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CHOM provides advocacy, supportive housing, community inclusion, and stability for homeless and special needs populations across the state.

As a developer, CHOM collaborates to produce and maintain community-based supportive housing that fosters pride, stability, and wellness. CHOM partners with over 35 service provider agencies to make sure the people housed receive consistent, supportive services to engineer success in housing. CHOM teams with property maintenance companies to ensure that all homes are maintained to rigorous quality

standards. With an experienced, highly professional staff, CHOM is able to develop complex projects from large tax credit multi-unit developments, to smaller, customized homes that meet the needs of populations served. Most of CHOM’s properties are in community settings close to services, local support, and public transportation. CHOM works closely with municipal officials, planners, architects, service providers, family members, and community members to thoughtfully design or improve buildings that function efficiently and blend seamlessly into neighborhoods. With the confidence and support of funding institutions including Maine State Housing Authority, the Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston, the Genesis Community Loan Fund, HUD, Rural Development, cities such as Portland and Bangor, banks and private lending institutions, CHOM consistently delivers excellence in new and carefully renovated housing that communicates dignity and respect to individuals served.

08/25/2026

🌟 Supportive Housing Week Service Provider Spotlight: Bangor Area Homeless Shelter🌟

During , we're celebrating an important truth: supportive housing is more than housing alone. It’s the combination of stable housing and support services that helps people build lasting stability, pursue their goals, and thrive.

That's why we're honored to spotlight our longtime partners at Bangor Area Homeless Shelter, and especially Wendy, whose dedication to residents is extraordinary ✨

We’ve had the privilege of working alongside Wendy for many years, and simply put, she is one of a kind! Her compassion for the individuals she serves is matched by her determination to help people overcome barriers and move forward. She consistently shows up with persistence, empathy, and a deep belief in people's potential.

Those qualities were recognized when Wendy was named BAHS’ 2022 Employee of the Year, an honor that was incredibly well deserved. But anyone who has worked alongside her already knew that.

From delivering Thanksgiving baskets to CHOM residents in Bangor nearly five years ago to celebrating move-in days with residents all along the way (look at those smiles!), Wendy has always gone above and beyond to make people feel connected and supported.

Wendy and all the staff at BAHS go above and beyond to ensure people feel cared for, connected, and supported. They help people navigate difficult transitions, access resources, maintain housing stability, and celebrate milestones that once may have felt out of reach.

This impact is a powerful reminder that supportive housing is about more than housing alone. It's about relationships, support, and a belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to succeed.

Day in and day out, BAHS staff show up with compassion, dedication, and commitment to the people they serve. Their partnership and collaboration make an immeasurable difference in our community.

Please join us in extending heartfelt gratitude to Wendy and everyone at BAHS! Thank you for the life-changing work they do every day. 🌿

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08/24/2026

Supportive Housing Changes Lives. Carolyn's Story Is Powerful Proof.

For many years, Carolyn experienced housing instability, homelessness, unhealthy relationships, and substance use disorder, all of which made it difficult to find lasting stability. At various points, she stayed with friends, in shelters, and even outdoors while trying to navigate immense challenges and rebuild her life. 💫

But Carolyn never gave up.

Carolyn connected with a housing opportunity through CHOM and made the decision to pursue recovery and create a different future for herself. One of the first residents to call her Bangor supportive housing community home, she embraced the opportunity and began building the stable foundation she had been searching for.

Today, nearly eight years later, Carolyn is thriving. She has maintained her sobriety, strengthened relationships with family and friends, overcome significant health challenges, and persevered through the heartbreaking loss of her husband. Through life's ups and downs, the stability of housing provided an anchor, helping her weather life's storms while continuing to move forward. Along the way, she has rediscovered joys that once felt out of reach, including sharing her home with her beloved cats. Most importantly, she has a place that is truly hers. A safe space. A home. And in her own words:
"Since moving into housing with the CHOM program, I have found stability for the first time in many years." "Housing has changed my life for the better. It has made me stronger, improved my outlook on life, and for that, I am forever grateful."

Carolyn's story is a powerful reminder that people are never defined by the hardest chapters of their lives. Her resilience, determination, and commitment to creating a different future are truly inspiring. Through years of hard work and perseverance, she has built a life rooted in connection, purpose, and hope. We are incredibly proud of all that she has accomplished and honored to be part of her journey.

