
Divorce, Custody, & Family
A Guide for Parents in Maine: How can I protect my children when I can’t care for them myself?
This guide is for parents in the state of Maine who need someone else to take care of their children if they cannot. You might need someone to take care of your children if you know you’ll be unable to care for them because you need to leave the country, have medical issues, or are facing a jail sentence.
How to change your name and gender marker in Maine
This is a guide for adults in the state of Maine who want to change their legal name and/or gender marker. This guide is especially written for trans or gender non-conforming people - but can be used by any adult who needs a name change!
Maine Zoom Mediation in Family Matters
Posted and up-to-date 8/2022
Maine Protection Orders and Family Matters during COVID-19 FAQ
Posted and up-to-date on 9/19/2022
Powers of Attorney in Maine
What is a Power of Attorney? Where can I learn more about Powers of Attorney in Maine?
Maine Sexual Assault Resources: Child Sexual Abuse & Normal Child Sexual Behavior
How do I know if my child’s sexual behavior is normal or a sign of abuse?
As a caregiver, you may be worried about a child if they start displaying sexualized behaviors. Your instinct may be to think something has happened to the child, but that is not always the case. Some child sexualized behavior is healthy.
Maine Child Protection: What happens when DHHS investigates a household?
This is the second part of our guide to Child Protection proceedings in Maine. It covers what can happen when DHHS investigates a household because they believe that a child may be at risk of being harmed.
Maine Child Protection: What does DHHS do when they get a complaint of child abuse?
This guide is the first in a series about what happens when DHHS gets involved with families. This guide covers the very first steps in the Maine Child Protection process - our other guides cover later parts of this process. If you are in a situation where DHHS is becoming involved with your family, start here.
Healthcare Resources for Maine Children Who Have Experienced Violence
How does domestic violence affect children?
Violence and trauma can have long-lasting effects on children who witness or experience violent events.
Child Abuse and Neglect in Maine: DHHS Substantiation and Indication
About DHHS and Child Abuse and Neglect
DHHS Child Protective Services investigates reports of child abuse. There are 5 different things that DHHS can do: