Lincoln-Area Resources for Laid-Off Workers
The Penobscot County Transition Team, which offers assistance to laid-off workers, suggests looking into the following:
Lincoln Paper and Tissue Information:
State of Maine Resources:
- Maine Unemployment Claims Center (to file for unemployment): 1-800-593-7660 (Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:45 pm). www.fileforui.com
- TriCounty Career Center, Bangor – offers information on unemployment benefits, job search tips, job postings, and more.
Town of Lincoln Assistance:
- Town of Lincoln General Assistance – 794-3372 or melissa.quintela@lincolnmaine.org
- Town of Lincoln Heating Assistance – 794-3372 or melissa.quintela@lincolnmaine.org
Food Cupboards and Thrift Stores:
- Lincoln Regional Food Cupboard – 32 Park Street, Lincoln – 447-0946 (call for hours)
- Lincoln Regional Food Cupboard Thrift Store – 274 West Broadway, Lincoln
- Penquis Clothing Room, 114 Main Street, Lincoln, 794-3093
- New Vision Thrift Store – 92 West Broadway, Lincoln
Nonprofits:
- Northeast Occupational Exchange (help with mental illness or substance abuse)
- Penquis (including heating assistance, electrical utility assistance, and more) 1-800-857-0500
Learn more about the Penobscot County Transition Team here.
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