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General Assistance

The Town of Cumberland administers a General Assistance program that provides confidential financial assistance to residents who are having difficulty meeting basic needs for housing, utilities and food.  

This may include help paying for:
 
  • Household or personal supplies (toiletries, cleaning supplies)
  • Food
  • Housing (e.g., mortgage, rent, room rent, temporary housing)
  • Fuel & utilities
  • Medical, dental, prescriptions, medical supplies/equipment
  • Burial costs

General Assistance Notice

If this is an Emergency and the office is closed contact the Cumberland County Dispatch at (207) 893-2810.

General Assistance is intended to provide immediate aid within 24 hours of an application for people who are unable to provide for themselves or their families with necessities (food, shelter, utilities, clothing, fuel, and other items).  The Town of Cumberland has adopted an Ordinance establishing the General Assistance Program pursuant to Title 22 MRSA Section 4305. A copy of this Ordinance is available for public inspection at the Town Office.

Any questions regarding the General Assistance Program contact the Department of Health and Human Services at 1-800-442-6003.