Increasing Independence and Financial Stability

United Way funds the SEARCH (Seek Elderly Alone, Renew Courage & Hope) program in Greater Franklin County enabling vulnerable seniors age 60+ to remain independent in their homes and create a long-term support system to meet their needs.

307 Congress St., Portland, ME 04101

Contact: Julie Allaire, (207) 781-8560

The DREAM program. Family respite and community integration for adults with developmental and cognitive disabilities. 

313 Farmington Falls Rd., Farmington, ME 04938

Contact: Loretta Crockett, (207) 778-3443

Funding supports one-to-one tutoring and many programs including "Bring Books to Life Program" which provides free, brand new children's books and a volunteer tutor to coach and support the reading of the books. Program is in collaboration with Head Start.

129 Seamon Rd. Suite A, Farmington, ME 04938

Contact: Barbara Averill, (207) 500-3131

Provides nutrition and safety checks to homebound older adults through the Meals on Wheels program. SeniorsPlus also offers services out of its shared location with United Way at 218 Fairbanks Rd., Farmington.

8 Falcon Rd., Lewiston ME 04240

Contact: Holly Zielinski, (207) 795-4010

Fostering independence and providing assistance with basic needs, including housing repairs, food, clothing, and fuel in northern Franklin County.

1458 Salem Rd., Salem Township, ME 04983

Contact: Rev. Michele St. Cyr, (207) 678-2611

Funding allows this emergency shelter to remain open during the day and provide day programming and case management services.

547 Wilton Rd.
Farmington, ME 04938

PO Box 830, Farmington, ME 04938.

Contact: Diane Alexander, (207) 491-4100

Community Rides Program which allows WMTS to provide public transportation in Greater Franklin County to those who otherwise would not be able to access medical and other critical services.

76 Merrow Rd., Auburn, ME 04210.

Contact: Craig Zurhorst, (207) 333-6972 x 6