“FRIENDS WHO DON’T SUCK” from Marco Orlando
“FRIENDS WHO DON’T SUCK” Marco Orlando We all want friends. It’s one of those universal basic human needs. It should make us all feel good to have friends. Having friends and spending time with them regularly is important to our wellbeing. It should feel good to have...NOTICE OF STATEWIDE TRANSITION PLAN (STP) FOR HOME AND COMMUNITY-BASED SERVICES (HCBS) SETTINGS
The Department of Health and Human Services, and Office of MaineCare Services have released their proposed Transition Plan for Home and Community Based Services. There is an upcoming hearing on this proposal on March 12th at 1:00 pm at DHHS, 109 Capitol Street, Room...
Guest Post, Springvale Chapter’s Leah, Matt, and Chris.
Each Monday morning a group of self advocates gather in Springvale. This group shares experiences, advocates for changes in their area and across the state. As part of the Springvale Series many of them have shared a bit about themselves. Today we hear from Leah...
Guest post from Abbott Philson
Today we welcome Abbott Philson, Portland Chapter member, and Chair of the Board of Directors to the blog. I want to share with you about a new experience for me. A former teacher of mine asked me last year if I was still singing. I used to be part of a chorus in high...“Under Review” from Marco Orlando
“UNDER REVIEW” Marco Orlando In the NFL, the head coach of each team carries a red challenge flag on their person during every game. Each head coach is permitted to use this challenge flag twice during each game to initiate a booth review of certain plays to either...
Leadership Development Program
The Leadership Development Program is now accepting nominations. Click on the photo for more...
Guest Post from Todd Allaire
Today we welcome Todd Allaire, Springvale Chapter Member, and member of the Chapter Rep Committee. He shares with us the importance of Speaking Up For Us. Todd Allaire, Center, with others from the Springvale Chapter I am glad to be a part of SUFU. It helps...
An interview with Eric McVay by Kile Pelletier
Eric McVay, Bangor chapter member, recently finished his term serving on the Consumer Council System of Maine board of directors. Kile Pelletier was in attendance, as Eric was presented with an award and thanked for his service. Kile asked Eric the...QUALITY WORKERS from Marco Orlando
“QUALITY WORKERS” Marco Orlando My background in social and human services, and especially being on both sides of the field for as long as I have, gives me an interesting perspective on how certain aspects of social and human services can improve. I’ve often said it’s...
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