The project is modeled after Preble Street’s ‘housing first’ programs in Portland, which officials said have been effective in getting chronically homeless back on their feet.
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Homelessness in Maine: In search of solutions
Cities, towns and the state are struggling to find answers. Some may already exist.
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Committee advances bill to address Maine’s chronic homelessness
The bill would devote millions in revenue the state receives from real estate sales into a statewide program to support permanent housing and services for people who are chronically homeless.
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Housing-first strategy ties stable residences with social services
The legislation could be transformative, supporters say, sharply reducing Maine’s chronic homelessness.
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Proposed homelessness bill supported at state hearing
The bill would establish a funding source for supportive services, develop housing for state’s chronically homeless.