Recovery is for everyone.
The Maine Recovery Access Project (ME-RAP) is a grassroots recovery community organization led by people with lived and living experience of substance use and recovery—including family members and allies.
At the heart of ME-RAP’s work is a “listening-first” approach that ensures individuals with lived and living experience are central to shaping the programs, services, and policies that impact them. ME-RAP believes that sustainable change is only possible when solutions are driven by the voices of those most affected. By actively listening to communities, we foster collaborative, participant-centered solutions that respond to real-world needs.
Rooted in the longstanding principles of both the recovery and harm reduction movements, ME-RAP is committed to supporting all pathways of recovery. This core value shapes everything we do—our organization, our programs, our leadership, and the Access Center.
Everyone is welcome here.
Our Statewide Work.
Community Clean Ups.
To give back to the communities that have given us so much, we organize community cleanup events, enhancing the beauty of local parks, streets, and neighborhoods through dedicated days of service.
Access Center.
A Recovery Community Center in Augusta, Maine.
Recovery Support & Special Events
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Drop In Support
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After 5 PM, we ask that everyone in the Center be involved in a recovery-supportive activity to help maintain a focused and respectful environment for all. This could include attending a meeting, working with a recovery coach, step work, volunteering, or participating in another recovery support service. Please see our calendar for a full schedule.
Drop-in support includes showers, storage, harm reduction services, connection to treatment and recovery coaching, and a space to rest, care for yourself, and build community. We will also be hosting community resources onsite, including the Health on Wheels bus, trainings, recovery support meetings and other supportive services. Please see our calendar for a full schedule.
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Prosocial Events, Community Service, & More!
We host a robust calendar of recovery support meetings, pro-social and community-building events, as well as volunteer service days—all activities that foster connection, healing, and joy in recovery.
Our recovery meeting schedule includes a wide range of peer-led options to meet people where they are: AA and NA meetings, All Recovery groups, the signature Thursday Night Thunder, and Youth Caucus gatherings designed specifically for young people. These meetings create safe, welcoming spaces for sharing experience, strength, and hope—and help build a strong foundation for long-term recovery. Don't see something you want? You can host a meeting! Reach out!
Additionally, we host pro-social events! From family-style community dinners and movie nights to holiday celebrations, and neighborhood cleanups, our events are designed to reduce isolation, rebuild social skills, and reconnect individuals to purpose. Whether you're diving into a gardening club project, joining our Fourth of July parade crew, or dancing at a Recovery Month celebration, there's a place for you here.
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6pm All Recovery Meeting
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8am CDC Harm Reduction Study!
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1pm 🎃🍂 CODC Gratitude Gathering
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If you're interested in a meeting or event and want to learn more, just click on the event in the calendar for details like the address and other info. Not sure how to use it? Give us a call at (207) 248-6033—we’re happy to help!
Access Center Programs.
Volunteer Program
The Access Center runs on the energy and heart of our volunteers! Whether it’s greeting folks at the front desk, tidying up the Center and outdoor space, hosting a meeting, or helping plan an event—there’s always a way to get involved. Reach out and lend a hand—we’d love to have you on the team!
Recovery Meetings
The Access Center hosts peer-led recovery support meetings, such as 12-Step and YPR All Recovery meetings. We also provide recovery coaching to support individuals in creating recovery support plans.
Referral to Treatment
The Access Center works in collaboration with various providers throughout Maine to connect individuals with substance use treatment services. We can support you with finding outpatient treatment, medication assisted treatment, detox, rehab, and more. Just stop by or give us a call!
Youth Caucus
The Access Center hosts the Kennebec Youth Caucus, a group of young people affected by substance use who develop community impact projects aimed at improving their communities. Learn more about the caucus below!
Community Clean Ups
The Access Center organizes community cleanup events to improve the beauty of Augusta's parks, streets, and neighborhoods, including offering on-call community syringe disposal services and on-site exchange.
Daytime Drop In Center
The Access Center serves as a daytime drop-in space where everyone is welcome to come inside, warm up in the winter, and cool down in the summer. In collaboration with local partners, we provide a safe, welcoming environment during the day—offering relief from extreme temperatures and a place to rest, recharge, and connect with support. Feel free to stop by! We also have coffee!
Showers, Personal Storage, and Mail
The Access Center offers essential services to meet basic needs with dignity. Participants have access to onsite showers and personal storage space, creating a safe and reliable place to care for themselves and their belongings. Additionally, individuals can use the Access Center as their mailing address—staff collect and securely store incoming mail, distributing it to participants the next time they stop by. Feel free to stop by and sign up today!
Housing & Employment Navigation
The Access Center provides personalized housing and employment navigation to help individuals take the next steps toward stability and independence. We work one-on-one to support people in finding safe, stable housing and connecting with meaningful job opportunities. Whether it’s help with applications, accessing resources, or building a plan, we’re here to walk alongside each person on their journey.
Harm Reduction Services
The Access Center offers comprehensive harm reduction and support services for people who use drugs. This includes a syringe disposal program, naloxone distribution, and overdose response training. We also provide on-site HIV and Hep C testing, with referrals to treatment if needed. Stop by or give us a call—we’re here for you.
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