Resources for Teens

211 Maine

 

https://211maine.org/

Abuse and Neglect Prevention and Response

Break The Cycle - "Inspires and supports young people in building a culture of healthy relationships...and taking action to ending dating abuse."

Safe Voices - "Safe Voices currently operates the only shelter and support services for victims of domestic violence in Androscoggin, Franklin, and Oxford counties. Our offices provide one-on-one support, support groups, children's services, advocacy, information and referral, court advocacy, transportation and accommodation for shelter, community education, and professional trainings."

Sexual Assault Prevention & Response Services (SAPRS) - "SAPRS works to prevent and eliminate sexual violence and promote healing and empowerment for people of all genders and ages who are affected by rape, sexual assault, child sexual abuse, sexual exploitation, stalking and sexual harassment."

Maine Child Abuse/Neglect Hotline (To Report): 1-800-452-1999

Maine Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-866-834-4357

Maine Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-871-7741

Crisis

Maine State Crisis Line: 1-888-568-1112

National Suicide Prevention Line: 1-800-273-8255

Housing

New Beginnings - Serving homeless and runaway youth and their families

Emergency Shelters - Listing by county

LEGAL

Kids Legal- Free legal services for low income Maine teens

Pine Tree Legal- Free legal help for low-income Maine families

 

L.G.B.T.Q.I.A+

GLSEN - "Our mission is to ensure that every member of every school community is valued and respected regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression."

The TREVOR Project - "Founded in 1998 by the creators of the Academy Award®-winning short film TREVOR, The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning (LGBTQ) young people under 25."

Equality Maine - "Our mission is to secure full equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people in Maine through political action, community organizing, education, and collaboration."

OUT Maine - "OUT Maine works toward a welcoming and affirming Maine for all rural young people of diverse sexual orientations, gender expressions and gender identities. In partnership with their allies and families, OUT Maine supports, educates and empowers these youth in their journey from adolescence to adulthood."

Outright L/A - "Our mission is to create safe and affirming environments for youth ages 12-21 who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and/or questioning."

Maine DOE LGBTQ+ & Gender Expansive Resources - Includes resources for students, families, and schools.