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Shelter

The Shelter Program at H.O.M.E. in Orland can be accessed during business hours, Monday through Friday from 8 am to 4 pm by calling 207-469-7961 and selecting option 1. For after-hours access please call the emergency shelter number: 207-460-3234 and leave a message, someone will return your call within 24 hours. The Emmaus Homeless Shelter in Ellsworth can be accessed at 207-667-3962.

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Soup Kitchen

H.O.M.E.’s Soup Kitchen is open for lunch every Wednesday from 12 noon to 1 pm. We seek to provide good nutrition in a welcoming supportive atmosphere. The lunch menu is published on our Facebook page every Wednesday morning.

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Child Care

H.O.M.E.’s Daycare serves children ages 6 weeks to 12 years of age. We offer after-school and vacation care. Children will be admitted without regard to race, culture, sex, religion, orientation, ancestry, or disability. The program will attempt to accommodate a child with special needs consistent with the requirements of the ADA. Our Daycare Center hours are Monday–Friday, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm.

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Bargain Barn

The Bargain Barn generates a small income for H.O.M.E. but the real payoff is the happy faces of those who find something within their budget that they really need or want. For those in the deepest need we provide clothing and the essentials for living free and graciously. The Bargain Barn is open Tuesday - Saturday, 8 am – 3 pm. Donations to the Bargain Barn are accepted by appointment only. Please call 207-469-3102 between the hours of 9 am – 3 pm to set up a day and time to drop off your donation. We ask folks to please understand that there are times when the Bargain Barn is full and donations cannot be accepted due to lack of space.

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Food Pantry

Monday through Thursday: 8am-noon and 1pm-3pm and Friday: 8am-noon. Please call 469-7961 ext. 117 to make an appointment to pick up a food box. Food boxes are provided once a month to qualified individuals/families. Food box items are supplied through Good Shepherd Food Bank, community donations and rescued produce and bread from local grocery stores. Boxes include staples such as canned veggies, beans, pasta, snacks and frozen meat. Hygiene supplies may be included upon request and if available. On occasion there may be infant formula, diapers and baby wipes available.

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Consignment Opportunities

In the beginning, Arts and Craft studios at H.O.M.E. were developed as a means for low-income families to augment their income. Community members produced items in the studios or at their homes to sell on consignment in H.O.M.E.’s Craft Store. From bird houses to potholders, there is something for everybody. The H.O.M.E.-Made Gift Shop is open Thursday through Monday from 10 am to 5 pm except for the months of January through April when they are closed.

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Diversion Assistance

If your family is currently housed but in danger of experiencing homelessness within 14 days, please call at 207-469-7961 during business hours. Someone will speak to you about your circumstances and determine whether or not your issue can be resolved by diversion.

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Housing

Sister Barbara Hance House, located in Ellsworth is for single-room occupancy housing. Hospitality House, located in Bucksport, provides 7 one-bedroom apartments H.O.M.E.'s housing program prioritizes those experiencing homeless and those who meet income guidelines.

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Other Resources

Backpacks, winter clothing, basic hygiene supplies; all programs designed to assist our community members with the necessities we may deny ourselves due to income limits. All programs are low-barrier meaning there is a minimum of paperwork required in order to access these programs.

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Classes

Pottery, Stained Glass, Stitchery and the Living Arts studio all offer classes to our shelter guests and the community. If you are interested in taking a class or would like more information, call 469-7961 and speak to the Front Office. They will connect you with the artist.

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Chapel

The Wayside Chapel located on H.O.M.E.'s village campus in Orland has not offered Sunday services since the beginning of the pandemic. H.O.M.E. will announce when services are offered again.

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Contact Us

H.O.M.E., Inc. 90 School House Rd. P.O. Box 10 Orland, ME 04472 207-469-7961 admin@homeincme.org

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