KENNEBEC COUNTY RESOURCES
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Spectrum Generations - Serves as the Aging & Disability Resource Center for Kennebec County. It provides older adults and individuals with disabilities access to services such as options counseling, adult day programming, caregiver support, Medicare education, nutrition programs, and legal resources. Spectrum Generations is the primary entry point for people in the county who need assistance with long-term services and supports.
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Uplift, Inc. - Operates residential services across Kennebec County, including Augusta, Gardiner, and Waterville. The agency manages Waivered Foster Homes for adults with developmental disabilities, some of which include 24-hour nursing care. It also provides Supported Living, a flexible service that offers in-home and community assistance tailored to each individual’s needs and goals.
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Mobius, Inc. - Delivers community case management for children and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in Kennebec County. Its services include assessments, Person-Centered Planning, coordination of supports, and representative payee services. The organization focuses on helping individuals achieve greater independence while ensuring they remain connected to community resources.
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Kennebec Behavioral Health - Operates multiple clinics in Augusta, Waterville, and Skowhegan. It offers mental health treatment, substance use disorder services, and crisis support. In 2023, the organization received $750,000 in federal funding to expand its programs, helping residents with disabilities and behavioral health needs gain improved access to treatment and MaineCare coverage.
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The Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (KVCAP) - Supports individuals with disabilities who are also low income. Its services include housing stability programs, energy and fuel assistance, transportation, and workforce development. These programs are designed to help people maintain independence and stability within the community.
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Augusta Resources​
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The Office of Aging & Disability Services (OADS) - Has its state headquarters in Augusta at 41 Anthony Avenue. Provides vital support for older adults and individuals with disabilities statewide. From this office, residents can access Adult Protective Services, crisis support for developmental disabilities, and various community service coordination programs. The OADS office also fields calls for abuse or neglect reports and maintains essential statewide hotlines.
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Maine Developmental Disabilities Council (MDDC) - Works across the state to promote advocacy, inclusion, and policy improvements for people with developmental disabilities. Their Augusta-based offices support initiatives in self-determination, community inclusion, housing, transportation, employment, and early intervention. The Council also hosts public meetings and offers accommodations for participants.
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Disability Rights Maine (DRM) - Operates out of Augusta (160 Capitol Street). DRM provides legal advocacy and representation for individuals whose disability-based rights have been violated—across areas like education, assistive technology, and civil liberties. They also offer training in self-advocacy and conduct outreach to support systemic change.
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The Bureau of Rehabilitation Services (BRS) - Headquartered in Augusta (150 State House Station) and provides a range of rehabilitation programs. These include Vocational Rehabilitation (VR), services for the Deaf and visually impaired, and Independent Living Services, all designed to foster employment, communication access, and self-sufficiency.
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MaineCITE (Community Inclusion Through Technology) - Offers device demonstrations, short-term loans, equipment reuse, and training for assistive technology—from communication tools to daily living aids. While a statewide program, Augusta residents can directly benefit from its offerings and the inventory.
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Uplift, Inc. - Offers residential supports, including waivered foster homes and supported living services. Their foster homes are placed in small community neighborhoods, and some are staffed to support significant medical needs alongside developmental disabilities. Supported Living helps individuals live more independently in homes they own, lease, or rent, with assistance tailored to their daily living, finances, social inclusion, and emergencies.
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Assistance Plus - Has an office in Waterville, offering a range of services for individuals with disabilities. These include long-term home care, intellectual/developmental supports, behavioral health, daily living assistance, and shared living. Their goal is to help people remain in their homes and participate in their community with choice and support.
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ASI Northeast, Inc. - Operates a downtown residential program for people with chronic mental illness. The program houses five individuals in their own apartments, with 24/7 staffing. It focuses on preserving or increasing functional ability (life skills, social skills, community inclusion), supporting independent living tasks, and providing oversight of medications and nutrition. asi-ne.org
The Waterville Social Security Field Office, located at 14 Colby Street, serves local residents for Social Security and disability services. It’s a place where people can apply for, manage, and receive support regarding SSDI/SSI benefits.
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Waterville’s Housing Assistance (through the City’s Health & Welfare Department) - Offers emergency help, especially for people with housing instability. These include programs via the Waterville Housing Authority, Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (KVCAP), and other agencies to assist with housing repairs, public housing, weatherization, rent assistance, etc. These services are particularly important for people with disabilities who may face both physical and financial housing barriers.
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The “Waterville Aging in Place Guide” - Produced by the city, compiles over 100 local resources aimed at helping older adults and individuals with disabilities stay in their homes and remain connected. It covers things like transportation, healthcare, housing, legal and financial assistance, wellness, and social supports—all relevant for those who need stable long-term support.
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