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Heart of Maine United Way mobilizes communities to action so all can thrive.

Serving Hancock, Penobscot, Piscataquis, Somerset, Waldo & Washington Counties.💙

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211 Maine helps support and provide resources for older adults and persons with disabilities in Maine by providing referrals to, and information about, needed services including home health care, social security, respite, and financial assistance 📞 Dial 211

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The Brewer Area Food Pantry helps feed approximately 5,465 people in the Greater Bangor region. OHI is looking for volunteers to assist with food distribution, sorting donations, delivering food, picking up donations, and stocking shelves. To learn more 📧 [email protected]

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Have you ever wondered what you can do to help save lives? The American Red Cross is looking for volunteer teachers to help teach life-saving courses. No experience? No problem. Contact [email protected] to learn more.

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Are you passionate about providing access to fresh, healthy food? 🥦🍅 Join Healthy Acadia as a volunteer this season to harvest at area farms and community gardens, preventing food waste and supporting our neighbors in need. Contact Lucy Zwigard at [email protected]

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Did you know 211 can help you get a job or transition to a new career? A trained 211 Maine-based specialist can connect you to local resources and job programs including job assistance centers, occupational training, certification programs, and more. 🔗 https://t.co/hNzwHgdSHT

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Happy National Volunteer Month! This April, we want to take a moment to thank everyone who has taken the time to volunteer! Lending a hand, sharing a skill, or offering a smile - every moment you give makes a world of difference 🌍💙 #VolunteerMe https://t.co/MNKGdsxdNX

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Are you still without power? We've put together an interactive map of warming centers in your area:

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You can also call @211Maine to get center info, report storm damage and learn about more resources.

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Passionate about arts and community? 🎨

Waterfall Arts in Belfast has ongoing volunteer opportunities including Gallery Sitter, Facilities Support, Event Support, and more. Contact Cate Bradbury at 338-2222 or email [email protected]. #VolunteerME

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The CDC estimates that between 9 million and 45 million Americans will experience flu symptoms each year.

Our partner @SingleCare gives tips on how to quickly recover from the virus.

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It's #WorldKindessDay! 🌍❤️ Small acts can have a huge ripple effect. Smile, hold a door open, or give a compliment. Ready for more? Volunteer, donate blood, or assist a neighbor. Your kindness casts wide ripples. Let's make waves together! What's your act of kindness today? 🌟

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Is mixing Tylenol and ibuprofen safe? Our partner @SingleCare shares the answer.

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90% of Maine's American Red Cross workforce is volunteers, directing more donations to community efforts. They need help in roles like Office Assistant, VA Coordinator, Volunteer Recruitment, Blood Drives, and Disaster Action Team. Connect with Paula Coyle: (207) 523-510

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Breast pain can be worrisome if you don't know why it's happening. Learn the 13 causes of this symptom from our partner @SingleCare. #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth

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Passionate about supporting Maine's older adults and caregivers? Volunteer with Eastern Area Agency on Aging for roles in Janitorial, Meals on Wheels, Community Cafes, and Wellness Instruction. Contact Heidi Thomas:
📞 [phone] ext. 129
📧 [email protected]

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Single-female-headed households in Maine face tough times. In 2021, 40% of these households couldn't meet the ALICE Household Survival Budget, and another 35% were below the Federal Poverty Line. That's a whopping 75% struggling to provide for their families.

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Personal Care Aides - the 3rd most common job in Maine – earned a median hourly wage of $14.28. That’s just barely above the ALICE Household Survival Budget, and 42% of these workers fell below the ALICE threshold in 2021.

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243,485 Maine households struggle to afford the basics. The ALICE Report for Maine has opened our eyes to the challenges our community faces and it would not have been possible without support from the @JohnTGormanFdn.

Read the report: https://t.co/njJuJRRIuG

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The percentage of Maine’s families has remained the same since 2010, but the number of ALICE households has reached 42%. Read the new ALICE for Maine report to learn that more families are struggling to thrive than you might think: https://t.co/0IYNAa2vQ6.

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United Ways of Maine’s ALICE for Maine Report is here, and it reveals that too many Mainers are struggling. 4 of 10 households can't afford typical living expenses; many work full time and still cannot afford basic needs or save for emergencies. Read the repor...

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ADHD is one of the most common neurodevelopmental conditions in kids. Yet, despite its frequency, there are many myths and misconceptions about it. Here, our partner @SingleCare debunks them. #ADHDAwarenessMonth
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