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New Avesta programs provide homeownership opportunities for middle-income wage earners
The students in Nicole DiGeronimo’s first-time homebuyer classes are increasingly older with a little more money saved up. They still can’t buy a home in Maine. “These are people that probably never anticipated it would
Maine lawmakers still betting on accessory dwelling units to help end housing crisis
Three years ago, Maine lawmakers passed a landmark bill designed to increase home construction and ease the state’s worsening housing crisis. Now, almost one year after implementation, some worry the law hasn’t lived up to
Avesta Housing, Preble Street celebrate 20 years of housing for chronically homeless
Avesta Housing recently joined its partner Preble Street to help celebrate 20 years of providing safe, quality, permanent housing and 24-hour support services for people who were chronically homeless in Maine. On March 25, we
Resident Profile: Russell
When Russell’s seasonable job ended six years ago, he was unable to afford the rent on his apartment and began living in his truck. Then a deer jumped through one of the truck’s windows and
Mission Possible: Avesta Housing 2024 Community Impact Report
In 2024, Avesta Housing provided 3,072 affordable homes to more than 4,600 people in Maine and New Hampshire. But these numbers only tell part of the story. You can learn more about how we are
Avesta partners with Wayside to provide meals to residents
Avesta Housing’s success in helping our residents achieve and maintain housing stability relies heavily on forging strong partnerships. One of our partners, Wayside, has been an invaluable resource for years. Every Monday from noon to
Avesta Housing names new board officers
L-R: Dr. Renée Fay-LeBlanc, Peter Pitegoff, Douglas Stockbridge, Jim Hanley Avesta Housing, the largest nonprofit affordable housing developer in Northern New England, has appointed new officers to its Board of Directors: Dr. Renée Fay-LeBlanc, Chair
Maine Calling: Housing for Older Mainers
For older people in Maine, the challenges of finding or keeping a home that’s affordable are multiplied. Some need to downsize or find an age-friendly living situation, but can’t afford to—especially on a fixed income.
Work progresses on Lewiston, Auburn projects
In 2024, the cities had strong permit numbers. Here are aerial views of several of those construction projects. Click here to read the full article
