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SUMMARY:Maine CITE Webinar: Recreation Without Limits - Adaptive Recreation and Equipment
DESCRIPTION:Webinar: Recreation Without Limits: Adaptive Recreation and Equipment\nDate: May 21\, 2026\nTime: 1:00pm – 2:00pm ET \nProgram Description\nJoin this webinar to explore how outdoor adventures like adaptive sailing\, waterskiing\, rock climbing\, paddling\, and skiing can be made accessible for everyone. We will introduce the concept of adaptive recreation and share a glimpse of the equipment that opens the door for people of all abilities to participate. You will also get a preview of programs and opportunities offered through the Adaptive Outdoor Education Center (AOEC). Perfect for anyone curious about making outdoor fun more inclusive and open to all. \nPresenters:  \n\nAlessa Foley\, AOEC Program and Development Coordinator\nKayla Lee\, AOEC Director\n\n  \nRegistration:\nPlease use this link for more information about this event and to register. \nAccommodation:\nTo request an accommodation for the webinar\, please contact Maine CITE by May 14\, 2026 at info@mainecite.org or call 207-621-3195. \nAll Maine CITE webinars are recorded and archived. If you cannot attend the live session\, please make sure you register so you can get the link to the archive. \nQuestions\, please contact Maine CITE at info@mainecite.org
URL:https://drme.org/event/maine-cite-webinar-052126/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Assistive Technology
ORGANIZER;CN="Maine CITE":MAILTO:info@mainecite.org
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SUMMARY:Maine CITE Webinar: Creating Accessible Documents - The Basics (Part 1)
DESCRIPTION:Date: May 19\, 2026\nTime: 1:00pm – 2:00pm ET \nProgram Description\nEveryone benefits from content that is easy to use and understand. \nMaking a great document is more than just typing the correct words. To make sure your information can reach the largest number of people\, the document needs to be accessible. This means it can be used by everyone\, including people with disabilities. Thinking about accessibility first is important for everyone—for individuals\, for companies\, and for our communities. \nThis online training will teach you how to make your materials usable by everyone. \nPresenter: Leilani Carlson\, Maine CITE Director \nRegistration:\nPlease use this link for more information about this event and to register. \nAccommodation:\nTo request an accommodation for the webinar\, please contact Maine CITE by May 12\, 2026 at info@mainecite.org or call 207-621-3195. \nAll Maine CITE webinars are recorded and archived. If you cannot attend the live session\, please make sure you register so you can get the link to the archive. \nQuestions\, please contact Maine CITE at info@mainecite.org
URL:https://drme.org/event/maine-cite-webinar-051926/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Accessibility
ORGANIZER;CN="Maine CITE":MAILTO:info@mainecite.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T120000
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SUMMARY:Visual Gestural Communication Workshop
DESCRIPTION:May 18\, 2026 in Presque Isle\, ME from 9am-12pm\nDRM is hosting a FREE Visual-Gestural Communication workshop in Presque Isle on May 18\, from 9am-12pm. Join us! Register by emailing deafservices@drme.org or by filling out the online registration form. \nPLEASE NOTE that this is a new address for this workshop! Previously\, we planned to hold this training in Caribou. It will now be held in Presque Isle at the Sargent Family Community Center. \nAttendees are welcome to stay afterwards and take part in another free event – Less Talk More Action: Deaf and Hard of Hearing Resources in Aroostook County. \nWhat is VGC? VGC is useful to anyone who needs an alternative technique for expressing and understanding the wants and needs of other people in their environment. VGC is a communication mode\, rather than a formal language like English\, ASL or French. It uses gestures\, facial expressions\, and body language. Many 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. \nThis training is excellent for family members\, case managers\, direct support professionals\, and others. All are welcome. In our classes\, we help you to think visually and conceptually\, and to use Visual-Gestural Communication to communicate more effectively\, including with people with limited formal language.