At CHOM, we believe housing is about so much more than four walls and a roof. Housing provides the foundation from which people can heal, reconnect with loved ones, pursue their goals, and build the lives they want for themselves.

Everyone deserves the opportunity to have a place to call home. Everyone deserves the stability, dignity, and support that make growth possible.

This , we invite you to help us spread the word about the life-changing impact of supportive housing. Share Carolyn's story, learn more about supportive housing in Maine, and join us in advocating for solutions that ensure everyone has a safe, stable place to call home.

Carolyn, thank you for sharing your story, your strength, and your journey. We are so proud of you. ⭐💙

08/21/2026

Something special is coming...

Next week, we're joining communities across the country in celebrating Supportive Housing Week!

Throughout the week, we'll be sharing stories of resilience, partnership, community, and the life-changing impact of supportive housing. From inspiring residents to dedicated service providers and community partners, we'll be sharing some incredible stories that remind us why this work matters every day.

We can't wait to introduce you to them.

Stay tuned!

08/14/2026

A home is built one piece at a time 🏡

Recently, residents at one of CHOM's supportive housing communities in York County received new bed frames, mattresses, and dressers thanks to the generosity of the Kennebunkport Resort Collection (KRC) Community Impact Fund.

On the surface, these may seem like simple furnishings. But the spaces we call home shape how we feel, rest, heal, and connect with the world around us. A comfortable bed, a place to store personal belongings, and furniture that reflects care and investment can help transform a housing unit into something much more meaningful: a home.

For many of these residents, this community has been home for years. The new furnishings are helping refresh and enhance spaces that already hold memories, routines, and a sense of stability. They create a more welcoming environment and reinforce something important: that every person deserves a home that is comfortable, dignified, and reflects their value.

As staff visited the property, it was wonderful to see how residents had already begun making the spaces their own. The new furnishings are helping create homes that feel cared for, lived in, and uniquely reflective of the people who live there.

At CHOM, we believe housing is about more than providing a place to live. It's about creating environments where people can feel safe, supported, and at home as they work toward their goals and build stable futures.

We are deeply grateful to the KRC Community Impact Fund for investing in York County communities and helping make improvements like these possible. Partnerships like this demonstrate how local generosity can have a meaningful impact on the lives of our neighbors.

Thank you for helping create more places people are proud to call home 💙

08/07/2026

We're honored to share an exciting milestone for both Community Housing of Maine and the Woodfords neighborhood.

CHOM has officially purchased the Parish House and adjacent parking lot on the campus of Woodfords Congregational Church. As the Parish House celebrates its 100th anniversary, we are humbled to help steward this historic building into its next chapter while honoring the legacy that has made it such an important part of the community for generations.

Recently, a few lucky CHOM staff toured the Parish House to see firsthand both its historic character and future potential. Swipe through for a virtual tour as we explore some of the spaces that have served the community for the past century. For 100 years, the Parish House has welcomed neighbors, hosted community gatherings, and served as a place of connection. Alongside the church, it has been woven into the fabric of Woodfords Corner and has touched the lives of countless people over the years. As we look ahead, we're excited to imagine how these same spaces will help create affordable homes for older adults in the years to come.

We are committed to preserving the history and character of the Parish House while thoughtfully adapting it to meet one of Maine's most pressing needs by creating affordable homes for older adults. The church itself will continue serving as an active place of worship and community gathering, ensuring this beloved campus remains a cornerstone of the neighborhood for years to come.

This project represents so much more than new housing. It is an opportunity to preserve an important piece of Portland's history, celebrate a century of community, and ensure this remarkable campus continues serving people for the next 100 years.

We are deeply grateful to the Woodfords Congregational Church community for entrusting us with this opportunity. It is a privilege to help preserve the history of this remarkable place while contributing to its future.

Here's to honoring the past, strengthening our communities, and creating more places to call home. 🏡❤️

07/31/2026

Introducing The Porch Light ✨

We're excited to share the debut edition of The Porch Light - CHOM's new newsletter created to highlight the people, partnerships, stories, and progress helping strengthen communities across Maine.

At CHOM, we believe housing is about more than buildings - it's about creating places where people feel safe, connected, supported, and at home. The Porch Light is an extension of that belief: a space to share resident stories, development updates, advocacy efforts, community partnerships, and the work happening every day to expand housing opportunities across our state.

