New Hope for Women offers support to people in Sagadahoc, Lincoln, Knox and Waldo Counties affected by domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking, and provides educational resources to assist our communities in creating a safer and healthier future.
Direct Services
To assist women, men, their children, friends, family, and all people affected by domestic and dating violence, we offer the following services;
- 24-Hour Domestic Abuse Hotline
- Emergency Shelter
- Transitional Housing
- Advocacy
- Support Groups
- Legal Information / Court Advocacy
- Time for Change: Certified Batterer Intervention Program
- Referrals
Prevention Services
To aid in educating our community, providing awareness, and preventing domestic and dating violence, we offer the following prevention services;
News & Press Releases
- Maine woman investigating how to lessen domestic violence at the hands of war-scarred veterans
- Posted: 05/20/2013
FARMINGTON, Maine — The challenge of domestic violence is an issue of concern for the state. It’s also one that affects veterans, according to Dovey Balsam of Industry, who spent...
- Domestic violence victims, veterans to receive housing aid preference
- Posted: 04/01/2013
AUGUSTA, Maine — The Maine State Housing Authority has approved a policy that will give victims of domestic violence and veterans a step up when it comes to securing Section...