Washington Hancock Community Agency - Machias Office

The Washington Hancock Community Agency is a non-profit, non-governmental, private corporation, and community action program, serving Washington and Hancock counties. WHCA was incorporated in 1966 as a 501(c)(3) organization. Our Board of Directors comprises one-third of its membership from the private sector; one third from the public sector; and one third from an elected sector representing people with low incomes. Our Mission: WHCA brings community resources together to help people in Washington and Hancock counties to achieve self -sufficiency and a better quality of life.

Supportive Services for Veteran Families (Rental assistance, Security deposits, Utility payment assistance, Transportation, Child care, Outreach, Case Management, Assistance obtaining VA benefits, Assistance obtaining other public benefits); Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program; Energy Crisis Intervention Program; The Heating and Warmth Fund; Low Income Assistance Program for Electric Bills; Telephone Lifeline Program; Weatherization