South Portland General Assistance- (207) 767-7617

South Portland Housing Authority- (207)773-4140

Dial 211 for statewide information services or visit https://211maine.org/  211 also has a text option: text your zip code to 898-211.

www.FindHelp.org Search and connect to support with financial assistance, food pantries, medical care, and other free or reduced-cost help

How Do I...? Portland Maine area; seeks to direct New Mainers towards essential resources, as well as to inform those who are looking to learn more about the resources available in Portland for themselves or to help others. 

Maine Equal Justice – access to adequate health care, housing, transportation and childcare; food and income security; and higher education and training.

Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)  1-855-797-4357 

Greater Portland Family Promise  (207) 200-7327  

South Portland Food Cupboard- 130 Thadeus Street South Portland 207.874.0379

Life Essentials  51 Landry Village South Portland (207) 767-2127

Full Plates Full Potential - Resources for Maine Families and a Food Finder Tool

Pine Tree Legal Assistance

Resource Guide for Maine Families, Schools, and Communities- provides assistance to individuals, families, and schools in identifying needed resources and supports. 

South Portland Clothing Resources (in English and Portugese) 

The Maine Crisis Line (MCL) at 1-888-568-1112 or by TEXT/CHAT (a live chat link) . A crisis call specialist will assess safety and support the caller in identifying needs.

National suicide prevention hotline/textline 1800- 273- TALK, chat or text 988

• South Portland Police Department Behavioral Health Liaisons

  • • Non-Emergency Phone Number: 874-8575

    • Dana Baldwin, Voicemail 799-5511 ext. 7237, dbaldwin@southportland.org 

    • Amelia Smith, Voicemail 799-5511 ext. 7382, asmith@southportland.org

To find a therapist:

• Call the Sweetser Promise Line- They can connect you to mental health services available throughout Maine: 1.800.434.3000

• Call 211- statewide information services 

• Visit www.psychologytoday.com and use the therapist finder tool

• Call the Statewide Behavioral Health Navigator : Aaron Withers at awithers@penquis.org or call (207) 631-0073.

Other resources:

Child Mind Institute - We’re dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families struggling with mental health and learning disorders by giving them the help they need. 

GEAR Parent Network The G.E.A.R. Parent Network, a program of Crisis & Counseling Centers, is the place where Gaining Empowerment Allows Results. G.E.A.R. is run by parents for parents providing services for parents of children with emotional and behavioral health concerns.

Youth Peer Support Network Through Maine Behavioral Health- Redefining Youth and Young Adult Mental Health Services in Maine

Center for Parent and Teen Communication The Center for Parent and Teen Communication is based within the Division of Adolescent Medicine at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. 

ACT For Youth Toolkit for Parents and Teens: Parents and teens need to know about adolescent development! Reliable, informative websites for parents and reliable, youth-friendly websites for teens.

Surgeon General’s Advisory on Social Media and Youth Mental Health 

Common Sense Media - The nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of all kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in the 21st century.

Internet Matters Get expert support and practical tips to help children benefit from connected technology and the internet safely and smartly.

Snapchat Information

• Common Sense Media-Parents' Ultimate Guide to Snapchat

• Snapchat officially introduces parental controls through a new ‘Family Center’ feature

• Snapchat Safety-A How To Guide For Parents

OutMaine Building the welcoming and affirming communities urgently needed for Maine’s LGBTQ+ youth.

The Trevor Project- the world’s largest suicide prevention and mental health organization for LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning) young people.

New Mainers Resource Center Resource Guide

Gateway Community Services Maine A non-profit organization created to support the wellbeing of immigrants and refugees in the Greater Portland area. 

Shifa Maine- Culturally appropriate services for refugee and immigrant youth and their families. Case management, Social Skills Groups and Counseling .

In Her Presence Provides a wide range of resources for immigrants and refugees in Maine; Created and run by women. Help with language learning, US/Maine-based life skills, and health/wellness education. 

How Do I...? Portland Maine area; seeks to direct New Mainers towards essential resources, as well as to inform those who are looking to learn more about the resources available in Portland for themselves or to help others. 

Immigrant Resource Center of Maine

Greater Portland Health - Covering Kids & Families Helpline- (800) 965-7476. Helps with healthcare coverage questions, referrals, assistance with applying for MaineCare & other programs that are available in Maine. 

American Academy of Pediatrics: Teens- about the health, safety and well-being of infants, children, adolescents and young adults.

Boston Children's Hospital Resources for Parents- Links to articles and resources about issues teens and parents face today. 

Through these doors Domestic Violence Hotline- 1-800-537-6066; emergency shelter, safety planning, protection order help, support groups, advocacy and support. 

Florence House Women’s Portland, ME : (207) 699-4392 

Maine Parent Federation Educating, empowering, and supporting Maine’s diverse families, children, and youth, especially those with disabilities, special healthcare needs, or other challenges, ages birth to 26, and the professionals who serve them, to ensure effective services and successful outcomes.

Memorial Middle School Clubs and Activities Page

South Portland Activities Flyer

Boys and Girls Club of Southern Maine- Teen Director: Nick Payne; Clubhouse: (207) 874-1075 Address: 169 Broadway, South Portland

Director: Lee Klarman, lklarman@bgcmaine.org Middle School Club: Monday - Friday 2:30 - 8:00 PM Grade 6-8

Teen Center at Redbank Community Center 

The Teen Center is a FREE Drop-In program for South Portland students in grades 6-12.

Need to register and fill out code of conduct form before joining

95 Macarthur Circle West, South Portland (207)767-7650

Monday – Friday (closed all school/city holidays) 2:30PM- 6:00PM 

General Inquiries: ajohnson@southportland.org