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Don't qualify
for programs listed in other sections of this
guide?
This page lists some other health care resources.
It does not list every resource for every issue,
but does list the major areas.
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there is something you feel should be added
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do not necessarily endorse any of the programs
or services described below.
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try to keep addresses and phone numbers correct
and current. If you notice a wrong number or
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Local Health Programs
These programs are specific to your town or area of
residence, and have their own eligibility guidelines.
- CarePartners
- 1-877-626-1684
CarePartners can provide very low-cost health care
including primary care, drugs, and hospital care.
This program is for people living in Lincoln county,
Kennebec county and the Greater Portland area.
To qualify you must be uninsured and meet certain
income and asset guidelines. Call for more information.
- Franklin
Health Access - 1-800-398-6031
Franklin Health Access provides many basic health
care services, including primary care, drugs, and
hospital care. This program is for uninsured people
living in Franklin county area. To qualify
you must be uninsured and meet certain income and
asset guidelines. Call for more information.
- Community
Clinical Services - 777-8899
Community Clinical Services is a group of doctor offices
associated with St. Mary's Regional Medical Center
in Lewiston. Uninsured individuals that meet certain
income guidelines can receive medical services from
participating offices in the Lewiston-Auburn area
on a free or sliding scale basis. Call for more information.
- Community
Health Connection - 438-9997
The mission of Community Health Connection is to support
access to health services for uninsured, financially
eligible individuals who live in Eliot, Kittery, Ogunquit,
South Berwick, Wells and York by collaborating with
the local health care community.
Sliding
Scale Clinics & Free Clinics
Maine's
community health centers provide high quality, comprehensive
primary health care for individuals and families, regardless
of their ability to pay. Fees are on a "sliding-scale"
and depend on your household income. Maine Free Clinics
are a vitally important resource for uninsured people
in need of basic medical services. Some clinics are
only open to walk ins at certain times. Click
here for a list of Sliding-Scale
Clinics and Free
Clinics in Maine.
Other Helpful Phone
Numbers
Co-Pay
Relief Program -- 1-866-512-3861
ME
Rx Plus & Low-cost Drugs for the Elderly and Disabled
- 1-888-500-2466
Maine Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program -- 1-800-499-0229
(Voice/TTY)
Disability Rights Center -- 1-800-452-1928
Mental Health Crisis Hotline -- 1-800-568-1112
Home Health Services Hotline -- 1-800-621-8222
Centers for Women, Work and Community -- 1-800-442-2092
Alliance for the Mentally Ill -- 1-800-464-5767
AIDS Hotline -- 1-800-851-2437
Maine Breast and Cervical Health Program --
1-800-350-5180 TTY: 287-8015
Galen Cole Foundation -- 207-236-4700 (Dr.
Paul Higgins) 207-990-3600 (Rachel Bailey)
National Eye Care Project -- 1-800-222-EYES
(3937)
HEAR NOW -- 1-800-648-4327
Family Planning Programs -- To find a phone
number for a clinic near you, click
here.
Private
Insurance
If
you do not qualify for assistance and need health care
coverage, here is a list of resources to explore for
privately purchased health coverage.
Bureau
of Insurance Consumer Assistance Hotline - 1-800-300-5000
The Hotline is run by the Bureau of Insurance to help
consumers understand their rights with private insurance
companies. The Bureau also publishes a number of online
guides that can help you find a private
insurance plan.
