AMHC
AMHC provides multiple mental health resources that will help you on your recovery journey.
All ages
https://www.amhc.org/AMHC Sexual Assault Services
Free, private, 24-hour help over the phone with trained people who understand and want to help. Crisis support to survivors and their family and friends when they need it.
All ages
http://amhcsas.org/All Trails
All trails is a app you can download on your phone or etc. If you are a big hiker or something similar, this is the app for you. All trails will show you a detailed map of all the hiking trails in your area.
All ages
http://www.alltrails.com/Category:
Outdoor Recreation
American Sexual Health Association
The ASHA provides links to and gives information about sexual health to those who need it or need to learn more about sexual health before beginning intimacy.
Youth 14-18, Young Adult 18-22
https://www.ashasexualhealth.org/sexual-health/Cairn
The Cairn app is a very helpful hiking and backpacking app. The app is able to show you a map of all the safest trails for where you are or where your going. The Cairn app was also rated the safest hiking app of 2024.
All ages
http://www.cairnme.com/Category:
Outdoor Recreation
Calais Howard Fox Memorial Pool
The city of Calais public pool offers swimming lessons and low-cost public swim time. It is open every day of the week during summer.
offers summer jobs for youth
Category:
Outdoor Recreation
Career Center: Calais & Machais
Assistance in job training; Preparation and finding a job
Youth 14-18, Young Adult 18-22
https://www.mainecareercenter.com/Category:
Workforce Support & Opportunities
Children's Bereavement Center
Their goal at the Children's Bereavement Center and Lift From Loss adult program is to enable children and families to acknowledge change, adjust, and integrate loss with healthful grief and mourning.
All ages
https://childbereavement.org/Cobscook Experiential Programs
Cobscook Experiential Programs, a division of Cobscook Institute, offers a public four-year high school program delivered through a partnership with Calais High School that brings together students who are self-motivated, outdoor-oriented, community-minded learners. Cobscook offers Washington County teens a transformative, inspired, and unique path to a high school diploma.
Youth 14-18, Young Adult 18-22
https://cobscookinstitute.org/experientialCobscook Trails
Cobscook trails is a hiking organization based on the Eastern Maine Coast. Cobscook State Park has many trails and groups and this website is your gateway to get into hiking groups.
All ages
https://cobscooktrails.orgCategory:
Outdoor Recreation
College Transitions Support (through Wash. County Adult Ed)
Free support for people who may be thinking of taking college courses but are not sure what career path is right for them or not sure how to apply for school, fill out financial aid forms, or take college entrance exams. Help is available in taking the Accuplacer test and free tutoring offered if the Accuplacer test results are low.
Free tutoring is also available for students already enrolled in college but who may need extra help to keep up with their classes. Support staff can travel to meet with folks anywhere in the county. Call for more information.
All ages
https://washingtoncounty.maineadulted.org/course/college-transitions-building-your-future/Crisis Services
AHMC provides 24/7 crisis services in the home, community setting, and by Telehealth. Crisis services include a mental health and/or substance use assessment and safety planning. Referrals are provided for additional assistance as needed.
All ages
http://www.amhc.org/services/crisisDowneast Acadia Program
Downeast Acadia is an environmental organization based around the eastern Maine coast. This website can show you everything you need from camping spots, stuff to do around the area and many more things.
All ages
http://downeastacadia.com/Category:
Outdoor Recreation
Eastern Maine Development Corp. – Education Assistance
Offering financial assistance to low-income families who are pursuing education or a new career path. They can help with mileage, childcare, books, laptops, certifications, and even on-the-job training. Also if families have any experience within the last 2 years of doing migrant farm work, there are additional resources that may be available. For information contact Amanda Smith at 255-0983, or email her at asmith@emdc.org.
All ages
https://www.emdc.org/workforce/education-training/Eastport Health Care Clinic
The Eastport Health Care clinic provides a wide variety of high-quality care such as behavioral, medical, and dental care. The clinic is low-cost/ no-cost provided for people in Washington County and the Passamaquoddy people.
https://www.eastporthealth.org/Educational Outdoor Groups
The Downeast Costal Conservancy are a nonprofit based out of Machias. This website has everything you need to learn about Maines outdoors. On here you’ll find thing such as Events and ways to get involved with the program and learn more about Maine.
https://downeastcoastalconservancy.org/Category:
Outdoor Recreation
Emergency Services
AHMC Emergency Services can help you avoid making a trip to the hospital emergency services to all residents of Aroostook, Hancok, and Washington Counties who are in crisis.
All ages
http://www.amhc.org/Environmental Organizations In Washington County
Downeast Salmon Federation is a program founded by fishermen who want to maintain a healthy salmon population out of the love for fishing them. On this link you’re able to find Upcoming events, Donations, Offices, Employment opportunities and more!
https://www.mainesalmonrivers.org/Category:
Outdoor Recreation
Finance Authority of Maine (FAME)
FAME works to create quality jobs for Maine people. We
help make higher education more accessible and affordable.
