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Mainers are really good at resilience. We're prepared for winter weather, we come together as a community when there's a challenge, and we're quick to pitch in to clear away the snow, share a warm meal, and check in with our senior neighbors living on their own. We've got this. We hope everyone stays safe and warm during this weekend's storm.
Below are links to resources you or a neighbor can use. You'll find more on our website or social media. |
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10th Annual Community Rally to Keep Our Neighbors Warm |
WHEN Saturday, February 19th, 10 AM - NOON
WHERE Scarborough Public Safety Building
GOAL Raise $25,000 for the Fuel Fund
Curbside Activities
• Friends of the Library - book sale
• Sustainability Committee - energy tips
• Curated online video programming
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"Grab Bag" Library Book Sale |
**Curbside Pick-Up Sat. Feb. 19th**
The Friends of Scarborough Library "Grab Bag" Book Sale will be happening curbside at the Fuel Rally on Saturday, February 19, from 10 am to noon. A $5 cash donation to the library buys an entire bag of books. Bags have been packed by genre: fiction, non-fiction, children's, young adults, biography, & more -- your choice! |
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Preparing for Emergencies |
Mainers are resilient! One or two days without electricity or heat? No problem, we can do that. But what about extended periods or if you need to evacuate to a shelter? Is your family ready for emergencies? Find out at the Scarborough Fire Department's free program on February 10th. Learn about self-sufficiency during an emergency; assembling an emergency preparedness kit; creating a communication plan; strategies to protect household members, valuables, and important documents; and community resources. >>Register with Scarborough Adult Ed
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The Biden administration is expanding access to at-home Covid-19 tests. The government will mail up to 4 rapid antigen test kits to all US residential addresses. The tests are free. To get yours, go to covidtests.gov and fill out the online form. Tests ship in 7-12 days by USPS. If you need a test more quickly, contact your health provider, visit Maine's Covid info page, or call the hotline at 1-888-445-4111. The hotline also has info about clinics offering vaccines and boosters. |
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Habitat for Humanity works with low-income homeowners to address critical safety and structural home repairs (i.e. accessibility issues, unsafe roofing or flooring, lack of heat, electrical or plumbing hazards). For more info, visit: habitatportlandme.org/critical-home-repair . |
Seniors and people with disabilities may be eligible for help from the Maine property tax deferral program. Info is on the Town of Scarborough's Assessing page under Tax Relief. Or contact Maine Revenue Services, Property Tax Division, at 624-5600 or prop.tax@maine.gov. |
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If you need help heating your home, call Project GRACE at 883-5111. You don't have to go it alone when it's cold. More help is also available from the "Keep ME Warm" fund at 211Maine and the Home Energy Assistance Program (also called LIHEAP or HEAP). Check to see if you are eligible for HEAP. It's not too late to apply. The Opportunity Alliance (553-5900) is scheduling appointments. >>More Info If you get HEAP, you may also qualify for help with furnace repairs and some utility bills. |
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Scarborough senior citizens in need of sand for their driveways and sidewalks can have a bucket of sand delivered FREE to their residence. Please call Sergeant Scott Vaughan at 207-730-4380 or email svaughan@scarboroughmaine.org with your name, telephone number, and address. |
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TIPS TO KEEP YOU AND YOUR HOME WARM |
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Quick Links to Scarborough Resources |
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TOWN OF SCARBOROUGH
SCARBOROUGH PUBLIC LIBRARY
SCARBOROUGH SCHOOLS
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We're Neighbors Helping Neighbors |
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883-5111
pgme@projectgracemaine.org
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The best way to reach us is to call 883-5111 and leave a message. A volunteer will return your call within a few days (we check messages regularly). |
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