State of Maine RESOURCES AND LINKS (maine.gov)
The links below provide information regarding other private or governmental agencies and resources that may assist an individual who has been or is at risk of abuse, neglect or exploitation.
- Legal Services for the Elderly (Maine)
- Maine Office of Aging & Disability Services
- The Long-Term Care Ombudsman has specially trained advocates who can assist persons who are receiving home care or adult day care services or who are residents in a nursing facility, an assisted living facility, adult family care or foster home and others to resolve problems they are having with the care provided by the long-term care facilities.
- The National Center on Elder Abuse has information on the United States Government's activities concerning elder abuse and neglect.
- Report abuse, neglect or exploitation of a person with mental retardation
- View useful hotline numbers
- Pine Tree Legal Assistance
RECOMMENDED FROM SENIOR CARE HELPERS
Guide to Home Modifications to Prevent Falls
https://www.bigrentz.com/how-to-guides/guide-home-modifications-prevent-seniors-falling
Handling Debt for Older Adults
https://www.annuityfreedom.net/financial-literacy/seniors-debt/
Fall Prevention
https://acl.gov/FallsPrevention
How to Safely Pick up a Senior After a Fall
https://www.agingcare.com/articles/pick-up-a-senior-after-a-fall-170447.htm
Legal Guide for Seniors
https://www.justgreatlawyers.com/legal-resources-considerations-seniors-special-needs
COVID Resources for Seniors
https://www.ncoa.org/ncoa_acf/covid-19-resources-for-older-adults/