House and Home
Available Services and Information
Washington Hancock Community Agency provides many services to homeowners and renters, from basic home repair to assistance with rent. Contact us at 207-664-2424 or 207-259-5015 for further details about these programs.
Appliance Replacement Program
Reduce residential electricity costs by replacing inefficient and unsafe appliances.
Food and Food Pantries
The US Department of Agriculture Donated Commodities program provides much needed food to food pantries, soup kitchens, and shelters in Washington and Hancock Counties.
Heating System Repair and Replacement
Repair or replace dangerous, malfunctioning, or inoperable heating appliances or systems.
Home Repair Loans
Make necessary home repairs with low interest and forgivable loans.
Homelessness Intervention
Provides assistance with housing and other services for the homeless or those at risk of becoming homeless.
Lead Hazard Control
Make lead safety improvements with zero interest, forgivable loans.
Rental Assistance
This program helps with first months rent and rent that is overdue to help prevent homelessness.
Tank and Pipe Replacement
Replace oil tanks that are leaking, rusty, or un-stable at no cost to the homeowner.
Weatherization
Our professional weatherization team can improve home energy efficiency and reduce fuel costs.
What WHCA's
Clients Say...
Everybody got a lot of energy saving tips, things you never thought of. [speaking about an Energy Solutions presentation]"
-- Calais resident
They did a really good job. We haven't had to play with the thermostat at all. The hallway was really cold and now it's not."
-- Michael Matarazzo