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Family Harbor House

Transitional Housing for Families
– a Program of the Midcoast Maine Homeless Coalition

Family Harbor House welcomed its first families on January 3, 2026. Midcoast Maine Homeless Coalition (MMHC) works to end the cycle of homelessness for individual families in Waldo County, Maine through innovation and collaboration around affordable housing. Several families are finding FHH a place to live as they establish themselves in the community and find housing of their own.

We provide temporary housing, food, and supportive services for families with children who are experiencing housing instability or homelessness. Our goal is to offer a safe, welcoming place where families can catch their breath, regain stability, and work toward permanent housing.

Family Harbor House is on Mill Lane in Belfast. It can serve up to four families at a time.

An Evening of Comedy and Heart — to Benefit United Midcoast Charities

This show will be at 7:30pm, October 23 & 24 at Camden Opera House. ~~ Shaver Bennett has spent most of his life alone in the woods of northern New Brunswick. He turns up unannounced at his niece Bonnie’s city doorstep — 20 years since they last spoke, and her wife, Liv, answers the door. What follows is a funny, disarming, and genuinely moving story about the distance between people and how little it sometimes takes to close it. Come Down From Up River, by Norm Foster — lauded as the Neil Simon of Canada — is “a tender, moving, and often hilarious tale” about the family we’re handed, the family we choose, and the grace of meeting each other halfway.  (UMC is a major supporter of, and mentor to, MMHC.)

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FHH Radio Stories -- Kathy Muzzy talks about the continuing need for volunteers and describes the various work they do
     This brief radio story about Family Harbor House and one of its volunteers was produced by United Midcoast Charities and 105.5 FM "The Wave" and ran many times on that station throughout September 2026.

 

Recent News From Family Harbor House
and the Midcoast Maine Homeless Coalition

   BDN: New Program in Belfast Helps Homeless Families Find Housing
      Photo: Family Harbor House occupies the lower level at Belfast United Methodist Church
      On September 30, the Bangor Daily News printed a story about Family Harbor House, how it works, and how it has done in this, its first year of operation. From the story: "The successful model is a small-scale example of what’s ... (see the full story)
See the BDN Article
   Melissa McLaughlin - Our New Coordinator of Volunteers

      The Midcoast Maine Homeless Coalition felt fortunate to have several well-qualified individuals apply for the new part-time position of Volunteer Coordinator for MMHC. After interviews and thoughtful ... (see the full story)

   MMHC at the Final Belfast Summer Night of 2026
      Photo: Board member Lacey Durkee talks to visitors at Belfast Summer Nights
Our newest board member, Lacey Durkee, worked at the information table on September 10. MMHC had the privilege of meeting many of those who came to hear music that night. Visitors asked questions, provided their email addresses, and made cash donatio ... (see the full story)
 
 

About Volunteering at Family Harbor House

Family Harbor House (FHH) is a transitional housing project helping local families who are experiencing homelessness. The building’s large private family rooms, full kitchen, shared bathrooms, and dining/recreation area can accommodate 3 to 4 families. FHH offers a place of respite and renewal for parents and children who have been living through times of crisis.

Management of the project is overseen by the Board of Directors and hired staff, but Family Harbor House depends upon compassionate people, like you, and volunteers are the heart of this project – providing homeless families with safety, comfort, and the opportunity for a better life.

Anyone can volunteer if they are willing to support the mission of Family Harbor House – “to help families stabilize their lives so they can then relocate to affordable permanent housing in the community.”

To volunteer with Family Harbor House, please complete this application form, plus an additional form which authorizes a standard criminal background check. Family Harbor House serves vulnerable populations, including children living in the program’s residential setting, and background reviews protect both the families and the volunteers.

After an initial screening process, you will be contacted to join with other new volunteers in a training session to learn about the Family Harbor House operational policies and procedures.