Consumer Council System of Maine
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The Consumer Council System of Maine represents fellow consumers with an effective, organized voice in shaping public policy and mental health services.
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The latest news and information regarding public policy and mental health services in Maine
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- Legislative Action AlertPublic Hearing: March 25 @ 1:15 PM in Room 206 of the Burton Cross Building.
An Act to Increase Bridging Rental Assistance Program Housing Voucher Funding to Reduce the Current Partial Waiting List and Increase Housing Vouchers for Persons Living with Mental Health Challenges - Concept Draft: Psychiatric Advance DirectiveIssue: Peers in the mental health sphere deserve to have autonomy over their medical decisions. To facilitate better mental health care, a process needs to be utilized prior to a crisis. The absence of a
- Second Draft: Bad Credit Affecting Utilities AccessibilityDEADLINE TO RESPOND: Monday, Marth 10th Second Draft: Bad Credit Affecting Utilities Accessibility. If a person has bad credit, it can mean a deposit is required for utilities to be connected. This can create problems for employment, security clearances, housing, mental health, and other issues.
- Second Draft: Lack of Flexible Hours in Mental Health Peer Support and Recovery ProgramsDEADLINE TO RESPOND: Monday, January 6th Second Draft: Lack of flexible hours in Mental Health Peer Support and Recovery Programs
We have heard from our fellow mental health peers they would like to see more diversity of when peer support and recovery programs are open with evening or weekend hours.
Current News
- Introducing Hopeful HorizonsHopeful Horizons is a space for dialogue, discovery, and information. We present discussions and resources on mental health and wellness, aiming to connect with and inform those accessing mental health services in Maine.
- CCSM Quarterly Newsletter – Winter 2025 EditionThe Newsletter Winter 2025 emphasizes participating in the current Legislative Session to effect change and the HOPE Conference.
- DRM Statement on the Dismissal of the AMHI Consent DecreeWhile the AMHI Consent Decree is no longer in effect, Maine must address systemic gaps and shift power to people who receive the services.
- Legislative Writing GroupLearn How to Effectively Tell YOUR Story Zoom Meeting ID: 893 861 1710 No Password is required
Upcoming Events
MOST CCSM MEETINGS ARE CURRENTLY BEING HELD BOTH IN PERSON AND ONLINE VIA ZOOM! CHECK EACH POSTING FOR MORE DETAILS!
To access a meeting, click on the link below and it will take you to that meetings calendar post on our website. Log-in information for both Zoom video and phone-only access is listed under that posting.
If you have trouble logging in, please contact the CCSM office: (207) 430-8300.
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- 31Legislative Writing Group1:00 pm - 3:00 pmReceive support with writing legislative testimony This meeting is being held online via Zoom only! 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! , ...
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- 2Legislative 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 subcommittee is responsible f , ...
- 3CCSM Tabling @ Women’s Whole Health Fair10:00 am - 2:00 pmWe will be tabling at the Women’s Whole Health Fair on April 3rd from 10am-2pm! The event will be held at the Rumford Eagles Club in Rumford, ME. This a free event open to the public with many resources available, come by and visit! There is a luncheon option at a cost of $10 each. There will be community speaker , ...
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- 7Legislative Writing Group1:00 pm - 3:00 pmReceive support with writing legislative testimony This meeting is being held online via Zoom only! 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! , ...
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- 9[Cancelled] Issues 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 , ...
- 10SCC Meeting5:00 pm - 6:30 pmThis is an in-person and virtual meeting for members of the SCC only. For more information, please contact the CCSM office at 1-877-207-5073 or 207-430-8300. For ZOOM please use this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8938611710 , ...
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- 14Legislative Writing Group1:00 pm - 3:00 pmReceive support with writing legislative testimony This meeting is being held online via Zoom only! 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! , ...Lewiston/Auburn Local Council Meeting4:00 pm - 6:00 pmYou may attend this local council meeting either in person or online via Zoom. Held in the: Auburn Public Library 49 Spring Street Auburn, ME 04210 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 Webinar / Meeting ID# , ...
- 15Farmington 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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- 18Rock N’ Talk @ El Rancho De La Vida1:00 pm - 3:00 pmRock N’ Talk: A Community Healing Event at El Rancho De La Vida “The Ranch of Life”! Calling all creative minds and those on a journey of mental health healing and recovery! Join us for a unique Rock N’ Talk event at El Rancho De La Vida “The Ranch of Life” on Friday, April 18th @ , ...
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- 21Patriot’s Day – OFFICE CLOSEDAll DayCCSM Office Closed for the Patriot’s Day holiday , ...Legislative Writing Group1:00 pm - 3:00 pmReceive support with writing legislative testimony This meeting is being held online via Zoom only! 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! , ...
- 22Tabling @ Bridging the Gap – Augusta10:00 am - 2:00 pmThe CCSM will be tabling at Bridging the Gap in Augusta from 10am-2pm. Located @ Bridging the Gap: 209 Eastern Ave, Augusta, ME 04330 Bridging the Gap: https://www.btgaugusta.org/ , ...Bangor 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- , ...
- 23Augusta 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 , ...
- 24CCSM Tabling at State House Hall of Flags8:00 am - 4:00 pm
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- 28Legislative Writing Group1:00 pm - 3:00 pmReceive support with writing legislative testimony This meeting is being held online via Zoom only! 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! , ...
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