URL:https://drme.org/event/vgc-052026/
LOCATION:Sargent Family Community Center\, 24 Chapman Road\, Presque Isle\, ME\, 04736\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Community Inclusion,Inpatient Psychiatric Settings & Group Homes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T110000
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SUMMARY:Maine CITE Webinar: Creating Accessible Online Content (Part 3)
DESCRIPTION:Date: April 29\, 2026\nTime: 10:00 – 11:00am ET \nProgram Description\nJoin us for the final webinar on Creating Accessible Content.  We will share tips for making social media posts accessible to everyone. We will also talk about the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). \nAccessible digital content is designed so a wide range of people and abilities can use your information. This includes people with learning\, physical\, and vision limitations. More than 70% of Americans use social media to get news and information\, stay connected with friends\, or for fun. This webinar will present best practices for creating accessible content for social media posts\, images\, and videos. \nWe will also provide an overview of the WCAG. These are the international standards for making web content accessible to people with disabilities. \nPresenter: Leilani Carlson\, Maine CITE Director \nRegistration:\nPlease use this link for more information about this event and to register. \nAccommodation:\nTo request an accommodation for the webinar\, please contact Maine CITE by April 22\, 2026 at info@mainecite.org or call 207-621-3195. \nAll Maine CITE webinars are recorded and archived. If you cannot attend the live session\, please make sure you register so you can get the link to the archive. \nQuestions\, please contact Maine CITE at info@mainecite.org
URL:https://drme.org/event/maine-cite-webinar-creating-accessible-online-content-part-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Accessibility
ORGANIZER;CN="Maine CITE":MAILTO:info@mainecite.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T120000
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SUMMARY:Visual Gestural Communication Workshop
DESCRIPTION:April 27\, 2026 in Skowhegan\, 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?13336025
URL:https://drme.org/event/vgc-042026/
LOCATION:Skowhegan DHHS District Office\, 98 North Avenue\, Suite 10\, Skowhegan\, ME\, 04976\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Community Inclusion,Deaf Services,Inpatient Psychiatric Settings & Group Homes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T140000
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SUMMARY:Maine CITE Webinar: Smart Home Technology - Making Home Work For You
DESCRIPTION:Date: April 8\, 2026\nTime: 1:00 – 2:00pm ET\nProgram Description\nJoin Chris Delenick for a webinar focused on smart home technology and how it can make everyday living more convenient\, secure\, and independent. We will explore popular device options\, from smart lighting and thermostats to voice assistants\, and show how they can work together in your connected home. Whether you are just getting started or looking to upgrade what you have in place already\, you will leave with practical tips for building a smarter living space that works for you. \nPresenter: \nChris Delenick\, OTD\, OTL \nRegistration:\nPlease use this link for more information about this event and to register \nAccommodation:\nTo request an accommodation for the webinar\, please contact Maine CITE by April 1\, 2026 at info@mainecite.org or call 207-621-3195. \nAll Maine CITE webinars are recorded and archived. If you cannot attend the live session\, please make sure you register so you can get the link to the archive. \n  \nQuestions\, please contact Maine CITE at info@mainecite.org
URL:https://drme.org/event/maine-cite-webinar-smart-home-technology-04082026/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Assistive Technology
ORGANIZER;CN="Maine CITE":MAILTO:info@mainecite.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T000934
CREATED:20260202T223438Z
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SUMMARY:Visual Gestural Communication Workshop
DESCRIPTION:March 30\, 2026 in Bangor\, 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 the DHHS Staff Education & Training Unit website.
