A place to stay,
a way forward.
Find emergency shelters, rental assistance, housing navigation, and help staying in your home across Maine.
Find housing help near you
Housing resources
Choose a town to narrow your options.
No local matches here yet.
This doesn’t mean help isn’t available. Try all support, explore another town, or use the help below.
Call 211 Maine-
Portland Homeless Services Center
654 Riverside St, Portland, ME 04103
Emergency shelter for adults in Portland, with meals, on-site healthcare and help finding housing.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Shelter operates 24/7. Call to confirm intake arrangements.
- Who this helps
- For adults experiencing homelessness.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Florence House
190 Valley St, Portland, ME 04102
Emergency shelter and permanent supportive housing for women experiencing homelessness. 24-hour staffing, low-barrier access. Call at 1:00 PM to check bed availability. No waiting list.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- 24 hours, 365 days a year
- Who this helps
- Open to adult women (age 21 and older) who identify as female and are experiencing homelessness. The facility is low-barrier. Florence House does not take referrals from providers and does not maintain a waiting list for emergency beds.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Avesta Housing
307 Cumberland Ave, Portland, ME 04101
Northern New England's largest nonprofit affordable housing provider with 3,200+ apartments across 100+ properties. Applications accepted for waitlist. Also offers housing counseling and homebuyer education.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon/Wed/Fri 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (walk-in); Tue/Thu by appointment
- Who this helps
- Eligibility varies by property. Generally, household income must be at or below 50-80% of the area Median Family Income (set by HUD). Some properties are restricted to residents age 62+ or individuals with disabilities. Avesta serves residents across Maine and New Hampshire.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Lewiston Housing
1 College St, Lewiston, ME 04240
Manages public housing and Section 8 vouchers in Lewiston. Over 700 affordable housing units for low-income families, elderly, and disabled residents. Applications accepted for waitlist.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
- Who this helps
- Eligibility based on household income at or below HUD income limits for Androscoggin County. Open to families, elderly (62+), and disabled applicants. Applications are waitlisted.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Safe Voices
Confidential Location (Lewiston-Auburn area)
Emergency shelter and comprehensive services for survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. 24-hour hotline, confidential shelter, legal advocacy, children's programs, and support groups serving Androscoggin, Franklin, and Oxford counties.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- 24-hour hotline: 1-800-559-2927
- Who this helps
- Open to anyone experiencing domestic violence, dating violence, or stalking in Androscoggin, Franklin, or Oxford counties. Services are free and confidential. No income requirements.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Shaw House Youth Shelter
136 Union St, Bangor, ME 04401
Emergency shelter for youth ages 10-20. The only youth shelter serving northern Maine's five counties. 24-hour safe haven with meals, case management, and transitional living program.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Shelter 7 PM - 8 AM; Day program 8 AM - 7 PM
- Who this helps
- Youth ages 10 through 20 who are currently experiencing homelessness or are at risk of becoming homeless. Shaw House is low-barrier and operates as a 24-hour safe haven.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Bangor Area Homeless Shelter
263 Main St, Bangor, ME 04401
Emergency shelter for sober adults in greater Bangor. 38+ beds, free daily lunch at noon, food pantry, day program, and connections to housing and employment resources.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Day program 8 AM - 4 PM; Lunch at noon; Call for intake
- Who this helps
- Sober adults age 18 and older. Guests must be clean and sober from drugs, medical marijuana, and alcohol for at least 24 hours. The shelter cannot accept minors. Beds are first-come, first-served and cannot be reserved by phone.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
New Beginnings
134 College Street, Lewiston, ME 04240
Maine's only licensed 24-hour emergency shelter for youth ages 10-20. Also offers transitional housing for ages 16-21, street outreach, and a drop-in center with meals, showers, and case management.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- 24-hour shelter always open. Drop-in: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
- Who this helps
- Youth ages 10-20 for shelter. Ages 16-21 for transitional living. Ages 14-21 for drop-in.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Preble Street Hope House
179 Corporate Dr, Bangor, ME 04401
Low-barrier 56-bed emergency shelter with free meals 7 days a week. Case management, housing navigation, clothing, and laundry. No sobriety or ID requirements.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Open 24/7; meals served daily
- Who this helps
- Open to anyone in need. Low-barrier, no sobriety or ID requirements.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Bread of Life Emergency Shelter
155 Hospital Street, Augusta, ME 04330
Emergency shelter for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Structured program with case management to help residents work toward permanent housing and employment.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Open 24/7
- Who this helps
- Individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Seeds of Hope Neighborhood Center
35 South St, Biddeford, ME 04005
Neighborhood center addressing housing and food insecurity. Free meals, showers, computer access, help obtaining IDs, and resource coordination. Partners with city to house unhoused individuals.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8:30am-11am (meals 9am-1pm)
- Who this helps
- Anyone in need. No ID or documentation required.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
City of Biddeford General Assistance
205 Main St, Biddeford, ME 04005
City program providing emergency help with rent, utilities, food, and basic necessities for eligible Biddeford residents. Also has a social worker for unhoused residents.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri business hours (call for appointment)
- Who this helps
- Biddeford residents unable to meet basic necessities. Income and resource eligibility applies.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Emmaus Homeless Shelter
51 Main St, Ellsworth, ME 04605
25-bed emergency shelter open 24/7, 365 days. Serves single men, women, and families. Also runs a food pantry, clothing closet, and free produce distribution for the community.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Shelter: 24/7. Pantry: Mon-Fri 10am-2pm, Sat 9-11am. Clothing: Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat 10am-2pm
- Who this helps
- Adults 18+ in Hancock County experiencing homelessness. Food pantry and clothing open to anyone.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Portland Housing Authority
970 Baxter Boulevard, 3rd Floor, Portland, ME 04103
Administers Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and public housing for low-income families, elderly, and disabled residents. Manages nearly 2,000 vouchers and multiple housing developments across Portland.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Household income must be at or below 50% of the Area Median Income based on family size. Must have U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Community Housing of Maine (CHOM)
1 City Center, 4th Floor, Portland, ME 04101
Maine's largest supportive housing provider, developing and maintaining over 1,025 units of affordable housing for people experiencing homelessness, veterans, working families, and older Mainers.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Eligibility varies by property and program. Generally serves low-income individuals and families, people experiencing homelessness, veterans, and those with special needs.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Shalom House
106 Gilman Street, Portland, ME 04102
Provides supportive housing and community-based mental health services for adults living with severe mental illness. Owns and operates 26 buildings including group homes, rooming houses, and apartments.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Serves adults with severe and persistent mental illness. Referrals typically come through Maine behavioral health system, hospitals, or other service providers.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Catholic Charities Maine Refugee & Immigration Services
80 Sherman Street, Portland, ME 04101
Maine's only authorized refugee resettlement agency, providing housing placement, English language training, employment assistance, and case management for refugees and asylum seekers arriving in Portland.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
- Who this helps
- Serves refugees referred through the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program, granted asylees, and asylum seekers in the Portland area. No immigration status documentation required for initial contact.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Catholic Charities Maine - Refugee & Immigration Services
27 Pine Street, Lewiston, ME 04240
Provides case management, employment services, English language instruction, and immigration legal assistance to refugees, immigrants, and asylees in the Lewiston area.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Refugees, asylees, immigrants, and secondary migrants. Case management available for up to 60 months from date of U.S. arrival. No ID required for initial consultation.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Augusta Housing Authority
1 Weston Court, Suite 203B, Augusta, ME 04330
Provides Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) and affordable housing assistance for low-income families in Augusta. Helps residents find and maintain safe, decent, affordable housing.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Walk-in: Tue & Thu 8:30 AM - 11:00 AM; other times by appointment
- Who this helps
- Must meet HUD income limits for low, very low, or extremely-low income households. Income verification and background checks required. Waitlist may apply.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
KVCAP Housing Services
225 Western Avenue, Suite 2, Augusta, ME 04330
Provides housing stabilization, homelessness prevention, home repair, weatherization, and homebuyer education for low-income residents of Kennebec and Somerset counties.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
- Who this helps
- Must reside in Kennebec, Somerset, Lincoln, or Sagadahoc counties. Most programs require income at or below 250% of the federal poverty level.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
YCCAC Housing Services
357 Elm St, Biddeford, ME 04005
HUD-certified housing counselors provide guidance on homeownership stability, foreclosure prevention, and home repair grants. Also assists with weatherization upgrades and connects residents to Section 8 and other housing programs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
- Who this helps
