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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Resources to work with Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students
DESCRIPTION:MaineHealth Behavioral Health\, Maine Department of Labor\, and Disability Rights Maine are partnering to host a monthly Lunch & Learn. During these Lunch & Learn sessions resources to work with Deaf and Hard of Hearing students will be shared. The sessions will be held on the first Wednesday of the month from March – June 2026. Sessions are: \n\nMarch 4\nApril 1\nMay 6\nJune 3\n\n  \nHave questions or want to register? Send an email to:\nSitara Sheikh\, VR Counselor at Sitara.N.Sheikh@maine.gov or Sazza Carter\, Case Manager at Sazza.Carter@mainehealth.org \nThe Zoom link will be provided after you register. Interpreters are provided for these sessions.
URL:https://drme.org/event/deaf-hoh-students-062026/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Children’s & Education Rights,Deaf Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T130000
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SUMMARY:Deaf Rights Group - June
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deaf Rights Group on June 6 in Lewiston from 1-3pm\, at the Quarterly MeAD meeting. Androscoggin County Emergency Management Agency will join us as a guest presenter. They will share an overview of emergency preparedness. They will also host a discussion on how they can best serve the Deaf & Hard of Hearing community. \nDeaf Rights Group is an open meeting for all to come and share information about the needs and accomplishments of the Deaf Community in Maine. Celebrating 30 years\, since 1995! Come share community concerns\, and learn about resources. \nContact: Thomas Minch\, tminch@drme.org  VP 207-805-7027
URL:https://drme.org/event/drg-060626/
LOCATION:Maine Resiliency Center\, 184 Main Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
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SUMMARY:"Patrice" Watch & Talk with Jaheim
DESCRIPTION:Join STRIVE members and DRM Youth Self Advocacy Trainer Jaheim Franklyn for a movie night and discussion. Free and open to the public\, all ages welcome. June 9th at 6pm at the STRIVE Center at 28 Foden Road\, South Portland. \nExperience “Patrice: The Movie” – a heartfelt documentary-romantic comedy following Patrice Jetter and her partner Garry as they challenge the “marriage penalty” that threatens disabled couples’ vital benefits. Blending\npresent-day struggles with recreations of Patrice’s past\, it’s an inspiring\, humorous\, and deeply moving portrait of love and advocacy.
URL:https://drme.org/event/patrice-06-09-26/
LOCATION:STRIVE Center\, 28 Foden Road\, South Portland\, 04106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Self-Advocacy
ORGANIZER;CN="STRIVE":MAILTO:info@pslstrive.org
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SUMMARY:Peer Support Group - 911
DESCRIPTION:On Wed June 10 from 3:00-5:00pm\, join the Peer Support Group in Windham for tour and workshop at the 911 Regional Communication Center for Cumberland County. Learn about Text to 911\, and how to get help in an emergency. Pizza provided! \nPlease RSVP to Michelle Ames at mames@drme.org or VP 207-805-7024!