URL:https://drme.org/event/vgc-03302026/
LOCATION:Bangor DHHS\, 19 Maine Avenue\, Bangor\, ME\, 04401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Community Inclusion,Deaf Services,Inpatient Psychiatric Settings & Group Homes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T110000
DTSTAMP:20260606T000934
CREATED:20260316T153039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T153219Z
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SUMMARY:Maine CITE Webinar: Creating Accessible Digital Content and Presentations (Part 2)
DESCRIPTION:Date: March 24\, 2026\nTime: 10:00 – 11:00am ET\nProgram Description\nAccessible digital content means the content is designed in a way that it can be used by a wide range of people. This includes people with disabilities such as learning\, physical\, and vision limitations. Everyone can get the information they need if it is accessible. \nThis webinar builds on the information provided in Creating Accessible Documents – The Basics (February 18\, 2026). It will present principles for creating accessible digital content in presentations. It will also cover the best practices for using video and audio in presentations. The concepts will be demonstrated using a MacBook Pro. \nPresenter: \nLeilani Carlson\, Maine CITE Director \nRegistration:\nPlease use this link for more information about this event and to register \nAccommodation:\nTo request an accommodation for the webinar\, please contact Maine CITE by March 17\, 2026 at info@mainecite.org or call 207-621-3195. \nAll Maine CITE webinars are recorded and archived. If you cannot attend the live session\, please make sure you register so you can get the link to the archive. \nQuestions\, please contact Maine CITE at info@mainecite.org
URL:https://drme.org/event/maine-cite-webinar-accessible-content-2/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Accessibility
ORGANIZER;CN="Maine CITE":MAILTO:info@mainecite.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T140000
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CREATED:20260306T160946Z
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SUMMARY:Maine CITE Webinar: Speech and Communication Tools in AT4Maine
DESCRIPTION:Date: March 18\, 2026\nTime: 1:00 – 2:00pm ET\nProgram Description\nCommunication is a fundamental right\, but some people face barriers to using speech. Some people are non-verbal\, and others have health conditions that make speaking difficult. \nJoin Maine CITE for a webinar on an overview of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). We will explore how these tools support or replace speech. The tools range from simple picture boards to high-tech applications. We will introduce you to our device lending library\, AT4Maine\, where you can borrow from nearly 100 speech-related items for free. \nPresenter: Melissa Bliss\, MS OTR/L \nRegistration:\nPlease use this link for more information about this event and to register. \n\nAccommodation:\nTo request an accommodation for the webinar\, please contact Maine CITE by March 11\, 2026 at info@mainecite.org or call 207-621-3195. \nAll Maine CITE webinars are recorded and archived. If you cannot attend the live session\, please make sure you register so you can get the link to the archive. \nQuestions\, please contact Maine CITE at info@mainecite.org
URL:https://drme.org/event/maine-cite-webinar-03182026/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Assistive Technology
ORGANIZER;CN="Maine CITE":MAILTO:info@mainecite.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T000934
CREATED:20260202T223105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T225149Z
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SUMMARY:Visual Gestural Communication Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Feb 23\, 2026 in Sanford\, 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?13334852
URL:https://drme.org/event/vgc-022026/
LOCATION:Sanford DHHS District Office\, 890 Main Street\, Suite 208\, Sanford\, ME\, 04073\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Community Inclusion,Deaf Services,Inpatient Psychiatric Settings & Group Homes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T110000
DTSTAMP:20260606T000934
CREATED:20260123T165055Z
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SUMMARY:Maine CITE Webinar: Creating Accessible Documents - The Basics (Part 1)
DESCRIPTION:Date: February 18\, 2026\nTime: 10:00 – 11:00am ET \nProgram Description\nEveryone benefits from content that is easy to use and understand. \nMaking a great document is more than just typing the correct words. To make sure your information can reach the largest number of people\, the document needs to be accessible. This means it can be used by everyone\, including people with disabilities. Thinking about accessibility first is important for everyone—for individuals\, for companies\, and for our communities. \nPresenter: Leilani Carlson\, Maine CITE Director \nRegistration:\nPlease use this link for more information about this event and to register \nAccommodation:\nTo request an accommodation for the webinar\, please contact Maine CITE by February 11\, 2026 at info@mainecite.org or call 207-621-3195. \nAll Maine CITE webinars are recorded and archived. If you cannot attend the live session\, please make sure you register so you can get the link to the archive. \nQuestions\, please contact Maine CITE at info@mainecite.org
URL:https://drme.org/event/webinar-creating-accessible-documents-the-basics-part-1/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Accessibility
ORGANIZER;CN="Maine CITE":MAILTO:info@mainecite.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250730T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250730T130000
DTSTAMP:20260606T000934
CREATED:20250701T123803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T124906Z
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SUMMARY:The ADA at 35: The Future of the Disability Rights Movement
DESCRIPTION:To increase access to DRM’s Disability Pride programming this year\, we are offering several virtual webinars this July! \nAs we mark the 35th anniversary of the ADA\, we must also think about the future. Marlene Sallo\, Executive Director of the National Disability Rights Network\, will present on what comes next in the disability rights movement. \nASL and CART will be provided. \nRegister today! Questions? Contact Julia Endicott at jendicott@drme.org or 207-626-2774 ext. 212.
