Impact Stories
Nathan’s Story: Overcoming Groundhog Day Homelessness
Nathan, most recently a Damariscotta resident, never expected to experience homelessness until he suddenly lost both his job and housing. He found shelter at Tedford Housing’s Winter Warming Center at night, which gave him the stability he needed to focus on job applications and improving his health during the day.
A Fresh Start: Brian and His Son’s Journey to Home
For years, Brian lived out of his truck, struggling to get by after a career in home improvement and the Maine lobstering industry. Unable to work due to a disability since 2010, he faced mounting challenges trying to make ends meet on a fixed income. Rising rents, a lack of affordable housing, and increasing costs of living left him unable to provide a stable environment for his family.
A Decade of Determination: Amelia's Path to Stability
For ten years, Amelia's life has been a long journey of navigating homelessness, moving from place to place while striving for stability. Now 23, she reflects on a decade spent overcoming challenges with resilience, community support, and hope for a better future for herself and her children.
Her journey with housing insecurity began at the age of 13 when family circumstances forced her to find shelter wherever she could. She spent her teenage years couch surfing, often trading chores or odd jobs for a night’s stay.
Dante's Story: A Father's Determination and a Fresh Start
Dante’s life changed drastically when he received the devastating news that the mother of his three children had passed away. He immediately left his home in Florida and moved to Maine to gain full custody of his 3 young kids. For a while, they found temporary refuge with their mother’s family, but it wasn’t a permanent solution.