New Parents
Maine Families - A great start for all parents
Maine Families is a statewide network of community teams serving the needs of pregnant...
DHHS – Communicating with
- By Rob LeVine
When to call
If you've called DHHS, you've noticed that the wait times are crazy (1 to 2 hours). We recommend that you...
Becoming a Child Care Provider
- By Rob LeVine
Several people have asked how to become a childcare provider or how to help someone do so. Here are some thoughts...
Support
- By Rob LeVine
Mom to Mom of Maine
Provides support, gently used clothing, toys, etc.
Jewish Family Services
207-772-1959
(Diaper bank)
Birth Roots
101 State Street
207-772-4784
Provides free drop-in groups for infants 0-12...
Mental Health (Children)
- By Rob LeVine
For crisis call 774-HELP (4357) - Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
NOTE: Those listed here are specifically for children....
Recreation, Summer & After School
- By Rob LeVine
For Pre-K and Daycare options, also go here.
After School
Boys and Girls Club
Portland Clubhouse offers after-school programs for children ages 7-18. The Clubhouse...
Mental Health & Therapy
- By Rob LeVine
For crisis call 774-HELP (4357): Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
Greater Portland Health
180 Park Avenue
207-874-2141
Primary care, interpreters available
Gateway...
Pre-K & Daycare (Childcare)
- By Rob LeVine
Search for Childcare throughout Maine
South Portland Public Schools
Offers Pre-K programs.
Westbrook Public Schools
Offers Pre-K programs.
Youth and Family Outreach
331 Cumberland Ave. Portland, ME 04103
207-874-1073
YFO...