Maine's Ombudsman

About this resource

What Is an Ombudsman?

An Ombudsman (a word from Swedish that means “helper” or “representative”) is someone who looks into complaints or concerns about how kids in foster care are being treated.

If you feel something isn’t right with a case or how someone is being treated in foster care, you can contact Maine’s Ombudsman to speak up.

How to Reach Out:

• Fill out a complaint form on the Maine Ombudsman website

• Email: [email protected]

• Call: 1-866-621-0758 or 207-213-4773

Important:

The Ombudsman can’t help in emergencies. If a child is in danger, call the Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-452-1999 or your local police right away.