Housing
Housing is more than a roof over your head. It’s a place to make memories, feel safe, laugh and cry. It’s shelter from the rain and comfort when times are hard. If you don’t have a stable place to call home, it can be hard to focus on anything else in your life. Whatever is in your way, there are resources to help here in Maine.
I want someone to help me figure it out:
MaineHousing Housing Navigators
You can work with a navigator to find an apartment or house, connect you with landlords, fill out forms, and more.
McKinney-Vento Liaisons
If your family is having a hard time with housing and you have a child in public school, there’s someone at their school who can provide support.
I want to find housing or shelter:
MaineHousingSearch
You can search these listings of available rentals in Maine. You can also find tools to help you calculate how much rent you can afford and compare renting to buying.
Emergency Shelters
If you need immediate housing, MaineHousing has a list of emergency shelters across the state. There are family shelters available and shelters for victims of domestic violence.
I want help paying for my housing or utilities:
Rental and Energy Assistance Programs
You can apply for support paying for rent, heating your home, and paying electric bills.
General Assistance
You may be able to get support from your city or town to help pay for basic needs, including rent, fuel & utilities, and household items.
I want to know what else is out there:
211 Maine
If you don’t see what you need here or want to explore other options, you can get free, confidential information and support 24/7.
Be There for ME is for all parents and caregivers in Maine, and the people who support them. Finding support can be hard and take time. Make that first step today, even if you’re not sure where to go. The resources on this website are judgement-free places to start to find support.
