SUFU Blog
Plain Language Booklet on Coronavirus
There is so much information out there now regarding Coronavirus, it can feel overwhelming to try and understand it all. Here is a great tool to help all of us understand what to look for, what to do if someone around us is sick, or what we should do if we are sick....
A letter from Speaking Up For US
March 14, 2020 Dear Self Advocates and Supporters, We are all aware that COVID-19 also known as the Coronavirus has made its way to Maine. Here at SUFU, we want you to know that we take your health and safety seriously. It is really hard to ‘stay calm’ when it seems...
“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 information.
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...
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