Organization: Penquis CAP Inc
Mission: To administer health, housing, and social service programs that will improve the lives of the citizens of Penobscot, Piscataquis, Knox and other Maine counties by providing direct services, creating opportunities for individuals living in poverty to work toward becoming self sufficient, and actively indentifying and mobilizing public and private resources to sustain these efforts.
Activities: Child Development Services: Supports the development of children to their highest potential, recognizes parents as the prime educators of their children, and assists families in the attainment of resources and personal development, resulting in a healthier and more prosperous community.
Transportation Brokerage Services: Provides rides for MaineCare members to and from covered, non-emergency Medicaid services such as doctor appointments and dialysis when members do not have an alternate way to get to the appointment. Services are provided utilizing volunteers, regional transporters and public resources.
Charlotte White Support Services: Provides housing, counseling, community support and developmental training to persons with mental illnesses and cognitive and intellectual disabilities. Also provides behavior intervention, case management, and training to children with disabilities.
NTEE category: Housing & Shelter
Secondary category: Food, Agriculture & Nutrition