Town of Benton - General Assistance

Contact information

Address

1279 Clinton Ave.
Benton, ME 04901

Operating organization

Town of Benton

Phone

207-453-7191

Fax

207-453-4428

benstaff@roadrunner.com

Website

www.bentonmaine.info

Contact

Melissa Patterson

About this program

Each town has a General Assistance Program to help people in emergencies. You may be eligible even if you work or receive other benefits such as: food stamps, veterans' benefits, or Social Security income. To request General Assistance, contact your town office. Your application must be accepted for review. You may be turned down for help if you do not meet the guidelines for the program. The application is private and confidential.

Services offered

Assistance for basic needs such as medication, fuel, rent, food, utilities, and other essential services

What to ask when you call

When you call, it can help to ask about:

What rent or housing assistance they currently offer
Eligibility requirements and required documentation
How to apply and what to expect next
Other local programs they can refer you to if they cannot help

How to apply

Contact the housing assistance agency directly at 207-453-7191 to ask about availability, waiting lists, and eligibility. You may also be able to apply online.

Location

1279 Clinton Ave., Benton, ME

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