58 Colonial Circle
Brewer, Maine

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much is the monthly rent?
   For the 73 low-income units, monthly rent is established by the LITC (Low Income Tax Credit Program).
   
   For the 17 market rate units, monthly rent is as follows:
   One person, one bedroom: $1,852
   Two people, one bedroom: $2,264
   One person, two bedrooms: $2,099
   Two people, two bedrooms: $2,511
   
   Both rates include all utilities, a daily continental breakfast and mid-day full course meal, one-half hour of housekeeping per week, and a health clinic Tuesday and Wednesday of each week.
   
   
2. What are the low-income qualifications?
   Age - Applicant must be 62 years of age or older.
   Family size - Applicant family must meet standard size for a one-bedroom unit.
   Income - Applicants annual income must be within the income limits established for the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Program.
   Annual Income Limits:
   1 person at 60%: $25,860, 2 people at 60%: $29,580
   1 person at 50%: $21,550, 2 people at 50%: $24,650
   1 person at 40%: $17,240, 2 people at 40%: $19,720
   1 person at 30%: $12,950, 2 people at 30%: $14,800
   (Note: percentile is determined by the annual income bracket)
   
   
3. What are the market rate qualifications?
   Age - Applicant must be 62 years of age or older.
   Family size - Applicant family must meet standard size for a one- or two-bedroom unit.
   
   
4. Are there elevators?
   Yes, there are two elevators located in the center of the building and one located in the East Wing.
   
   
5. How large is each apartment?
   Each one-bedroom apartment is 625 square feet, which includes a small kitchen with stove, oven, refrigerator, and sink, living/dining room, bedroom, and bathroom with ample closet space. Two-bedroom apartments are 809 square feet.
   
   
6. Are cable television and Internet access available?
   Yes. Cable television service is available from Time Warner Cable, at the resident's cost. Wireless Internet access is provided free of charge by the Leach Home.
   
   
7. What onsite facilities are available?
   In addition to our beautiful, spacious dining room, the Leach Home offers a great number of amenities including a hair salon, arts and crafts center, exercise room, nurses office, library/lounge, small dining/conference room, twelve laundry rooms and a year-round attached greenhouse.
   
   
8. What is available in the immediate area?
   From the scenic recreational opportunities of Acadia National Park, to the 80+ stores in the Bangor Mall, to entertainment at the Bangor Auditorium and Maine Center for the Arts, the Leach Home is located in the heart of this opportunity-rich area. A major grocery store is located less than a mile away.
   
   
9. What emergency services are available?
   While we hope that everyone will remain healthy and safe, occasionally residents may need additional assistance. We have personnel on-duty 7 days per week with a 24-hour emergency call bell system. If an ambulance is needed, immediate advanced life support services are available from the nearby Brewer Fire Department.
   
   
10. How is the Leach Home managed?
    The Ellen M. Leach Memorial Home is managed by our Executive Director in cooperation with the Brewer Housing Authority. Prospective residents may contact the Leach Home at (207) 989-8246 to initiate the application process.
    
    
11. How can I make an appointment for a tour?
    We would love to provide you with a tour of our beautiful facility as well as answer any questions you may have. To schedule a tour at a time convenient for you, please call the Leach Home at (207) 989-8246.