by Julia Endicott | Oct 9, 2024 | Announcements, Health Equity
The Great Plains ADA Center and the University of Missouri are conducting research on physical barriers to accessibility in hospital facilities. They have developed an anonymous survey that asks participants about their last experiences regarding accessibility while visiting a hospital survey.
Interested in participating? Complete the online survey today.
There is also the option to answer the survey on a Word document instead of online. If you would like to answer the survey on a Word document, you can download this Word Document. Please download it, answer the survey, and send the document back to Dr. Debora Verniz at vernizd@missouri.edu.
by Julia Endicott | Oct 4, 2024 | Announcements, Employment
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month! Looking for a new opportunity and interested in working in Maine’s fisheries industry? Check out two employment opportunities with Maine Sea Grant.
Lobster Research and Extension Coordinator
The Lobster Research and Extension Coordinator will coordinate an ongoing collaborative to increase the American lobster industry’s resilience to the biological, economic, and social impacts of ecosystem change in the Gulf of Maine, Georges Bank, and southern New England.
To see the complete Job Description and to apply: Lobster Research and Extension Coordinator
Fisheries Extension Associate
The Fisheries Extension Associate will coordinate a community engagement program for an Innovative Fishing Gear Library project led by the Maine Department of Marine Resources (DMR), focused on the American lobster industry.
To see the complete Job Description and to apply: Fisheries Extension Associate
by Julia Endicott | Oct 4, 2024 | Announcements, Community Inclusion
Are you a provider agency looking for training? Join DRM to unlock the power of person-centered planning.
Empower your clients with this dynamic, one-hour training, led by a passionate self-advocate who’s been there! The self-advocate, who recently completed an intensive, day-long workshop to prepare for this training, will come to YOU to teach your clients the ins and outs of the Person-Centered Planning (PCP) process. They’ll also be joined by staff from DRM or SUFU to assist.
The training covers:
- Pre-Planning: Get ready for a successful PCP Meeting
- Setting Goals: Create clear, achievable goals
- Advocacy: Make sure their voices are heard
Schedule your training today—it’s time to make sure everyone’s voice is at the center of their plan.
To schedule a training or find out more:
Contact Brian Harnish
Email: bharnish@drme.org
Phone: 207.626.2774 x104 (V/TTY)
Download and share the flyer (PDF)!
by Julia Endicott | Sep 26, 2024 | Press Releases
CONTACT: Julia Endicott
978-877-3871
jendicott@drme.org
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 26, 2024
Disability Rights Maine Executive Director Recognized by Justice for Women Lecture Series
Augusta – Today, Disability Rights Maine Executive Director Kim Moody will receive the Courage is Contagious Award, which will be presented at the 2024 Justice for Women Lecture. Kim will be honored alongside Fowsia Musse, the Executive Director of Maine Community Integration.
This award is presented to outstanding leaders who demonstrate deep commitment to the mission of the Justice for Women lecture series, which seeks to raise awareness about global and local injustices experienced by women and girls. It also recognizes leaders who empower others and create a lasting impact and connection across Maine’s diverse communities.
This year’s lecture is entitled: “Empowering Women and Girls with Disabilities: Fighting Discrimination and Promoting Inclusion.”
“It is fitting that Kim should be recognized at this event, as she has dedicated her career to using her power as a disabled woman to fight discrimination,” said DRM Board President Andy Sarapas.
The lecture will take place this evening, beginning at 6:30 pm. The event is free, but registration is required.
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Disability Rights Maine is Maine’s Protection & Advocacy organization. Our mission is to advance justice and equality by enforcing rights and expanding opportunities for people with disabilities in Maine.
by Julia Endicott | Sep 24, 2024 | Announcements, Developmental Disability Advocacy
On behalf of the Department of Health and Human Services, the Cutler Institute at the University of Southern Maine is conducting a survey of people with autism spectrum disorder and their families to find out how you feel about the services you receive in Maine’s system of care for people with autism. The survey will help inform the Autism Spectrum Disorder Biennial Report that will be submitted to the Maine Legislature.
Participation in this survey is completely voluntary and will not impact any services and benefits you or your family member are entitled to and/or receiving now. Your name or other identifying information will not be collected. Your responses will be combined with those of everyone who took the survey.
The survey will be open for participation from September 19 through October 3, 2024.
If you need help completing this survey, please contact Craig Patterson at the Office of Aging and Disability Services at craig.patterson@maine.gov or at (207) 441-1168 (cell).
To take the survey, click on the link below:
Autism Biennial Report Survey
Thank you for participating!
