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Housing resources around Augusta

Local listings and statewide options. Contact the organization before visiting.

• Shelters

  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.

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• Rental help

  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.

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• Rental help

  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.

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• Rental help

  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.

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• Free Legal Aid

  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.

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• Veterans Housing Assistance

  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.

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