Bangor Area Homeless Shelter

Category: Non-profit organization in Bangor, Maine

Address: 263 Main St, Bangor, ME 04401, USA

Phone: +12079470092

Opening hours

Sunday: 8AM–4PM

Monday: 8AM–4PM

Tuesday: 8AM–4PM

Wednesday: 8AM–4PM

Thursday: 8AM–4PM

Friday: 8AM–4PM

Saturday: 8AM–4PM

Reviews

DM A

Nov 23, 2021

I had nowhere to go and these folks provided a space for me to get back up and reestablish my footing. The services are modest of course, considering the budget they must have to work within but still they find a way for folks that come in through the door. The staff are accomodating and strive to help ppl find a way to see themselves to a better place when they leave. Im pretty sure the basement is haunted.

Teresa Violet “Teri” Sheppard Summers

Aug 28, 2021

Kind, respectful and helpful staff that help with case management to help find housing and other needs. Plenty of food available for residents, bagged lunch among other foods for the homeless community. Mental health help also.

Joey Savage

Jan 13, 2021

we had three hits and a cot the people who run it are regular people some very nice and others not but it is a place to get in out of the elements stay warm and dry with a place to smoke cigarettes off to the back of the parking lot you will receive help in getting into an appartment but it takes some time for this

Janie-Leigh Stearns

Apr 24, 2019

I personally have not been there for more than a minute or two but have heard all good things from a few of those that have stayed there or involved in some way. They have a strict policy, which allows them to do for the public in the manner that they do. They are a dry shelter, food cupboard, few other services that they provide, just unsure of myseld. Those in need are treated the same way as who are not, meaning no worse or better, than. They provide a lot of services and support for the community as well as the homeless. They do great things for those who are need.

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Questions & Answers

Why does staff take home all the good stuff???

Ben Davis | Aug 20, 2019
merlin obreslin | Aug 20, 2019

Their thieves, plain & simple .....steer clear of there....

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Do I need if to enter shelter I lost my wallet and only have other shelter I'd with photos

Stephen Maloney | Aug 20, 2018
missx blythe | Aug 20, 2018

No you do not need ID, the shelter can help assist you with attaining one

I'm with Maine chapter of anonymous we do homeless ops in Portland now we want to plan one in Bangor I'm trying to reach someone who can coordinate with us so we can pass out hygiene products,food, backpacks and clothes

Richard Parker | Jul 20, 2022
Maureen Kelly Corvino Hammond | Jul 29, 2022

Did you get ahold of them if not plz lmk

Do u take cold weather donations like knit hats, scarfs and other cold weather needs?

Norma Goodale | Mar 22, 2022
Robert Kearns | Mar 22, 2022

YES THEY DO !

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Can a person call the shelter to see if a missing family member is there?

Vicki Mason | Aug 20, 2018
missx blythe | Aug 20, 2018

Unfortunately no, we can not confirm or deny information regarding guests..we can pass on a message for your family member to call you

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Only serve meals the people that are living there? Is there a place that serves to everyone? I'm not homeless I'm just broke till tuesday...hopefully.

Blaine Tate | Aug 19, 2020
Travis Webb | Aug 19, 2020

At 12 noon Bangor shelter on Main Street provides meal for everyone

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Is this an all men shelter

Jarod Cook | Aug 19, 2020
merlin obreslin | Aug 19, 2020

No .....wouldn't recommended it thought, try Hope House ,much better .......

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How long can u stay there

Mom Smith | Aug 20, 2019
merlin obreslin | Aug 20, 2019

I was there for 5 1/2 months, but got burned on the voucher, don't recommend that place at all.....

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If you don't require ID and don't do background checks... how can you be certain that minors aren't staying there (lying about their age)?

Michelle Mayo | Aug 20, 2019
Michelle Mayo | Aug 20, 2019

I've been homeless. Once WITH my teenager, who is now missing. She's not getting any help at all, and she's pregnant. This area allows children 14+ to sign themselves out of mental health facilities... and apparently allows them to go to shelters without their parent's knowledge or permission.

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can I donate used clothing? if so where and when can I drop them?

Beth Goodspeed | Aug 20, 2019
Justin Norton | Aug 20, 2019

Where are you fromif you are from main you can jrop them off at them at the stone charch frst st unyon st we are on the cornerwe give out to the homelis and other people in need.

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Do u have to go there or can I do an app online

Lori Boumil | Aug 20, 2019
y Faas | Aug 20, 2019

Dennis prides himself on throwing people out in the cold actually heard him insult a guy .almost pick a fight then when the client spoke back he used the only card he has to play in life and kick the guy out. Jay a old man with dyed blue hair kicked a client out at 1am in 15 degree weather. For laughing at. His hair .she obviously was mentally challenged and amused. By his bright blue hair . only two people at warming center was a guy Tim .one of the best guys I've ever met so caring.and Melissa .A great lady. And a guy named Sarge. Real good guy. Dennis you have no business being employed their . you bully people whom are down .as you are. Week and try to shine .

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if your not from the area will the shelter give you a place to sleep

michael menard | Aug 20, 2019
Nicholas benitez | Aug 20, 2019

Yes it doesn't matter where you are from...however they don't always have beds available even if you call and ask they will tell you that you need to come in...which you will have to do anyway because they will ask you for basic info as well as do a background check...if you've anything on your background that you might think will not allow you to stay there they will still accept you as long as you are honest about everything...the bah is a dry shelter which means you are subject to a breathalyzer test and a drug search if they have reason to believe that you are carrying drugs on you...if you prefer not to stay at the bah there is also the hope house which is a wet shelter meaning you are not allowed to bring contraband into the facility however if you show up there drunk or high they will still take you even if they have no beds they will give you a mat on the floor until a bed becomes available

Is there any open beds this week end my friends husband needs to be separate from her for a little while

Papis Girl 4 ever | Aug 20, 2019
Charles Hammond Junior | Aug 20, 2019

Yup

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Do they do background checks

Mom Smith | Aug 20, 2019
Deborah Burke | Aug 20, 2019

I know they run your record.

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Can I bring my rooster?

Chicago Tom164 | Aug 20, 2018
Michael Morneault | Aug 19, 2021

They don't even allow legal service animals they refused me mine

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When is a good time to drop off donations?

Nancy Hanson | Aug 20, 2018
David Morin | Aug 20, 2018

Anytime. Their open 24/7. Front entrance during daytime hour's back entrance via Cedar st. Evening hour's.

Can you use wool blankets and women's winter coats?

Gail Madsen | Aug 20, 2018
David Morin | Aug 20, 2018

Yes

When is the food pantry open

Payton Hicks | Aug 20, 2018
missx blythe | Aug 20, 2018

Tuesday & Thursday 1- 4p

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Can I bring my cat?

Eric Dobbz | Aug 20, 2018
Christine Krolik | Aug 20, 2018

They don't take animals.. though you can post and see if someone is able to foster your 🐈 while you stay there.

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