CareerCenter at Portland

Business Answers online exists to make it easier to start and conduct business in the State of Maine. You can also call 1-800-872-3838. This is your one stop for getting assistance with a variety of business services.

CA$H Greater Portland have heldped 2738 households save more than $400,000 in income tax filing fees by preparing income taxes for free. They are seeking volunteers for the 2010 tax preparation season. They will provide free training, that will allow you to become an IRS certified Tax Preparer, CA$H certified Financial Coach, or Greeter. To Volunteer conact CA$H Greater Portland by calling 874-1000 x 326, or for more information go to: www.cashgp.org

With the NextGen® plan's menu of investment options, you have the flexibility to choose an investing strategy that makes sense for your individual situation. Whether you are investing for the future education of a newborn child or saving for your own graduate school needs, the NextGen plan offers a number of investment alternatives for you - from more conservative to aggressive.

METRO provides fixed route bus service to Portland, Westbrook, South Portland (Maine Mall area) and Falmouth Crossing (Banknorth) areas.

Worried About Foreclosure? If you feel like you may be in danger of facing foreclosure, the time to call 888-995-HOPE is now - Homeowner's HOPE™, a counseling service provided by the Homeownership Preservation Foundation, can work with you to find a solution. The sooner you call, the sooner you can regain your peace of mind. Remember, you're not alone. Millions of people across the United States have trouble with their mortgage every year. Since 2002, our counselors have provided advice and education to more than 205,000 homeowners.

We Can Help Through our 888-995-HOPE hotline, the Homeownership Preservation Foundation has a single mission: to help homeowners avoid foreclosure. We are an independent nonprofit that provides HUD-approved counselors dedicated to helping homeowners.

The help we offer is free.

This organization has been providing assistance to Maine people who are struggling with the following issues:Mental illness, and Substance abuse issues. This link will connect you to 211 their resource guide to a variety of social service program information. This database includes statewide assistance program information for a wide range of services available to assist Mainers.

For Cumberland County, contact the Peoples Regional Opportunity Program (PROP) by calling 874-1140. In York County contact York County Community Action Corp. by calling 324-5762. Be prepared to bring the following information when scheduled for an appointment:

1.Names and Social Security numbers of all people living in the household.

2.Proof of gross household income for the last 3 or 12 months (wages, Soc. Security, Unemployment, pension and disability payments).

3.Proof of current address (rent receipt, lease, deed, or property tax bill).

4.Recent copies of energy and utility bills.

For those who do not qualify for LIHEAP funds, you may be able to receive assistance through MaineHousing, your town government, and local charities if it is an emergency situation.

PLEASE NOTE: Due to large number of applicants, it is better to apply sooner rather than later!

Portland Adult Education operates 52 weeks of the year, Monday through Friday, in sites throughout the city. The two major locations are at 150 Ocean Avenue 775-0432, which directs the Vocational and Community Life Programs, and 57 Douglass Street 874-8155, which directs the Academic Program.

The Lakes Region Jobs Transition Netowrk will be holding its first meeting August 13, 2009 at 2pm. It will be held at the Parish Hall of the North Windham Union Church on Route 302 near Amato's. Meetings will be held the second and forth Thursdays of each month. Open to all area residents.

Women, Work, and Community is committed to improving the economic lives of Maine women and their families. We work with women "where they are" and provide them with support, guidance, and the tools they need to take the next steps toward a more promising future. We provide training, advocacy and assistance in four program areas:

Workforce development, including career planning, employment, retention and advancement in jobs that pay a living wage; and access to education and skills training; Microenterprise development, including business plan development, start-up support and coaching, access to credit through a micro-loan fund, and linkages to on-going technical assistance; Asset development through a matched saving program, car and computer donations, and training in money management; Leadership development, including a curriculum that explores the workings of the local economy, women's roles in building community, and opportunities to practice leadership; a legislative awareness day, conferences, and outdoor adventure challenges.

EMPLOYERS RECRUITING AT THE PORTLAND CAREERCENTER