Unemployment Compensation
Apply online: www.reemployme.maine.gov
Using a PC or laptop is better than a smart phone.
Apply by phone: 800-593-7660
Follow the guide for which day to apply by first initial, last name.
Have the information you need at hand before you begin.
Paycheck Protection Program – New!
Keep your employees on your payroll and/or bring them back. The U.S. Government will pay your payroll and rent for eight weeks through a forgivable loan. For a good guide to the program click here.
Relief Loan Programs From FAME
The Finance Authority of Maine has several programs to aid people and businesses.
Apply online: famemaine.com
Volunteer and Help Out
There are many opportunities to volunteer or find other ways to help those in need. Governor Mills has set up a Web page with many of these opportunities.
Find online: mainehelps
Many, Many More Resources
There are many more resources and links to help you navigate these unusual times.
Find more at: COVID-19 Resources
Food Security During the COVID-19 Outbreak
Where to find free meals across Maine
Maine Food Supplement Program Part of the services of DHHS.
Map Showing Food Pantries and Meal Sites Provided by the Good Shepherd Food Bank.
Statewide Map of Free School Meals Programs Shows where free meals for students are available across Maine even while schools are closed.
Full Plates Full Potential Ensures Maine children who rely on school-provided meals won’t go hungry during school closures.
Good Shepherd Food Bank Provides food aid through local food pantries across Maine.
Meals on Wheels Delivers meals to seniors in their their homes so they do not leave the house during COVID-19.
Wayside Food Programs Wayside has been increasing access to nutritious food for those in need in Southern Maine since 1986.
Childcare Resources
Child Care Subsidy Program
For parents in need of help with child care
For day care providers and consumers
Child Care Guidance and Assistance
DHHS Child Care Emergency Plan in effect
Child Care Programs and Options
Info from USM’s Cutler Institute
State Government Response
Governor’s Office
Information from the Office of Governor Janet Mills
Law Changes
Summary of Maine’s COVID-19 Response Law
Executive Orders
The latest Executive Orders from Governor Mills
Health Resources
Maine CDC
Information on COVID-19 here in Maine
Telehealth Reimbursement
Provider Reimbursement in Maine
US CDC
Nationwide Information on COVID-19
Food Assistance Across Maine
Programs offering free food and meals
Free Testing
Guidance on testing while uninsured
Legal & Crisis Resources
Free Legal Advice
Get advice from a Maine attorney
List of DHHS Hotlines
Child abuse, domestic violence, and more
Day Care Legal Issues
For day care providers and consumers
Resources For Child Care
Child Care Subsidy Program
For parents in need of help with child care
Child Care Guidance and Assistance
DHHS Child Care Emergency Plan in effect
Child Care Programs and Options
Info from USM’s Cutler Institute
Unemployment Compensation
Small Business Resources
Paycheck Protection Program
Forgivable loans for rent and to keep staff paid
PPP Two-Page Application Form
Two-page application form from the SBA
SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan
A helpful guide to the new online app system, 3/31
Guidance for Applying for SBA Loans, 3/31
Helpful guiance with the new online app process
Guide for Small Business Loans From U.S. SBA
Provided by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce
FAME/SBA Loans and Loan Insurance in Maine
Help for individuals, businesses and lenders
Guidance for businesses from Maine’s DECD
Dept. of Economic and Community Development
Apply for a Small Business Disaster Loan
A direct link to the U.S. SBA application process
Resources For Construction
Associated General Contractor Info
AGC resources for all contractors
Best Practices Toolkit for Contractors
Information on prevention and response
Notice of Essential Employee
Carry this letter when not at home
Resources For You at Home
Homeowner and Renter Loans
The U.S. Small Business Administration has assistance
Electricity & Cell Phone Service
Information on the commitment to not disconnect service
Motor Vehicle Inspections
The Maine State Police have extended grace periods for inspections
Help With Internet Connections
T-Mobile/Spectrum offering extended or free new Internet services.
Child and Family Services – DHHS
Web page of the Maine DHHS Office of Child and Family Services
Behavioral Health & AA Online
Guidance & resources both for the public and for providers
File Federal Income Tax for Free
The IRS provides free tax filing software online
Food Assistance Statewide Map
Find food at hunger relief agencies throughout Maine.
Guidance for Schools
Guidance from Maine DOE
Maine’s Dept. of Education COVID-19 response Web page
School District Budget Votes
Guidance from the new state law
Statewide School Meals Map
An interactive map showing where free lunches are available
Governor’s EO on School Readiness
Gov. Mills order on continuing to pay hourly employees
More Clarity for School Employees
More details on the Governor’s Executive Order
Information on Standardized Testing
White House guidance on annual assessments for schools
Online Learning Resources
Scholastic magazine has put together helpful K-10 learning tools
Suspension of Student Loans
From USDOE on the President’s decision regarding loans
Beat the Stircrazies While Stuck at Home
Maine Street from the Press Herald
Virtual places to visit and enjoy
Helping Families Cope with COVID-19
Advice on how to deal with the outbreak
Activities for Autistic Children
From the Autism Society of Maine
Mental Health Info & Resources
Dealing stress, anxiety and isolation
Stress and Coping from the CDC
Resources for reducing stress
Everyday Survival Guide
From the Maine Crisis Hotline
Maine Senate Republicans 
