COVID-19 Stimulus Checks & Public Benefits Eligibility in Maine
Posted and up-to-date on 4/29/2020
Introduction
Many people who will get a stimulus check under the CARES Act may also receive public benefits. You may be worried about whether getting a stimulus check will change your eligibility for public benefits.
Maine Public Benefits & COVID-19 FAQ
Posted and up-to-date on 12/15/2020
I need MaineCare, TANF, and/or SNAP (food stamps), where do I go to apply?
These services are run through the Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
CV-191 Financial Affidavit
Maine form CV-191 Financial Affidavit. The supporting affidavit to submit to the court along with CV-067 to request a fee waiver
CV-191 Supporting Affidavit
Maine form CV-191 Financial Affidavit. The supporting affidavit to submit to the court along with CV-067 to request a fee waiver
CV-067 Application to Proceed Without Payment of Fees
The Maine form to apply to have your court fees waived
PA-015 Affidavit for Confidential Address
This is the Maine form for keeping your address confidential when filing for a Protection from Abuse order. Use this form if you don't want the abuser to know your address.
PA-005 Protection Order Service Information
The Maine form for providing information to for serving a Protection from Abuse order
PA-001 Complaint for Protection from Abuse
The Maine form for getting a Protection from Abuse court order
Combat-Injured Veterans Tax Fairness Act
Introduction
The Combat-Injured Veterans Tax Fairness Act of 2016 is a law that may allow many combat-injured veterans to claim a refund or credit from the IRS. This article is a brief summary of who may be eligible, and how to find help and more information.
Rights of Maine Renters: Victims of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking
Sometimes landlords react to sexual assault, domestic violence and stalking by taking action against the victim. There are state and federal laws that can help if this happens to you.