Self-Advocates Chasing their Dreams: Conference Video
At the 2022 SUFU Conference self-advocates are given the opportunity to participate in a variety of workshops. One of them was was titled “Chasing Your Dreams”. Self-Advocates were given the opportunity to share what they are passionate about and their...
Guest Post: Georgia West – A proud self-advocate
TRIGGER WARNING: This Blog contains raw human mental health struggles such as references to violence and suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues and or suicidal thoughts, please contact 988 or Lifeline (988lifeline.org) 988...
Guest Post: Deb Wiggins – Taking a Step
Recently Kile was able to speak with Deb Wiggins about what she wants for her future. Deb shared the following: Debra Wiggins is a Self-Advocate, a member of SUFU, and lives in Presque Isle, Maine. Deb has been under guardianship since she was 18 years old and has...
Guest Post: Maryann Preble and the 2022 SUFU Conference
Maryann Preble speaks about her trip to “The County” for the 2022 SUFU Conference. Maryann is a long time, proud SUFU member who lives in Augusta, Maine. Maryann is SUFU’s 2021 Paige Barton award winner while Kile Pelletier is SUFU’s 2022 Paige Barton award winner....Guest Post: Jon McGovern – Thanksgiving Memories
Hi Members This Month is November, and we have Thanksgiving! What are your fondest Memories of Thanksgiving as a Child? My fondest memories of Thanksgiving are being around the family and friend, watching NFL football on TV. It is not noisy on...
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