- York County residents meeting income guidelines. Low-to-moderate income homeowners and renters are eligible for most programs.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Families First Community Center
41 North Street, Ellsworth, ME 04605
Transitional housing program for homeless families with minor children in Hancock and Washington Counties. Provides 12-24 months of supported housing plus life skills training, case management, and childcare.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Wed 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM, Fri 11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
- Who this helps
- Families with at least one minor child who are experiencing homelessness in Hancock or Washington Counties. Contact the manager for referral and intake process.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Ellsworth General Assistance
1 City Hall Plaza, Ellsworth, ME 04605
City-run safety net program providing emergency assistance with rent, heating fuel, electricity, food, and other basic necessities for Ellsworth residents who have no other resources.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM (by appointment)
- Who this helps
- Must be a current Ellsworth resident. Must demonstrate inability to meet basic needs and have exhausted other resources.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Hancock County Habitat for Humanity
218 Downeast Highway, Ellsworth, ME 04605
Builds affordable homes and provides homeownership opportunities for Hancock County families earning 30-80% of area median income. Also operates ReStore thrift shop selling donated building materials and furniture.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- ReStore: Wed 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Thu-Sat 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Homeownership Program: must demonstrate need for adequate housing, earn 30-80% of Area Median Income, contribute 250 hours of sweat equity, and have lived or worked in Hancock County for at least 6 months.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
MaineHousing
Statewide support
Maine's state housing authority administering Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, rental assistance, homeless services, and homebuyer programs. Connects low-income renters with subsidized housing statewide.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Eligibility varies by program. Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers are available to very low-income households (generally below 50% of area median income). Rental assistance programs have varying income limits. Apply online or call for specific program requirements.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Pine Tree Legal Assistance
Statewide support
Free civil legal help for low-income Mainers facing eviction, unsafe housing, benefits denials, and other legal problems. Offices in Portland, Lewiston, Bangor, Augusta, Machias, and Presque Isle.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call-in: Mon 12–2:30 PM, Tue & Thu 9–11:30 AM
- Who this helps
- Available to Maine residents with household income at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines (and below 125% after deductions like housing costs). No charge for services. Free interpreters available for non-English speakers.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Bangor Housing Authority
161 Davis Rd, Bangor, ME 04401
Administers approximately 500 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and provides affordable housing apartments for low-to-moderate income households in Bangor, Hermon, Hampden, Glenburn, and Veazie.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Who this helps
- Section 8 vouchers are available to very low-income households (generally below 50% of area median income). Public housing applications are income-based. Apply by phone or online. Waitlist times vary.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Preble Street Veterans Housing Services
Statewide support
Helps veterans and their families find and maintain stable housing across all 16 Maine counties. Offices in Portland, Lewiston, and Bangor. Provides housing search assistance, rapid re-housing, and ongoing case management.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Available to veterans and their families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Serves all 16 Maine counties. Military/veteran documentation helpful but call even if you don't have documents. Staff can help verify status.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Healthy Acadia Housing Support
Washington County, call for intake
Housing navigation for people who are unhoused or at risk. Emergency shelter placement, sleeping bags/tents, and recovery housing for women in Machias.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call for intake
- Who this helps
- People who are unhoused or at risk of homelessness in Washington or Hancock County.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
ACAP Housing & Weatherization Services
11 Church Street, Calais, ME 04619
Weatherization, home repair, heating system replacement, and housing counseling for low-income Washington County residents. Took over services from Downeast Community Partners in October 2025.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- By appointment
- Who this helps
- Income-eligible Washington County residents. Contact for specific program requirements.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Mid-Maine Homeless Shelter & Services
19 Colby Street, Waterville, ME 04901
24/7 emergency shelter providing 48 beds for single men, women, and families experiencing homelessness. Offers meals, case management, and housing placement services.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Open 24/7, 365 days a year. Day shelter 8am-4pm Mon-Fri.
