General Assistance Notice
The Municipality of Pittston administers the General Assistance program to support eligible people in need. Pursuant to Title 22 MRSA § 4305, the municipal officers have adopted an ordinance establishing that program. A copy of this ordinance is available for public inspection at the Pittston Town Office. Also available for inspection is a copy of the State’s General Assistance Statutes as copies of State law are made available to the municipality by Maine’s Department of Health and Human Services.
Persons who wish to apply for General Assistance may do so by walking into the Pittston Town Office.
You may also call the Pittston Town Office at 582-4438 and make an appointment. Applications may be picked up anytime during regular business hours.
In an emergency, applicants may contact:
- Christine Holzinger: 207-514-4019
- Cathy Thomas: 207-458-1402
- Joe Caputo: 207-242-8240
The municipality’s General Assistance administrator must issue a written decision within 24 hours of receiving an application.
The Department of Health and Human Services’ toll-free telephone number, to call with a question regarding the General Assistance Program, is 1-800-442-6003.
This notice is posted pursuant to Title 22 MRSA § 4304-4305.
Need help with heating, electricity, weatherization, home repairs, or other needs? Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (KVCAP) may be able to help you. Before winter hits, it is best to contact them early; they have much to offer.