Dear Marshwood Families,
During these uncertain times, we all know that many people may have new or additional needs that come up. Here at Marshwood Middle School, we have compiled a list of resources that may be helpful for you and your family as we continue to navigate these unique times. Along with the list below, we also want to urge you to check out the MMS School Social Work website for MSAD # 35: https://sites.google.com/rsu35.org/marshwoodsocialwork/ for any additional information or resources. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.
Best Regards,
Kristine Catalogna
Kristine "Ms. Cat" Catalogna, MSW, LCSW
School Social Worker
Marshwood Middle School
626 Dow Hwy, Eliot, ME 03903
207-439-1399 x 8201
Email: kristine.catalogna@rsu35.org
Family Activity Ideas
Beaches:
Our local beaches are open and a great way to get outside
Hiking/ Trails:
https://www.greatworkslandtrust.org/
https://kitterylandtrust.weebly.com/
Virtual Activities for Kids/ Teens:
Wilderness Activities and Virtual Engagement for Students
https://www.maine.gov/doe/waves
Mental Health Resources:
If there is a crisis or an emergency, please call 9-1-1, head to your nearest emergency department, or contact the Maine Crisis Hotline at 1-888-568-1112
For ME residents: Call 211 for ME resources
NAMI Maine: https://www.namimaine.org/
Resource for families facing mental health concerns
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Teen Text line 1-515-TEXT – for peer support
For NH Residents: Call 211 for NH resources
NAMI NH Information and Resource Line - call (800) 242-6264 ext. 4, Monday - Friday, 9 am - 5 pm or email info@naminh.org- Resource for families facing mental health concerns
NAMI NH Annual Conference Virtual Learning Series, April 15th- 22nd (free): https://www.naminh.org/nami-nh-events/annual-conference/
Crisis Text Line – free, 24/7 support for those in crisis. Text 741741 from anywhere in the US to text with a trained Crisis Counselor.
Food Pantries
ELIOT
End 68 Hours of Hunger (207) 337-1294 Email: Eliot@end68hoursofhunger.org
KITTERY
Footprints Food Pantry
37 Old Post Road, Kittery, Maine
Client Hours- Tues. 5:30 pm- 6:30 pm and Wed. 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 pm
FOOD EMERGENCIES CALL 207-439-4673 AND LEAVE A MESSAGE. PHONE MESSAGES ARE CHECKED THREE TIMES DAILY.
(Serves Kittery, Kittery Point, and Eliot)
Table of Plenty Meal Program: (Now open for drive thru pickup) St. Raphael’s Church 6 Whipple Road, Kittery Hours: Thursdays, 4:30pm-5:30pm
PORTSMOUTH, NH
Gather 210 West Rd., #3, Portsmouth, NH (603) 436-0641 Hours: Monday-Thursday, 9:00am-5:00pm; Fridays 9:00am-1:00pm
Kittery Post Office Parking Lot: Hours: Wednesday 2:30-4:30PM *Check winter hours on Gather’s website: https://www.gathernh.org/campaign-2
SOUTH BERWICK
End 68 Hours of Hunger (207) 337-1294- Email: Eliot@end68hoursofhunger.org
South Berwick Community Food Pantry 47 Ross St., South Berwick- (207) 384-2193 Hours: Thursdays, 6:00pm-7:00pm; 1st & 3rd Friday, 10:00am-11:30pm
State of Maine Department of Heath & Human Services General Assistance Program: 1-800-442-6003
Housing Assistance/ Homeless Shelters
SANFORD, ME
Caring Unlimited- Domestic Violence Shelter
1-800-239-7298
York County Shelter Program- Family Shelter and Individual Shelter
(207) 324-1137
PORTSMOUTH, NH
Crossroads House
Assistance Available 24/7- (603) 436-2218
Shelter Admission & Coordinated Entry (M-F 9-5) (603) 435-2448
Other Community Resources
Caring Unlimited
York County Domestic Violence Program 24-Hour Hotline: 1-800-239-7298
Eliot General Assistance/Fuel Assistance
Eliot Town Office - 1333 State Rd., Eliot
Apply for assistance in person Wednesdays from 8:00am-4:00pm, and other office hours times in an emergency.
General Assistance Administrator, Melissa Albert (207) 439-1817 ext. 20
Fair Tide
Long term solutions for homeless individuals and families - providing homeless case support and a thrift store.
www.fairtide.org - (207) 439-6376
Thrift Store Hours: Monday - Friday 10-5; Saturday 10-5; Sunday - Closed
Families First - Mobile Health & Dental Services
For adults in temporary housing or unstable housing Families First provides medical & dental care, access to substance misuse treatment and psychiatric care, medications (No Narcotics), help applying for Medicaid, housing and other benefits.
www.FamiliesFirstSeacoast.org - (603) 422-8208
Fuel & More
Heating fuel, wood pellets, electric heat, resources, and support for the Kittery community.
www.fuelandmore.org - (207) 703-8288
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Schedule an appointment by calling 1-800-965-5762 or (207) 324-5762
York County Community Action
www.yccac.org - 207-439-2699
York County WIC
How to Apply: Call (207) 459-2942; Email: WIC@yccac.org; Online: www.yccac.org
York Hospital Health Care Help Center
Clinical, Financial, Community, Information, Advice, Answers
Yorkhospital.com- (207) 752-8642
York Hospital Financial Assistance Program: Monday - Friday 8 - 4:30PM or by appointment