- Who this helps
- Individuals and families experiencing homelessness or at imminent risk of homelessness.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Homeworthy
169 Old County Road, Rockport, ME 04856
Comprehensive homeless services organization serving Midcoast Maine. Operates Hospitality House shelter, transitional living apartments for youth, and support services for adults, families, and youth.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call for current hours and availability
- Who this helps
- Adults, families, and youth experiencing or at risk of homelessness in the Midcoast Maine area.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Penquis Housing Services
262 Harlow Street, Bangor, ME 04402
Nonprofit community action agency serving Penobscot, Piscataquis, and Knox counties. Provides housing stability programs, fuel assistance, weatherization, and transportation services.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm
- Who this helps
- Low- and moderate-income individuals and families in Penobscot, Piscataquis, and Knox counties.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Waldo Community Action Partners - Housing
9 Field Street, Suite 201, Belfast, ME 04915
Community action agency serving Waldo County with housing assistance, fuel assistance, weatherization, Head Start, transportation, and nutrition programs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm
- Who this helps
- Waldo County residents. Income eligibility varies by program.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Penquis Housing & Energy - Dover-Foxcroft
50 North Street, Dover-Foxcroft, ME 04426
Housing assistance, affordable rental apartments, and transitional housing for low-income individuals and families in Piscataquis County. Also offers energy assistance and weatherization.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Toll-free: 1-800-215-4942
- Who this helps
- Low-income individuals and families in Piscataquis County.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Bangor
382 Harlow Street, Bangor, ME 04401
Affordable homeownership programs, critical home repairs, and neighborhood revitalization for low-income families in the Greater Bangor area. Has built 28 homes since 1989.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM; ReStore: Wed-Sat 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Must live or work in the Greater Bangor service area, demonstrate housing need, have ability to pay affordable mortgage, and contribute sweat equity hours.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
ACAP Housing & Energy Services
771 Main Street, Presque Isle, ME 04769
Housing assistance, energy programs, and weatherization services for low-income residents across Aroostook County. Also provides employment training and early childhood education.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Low-income individuals and families in Aroostook County. Income guidelines vary by program.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Auburn Housing Authority
20 Great Falls Plaza, Auburn, ME 04212
Public housing and Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers for low-income residents in Auburn.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
- Who this helps
- Low-income Auburn area residents. Apply for waitlist.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Bath Housing
520 Centre Street, Bath, ME 04530
Affordable housing and Section 8 vouchers for low-income residents in the Bath area.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
- Who this helps
- Low-income Bath area residents.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Brunswick Housing Authority
12 Stone Street, Brunswick, ME 04011
Public housing and Section 8 vouchers for Brunswick and Topsham residents.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
- Who this helps
- Low-income Brunswick/Topsham residents.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Caribou Housing Authority
25 High Street, Caribou, ME 04736
Affordable housing and Section 8 vouchers for Caribou area residents.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
- Who this helps
- Low-income Caribou area residents.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
MDI & Ellsworth Housing Authorities
80 Mount Desert Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Combined housing authority serving MDI and Ellsworth with public housing and Section 8 vouchers.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
- Who this helps
- Low-income MDI/Ellsworth residents.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Old Town Housing Authority
358 Main Street, Old Town, ME 04468
Public housing and Section 8 vouchers for Old Town residents.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
- Who this helps
- Low-income Old Town residents.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Sanford Housing Authority
17 School Street, Sanford, ME 04073
Public housing and Section 8 vouchers for Sanford and York County.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
- Who this helps
- Low-income Sanford area residents.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Waterville Housing Authority
88 Silver Street, Waterville, ME 04901
Public housing and Section 8 vouchers for Waterville residents.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Thu 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Fri 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Low-income Waterville residents.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Tedford Housing
65 Thomas Point Road, Brunswick, ME 04011
Emergency shelter for adults and families in the Midcoast region. Transitional housing, case management, and community support. Call ext. 104 for bed availability.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Office: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Shelter 24/7
- Who this helps
- Adults and families experiencing homelessness.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Portland
659 Warren Avenue, Portland, ME 04103
Builds affordable homes for Cumberland County families. Also operates a ReStore selling donated building materials at discount.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Families meeting income and willingness-to-partner criteria.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Bangor
378 Harlow Street, Bangor, ME 04401
Builds affordable homes in the Greater Bangor area. ReStore: (207) 992-0704.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Families meeting criteria.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Midcoast Habitat for Humanity
799 West Street, Rockport, ME 04856
Builds and repairs homes in Knox, Lincoln, Sagadahoc, and Waldo counties. 45+ homes built and 44+ repaired since 2010.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Families meeting criteria.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Habitat for Humanity of York County
123 York Street, Kennebunk, ME 04043
Builds affordable homes in York County. ReStore: Wed-Fri 12-4, Sat 10-4.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- ReStore: Wed-Fri 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM; Sat 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Who this helps
- York County families meeting criteria.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Waterville Area Habitat for Humanity
24 Silver Street, Waterville, ME 04901
Builds affordable homes in the Kennebec Valley area. ReStore: Tue-Sat 10 AM - 4 PM.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Tue-Sat 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Families meeting criteria.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Presque Isle Housing Authority
