Downeast Community Partners (formerly WHCA): 1-800-828-7544
Section 8 vouchers; weatherization assistance, home repairs, heating system repair, tank and pipe repair or replacement, utility pole connection help, and more. (please note: many of these services require that you have a current LIHEAP application on file with DCP).
Financial Coaching & Advice (DCP): 598-5657
Help with financial issues such as debt help and avoiding foreclosure. Services are free to anyone in Washington County regardless of income. This program is available through Downeast Community Partners. Call or email: joe.connors@downeastcommunitypartners.org
Homeless & Shelter Resources click here
Home Modifications for Aging (Elderly Hardship Grant): 207-626-4602
The Maine State Housing Authority offers the MaineHousing’s Home Accessibility and Repair Program and a sub-program relevant to seniors called the Elderly Hardship Grant. This program is relevant to seniors wishing to age in place and to families caring for loved ones at home. This is because the grants can be used to make home modifications, not just for structural improvements but also to improve disability access. Home modifications include projects such as the addition of a wheelchair ramp to the home’s exterior or widening of doorways and access points to allow wheelchair access in the home’s interior and bathroom modifications such as the addition of a walk in tub (with transfer bench), hand rails, modified toilet etc.
The Housing Choice Voucher Program: 1-866-357-4853 / 207-624-5789
This program is available for tenants who are having difficulty with rental payments. The program provides rental assistance to income-eligible tenants by subsidizing a portion of their monthly rent and utilities and paying it directly to their landlords. Click on the link above for more information about eligibility or apply directly through the program portal.
Maine Foreclosure Prevention Hotline: 1-888-664-2569
Counseling and assistance if you are facing foreclosure.
Maine Sea Coast Mission, Downeast Campus: 1-866-207-4010
Home repair and weatherization help
Maine State Housing Authority: 1-800-452-4668
Click here for a complete list of affordable and subsidized housing for Washington County. The list has contact information and links to websites, and for many of the property companies you can fill out their applications and apply right online
Maine Veterans’ Project: 1-415-553-0523
MVP assists veterans with emergency home repairs, VA processes & paperwork and many other services
Mano En Mano Housing: 546-3006
Provides migrant workers who want to settle in Milbridge with affordable housing. The program operates a complex that houses up to 6 families
Neighbor4Neighbor Fund (Mini Grants for Seniors): 667-7171
Mini grants provide funds for wheelchair ramps or handrails, medical equipment (including eyeglasses, hearing aids, and dentures) and support services that can assist seniors (65 years and up) to maintain quality of life and remain independent in their homes. Email: nina@healthyacadia.org
Neighbors Helping Neighbors: 299-5706
Based out of East Machias, this program organizes volunteers to provide essential services to the homes of folks in need of help. The services include roof repairs, wheelchair ramps, decks, painting and other repairs. They accept projects from the Columbia/Jonesport area up to the Eastport area. Click here to fill out an online application. Email: daviddowneast@gmail.com
Next Step DV Project – Transitional Housing: 1-800-315-5579
Transitional housing available for families in need who have left an abusive situation and are involved in Next Step’s programs. Families can stay up to two years in transitional housing
STEP (Stability Through Engagement Program):
STEP is designed to provide short-term rental assistance for 6-12 months to help individuals and families achieve housing stability. STEP is currently offered in 10 counties including Washington County, and is administered directly through the shelters participating in the Emergency Shelter Homeless Assistance Program.
USDA Rural Development: 764-4157
Home repairs; loans, grants; home ownership assistance
Veteran Housing: 610-5955 / 598-5648
Apartment rentals for veterans. Brand new unfurnished one bedroom units, located in Milbridge; Walking distance to downtown stores, restaurants, banks, churches. All utilities included. Parking, washer/dryer in units. Handicapped accessible. For more information contact DCP at the numbers listed above.
Veteran Support Services: 1-800-877-5709
Support for veterans at risk of homelessness, including help with rent, security deposits, utilities…