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hoMEviews is an educational resource for homebuyers, homeowners, and everything in between. Hosted by MaineHousing's Maggie Silva, the podcast will deliver a once-a-month episode to the public. The podcast focuses on homes in Maine, whether that be homeownership, homelessness, renting, etc., and will feature guest speakers from MaineHousing, our partners, and the public.
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- 4 days ago26 min
hoMEViews - with Guest Host Tricia Harriman and Special Guest Erik Jorgensen
This episode of hoMEviews features guest host Tricia Harriman, MaineHousing’s Director of Homeownership, in conversation with Erik Jorgensen, Senior Director of Government Relations and Communications. Drawing on eight years in the Maine Legislature, Jorgensen explains how he connects MaineHousing with state lawmakers, Maine’s federal delegation, and external partners while translating complex housing and finance issues into practical information for policymakers.Resources mentionedMaineHousing website: www.mainehousing.orgPress Release Page: https://www.mainehousing.org/newsMaineHousing Dashboards: https://mainehousing.org/data-research/program-dataEmployment Opportunities: https://mainehousing.org/about/careersEvents Calendar: https://mainehousing.org/news/mainehousing-calendarState Elections: https://www.maine.gov/sos/elections-votingMaine Reps: https://legislature.maine.gov/house/house/MemberProfilesCurrent State Officials: https://www.maine.gov/portal/government/officials.htmlFull Legal Disclaimer:By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that MaineHousing makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented are for general information only. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice. MaineHousing does not endorse, approve, recommend, or certify any information, product, link, process, service, or organization presented or mentioned in this Podcast, and information from this Podcast should not be referenced in any way to imply such approval or endorsement. Moreover, MaineHousing makes no warranty that this Podcast, or the server that makes it available, is free of viruses or other elements that manifest contaminating or destructive properties.MAINEHOUSING EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF ANY INDIVIDUAL’S USE OF, REFERENCE TO, RELIANCE ON, OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PODCAST OR THE INFORMATION PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST. [JB1]Just looking at past podcasts, it doesn’t look like we usually include a summary of the podcast, just a few sentences introducing the person and a basic overview of what they talk about. I don’t think we need anything more than the first paragraph. [JB2]We don’t use any abbreviations in this episode so we don’t necessarily need this section. We can keep it if you want to.
- Aug 7, 202622 min
hoMEViews - with Special Guest Melissa Ames
Summary of Episode:Maggie Silva, Host, interviews Melissas Ames about MaineHousing’s Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) program, also known as ReStart. Melissa details how a person looking to better their financial situation can go about applying for the ReStart program, some of the success stories from over the years, and data associated with the program. She also explains how this program intersects with the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Department.Resources mentionedReStart Program: https://www.mainehousing.org/restartFSS Programs Around the State: https://tinyurl.com/mtvkn32dMelissa’s email: mames@mainehousing.orgMaineHousing website: www.mainehousing.orgHCV webpage: https://www.mainehousing.org/hcvHCV phone line: 207-624-5789Rental Programs and Assistance: https://www.mainehousing.org/rentalHome to Stay Program: https://www.mainehousing.org/homeless-initiativesHUD video mentioned: https://vimeo.com/730140183?fl=pl&fe=shhoMEworks Homebuyer Education: https://www.mainehomeworks.org/Financial Literacy Classes: https://tinyurl.com/yxjzwpccAbbreviations Used:ESHAP: Emergency Shelter and Housing Assistance ProgramFSS: Family Self-SufficiencyHCV: Housing Choice Voucher (department within MaineHousing)HFA: Housing Finance AuthorityHUD: Housing and Urban DevelopmentMSHA: Maine State Housing AuthorityFull Legal Disclaimer:By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that MaineHousing makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented are for general information only. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice. MaineHousing does not endorse, approve, recommend, or certify any information, product, link, process, service, or organization presented or mentioned in this Podcast, and information from this Podcast should not be referenced in any way to imply such approval or endorsement. Moreover, MaineHousing makes no warranty that this Podcast, or the server that makes it available, is free of viruses or other elements that manifest contaminating or destructive properties.MAINEHOUSING EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF ANY INDIVIDUAL’S USE OF, REFERENCE TO, RELIANCE ON, OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PODCAST OR THE INFORMATION PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST.
