About 30 people gathered at the town gazebo Dec. 21 to honor Brett Staples and raise awareness about homelessness during National Homeless Persons Memorial Day.
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Feds rescind grant changes, but uncertainty lingers for Maine supportive housing programs
More than 1,000 disabled Mainers, including 70 in central Maine, could lose their housing if emergency relief is not provided by Jan. 1.
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Gathering in Livermore Falls to bring awareness to homelessness
The vigil will highlight winter hardships faced by people experiencing homelessness and honor the memory of Brett Staples.
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Gov. Mills, housing advocates say Trump administration cuts to homeless programs put hundreds at risk
Maine could lose $13.5 million in housing assistance funds, putting more than 1,200 currently in stable housing at risk, under new directives from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
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Are 40% of homeless people veterans? | Fact brief
The number of homeless veterans fell 8% nationwide between 2023 and 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Maine law introduced by Kennebunk senator addresses student homelessness
LD 384 went into effect on Sept. 24, granting Maine schools the ability to provide financial assistance for students experiencing a housing crisis.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Heat danger: Maine’s most vulnerable at risk from rising summer temps
Last summer was Maine’s hottest on record and data show the state is getting hotter.
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MaineHousing releases $2.5 million for Lewiston homeless shelter
The critical funding from MaineHousing was promised if shelter operator Kaydenz Kitchen proved by Aug. 1 it could sustain operations for the new shelter for at least two years.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Volunteers step up at Lewiston shelter after manager has stroke
Staffing problem at St. Martin de Porres? No problem. The community has it covered.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Former Lewiston funeral home chosen for 24-hour homeless shelter
The former Fortin Group funeral home on Horton Street is under contract by Kaydenz Kitchen, which will use the building for the region’s first 24-hour, low-barrier shelter.