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Find emergency shelters, rental assistance, housing navigation, and help staying in your home in or around South Paris.
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Housing resources around South Paris
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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.
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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.
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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.
Confirm details with the organization.
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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.
Confirm details with the organization.
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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.