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Health & Public Benefits
What You and Your Family Should Know About Lead
The Lead Paint Project is based in our Lewiston Office. We can help you with questions about lead paint and lead poisoning.
You can call Attorney Lynn Ward (207-400-3273) to ask questions about lead or set up an appointment. All information is free. Your information is kept confidential.
Emergency Assistance
Emergency Assistance (EA) is a program run by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). EA helps children and their families with some emergencies. The program does not cover all emergencies. You have to have children in your home, but you do not have to be on TANF, to get EA.
If you qualify, EA will pay certain basic needs. For… More
Lo Que Usted Y Su Familia Debe Saber Sobre El Plomo
¿Qué puedo hacer yo para ayudar a minimizer el riesgo de envenenamiento por plomo en mi casa?
What you and your family should know about lead - Spanish
Ce Que Votre Famille et Vous Devriez Savoir à Propos du Plomb
Qu'est-ce que je peux faire pour aider à réduire le risque d'intoxication par le plomb dans ma maison?
What you and your family should know about lead - French
ماذا يجب أن تعرفه أنت وأسرتك عن الرصاص
ماذا يمكنني عمله للتقليل من خطر التسمم بالرصاص في منزلي الى أدنى حد ممكن؟
What you and your family should know about lead - Arabic
The Americans with Disabilities Act and the Maine Human Rights Act
Two laws in Maine protect people with disabilities. Both laws make it illegal for government agencies to discriminate against people with disabilities. Government agencies must also take steps to make it easier for people with disabilities to use and enjoy public services and benefits. The first law is the ADA, which applies all over the United… More