- Jul 3, 202618 min
hoMEViews - with Special Guest Allison Gallagher
In this episode, Maggie Silva, Host, talks with Allison Gallagher about the Housing Choice Voucher Department. Allison details what exactly a Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) is and how someone may apply for and use one as a renter. Maggie and Allison also talk about situations where HCV users have become homeowners, as well as barriers to housing in rural areas and some ways renters and homeowners can overcome those barriers.Resources mentionedMaineHousing website: www.mainehousing.orgHCV webpage: https://www.mainehousing.org/programs-services/rental/rentaldetail/housing-choice-vouchersHCV phone line: 207-624-5789Rental Programs and Assistance: https://www.mainehousing.org/programs-services/rentalAbbreviations Used:HUD: Housing and Urban DevelopmentHCV: Housing Choice Voucher (Federal program and Department within MaineHousing)EHS: Energy and Housing Services (Department within MaineHousing)P&R: Project & Research (Department within MaineHousing)MSHA: Maine State Housing AuthorityHFA: Housing Finance AuthorityFull Legal Disclaimer:By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that MaineHousing makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented are for general information only. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice. MaineHousing does not endorse, approve, recommend, or certify any information, product, link, process, service, or organization presented or mentioned in this Podcast, and information from this Podcast should not be referenced in any way to imply such approval or endorsement. Moreover, MaineHousing makes no warranty that this Podcast, or the server that makes it available, is free of viruses or other elements that manifest contaminating or destructive properties.MAINEHOUSING EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF ANY INDIVIDUAL’S USE OF, REFERENCE TO, RELIANCE ON, OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PODCAST OR THE INFORMATION PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST.
- Jun 5, 202623 min
hoMEViews - with MaineHousing's Director Dan Brennan
In this episode, Maggie Silva talked with Dan Brennan about his role at MaineHousing. Dan Brennan is the current Director of MaineHousing. He oversees the day-to-day activities of MaineHousing and ensures its many departments are working together towards the common goal of building, financing, and keeping Mainers in affordable housing across the state. Dan talks about his role within the organization and what motivates MaineHousing employees who come here every day to do what they do best; help the people of Maine.Resources mentionedMaineHousing website: www.mainehousing.orgPress Release Page: https://www.mainehousing.org/newsMaineHousing Dashboards: https://mainehousing.org/data-research/program-dataEmployment Opportunities: https://mainehousing.org/about/careersEvents Calendar: https://mainehousing.org/news/mainehousing-calendarState Elections: https://www.maine.gov/sos/elections-votingMaine Reps: https://legislature.maine.gov/house/house/MemberProfilesCurrent State Officials: https://www.maine.gov/portal/government/officials.htmlAbbreviations Used:HUD: Housing and Urban DevelopmentHCV: Housing Choice Voucher (department within MaineHousing)EHS: Energy and Housing Services (department within MaineHousing)P&R: Project & Research (department within MaineHousing)MSHA: Maine State Housing AuthorityHFA: Housing Finance AuthorityNCSHA: National Council of State Housing AuthoritiesFull Legal Disclaimer:By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that MaineHousing makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented are for general information only. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice. MaineHousing does not endorse, approve, recommend, or certify any information, product, link, process, service, or organization presented or mentioned in this Podcast, and information from this Podcast should not be referenced in any way to imply such approval or endorsement. Moreover, MaineHousing makes no warranty that this Podcast, or the server that makes it available, is free of viruses or other elements that manifest contaminating or destructive properties.MAINEHOUSING EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF ANY INDIVIDUAL’S USE OF, REFERENCE TO, RELIANCE ON, OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PODCAST OR THE INFORMATION PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST.
