What is "Subsidized Housing?" There are different kinds of subsidized housing. Some are public housing, and some aren't. If your rent goes by your income, your housing is “subsidized.”  This is true even if your house or apartment is owned by a person or company, and not the government.

Can my landlord come into my house or apartment at any time? No. If your landlord wants to come into your home to make non-emergency repairs, or inspect the apartment, they must give you "reasonable notice." This means at least 24 hours notice. If the landlord does give you “reasonable notice” you can’t refuse them entry to the unit. You don’t have to be home for the landlord to enter if they have given you reasonable notice.

If you (or your child) have been sexually assaulted at school, there are laws that can help protect you. One of the most important laws is called Title IX (Title Nine). Title IX says that schools that get federal funding cannot discriminate based on sex. This includes almost all elementary schools, high schools, and colleges. Title IX says that sexual harassment and sexual violence are types of discrimination. A Title IX complaint can help protect you if you have experienced sexual harassment or violence at school.

Sexual assault affects many members of the LGBTQ+ community. Many Maine organizations work to serve the needs of LGBTQ+ survivors. Resources in Maine for LGBTQ+ Sexual Assault Survivors If you have been affected by sexual violence, you can contact the Maine Coalition Against Sexual Assault (MECASA) by calling the Statewide Sexual Assault Crisis and Support Line at 1-800-871-7741.