Access Center.

A Recovery Community Center in Augusta, Maine.

recovery support meetings,

Prosocial Events,

Community Service,

& More!

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We host a robust calendar of weekly 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 NA Meeting

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1pm 🎨 Egg Painting at the Access Center

6pm All Recovery Meeting

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1pm 🐰🥚 Easter Egg Hunt at the Access Center

5:30pm Kennebec Youth Meeting (Augusta, Maine)

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1pm 🎉 Bingo at the Access Center

6pm Thursday Night Thunder

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1pm AC Birthday Party Planning!

2:30pm Washington County Youth Group (Machias, Maine)

5pm Recovery Night Event: Corn Hole

7:30pm NA Meeting

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12pm Jaywalkin' On Water St

1:30pm True Identity: CODA Meeting

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12pm What is Safe Spot?! A Lunch & Learn with ME-RAP

6pm NA Meeting

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6pm All Recovery Meeting

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5:30pm Kennebec Youth Meeting (Augusta, Maine)

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12pm 🚐💙 Health on Wheels

6pm Thursday Night Thunder

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2:30pm Washington County Youth Group (Machias, Maine)

5pm ✨ Recovery Night: Laser Tag

7:30pm NA Meeting

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12pm Jaywalkin' On Water St

1:30pm True Identity: CODA Meeting

3pm 🌎🧹 Community Clean-Up

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6pm NA Meeting

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6pm All Recovery Meeting

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1pm 🎉 Bingo at the Access Center

5:30pm Kennebec Youth Meeting (Augusta, Maine)

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1pm Project Door Step Prep

6pm Thursday Night Thunder

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2:30pm Washington County Youth Group (Machias, Maine)

5pm Recovery Night: 🎉 Bingo

7:30pm NA Meeting

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12pm Jaywalkin' On Water St

1:30pm True Identity: CODA Meeting

3pm Spring Clean & BBQ

5:30pm Recovery Paint N' Snack

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All Center Programs Closed (Except Meetings)

6pm NA Meeting

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All Center Programs Closed (Except Meetings)

6pm All Recovery Meeting

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All Center Programs Closed (Except Meetings)

5:30pm Kennebec Youth Meeting (Augusta, Maine)

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All Center Programs Closed (Except Meetings)

6pm Thursday Night Thunder

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10am Meditation With Misha🧘 🧘‍♂️🕯️🍃

12pm Foundational Friday - Hepatitis C 101

2:30pm Washington County Youth Group (Machias, Maine)

5pm Tie Dye Socks Recovery Night 👣🎨

7:30pm NA Meeting

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12pm Jaywalkin' On Water St

1:30pm True Identity: CODA Meeting

5:30pm Recovery Paint N' Snack

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6pm NA Meeting

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1pm 🎉 Bingo at the Access Center

6pm All Recovery Meeting

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1pm 🎲 Game Day

5:30pm Kennebec Youth Meeting (Augusta, Maine)

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1pm 🌎🧹 Community Clean-Up

6pm Thursday Night Thunder

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10am Meditation With Misha🧘 🧘‍♂️🕯️🍃

2:30pm Washington County Youth Group (Machias, Maine)

5pm ♠️♥️ Recovery Night: Casino Night! ♣️♦️

7:30pm NA Meeting

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12pm Jaywalkin' On Water St

1:30pm True Identity: CODA Meeting

3pm Project Doorstep Canvas

5:30pm Recovery Paint N' Snack

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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 syringe exchange, safe disposal, 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.

ACCESS CENTER IMPACT

250

DAYS

780

UNIQUE INDIVIDUALS SERVED

82

PEOPLE LINKED TO TREATMENT OR HOUSING

10,838

REFERRALS MADE

2933

RECOVERY MEETING ATTENDEES

302

RECOVERY MEETINGS

22,394

SYRINGES COLLECTED

3,577

BOXES OF NALOXONE DISTRIBUTED

36

PHONES AND PHONE CARDS

660

HYGIENE KITS

646

SHOWERS

10,635

TOTAL CENTER DROP INS

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