General Assistance

The Town of Stow administers a General Assistance program for the support of the poor pursuant to Title 22 M.R.S.A. §4305 to assist needy residents, individuals, and families of the Town to meet their basic needs, if they meet eligibility requirements. General Assistance may include help paying for:

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• Household or personal supplies (toiletries, cleaning supplies)

• Food

• Housing (e.g., mortgage, rent, room rent, temporary housing)

• Fuel & utilities

• Medical, dental, prescriptions, medical supplies/equipment

• Burial costs

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Assistance is based on financial need and is available through the town office by appointment. To apply, please contact the Town Clerk. All applicants remain confidential.

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In case of an emergency, please contact the Selectboard Chair listed on this page.

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The municipality's General Assistant administrator must issue a written decision regarding eligibility to all applicants within 24 hours of receiving an application. The Department of Health and Human Services' toll-free number to call with questions regarding the General Assistance Program or to report alleged violations is 1-800-442-6003. This notice is posted pursuant to Title 22 MRSA §4304-4305