One Taylor Drive
Brewer, Maine

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much is the monthly rent?
   For the 49 low-income units, monthly rent is based on 45% of the monthly gross income.
   
   For the 11 market rate units, monthly rent is as follows:
   One person, one bedroom: $1,418
   Two people, one bedroom: $1,545
   One person, two bedrooms: $1,609
   Two people, two bedrooms: $1,876
   
   Both rates include all utilities, a daily full breakfast and mid-day meal, one-half hour of housekeeping per week, and a health clinic every Wednesday.
   
   
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%: $17,880, 2 people at 60%: $20,400
   1 person at 50%: $14,900, 2 people at 50%: $17,000
   1 person at 30%: $8,950, 2 people at 30%: $10,200
   (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 other eligibility requirements?
   Yes. Residents must maintain personal independence with limited assistance, including the physical and mental capacity to provide self-care. For an additional cost, transportation and personal care services are available through community agencies. Health screening/monitoring and various activities are available free of charge.
   
   
5. Are there elevators?
   Yes, there are two elevators located in the center of the building.
   
   
6. How large is each apartment?
   Each one-bedroom apartment is 625 square feet, which includes a small kitchen, living/dining room, bedroom, and bathroom with ample closet space. Two-bedroom apartments are 809 square feet.
   
   
7. Is cable television available?
   Yes. Cable television and broadband Internet service is available from Adelphia Communications, at the resident's cost.
   
   
8. 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, eight laundry rooms and a year-round attached greenhouse.
   
   
9. 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.
   
   
10. 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.
    
    
11. How is the Leach Home managed?
    The Ellen M. Leach Home is professionally managed by the Brewer Housing Authority. The BHA serves as prospective residents' first point of contact. It also handles the resident application process, eligibility determination, tenant orientation, and other administrative functions vital to the home's operation.
    
    
12. 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 (207) 989-7890.