Applying for FEMA Assistance and How to Appeal FEMA Assistance Decisions
Mainers' Legal Rights in a Disaster
Last Updated: Friday, February 9, 2024
Introduction
Maine communities have been hit hard by storms and flooding - with the storms on December 18th, 2023, and January 10th and 13th, 2024 being some of the most destructive. We know you have questions and will do our best to answer them, but some of these issues (like the availability of FEMA help) are still developing. When possible we will link to official government sources for more resources and information.
Motéis, Hotéis, e Pensões
Recursos Importantes para Evitar o Despejo
Sendo despejado? Preocupado que possa ser logo?
Para saber mais sobre seus direitos caso esteja sendo despejado, assista a live informativa com um advogado da PTLA toda Terça-feira às 9 da manhã.
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Service and Assistance Animals in Maine: What's the difference, and what are my rights?
Introduction
If you have a disability, and you have an animal that helps you with that disability, you may have the right to bring that animal into places where you wouldn’t be allowed to bring a pet.
There are different rules, depending on whether it is a service animal or an assistance animal, and what kind of place you want to bring your animal.
Service animals
Is my animal a service animal?
A service animal is a dog trained to do work for a person who has a disability.
Maine Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF) FAQ
Notice: The Maine HAF Program is winding down. Complete applications received after January 10, 5 PM will be put on a waitlist. If you plan to apply for HAF, check the Maine Housing website for further updates on the program, and submit a completed application as soon as possible.