonneighbors.me">Email us</a> and we'll update it.</p>
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