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About Us

Front view of Tedford's family shelter with a 'Heroes Work Here' sign hanging above the doorway"
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Tedford Housing’s mission is to empower people to move from homelessness to home.

Tedford Housing was founded in 1987 by the Brunswick Area Interfaith Council (BAIC) to provide emergency shelter for homeless adults in the region. Named after the generous individual who donated the building that housed the original shelter at 10 Pleasant Street in Brunswick, we have since evolved into a vital community resource for individuals and families facing homelessness.

Throughout the years, we’ve expanded our services to meet the growing needs of our neighbors. In 1998, we opened a family shelter, and in the early 2000s, we launched homelessness prevention services to help individuals and families avoid crisis. By 2008, we began addressing the needs of homeless students in the Brunswick, Bath, and Topsham school districts through the Merrymeeting Project, a program we ran until 2019. Over the years, we’ve added 37 units of permanent supportive housing for individuals and families who have experienced homelessness.

At the heart of Tedford Housing is our commitment to case management. Every person we serve is provided with personalized support to connect them with the health, human, and community services they need to overcome the challenges that led to their housing crisis.

As we prepare to open a new, expanded shelter facility, we are excited to bring our services under one roof, making it easier for our neighbors to access the comprehensive support they need. This new building will allow us to further enhance our impact and serve more individuals and families in crisis.

Today, Tedford Housing serves more people through outreach than in our own facilities, positioning us as a trusted resource center for those facing homelessness or at risk. Our mission is no longer just about providing shelter—it’s about offering a full spectrum of support to stabilize lives and empower our neighbors to achieve lasting housing stability.

Our Core Values

  • Tedford believes home is more than just shelter. We create spaces where individuals and families can access the support they need to thrive. We foster environments where people feel valued and empowered regardless of background or circumstance.

  • Tedford engages with the individuals and communities we serve. We listen to their experiences and strive to address their needs while honoring their dignity and resilience.

  • Tedford believes in the power of teamwork.  In coordination with strategic partners, we establish shared goals and work to break down barriers to achieving our mission.

  • Tedford is committed to acting with honesty and transparency. We attract support from a variety of individuals and community partners.  We ensure that we use every resource prudently and effectively.