Town of Hollis - General Assistance

General Assistance a service administered by the Town of Hollis “for the immediate aid of persons who are unable to provide the basic necessities essential to maintain themselves or their families” (22 M.R.S.A. § 4301(5)). It is intended to help people with basic necessities: food, shelter, utilities, fuel, clothing, and certain other items, when they are essential. General Assistance is available to anyone who meets the eligibility criteria set forth in the Town’s General Assistance Ordinance. If you are unable to provide the basic necessities essential to maintain yourself or your family, General Assistance may be a program to help you.

Assistance for basic necessities such as Rent, Food, Clothing, Fuel, Utilities, etc.