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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- First Draft: Importance of Mental Health Crisis PreventionThe Issue: We, as a community, have learned through trauma and tragedy the importance of being prepared for the next crisis. We prepare to prevent crisis in our physical and environmental health. We should do
- Concept Draft: Emotional Support Animal Issue StatementIssue: The Consumer Council System of Maine (CCSM) has received several reports from community members stating they are being denied housing, charged illegal fees, or otherwise discriminated against because they rely on an Emotional Support
- Final Draft: Decriminalizing Being OutsideIssue: We recognize that this does not apply to all communities and appreciate those that are showing compassion to those in need. City and town municipalities have the option to now enforce anti-camping ordinances, even
- Concept Draft: Importance of Mental Health Crisis PreventionThe Issue: We as a society have learned through trauma and tragedy the importance of being prepared for the next crisis. We prepare to prevent crisis in our physical and environmental health. We should do
Current News
- CCSM Quarterly Newsletter – Winter 2026 EditionThe Newsletter Winter 2025 emphasizes participating in the current Legislative Session to effect change and the HOPE Conference.
- What is 988?We are sending this email to you to pass on important resource in Maine and nationally. Maine has had the statewide crisis line for a long time. 988 is just a quicker way to call them! What is 988? 988 is
- It’s Here! Peer Artwork Calendar + CCSM Online Store We’re excited to share that our 2026 Peer Artwork Wall Calendar is on sale and we have launched our new online store! 🗓️💚 This full-color wall calendar features powerful, original artwork created by peers in mental health across Maine, all centered on this year’s theme: “Using Your Voice.”We’re
- The History of Institutionalization in Maine. Part 1: The Promise and Failure of State Care (1820-1890)Published: December 4, 2025 Brittany Lorance, Outreach Coordinator at CCSM “The failure of state care was a betrayal of trust, turning a promised sanctuary into a site of suffering that would set the stage for decades of institutional trauma.” The
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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- 1New Years Day OFFICE CLOSEDAll DayCCSM Office Closed for the New Year Holiday , ...
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- 7Legislative 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 , ...
- 8SCC 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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- 12Lewiston/Auburn Local Council Meeting [ZOOM ONLY]2:00 pm - 4:00 pmThis month meeting is ZOOM ONLY 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# when prompted: 893 861 1710 No Password Needed! ———————– Do you or have you received mental health services? Do you want , ...
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- 14Issues 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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- 19Martin Luther King Jr. Day OFFICE CLOSEDAll DayCCSM Office Closed for the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday , ...
- 20Farmington 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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- 27Bangor Local Council Meeting5:00 pm - 7:00 pmYou may attend this local council meeting either in person or online via Zoom. Held in the: “The Board Room” 1st Floor 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- , ...
- 28Augusta 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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