URL:https://drme.org/event/peer-support-group-911/
LOCATION:Cumberland County Emergency Management\, 22 High Street\, Windham\, ME\, 04062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Deaf Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T090000
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SUMMARY:Visual Gestural Communication Workshop
DESCRIPTION:June 22\, 2026 in South Portland\, ME from 9am-12pm \nVisual-Gestural Communication (VGC) is useful to many people who need an alternative technique for expressing and understanding the wants and needs of other people in their environment. VGC is not a language like English\, American Sign Language\, or French. It is a communication mode that uses gestures\, facial expressions\, and body language. Often individuals\, who cannot communicate effectively using either a spoken language like English or a formal signed language like ASL\, will be able to communicate more effectively using natural gestures. In our classes\, we help you to think visually and conceptually\, and to use Visual-Gestural Communication to communicate more effectively with people who have limited formal language. \nFor more information and to register\, please go to https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/setu/forms/class-details.shtml?13338722
URL:https://drme.org/event/vgc-062026/
LOCATION:South Portland DHHS\, 151 Jetport Boulevard\, South Portland\, ME\, 04102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Community Inclusion,Deaf Services,Inpatient Psychiatric Settings & Group Homes
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SUMMARY:Disability Pride 2026
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date!\nMark your calendars for the annual Disability Pride Celebration in Augusta! \nThere will be speakers\, art\, music\, dancing\, amazing organizations\, and so much more. \nDownload and share the flyer (PDF). \n\nSubmit a Craft Vendor Application\nAre you interested in sharing your art at Disability Pride? Submit an application to be a craft vendor! \nThings to know:\n\nThere is no fee for artists and crafters to participate.\nAll applications will be reviewed by the planning committee and the listed contact will receive a confirmation email.\nTables and chairs will be provided.\nElectricity will not be available\, so please plan accordingly.\nVendor spaces will be under a large tent and vendors do not need to bring their own canopies or tents.\nDisability Pride does not hold liability for individual tabling businesses or organizations. Please carry your own liability insurance\, should you need and choose to.\n\nApplication Deadline:\n5/29/26 \nSubmit your application! \n\nDesign the 2026 T-Shirt\nDRM invites Mainers to submit a design for the 2026 Disability Pride T-Shirt. \nTheme: \nWe’re Here: Then\, Now\, Always \nSubmissions will be judged on: \n\nConnection to theme\nOriginality\nFeasibility – must be easy to reproduce on a t-shirt\n\nThe winner will be recognized at Disability Pride 2026 and receive a DRM gift basket. \nRules:\n\nEveryone who submits a design must be a Maine resident.\nEveryone who submits a design must be 18 years or older\, or if under the age of 18\, have the express written permission of a parent or guardian.\nIndividuals are limited to one design entry per person.\nSubmissions must be the original work of the entrant.\nElectronic submissions must be at least 300 dpi.\n\nThe winner agrees to give DRM the right to use or reproduce the design in any way or form\, including on publications\, hats\, t-shirts or other clothing\, or on any bag. The winner’s names will appear on the t-shirt. \nHow to enter:\nBy email to: jendicott@drme.org\nBy mail to:\nAttn: Julia Endicott\nDisability Rights Maine\n160 Capitol Street\, Suite 4\nAugusta\, ME 04330 \nBe sure to include your name\, address\, phone number and email address on all entries. \nSubmission Deadline:\nMay 29th\, 2026 \n\nEvent Accessibility Information\n\nThe pavilion is a hard\, flat\, paved surface. Pavement extends beyond the pavilion before the surface of the park turns to level grass. There is a packed\, gravel trail to the right of the pavilion.\nASL interpreters will be available throughout the event.\nAccessible parking will be marked and there will be a drop-off area next to the pavilion. Parking at the venue is limited\, so carpooling is encouraged.\nDRM provides masks at all agency-sponsored events and will make masks available to all attendees.\nThe event is scent-free.\nEarplugs will be available.\nAn accessible portable bathroom is available next to the parking area.\nWe will be live-streaming the speaker portion of the event!\n\n\nEvent Questions?\nContact Julia Endicott at jendicott@drme.org or 207.626.2774 ext. 212.
URL:https://drme.org/event/disability-pride-2026/
LOCATION:Mill Park\, 1 Water Street\, Augusta\, ME\, 04330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Alternatives to Guardianship & Supported Decision-Making,Assistive Technology,Children’s & Education Rights,Community Inclusion,Community Mental Health,Deaf Services,Employment,Health Equity,Inpatient Psychiatric Settings & Group Homes,Transition to Adulthood,Voting,Youth Self-Advocacy
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SUMMARY:Governor Candidates Forum
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date!\nWhen: September 10\, 2026\n12:30 – 3:00 pm \nWhere: Governor Hill Mansion\n136 State St\nAugusta\, ME 04330 \nCoffee\, tea and snacks provided.\nASL and CART available. \nHosted by:\nDisability Rights Maine\, the Consumer Council System of Maine\, the Maine Developmental Disabilities Council\, Speaking Up for Us\, and the University of Maine Center for Community Inclusion and Disability Studies.
URL:https://drme.org/event/governor-candidates-forum/
LOCATION:Governor Hill Mansion\, 136 State St\, Augusta\, ME\, 04330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Voting
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