URL:https://drme.org/event/the-ada-at-35/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Alternatives to Guardianship & Supported Decision-Making,Assistive Technology,Children’s & Education Rights,Community Inclusion,Community Mental Health,Deaf Services,Employment,Inpatient Psychiatric Settings & Group Homes,Transition to Adulthood,Voting,Youth Self-Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T000934
CREATED:20250703T123440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T212730Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Disability Pride Self-Advocacy Panel
DESCRIPTION:Join DRM for the second part of our virtual Disability Pride Month webinar series! Learn from a panel of disability advocates from Maine about the importance of self-advocacy. \nASL and CART will be provided. \nRegister today! Questions? Contact Julia Endicott at jendicott@drme.org or 207-626-2774 ext 212.
URL:https://drme.org/event/disability-pride-self-advocacy-panel/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Alternatives to Guardianship & Supported Decision-Making,Assistive Technology,Community Inclusion,Community Mental Health,Deaf Services,Employment,Inpatient Psychiatric Settings & Group Homes,Transition to Adulthood,Voting,Youth Self-Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250728T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250728T180000
DTSTAMP:20260606T000934
CREATED:20250626T202210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T185657Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Disability Rights History Panel
DESCRIPTION:To increase access to DRM’s Disability Pride programming this year\, we are offering several virtual webinars this July! This is the first in a three-part series. \nThis panel discussion will feature DRM’s Executive Director\, Kim Moody\, and Deaf Services Program Director\, Michelle Ames\, who will share about disability rights history. \nASL and CART will be provided. \nRegister today! Questions? Contact Julia Endicott at jendicott@drme.org or 207-626-2774 ext. 212.
URL:https://drme.org/event/disability-rights-history-panel/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Alternatives to Guardianship & Supported Decision-Making,Assistive Technology,Children’s & Education Rights,Community Inclusion,Community Mental Health,Deaf Services,Employment,Inpatient Psychiatric Settings & Group Homes,Transition to Adulthood,Voting,Youth Self-Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T000934
CREATED:20250320T162640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T142834Z
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SUMMARY:Disability Pride 2025
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date!\nDisability Pride is back again! This year\, we will celebrate the 35th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. \nDownload and share the flyer (PDF) \n\nAccessibility 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.\nEar plugs will be available.\nAn accessible portable bathroom is available next to the parking area.\nThere will be two sensory canopies external to the main pavilion.\nWe will be live streaming the speaker portion of the event! \n\nOther accessibility questions? Contact jendicott@drme.org \n\nMap\n \n\nDetailed map description:\n\n\nKey/Legend (Top Left Corner):\n\nGreen triangle: Stage and performance area\nBlack restroom icons (with accessibility symbol): Portable restrooms\, including accessible units\n\n\n\nLayout Overview:\n\n\n\nCenter:\n\nVendors and General Seating Area (light blue):\nA large rectangular area labeled “Vendors and general seating”. Surrounded by multiple icons representing tables or vendor booths. This area is the pavilion at Mill Park.\nFood and Drinks section is marked on the bottom-left corner inside this area.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLeft Side:\n\nStage and Performance Area (green triangle):\nLocated to the left of the vendors and seating section\nDRM Welcome Area (light blue-green)\nBelow the food and drinks area.