Welcome
The Town of Wells Committee for Veteran’s Affairs is committed to supporting our local veterans and their families by sharing helpful resources at the town, state, and federal levels. Whether you're looking for benefits assistance, recreational opportunities, housing, or just community support — we’re here to help.
Town of Wells Resources
Town of Wells General Assistance
Provides financial help to veterans in emergency situations.
Town Hall, 208 Sanford Road, Wells, ME
Phone: (207) 646-5113
Website: Town of Wells GA Program
Wells Public Library – Veterans Information
Offers local support, event postings, and free access to computers for benefit applications and job searches.
1434 Post Road, Wells, ME
Website: Wells Public Library
State of Maine Resources
Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services
Comprehensive guide to state and federal benefits, including education, healthcare, and burial benefits.
Website: maine.gov/veterans
Property Tax Exemption
Veterans who meet certain qualifications may receive a $6,000 property tax exemption.
Website: Property Tax Relief Programs
Lifetime Maine State Park Pass for Veterans
Free admission to state parks for qualifying veterans.
Website: Park Pass Application
Local and Regional Resources
York County Veterans Assistance Office
Benefits counseling and claims assistance.
283 Main Street, Sanford, ME 03871
Phone: 207-354-8000
Website: York County VA Resources
Southern Maine VA Clinic – Portland
Primary care and mental health services for veterans.
141 West Commercial Street, Portland, ME 04102-3905
Phone: 877-421-8263
Website: VA Portland Clinic
American Legion Post 143 – Kennebunkport
Veterans events, support, and community programs.
Phone: (207) 967-2400
Federal Services
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Benefits, healthcare, education, burial, and more.
Website: va.gov
VA Mental Health Services
Immediate help and counseling services.
Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1
Website: VA Mental Health
Regional & Retirement Resources
Retirement Services Office – Fort Drum, NY
Support for retired Army personnel.
Website: Fort Drum RSO
Veterans Upward Bound – University of Southern Maine
Free college prep services for veterans.
Website: usm.maine.edu/veterans-upward-bound
Operation ReBoot Outdoors (Maine-Based)
Connects veterans with outdoor adventures for healing and camaraderie.
Website: operationrebootoutdoors.org
Additional Resources
Military Lodging & Recreation Options
Shades of Green at Disney World – Affordable hotel for military and veterans (January and September access for DD214 holders).
Website: shadesofgreen.org
Hale Koa Hotel – Waikiki, Hawaii – Beachfront resort for eligible veterans.
Website: halekoa.com
Blakeslee Air Force Recreation Area – North Carolina – Lodging from camping to four-bedroom cottages.
Website: sjfss.com/blakeslee
Destin Army Recreation Area – Florida – RV sites, villas, and marina access.
Website: moore.armymwr.com/destin
Military Campgrounds Directory – Options throughout the country.
Website: militarycampgrounds.us