City of Lewiston - General Assistance

The Social Services Department operates a General Assistance Program that assists eligible Lewiston residents, for a limited period of time, who are unable to provide basic necessities essential to maintain themselves or their families. Eligibility is determined according to income and other guidelines which are established by U.S. Department of Health and Human Services policy and Maine state statutes.

Assistance for basic necessities such as Rent, Food, Personal and Household Supplies, Medication, Heating Fuel, Utilities and other essential services.