\nDRM (Disability Rights Maine) presence area\, marked by rectangular icons suggesting tables or booths\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTop Corners:\n\nSensory Friendly Spaces (light yellow blocks):\n\nOne in the top-left corner\, above the vendors area.\nOne in the top-right corner\, beside the vendor rows\, closer to the river path.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRight Side:\n\nVendor Booths (pink squares):\n\nA vertical row of small pink blocks labeled “Vendors”\nPositioned on a wide gray path\, representing the packed main walkway.\n\n\n\n\n\nBottom Right:\n\nParking Lot/Accessible Parking (orange):\n\nMarked with icons and text\nAccessible restrooms located at the edge of this lot\nExtra Parking (orange\, upper right):\nAdjacent to the primary parking lot on the grass.\n\n\n\n\n\nColor Coding Summary:\n\nLight Green: General outdoor event space\nLight Blue: Seating and vendor area (pavilion)\nLight Orange: Parking areas\nPink: Vendor booths (external to pavilion)\nYellow: Sensory-friendly zones\nGray: Main walkways\nGreen triangle: Stage\n\n\n\nVirtual Events\nDisability History Panel – July 28th from 5pm – 6pm on Zoom. \nDisability Pride Self-Advocacy Panel – July 29th from 3pm – 4pm on Zoom. \nThe ADA at 35: The Future of the Disability Rights Movement – July 30th from 12pm – 1pm on Zoom. \n\nVendors\n\n3iHousing of Maine\nACLU of Maine\nAlpha One\nAutism Society of Maine\nBark Smith\nBrain Injury Association of America – Maine Chapter (BIAA-ME)\nBridge Maine\nCenter for Community Inclusion & Disability Studies\nConsumer Council System of Maine\nDemocracy Maine/League of Women Voters of Maine\nDeneeLynne’s Creations\nDT Mackey\nEqualityMaine\nFiddlehead Fiber\nLaughing Lepus Creations\nMaine Bureau of Rehabilitation Services\nMaine Coalition Against Sexual Assault\nMaine Department of the Secretary of State\nMaine Developmental Disabilities Council\nMaine Human Rights Commission\nMaine Humanities Council\nMaine Parent Federation\nMaineTransNet\nMandi Weirdmore\nNew England ADA Center\nOUT Maine\nOutdoor Access Solutions\nPine Tree Legal Assistance\nResources for Organizing and Social Change\nSaint Joseph’s College of Maine Disability Awareness Club\nSICK Magazine\nSRC-DVR\nSRC-DBVI\nStatewide Independent Living Council\nUSM Jean Byers Sampson Center for Diversity in Maine\n\n\nDisability Pride Art Contest\n1st place! Thank you Kyrestaine S! \n2nd Place! Thank you Jessica R! \n3rd place! Thank you Abby O \n\nDirections\nWe recommend using “Mill Park Parking\, Augusta\, ME” as your GPS location. You can also use the following coordinates: 44°19’16.0″N 69°46’22.2″W \nFrom the South (Via 95-N & 295-N)\n\nTake I-95 / Maine Turnpike North to Exit 112A; stay in left lane to light\nUse middle lane after light\, continue straight; after second light use left lane\nAt third light turn left onto Townsend Road\, go 0.9 miles\nUse right lane to yield sign\nTurn right onto Northern Avenue\, South 104 for 0.9 miles\nTurn left into Mill Park – across from AFC building on right\nFrom the North (Via 95-S)\nTake I-95 / Maine Turnpike South to Exit 112 Augusta/Belgrade;\nVeer left in middle lane to light; turn left\, use right lane\nContinue straight; after second light use left lane\nAt third light turn left onto Townsend Road\, go 0.9 miles\nUse right lane to yield sign\nTurn right onto Northern Avenue\, South 104 for 0.9 miles\nTurn left into Mill Park – across from AFC building on right\n\nNeed Transportation?\n\nCarpool with friends and family!\nGo Maine – Learn more at: https://gomaine.org/\nUber/Lyft\nTake the bus from Portland or Bangor to Augusta
URL:https://drme.org/event/disability-pride-2025/
LOCATION:Mill Park\, 1 Water Street\, Augusta\, ME\, 04330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Alternatives to Guardianship & Supported Decision-Making,Assistive Technology,Community Inclusion,Community Mental Health,COVID-19,Deaf Services,Employment,Health Equity,Inpatient Psychiatric Settings & Group Homes,Transition to Adulthood,Voting,Youth Self-Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T110000