- May 1, 202623 min
hoMEViews - with Special Guest Scott Thistle
In this episode, Maggie Silva, Host, talks with Scott Thistle about his role as the Director of Communications at MaineHousing. Maggie asks Scott about how he communicates with the Press and his views on the reporting work done in Maine to keep the public informed on how MaineHousing is addressing Maine’s housing crisis. Scott also shares what it’s like to be a part of borrower success stories and contribute positively to building sustainable, affordable housing for Maine families.Resources mentionedMaineHousing website: www.mainehousing.orgPress Release Page: https://www.mainehousing.org/newsMaineHousing Dashboards: https://www.mainehousing.org/data-research/housing-dataAbbreviations Used:HUD: Housing and Urban DevelopmentMSHA: Maine State Housing AuthorityHFA: Housing Finance AuthorityFull Legal Disclaimer:By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that MaineHousing makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented are for general information only. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice. MaineHousing does not endorse, approve, recommend, or certify any information, product, link, process, service, or organization presented or mentioned in this Podcast, and information from this Podcast should not be referenced in any way to imply such approval or endorsement. Moreover, MaineHousing makes no warranty that this Podcast, or the server that makes it available, is free of viruses or other elements that manifest contaminating or destructive properties.MAINEHOUSING EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF ANY INDIVIDUAL’S USE OF, REFERENCE TO, RELIANCE ON, OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PODCAST OR THE INFORMATION PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST.
- Apr 3, 202619 min
hoMEViews - with Special Guest Kelly Watson
Kelly Watson, the Director of MaineHousing's Homeless Initiatives Department, joins Host Maggie Silva in the first episode of MaineHousing's new podcast hoMEviews, to discuss the programs, funding, and focus of of Homeless Initiatives in Maine. Show Notes: Calls for homeless issues: 211 Homeless initiatives webpages on MaineHousing’s website: https://www.mainehousing.org/partners/partner-type/homeless-service-providers/homeless-initiatives Phone #: 207-501-5958 Homeless provider programs:ESHAP: https://www.mainehousing.org/programs-services/homeless/homelessdetail/emergency-shelter-and-housing-assistance-program Housing Problem Solving: https://www.mainehousing.org/programs-services/homeless/homelessdetail/housing-problem-solving Emergency Shelter list: https://www.mainehousing.org/programs-services/homeless/emergency-shelters Warming Shelter List: https://www.mainehousing.org/news/public-notices/2025---2025-warming-shelters Pilot Program for students: https://www.maine.gov/doe/schools/safeschools/counseling/highmobility/homelessed If you are in an awarded district, reach out to your McKinney-Vento Liason at one of these schools:Biddeford Schools Lewiston Public Schools MSAD 70 Portland Public Schools RSU 1Abbreviations Used: EHAP: Emergency Shelter and Housing Assistance Program HUD: Housing and Urban Development MSHA: Maine State Housing Authority HFA: Housing Finance Authority Full Legal Disclaimer: By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that MaineHousing makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented are for general information only. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice. MaineHousing does not endorse, approve, recommend, or certify any information, product, link, process, service, or organization presented or mentioned in this Podcast, and information from this Podcast should not be referenced in any way to imply such approval or endorsement. Moreover, MaineHousing makes no warranty that this Podcast, or the server that makes it available, is free of viruses or other elements that manifest contaminating or destructive properties. MAINEHOUSING EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF ANY INDIVIDUAL’S USE OF, REFERENCE TO, RELIANCE ON, OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PODCAST OR THE INFORMATION PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST.
About hoMEviews - a Podcast with MaineHousing
hoMEviews is an educational resource for homebuyers, homeowners, and everything in between. Hosted by MaineHousing's Maggie Silva, the podcast will deliver a once-a-month episode to the public. The podcast focuses on homes in Maine, whether that be homeownership, homelessness, renting, etc., and will feature guest speakers from MaineHousing, our partners, and the public.
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