LEWISTON, Maine — The Maine Department of Health and Human Services announced on Feb. 6 that its district office on Main Street in Lewiston would be temporarily closed due to water and electrical damage from extreme cold weather this past weekend.
In a news release, DHHS spokesperson Jackie Farwell said the office was undergoing repairs and would reopen as soon as possible to ensure access to critical benefits and services.
In an update on Feb. 17, Maine DHHS said the office would remain closed for repairs during the weeks of Feb. 20 and Feb. 27. Officials said that during this time, DHHS services would continue to be available at the Maine Department of Labor Career Center located at 5 Mollison Way in Lewiston.
Call 211 to get information on DHHS programs or go to their website at https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/.
To apply for benefits, visit MyMaineConnection or contact the DHHS Office for Family Independence Monday through Friday 8 a.m. until 4:40 p.m. at 1-855-797-4357.
Other district offices located in Augusta, Portland, and South can also provide assistance. Information on these offices can be found at https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/about/contact/offices.