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Housing resources around Waterville
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.