GENERAL ASSISTANCE

The General Assistance Program is designed to help people in emergencies. It is designated as the program of last resort. People may be eligible to receive other benefits such as Food Stamps, Veteran’s Benefits, or Social Security Income. To request assistance please contact Maureen Scanlon at the Town Office at 207-625-8344. There are guidelines that you must meet to be eligible for the program: an application must be filled out and reviewed for completeness. The application is private and confidential. A written decision will be issued by the GA Administrator within 24 hours of receipt of application.

 Applications will be issued during office hours: 

Tuesday’s and Friday’s 9AM – 6PM

Wednesday’s and Thursday’s 9AM-3PM

For emergency use only –

Oxford County Sheriff Dept – 1-800-733-1421

Pursuant to Title 22 M.R.S.A. Sec. 430, the Municipal Officers have adopted an ordinance establishing the program. A copy of this ordinance and relevant statutes are available for the general public viewing at the Town Office. 

Department of Health and Human Services 1-800-442-6003

Brownfield Food Pantry 935-2333

Food Stamps 1-888-593-9775

This notice is posted pursuant to 22 M.R.S.A. Sec. 4304-4305.