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- Concept Draft: Lack of Flexible Hours in Peer Support and Recovery ProgramsDEADLINE TO RESPOND: Monday, November 11th. Many people would like to access peer support groups and programming when it works for them. Daytime, Monday through Friday, may work for most but not all. Could peer organizations have some evening hours or weekends?
- Final Draft: Peer Support Option for Peers Dealing with DHHS (Department of Health and Human Services) / CPS (Child Protective Services)Peer support for peers dealing with DHHS/CPS could result in fewer children being separated from their parent/s, less trauma for all, and more in-home supports for families.
- Final Draft: Long Stays in Hospital Emergency Department (ED) HallwaysWe recommend using primary care providers and urgent care for mental health care to reduce long emergency department hospital stays. We also recommend preventative measures and increased accessibility to efficient help.
- Second Draft: Peer Support Option for Peers Dealing with DHHS/CPSDEADLINE TO RESPOND: Monday, October 7th: A Peer Support Option is needed for peers dealing with DHHS/CPS. CPS training could show that a parent with a mental health diagnosis can provide a safe and loving home and Peer Support can provide beneficial assistance which could improve outcomes.
Current News
- Statewide Consumer Council At-Large Representatives Election NoticeSCC At-Large Representative Election Applications are available for Region 1, Region 2, and Region 3 for 2 and 3 year positions. Apply with the Consumer Council System of Maine.
- Crazy – Documentary ScreeningJoin us for a virtual statewide meeting, documentary screening, and panel discussion. Crazy takes you inside one young man’s struggle with mental illness, his family, psych meds, the local mental health system, and the right to make his own treatment
- CCSM Quarterly Newsletter – Fall 2024 EditionThe Fall 2024 Newsletter stresses the importance of Local Council elections, helping individuals get ready for the upcoming local, state and federal elections and introduces CCSM’s new policy advocate.
- Celebrate Disability Voting Rights WeekDisability Voting Rights Week is here!
This important week is dedicated to raising awareness about the voting rights of individuals with disabilities and ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to participate in our democracy.
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- 6Legislative Subcommittee Meeting10:00 am - 12:00 pmThis meeting is being held online via Zoom only! Anyone is welcome to attend! To join by video, click link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8938611710 To join by phone only (no computer needed), dial: 1-929-205-6099 Enter Webinar / Meeting ID# when prompted: 893 861 1710 No Password Needed! This subcommitte , ...
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- 11Veteran’s Day – OFFICE CLOSEDAll Day
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- 13Issue Development Subcommittee Meeting10:00 am - 12:00 pmTo join by video, click link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8938611710 To join by phone only (no computer needed), dial: 1-929-205-6099 Enter Webinar / Meeting ID# when prompted: 893 861 1710 No Password Needed! ——————————– This committee is responsible for , ...
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- 19Farmington Local Council Meeting1:00 pm - 3:00 pmYou may attend this local council meeting either in person or online via Zoom. Held in the: Rotunda Room Farmington Public Library 117 Academy Street Farmington, ME 04938 or To join by video, click link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8938611710 To join by phone only (no computer needed), dial: 1-929-205-6099 Enter Webin , ...
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- 26Bangor Local Council Meeting5:00 pm - 7:00 pmYou may attend this local council meeting either in person or online via Zoom. Held in the: Laurence E. Crofutt Community Room Bangor Public Library 45 Harlow Street Bangor, ME 04401 or To join by video, click the link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8938611710 To join by phone only (no computer needed), dial: 1-929-205- , ...
- 27Augusta Local Council Meeting5:00 pm - 7:00 pmYou may attend this local council meeting either in person or online via Zoom. Held in the: Consumer Council System of Maine 219 Capitol Street, Suite 7 Augusta, ME or To join by video, click the link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8938611710 To join by phone only (no computer needed), dial: 1-929-205-6099 Enter Webi , ...
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