Washington County
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Local offices in Washington County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
State office
Maine DHHS Machias District Office
38 Prescott Drive, Suite 3, Machias, ME 04654
Help here
- Benefits applications and eligibilityGet walk-in help with applications and eligibility questions for MaineCare, TANF, and Food Supplement benefits.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on www1.maine.gov
State office · Regional office
Washington County WIC Clinic
247 Main Street, Machias, ME 04654
Help here
- WIC nutrition assistanceApply for food and nutrition support if you are pregnant, recently had a baby, or care for a child under five.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on maine.gov
Community action · Nonprofit
Avec Community Action
Help here
- Heating and housing assistanceGet help with heating costs, energy efficiency, home purchase, or home repair.
- Early care and educationFind early care and education services for children and families.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on avecmaine.org
Human services · Regional office
211 Maine
Help here
- Local help and referralsCall or text 211 Maine to find local help with basic needs and services.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211maine.org
Public health · State office
Downeast District Public Health Nursing
38 Prescott Drive, Machias, ME 04654
Help here
- Public health nursingContact public health nurses for local public health nursing services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on www11.maine.gov
Courts and legal help · State office
Washington County Superior Court
85 Court Street, Machias, ME 04654-0526
Help here
- Court clerk assistanceContact the clerk for help with court information and filings.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on courts.maine.gov
Courts and legal help · State office
Washington County Law Library
85 Court Street, Machias, ME 04654
Help here
- Law library accessUse the county law library to access legal resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on web.legis.maine.gov
Local office · County office
Washington County Government
85 Court Street, Machias, ME 04654
Help here
- County office helpContact the county office for county information and official documents.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on washingtoncountymaine.com
Older adults · Regional office
Eastern Area Agency on Aging
240 State Street, Brewer, ME 04412
Help here
- Aging and disability resource helpGet information and referrals for older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on eaaa.org
Veterans · State office
Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services Machias Field Office
53 Prescott Drive, Suite 6, Machias, ME 04654
Help here
- Veterans benefits helpVeterans and their families can get free help accessing earned benefits and enrolling in VA services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on maine.gov
Emergency help · County office
Washington County Emergency Management Agency
28 Center Street, Machias, ME 04654
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and responseGet information about local emergency planning, preparedness, and response.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on washingtoncountymaine.com
Jobs and training · State office
Washington County - Machias CareerCenter
53 Prescott Drive, Suite 1, Machias, ME 04654
Help here
- CareerCenter servicesGet help finding work, building job skills, and using Maine JobLink.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on myworksourcemaine.gov
State office
CalaIs BMV Branch
23 Washington Street, Suite 2, Calais, ME 04619
Help here
- Driver license and state ID servicesVisit the branch for eligible driver license and state ID card services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on maine.gov
Library · Regional office
Washington County Library System
Help here
- Library system informationLearn about the county library system and its shared library resources.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on washlibs.org
Washington County, Maine website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Washington County
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Good Shepherd Food Bank
3121 Hotel Road, Auburn, ME 04211
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Pine Tree Legal Assistance, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Aroostook County Action Program
Serves northern Penobscot County only
PO Box 1116, Presque Isle, ME 04769-1116
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofit
Downeast Community Partners
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Washington County
Maine programs by kind of help
These are run by Maine and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
- SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- 211 Maine
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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