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Housing resources around Lewiston
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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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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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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.