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Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Martin Heinrich (D-NM) Introduce Two-Generation Economic Empowerment Act

Bipartisan Legislation Addresses Poverty in America and Increases Opportunities for Families; Investing in Children and Parents Concurrently Harnesses Family's Full Potential and Promotes Economic Mobility Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Martin Heinrich (D-NM) introduced the Two-Generation Economic Empowerment Act to increase opportunities for families living in poverty. The bipartisan bill aligns and links existing systems and funding streams to target both parents and children with support aimed at increasing economic security, educational success, social capital, and the health and wellbeing of whole families.   “Millions of American families are living below the poverty line, and the prolonged [...]

Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Martin Heinrich (D-NM) Introduce Two-Generation Economic Empowerment Act2022-03-29T09:17:33-04:00

Summary Report on Older Women and Economic Security

The Economic Security of Older Women in Maine: 2022 Data Report provides a snapshot of how women compare to men on measures such as wages and income, caregiving status, living arrangements, and rates of disability—factors that can impact Maine women's ability to meet their needs with the resources they have. The report, compiled by the Cutler Institute of Health and Social Policy, informs an initiative led by the Maine Women's Lobby Education Fund and the Maine Council on Aging to identify gaps and pathways to support the health and economic security of older Maine women and all Mainers, now and in [...]

Summary Report on Older Women and Economic Security2022-03-10T11:31:55-05:00

Cinderella Project Prom Dress Giveaway!

Waldo Community Action Partners is thrilled to host a masked-ball version of The Cinderella Project prom dress giveaway this year! Bring your mask, one friend, and get ready to choose among hundreds of beautiful gowns. Our fairy godmothers can't wait to meet you! The event will be on Saturday, April 9th between 9am and 4:30pm at the Wentworth Event Center in Belfast. Register online: https://calendly.com/waldocap/cinderella-project We are also offering limited appointments on Friday, April 8th between 4 and 8pm. Register here for a Friday appointment: https://calendly.com/waldocap/the-cinderella-project-friday

Cinderella Project Prom Dress Giveaway!2022-03-07T16:44:32-05:00

WCAP Office CLOSED February 25, 2022

Please note that due to inclement weather, Waldo CAP offices will be closed on Friday, February 25. We apologize for any inconvenience and plan to re-open on Monday February 28. Please be safe, and have a great weekend.

WCAP Office CLOSED February 25, 20222022-02-24T22:07:50-05:00

Transportation Services Cancelled Friday 2/25/22

Due to the expectation of inclement weather, all MCC MaineCare and Public Transportation Services are cancelled on Friday February 25, 2022, with the exception of dialysis and other urgent needs. Please contact us at 1-855-930-7900 to reschedule.   Thank you and please be safe.

Transportation Services Cancelled Friday 2/25/222022-02-24T10:55:09-05:00

The Kindness that Keeps Waldo Warm

Last month, a generous individual donated $6,000 to our 'Keep Waldo Warm' fund in memory of Tanya Hubbard. Our 'Keep Waldo Warm' fund provides heating assistance to those in need throughout Waldo County, which was a cause near and dear to Tanya's heart. In fact, just four years before she lost her battle with cancer in 2016, Tanya started a campaign and raised more than $11,000 to buy heating oil for needy families. This project began when the longtime Mount View High School teacher overheard an elderly woman asking a pharmacist to cut her pills in half, telling him that she [...]

The Kindness that Keeps Waldo Warm2022-02-22T15:44:35-05:00

Non-Emergency Transportation Services Cancelled for Tuesday 2/7/22

Please note that due to the expectation of inclement weather, all MCC and Maine Care Transportation Services, except for dialysis and other urgent needs, have been cancelled for Tuesday, February 8, 2022. Please contact us at 855-930-7900 to re-schedule. Thank you.

Non-Emergency Transportation Services Cancelled for Tuesday 2/7/222022-02-07T14:42:17-05:00
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