Resource information for paying for college; searchable
scholarship database, and more.
All ages
https://www.famemaine.com/Find Treatment
Confidential and anonymous resource for locating treatment facilities for mental and substance use disorders in the United States and its territories.
All ages
https://findtreatment.gov/locatorCategory:
Outdoor Recreation
Free Early College Courses for Maine High School Students
Earn up to 12 free credit hours per year (Summer term courses count toward the following academic year, i.e. Summer 2023 classes count toward the 2023/2024 year). Concurrent and Aspirations programs are supported.
Youth 14-18
https://www.maine.gov/doe/learning/highered/earlycollegeHealthy Acadia Employment Opportunities for youth 18-24
Youth Recovery Coach - Hancock and Washington Counties
Maine Alliance for Recovery Coaching (Maine-ARC)
Job Posting
Young Adult 18-24
https://healthyacadia.org/employmentCategory:
Workforce Support & Opportunities
Literacy Volunteers of Washington County Maine
Literacy Volunteers of Washington County Maine provides free tutoring to teens and adults who want to learn to read and write English better. We provide free books in the mail to every child under the age of 5 through Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.
All ages
https://www.facebook.com/LiteracyVolunteersofWashingtonCountyMaine/MCF (Maine Community Foundation) Scholarship Program
Scholarships for Maine residents, both traditional and nontraditional students
Gracie Fund –
The Gracie Fund is a student loan repayment program which
encourages residents of Washington County, or those who
consider Washington County their “home”, to establish
roots in the community following completion of their postsecondary education. Students must have earned their
degree within five years of applying (deadline July 15). The
Gracie Fund fosters community development by helping
recipients connect to Washington County through their
commitment to a career and community service. Loan
repayment awards of $5,000 will be awarded to up to three
individuals each year. These awards may be renewed for up
to three years.
All ages
Liz Fickett, Scholarship Funds Associate
efickett@mainecf.org
Maine Crisis Hotline
The state's crisis telephone response service for people or families going through a behavioral health crisis or considering suicide or self-harm is the Maine Crisis Line. Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, trained crisis call specialists answer the phone and offer free, private phone support and stabilization.
https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/about/contact/hotlinesMaine Family Planning Virtual Visits
The Maine Family Planning offers visits virtually without having to leave your house travel anywhere. The Virtual Visits Hub by Maine Family Planning makes it simple to book some of our most common telehealth appointments online, such as follow-ups, problem consultations, and birth control consultations and prescriptions.
All ages
https://mainefamilyplanning.org/virtual-visits-hub/Maine JobLink
Maine JobLink is a platform for finding job opportunities throughout Maine. It provides listings for various types of employment, including full-time and part-time roles. Use the site to search for positions that fit your qualifications and interests.
All ages
https://joblink.maine.gov/search/jobsCategory:
Workforce Support & Opportunities
Maine State Enviromental Protection
This link takes you to the Maine.gov website where you can explore all of the environmental protection updates and laws.
All ages
https://www.maine.gov/dep/rules/index.htmlCategory:
Outdoor Recreation
Maine State Sustainability Laws
This link will bring you to the Maine.gov websites department of land sustainability. In here you can see how you can help the environment, waste management, and many more things.
All ages
https://www.maine.gov/dep/sustainability/laws/index.htmlCategory:
Outdoor Recreation
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Outpatient Treatment
AMHC offers mental health and substance abuse outpatient assessment, intervention, and crisis stabilization for children and adults of any age in the following conveniently located offices: Caribou, Presque Isle, Fort Kent, Madawaska, Houlton, Calais, Machias, and Ellsworth.
All ages
http://www.amhc.org/NAMI Maine Support Groups
Peer-led NAMI Maine support groups provide you a chance to talk about your experiences and get help from other participants. The reason NAMI's support groups are special is because they are organized according to a set plan, which guarantees that everyone in the group has a chance to be heard and receive the assistance they require. Experienced and qualified group leaders guide the group.
https://namimaine.org/support-groups/National Eating Disorder Association
The National Eating Disorder Association provides a screening for those that feel they are struggling with an eating disorder. It also provides treatment, a nutrition counselor, and helplines.
https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/get-help/Online Tutoring Services Through Nettutor
Nettutor is an online tutoring service we provide for FREE to Early College students. You can log on for 1-on-1 video tutoring, submit a simple question, or get a paper reviewed. Available 24 hours a day/7 days a week.
Youth 14-18
https://www.maine.edu/early-college/resources/nettutor/Penobscot job core
Penobscot Job Corps will provide you with free career training so you can gain the skills and tools you need to be successful.
