The struggles of homelessness have been accentuated by the COVID-19 pandemic, as already tight housing stock over the last year has become even tighter while state protections against evictions limit new housing options.
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Seeing homeless sparks Auburn third-grader to teach lesson in humanity
“It sparked my brain,” Fairview student Wyatt Brown said.
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Mid-Maine Homeless Shelter navigates pandemic times with supportive partnerships
Waterville’s homeless shelter looks to improve on service as pandemic continues.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Portland sees dramatic rise in deaths of homeless people
A total of 64 people died in 2020, nearly 50 percent more than last year.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Augusta Community Warming Center open for homeless, but limiting access
The center, which in recent years has drawn people looking to socialize during the day, is now focused on providing space for homeless people due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Nation & World
Stars join Lauper’s concert to benefit homeless youth
The problem has only gotten worse during the coronavirus pandemic, the ‘True Colors’ singer says.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Need for emergency housing expected to worsen in Augusta
Proposed new task force to seek better coordination of those who can help those in need find housing.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Schools and Education
Homeless students face hurdles with new learning schedule, school and shelters jump in to help
COVID-19 imposes challenges on homeless students.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Portland still searching for emergency homeless shelter beds as winter nears
The increase in people who seek temporary emergency shelter each winter will pose a new challenge to city officials, who are struggling to secure enough shelter space that also complies with social distancing protocols.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
Sidney native Riley Field collecting clothes for homeless, students in need
The University of Maine student aims to solve two problems: the reduction of clothes being thrown away and providing clothing for the homeless, starting with students in Lewiston schools.