Esther Residence
Women helping Women
27 Thornton Avenue, Saco 04072
207-283-0323

joanne_roy@aol.com
Esther Residence Website



What is Esther Residence?

A transitional program for women who are leaving incarceration and/or treatment program. Esther Residence
provides a safe, nurturing community that is based on safety, respect and dignity. It focuses on assisting each
woman in identifying and celebrating her strengths and gifts.

The home is a bridge that promotes healthy connections to family (when appropriate) and to the larger community.
Esther Residence also provides short-term housing for women who are awaiting admission to another level of
substance abuse treatment.

What are the Benefits?

• Support, encouragement and assistance in adjusting to one's new reality.

• Help in contacting community resources.

• Assistance in securing employment or schooling.

• Development of healthy leisure skills and activities.

• Safe and sober home.

• Opportunity to plan for independent living.

• Spacious private rooms.

• On the bus line.

• Duration can be up to two years.