All ages
https://penobscot.jobcorps.gov/Category:
Workforce Support & Opportunities
St Croix International Waterway Commision
The St Croix International Waterway Commision are based on the St Croix River and provide many outdoor resources. From Camping, hiking, kayaking and many more things. This website is your gateway to explore Washington Counties St Croix River in any way.
All ages
https://www.stcroix.org/Category:
Outdoor Recreation
State Protected Parks
This map has all of the state parks in the great state of Maine. The map comes with a layout of the location of all parks, acceptable recreation activities for said park. Which include but are not limited to Camping spots, Hunting allowance, Fishing spots, Rafting spots and much more.
https://www.maine.gov/dacf/parks/docs/your-maine-lands.pdfCategory:
Outdoor Recreation
Substance Abuse Treatment
Offers recovery treatment and recovery for individuals, families, and affected others.
All ages
http://www.amhc.org/Supportive Visitation Services
The Family Visit Program provides a safe, neutral, child friendly environment for parent-child contact.
All ages
http://www.amhc.org/UMaine 4H Program
The UMaine 4H program is funded by the university’s of Maine and has many different activities for youth. With one of many being Summer Camps which include many outdoor activities. If your a youth this is a perfect opportunity to get into an outdoor adventure program!
Youth 10-13, Youth 14-18
http://extension.umaine.edu/4h/Category:
Outdoor Recreation
WCCC: Workforce and Professional Development
WCCC offers extensive non-degree (credit and non-credit), professional, and continuing education opportunities to fit your needs. Many courses are designed to offer convenience through hybrid and online modalities to prepare you for professional occupations for many in-demand occupations.
All ages, Young Adult 18-24
https://wccc.me.edu/professional-development/Category:
Workforce Support & Opportunities
Wabanaki Culture Center
The Wabanaki Culture Center is located at 39 Union St Calais Maine. This culture center is set up like a museum but is based around the St Croix coast and the history of the Passamaquoddy/Wabanaki. This Culture Center is a very good resource for learning about the community.
All ages
Category:
Outdoor Recreation
Wabanaki college tuition waiver
This waiver applies to any Wabanaki person who meets the given school's qualifications and has either tribal enrollment or descendants. It includes Passamaquody, Penobscot, Mi'kmaq, or Maliseet. It also includes most universities and community colleges in Maine. This waiver applies to most degree paths, including graduate programs.
All ages, Young Adult 18-22
https://mymccs.me.edu/ICS/icsfs/707.4.pdf?target=bae04cdc-85c2-4f0d-b100-339087588350Washington County Adult and Community Education (Axiom Education & Training Center)
Classes available to earn credits toward a high school
diploma or preparing for college entrance exams. Also
available: GED test center, ESL, Literacy education, and
Computer and Digital literacy. Also available is a new
program called “College Transitions” – Offering free
support for people who may be thinking of taking college
courses but are not sure what career path is right for them,
or not sure how to apply for school, fill out financial aid
forms, or take college entrance exams. Free tutoring is also
available for students already enrolled but who may need
extra help. Support staff can travel to meet with folks
anywhere in the county
All ages
Jane Blackwood, Director of Educational Services
classes@connectwithaxiom.com
https://washingtoncounty.maineadulted.org/Washington county hiking trails
Explore Washington County - view hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you
https://www.alltrails.com/lists/washington-county--31Category:
Outdoor Recreation
Wayfinder Schools
Offers a home-based high school diploma program called Passages. Originally designed for teen parents, Passages provides individualized instruction to students in their own homes.
Youth 14-18, Young Adult 18-22
https://www.wayfinderschools.org/Youth Council
Youth parliaments, also known as youth councils, are one way for young people to participate in local governance. Youth councils are appointed bodies that are present in governments, non-governmental organizations, schools, and other institutions at the municipal, state, provincial, regional, national, and international levels.Youth parliaments, also known as youth councils, are one way for young people to participate in local governance. Youth councils are appointed bodies that are present in governments, non-governmental organizations, schools, and other institutions at the municipal, state, provincial, regional, national, and international levels. Youth council is a great community where you are able to connect with other youth your age.
https://wabanakiphw.orgkeenes lake
a campground on keenes lake. they have RV parking and cabin rentals, they also have kayak and paddleboat rentals. they have a small store with food and swimming and camping stuff. they also have a lake side beach and offering swimming.
All ages
https://campmaine.com/directory/keenes-lake-family-campground/Category:
Outdoor Recreation
swan lake
a lake that offers a public swimming on a beach or private swimming for if you have a dog. it has bathrooms, picnic tables, and a playground. they also offer kayak, canoe and paddle board rentals.
All ages
https://mymaine.org/mainestateparks/swanlakestateparkCategory:
Outdoor Recreation
%20copy.jpg)