DTSTAMP:20260606T000934
CREATED:20250311T133027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T160248Z
UID:3398-1749636000-1749639600@drme.org
SUMMARY:Developmental Services Grievance Training - June
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to attend this virtual training designed for both case managers and individuals receiving Adult Brain Injury & Developmental Services through the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). The training will provide a clear overview of the Developmental Services Grievance Process\, ensuring that individuals understand how to effectively file a grievance\, advocate for their rights\, and navigate the different levels of review. \nParticipants will learn: \n\nWhat qualifies as a grievance\, and when to file one.\nThe roles and responsibilities of case managers\, providers\, and DHHS during the grievance process.\nStep-by-step guidance for filing a grievance — from Level I (informal case manager resolution) to Level III (formal administrative hearing).\nHow case managers and people receiving services can navigate the process\, including documentation\, communication\, and ensuring concerns are heard and addressed.\nKey timelines\, important forms\, and how to escalate concerns if necessary.\nHow Disability Rights Maine (DRM) can assist during the grievance process.\n\nThis training will emphasize empowerment\, advocacy\, and ensuring fairness\, equipping case managers with tools to support clients while also helping individuals receiving services understand how to self-advocate when their rights\, services\, or safety are impacted. \nRegister now! \nIf you need accommodations to participate\, please register by June 4th\, 2025. If you need assistance registering\, contact Julia Endicott at jendicott@drme.org or by phone at 207-626-2774 ext 212.
URL:https://drme.org/event/developmental-services-grievance-training-june/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Alternatives to Guardianship & Supported Decision-Making,Community Inclusion,Transition to Adulthood,Youth Self-Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T110000
DTSTAMP:20260606T000934
CREATED:20250311T133025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T170906Z
UID:3397-1746612000-1746615600@drme.org
SUMMARY:Developmental Services Grievance Training  - May
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to attend this virtual training designed for both case managers and individuals receiving Developmental Services through the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). The training will provide a clear overview of the Developmental Services Grievance Process\, ensuring that individuals understand how to effectively file a grievance\, advocate for their rights\, and navigate the different levels of review. \nParticipants will learn: \n\nWhat qualifies as a grievance and when to file one.\nThe roles and responsibilities of case managers\, providers\, and DHHS during the grievance process.\nStep-by-step guidance for filing a grievance — from Level I (informal case manager resolution) to Level III (formal administrative hearing).\nHow case managers and people receiving services can navigate the process\, including documentation\, communication\, and ensuring concerns are heard and addressed.\nKey timelines\, important forms\, and how to escalate concerns if necessary.\nHow Disability Rights Maine (DRM) can assist during the grievance process.\n\nThis training will emphasize empowerment\, advocacy\, and ensuring fairness\, equipping case managers with tools to support clients while also helping individuals receiving services understand how to self-advocate when their rights\, services\, or safety are impacted. \nRegister now! \nIf you need accommodations to participate\, please register by April 30\, 2025. If you need assistance registering\, contact Julia Endicott at jendicott@drme.org or by phone at 207-626-2774 ext 212. \n\nCan’t make the May date? DRM will also be offering this training on June 11th.