58 Birch St, Presque Isle, ME 04769
Public housing authority serving Presque Isle and surrounding areas. Provides affordable housing options including public housing units and Section 8 vouchers for income-eligible residents.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8AM-4:30PM
- Who this helps
- Low-income individuals and families. Income limits apply based on household size and HUD guidelines.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Rumford Group Homes Norway Family Center
25 Deering St, Norway, ME 04268
15-bed emergency shelter for women in Norway providing safe housing, case management, and support services. Helps residents work toward stable, permanent housing.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- 24/7 shelter; call for intake
- Who this helps
- Women experiencing homelessness or housing crisis in the Oxford Hills area. Call for intake screening and availability.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Community Concepts Housing Services
17 Market Square, South Paris, ME 04281
Housing assistance and counseling services for Oxford County residents. Helps with homelessness prevention, rental assistance, and homebuyer education through Community Concepts' South Paris office.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8AM-4:30PM
- Who this helps
- Residents of Oxford County. Income eligibility may apply for certain programs. Call or visit during office hours for an intake assessment.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
York County Shelter Programs
147 Shaker Hill Rd, Alfred, ME 04002
Emergency shelter serving all of York County with overnight housing, meals, and case management. Provides a safe place to stay for individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- 24/7 intake available
- Who this helps
- Adults and families experiencing homelessness in York County. Call ahead for intake availability.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
South Portland Housing Authority
100 Waterman Dr, Suite 101, South Portland, ME 04106
Manages affordable public housing units and Section 8 vouchers for low-income residents in South Portland. Provides stable, subsidized housing options for individuals and families.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8AM-4:30PM
- Who this helps
- Low-income individuals and families. Income limits apply. Waitlists may be in effect.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Westbrook Housing Authority
30 Liza Harmon Dr, Westbrook, ME 04092
Provides affordable public housing and rental assistance programs for low-income Westbrook residents. Manages housing developments and Section 8 vouchers.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8AM-4PM
- Who this helps
- Low-income individuals and families in Westbrook. Income limits apply. Waitlists may be in effect.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Biddeford Housing Authority
22 South St, Biddeford, ME 04005
Manages affordable public housing and Section 8 rental assistance for low-income residents in Biddeford. Serves individuals, families, and seniors.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8AM-4PM
- Who this helps
- Low-income individuals and families. Income limits apply. Waitlists may be in effect.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Shaw House
136 Union St, Bangor, ME 04401
Emergency shelter for homeless and at-risk youth under 21 in the Bangor area. Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with supportive services.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- 24/7
- Who this helps
- Youth under 21 who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, or in crisis.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Brewer Housing Authority
15 Colonial Circle Suite 1, Brewer, ME 04412
Public housing authority managing 154 units and 133 housing choice vouchers for low-income Brewer residents. Applications accepted for waitlist placement.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8AM-4:30PM
- Who this helps
- Low-income individuals and families meeting HUD income guidelines. Waitlist may apply.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
ACAP Housing Services - Milbridge
Corner Route 1 & Maple St, Milbridge, ME 04658
ACAP Milbridge office providing housing assistance, weatherization, and rental assistance for Washington County residents. Helps income-eligible households improve home energy efficiency and access affordable housing.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8AM-4:30PM
- Who this helps
- Income-eligible individuals and families in Washington County. Income limits based on federal poverty guidelines and household size.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Midcoast Maine Homeless Coalition
23 Mill Lane, Belfast, ME 04915
Transitional housing program for families experiencing homelessness in the midcoast region. Provides stable housing while families work toward permanent placement.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- By referral
- Who this helps
- Families experiencing homelessness in the midcoast Maine region. Referral required.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
H.O.M.E., Inc.
90 School House Road, Orland, ME 04472
Provides 53 emergency shelter spaces and 16 housing units throughout Hancock County. Also offers food assistance, a craft cooperative, sawmill, and employment programs. Founded in 1970, serving those who suffer most.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Business hours: Mon-Fri 8 AM - 4 PM; After-hours shelter: (207) 460-3234
- Who this helps
- Open to individuals and families experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity in the Hancock County area.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Ronald McDonald House Portland
250 Brackett Street, Portland, ME 04102
Free or low-cost lodging for families of seriously ill children receiving treatment at Maine Medical Center and Barbara Bush Children's Hospital.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- 24/7 for guest families; office Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Families of children up to age 21 receiving medical care at Maine Medical Center, Barbara Bush Children's Hospital, or other partner facilities. Referrals come from hospital social workers.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Hope Acts
14 Sherman Street, Portland, ME 04101
Transitional housing for asylum seekers at Hope House plus the Asylum Seeker Assistance Program and English language classes for immigrants in Portland.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Asylum seekers and immigrants in the Greater Portland area. Hope House residency is by referral and application.
Confirm details with the organization.
Listings may include nearby communities. Contact the organization to confirm its current location, hours, and who it serves.
A few questions before you go.
A quick call can help you find the right place and avoid an unnecessary trip.
Is there space for us?
Ask about current openings, check-in times, and whether the shelter can accommodate your household and pets.
Which application do I need?
Shelter, rental vouchers, and General Assistance have different application processes. Ask which fits your situation.
Can someone help me stay housed?
Mention an eviction notice, missed rent, or a shutoff notice when you call. Ask about housing navigation and legal referrals.