AUGUSTA, Maine — More Mainers are turning to public assistance programs as winter approaches, a possible indicator of increasing hardship in the coming months as coronavirus cases continue to surge and economic prospects remain bleak. New applications for food and cash assistance and Maine’s expanded Medicaid program have ticked upward in recent months after dropping over the summer.
Applications For Public Aid Programs Surge In Maine With Pandemic Worsening
Jessica Piper, Bangor Daily News
Sun, 11/29/2020 - 11:00pm
Sections: u.s.
Topics: Maine Penobscot County Bangor
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