Just like a porch light welcomes people home, we hope this newsletter helps illuminate the work, collaboration, and compassion driving our mission forward.

Read the debut edition and if you haven't already received it in your inbox, subscribe to stay connected with CHOM news, events, updates, advocacy efforts, and stories from communities across Maine!

07/23/2026

Smiles like these say it all! Thanks to the incredible generosity of Acorn Engineering, several families living in CHOM's Portland affordable housing communities had the opportunity to attend their very first Hearts of Pine match!

From cheering in the stands to making lasting family memories, it was an unforgettable experience. One parent shared that their children were still excitedly talking about the game on their way to school the next morning. More than a week later, we're still smiling as we think about the joy these special moments brought to so many of our residents.

At CHOM, we believe that building housing is only part of our mission. Housing is the foundation, but thriving communities are the goal. That means creating opportunities for neighbors to connect, families to make memories, and children to experience the simple joys that help people feel they belong. We're grateful to partners like Acorn Engineering and Hearts of Pine, who share that vision by investing not only in homes, but in the people and communities that make those homes come alive.

To everyone at Acorn Engineering, thank you for your kindness and generosity. Your thoughtful gift provided an experience that many of our residents otherwise may not have had, and it meant more than you know.

And to our youngest Portland Hearts of Pine fans, who also happen to be some of our littlest residents: thank you for letting us share your joy. We're so glad you had such a wonderful time. Moments like these are exactly why we're committed to our mission.

07/09/2026

What a day!

CHOM was honored to join partners from across Maine for Capitol Hill Day during the National Alliance to End Homelessness 2026 National Conference on Ending Homelessness.

Together, Maine's delegation met our Congressional delegation staff to share the realities facing communities across our state, discuss the importance of continued federal investment in affordable housing and homelessness programs, and advocate for policies that help more Mainers access safe, stable housing.

We're incredibly proud to stand alongside so many dedicated partners whose expertise, collaboration, and commitment strengthen Maine's housing and homelessness response system every day. By speaking with one voice, we help ensure that the experiences of Maine communities are heard at the federal level.

A heartfelt thank you to Maine's Congressional delegation staff for taking the time to meet with us and for their continued engagement on issues that matter to communities across our state.

We believe that advocacy is strongest when it's collaborative, relationship-driven, and grounded in the experiences of the people and communities we serve. Capitol Hill Day was a powerful reminder of what can be accomplished when many voices come together with one shared purpose. We were honored to stand alongside so many dedicated advocates working to strengthen housing and homelessness responses across the country.

06/26/2026

Did you know?! You can now subscribe directly through the Community Housing of Maine website to stay connected with CHOM news and updates!

We're excited to offer a new way for people to stay up to date on housing developments, advocacy efforts, community partnerships, events, and stories from across Maine.

Whether you're a community partner, supporter, advocate, or simply someone who cares about housing and stronger communities, we'd love to keep you connected to the work happening across our state.

And stay tuned... we're looking forward to sharing something new very soon that will bring you even closer to the people, projects, and partnerships making a difference across Maine.

Subscribe today and be part of the conversation around housing, community, and belonging in Maine. 📬🏡

Subscribe here: https://www.chomhousing.org/stay-in-touch

06/17/2026

Meet Willie, CHOM's Director of Warm Welcomes 🐾

At CHOM, we believe everyone deserves to feel welcome, and nobody understands that better than Willie.

If you've visited the CHOM office, chances are you've been greeted by Willie. As our official Director of Warm Welcomes, he takes his responsibilities seriously – greeting visitors, boosting staff morale, supervising meetings from the nearest sunny spot, and reminding us all to take a moment to enjoy the little things. And to not take life too seriously.

Known for his professionalism, impeccable fashion sense, and a compensation package consisting almost entirely of treats, Willie is a beloved member of the CHOM team. Whether he's making new friends, accepting well-deserved belly rubs, or keeping an eye on office activities, Willie helps make CHOM feel a little more like home – because at CHOM, we know that creating a home is about more than four walls, and Willie understands that better than most.

Willie remains committed to advancing office morale, one tail wag at a time.

P.S. Willie would like it noted that his performance review was excellent, and he fully expects an annual treat bonus this year 🦴

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