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Lifespan Opportunities in Washington and Hancock Counties

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Help DCP to Help Others

DCP brings community resources together to help people in Washington and Hancock counties achieve self-sufficiency and a better quality of life. Our Housing department helps people maintain safe, affordable, energy-efficient housing. Our Transportation department staff travels over a million miles each year, helping people get to medical appointments, senior food programs and other important services.  Friendship Cottage in Blue Hill offers an Adult Day Service Program. Our Energy Services department provides a variety of services to prevent hunger, hypothermia, and homelessness. At Home provides services to assist older adults aging in place. Everybody Eats! provides a free community meal each week to Ellsworth area residents. Our Early Care and Education programs provides Head Start, Early Head Start, Pre-K and Childcare services to local families. Our Supportive Services department provides support to individuals and families working to make changes in their lives.  Nurse Bridging and Maternal and Child Health services provide caring nurse support to families with infants and small children.

Donation Options

  • Donate Online

    Make a secure, one-time or recurring donation using your credit card, wallet, or bank account (direct debit). You can choose the DCP program you’d like to support or donate to the general fund.

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  • Donate by Mail

    If you prefer to send us a donation by check or credit card through the mail, simply fill out our donation form listed on our Resources page under Donate & Volunteer and mail it to us. 

  • Donate Stocks

    Donating stocks, bonds and mutual funds is an easy way to support DCP and our programs. Please check with your broker or financial advisor before making this choice. Send your inquiry to Sharon Catus: sharon.catus@dcpcap.org. Thank you for your generosity.

  • Donate a Legacy Gift

    Your legacy gift to DCP makes an impact beyond your lifetime. To access our Planned Giving Letter of Intent, visit the Resources page of our website.  If you would like to set up an appointment to discuss options for giving to DCP, including legacy giving, email Joe Connors: joe.connors@dcpcap.org  or contact the Development Office at 207-610-5944.

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