There are currently four Extension Homemaker groups in Hancock County, covering the areas of Duck Cove (Bucksport area), East Surry (Ellsworth area), Orland, and Otis/Mariaville. We also have a growing number of independent members, who take part in educational programs and workshops, but do not participate in a local community group.

Representatives from each local Extension Homemaker group participate at monthly county-wide Advisory Committee meetings. They develop a yearly program plan based upon needs and interests of local members.

Joining an Extension Homemaker group offers you an opportunity to learn with others, make new friends, and improve your community, state, and country. You can broaden your perspective and gain leadership skills and confidence to share your interests and talents with others.

Members pay dues of $3.50 per year to support the county and Maine Extension Homemakers organization. Groups may solicit additional fees or conduct fundraisers to defray program expenses. Members also donate spare change at meetings for the state "Coins for Caring" fund. Each year this money is given to a Maine organization chosen by members from options recommended by the Maine Extension Homemakers Council.

If you are interested in learning more about Extension Homemakers groups in Hancock County, please contact:

University of Maine Cooperative Extension Hancock County
63 Boggy Brook Road, Ellsworth, Maine 04605
(207) 667-8212 or 1-800-287-1479 (in Maine)
E-mail: ceshnk@umext.maine.edu