URL:https://drme.org/event/developmental-services-grievance-training-may/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Alternatives to Guardianship & Supported Decision-Making,Community Inclusion,Transition to Adulthood,Youth Self-Advocacy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T110000
DTSTAMP:20260606T000934
CREATED:20250311T133020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T173322Z
UID:3395-1744192800-1744196400@drme.org
SUMMARY:Developmental Services Grievance Training - April
DESCRIPTION:This virtual training is designed for both case managers and individuals receiving Developmental Services through the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). The training will provide a clear overview of the Developmental Services Grievance Process\, ensuring that individuals understand how to effectively file a grievance\, advocate for their rights\, and navigate the different levels of review. \nParticipants will learn: \n\nWhat qualifies as a grievance and when to file one.\nThe roles and responsibilities of case managers\, providers\, and DHHS during the grievance process.\nStep-by-step guidance for filing a grievance — from Level I (informal case manager resolution) to Level III (formal administrative hearing).\nHow case managers and people receiving services can navigate the process\, including documentation\, communication\, and ensuring concerns are heard and addressed.\nKey timelines\, important forms\, and how to escalate concerns if necessary.\nHow Disability Rights Maine (DRM) can assist during the grievance process.\n\nThis training will emphasize empowerment\, advocacy\, and ensuring fairness\, equipping case managers with tools to support clients while also helping individuals receiving services understand how to self-advocate when their rights\, services\, or safety are impacted. \nRegistration for this event is now closed. \nIf you need accommodations to participate\, please register by April 2\, 2025. If you need assistance registering\, contact Julia Endicott at jendicott@drme.org or by phone at 207-626-2774 ext 212. \n\nCan’t make the April date? DRM will be offering this training again on May 7th and June 11th.
URL:https://drme.org/event/developmental-services-grievance-training-april/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Alternatives to Guardianship & Supported Decision-Making,Community Inclusion,Transition to Adulthood,Youth Self-Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250303T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250303T173000
DTSTAMP:20260606T000934
CREATED:20250219T134314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T134627Z
UID:3331-1741014000-1741023000@drme.org
SUMMARY:Film Screening: The Ride Ahead - Maine Jewish Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Film Description:\nSamuel Habib is a typical 21-year-old from New Hampshire\, itching to move out\, start a career\, and find love. But no one tells you how to be an adult\, let alone an adult with a disability. Can a community of disability activists help him follow his dreams? \nThe film follows Samuel Habib\, whose goals are pretty typical for a 21-year-old. Moving out of his family’s home. College. Establishing his career. Dating. Sex. Yet every rite of passage is fraught with challenges. Unexpected seizures and uncontrollable movements caused by his rare genetic disorder. Friends’ homes that are inaccessible to his wheelchair. His labored speech and use of a communication device are barriers to a social life. He craves more independence and a family of his own one day. “But no one tells you how to be an adult\,” he says\, “let alone an adult with a disability.” Samuel is determined to avoid the statistical realities: unemployment\, isolation\, institutionalization. A turning point comes when he starts talking to disabled adults\, who have been through all he is going through now. And when he begins to channel their insights\, a roadmap for himself\, and for other young adults like him\, begins to take shape. \nAbout The Maine Jewish Film Festival:\nThe Maine Jewish Film Festival celebrates filmmaking—inspiring conversation through the lens of global Jewish experience. Innovative programming invites a diverse statewide audience into the dialogue. As one of Maine’s premier cultural organizations\, we pursue partnerships and collaborations with other cultural and community organizations across the state. For more information about MJFF\, please visit www.mjff.org \nAccessibility Information:\nThe film includes open captions. The venue is accessible for wheelchairs/mobility impaired persons. Please note that there is limited handicapped-accessible parking at the venue. Guests are asked to plan accordingly. \nTickets are $15. For more information\, email mjffdirector@gmail.com or call 202-419-9952.
URL:https://drme.org/event/film-screening-the-ride-ahead-maine-jewish-film-festival/
LOCATION:Jewish Community Alliance of Southern Maine\, 1342 Congress Street\, Portland\, ME\, 04102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessibility
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T133000
DTSTAMP:20260606T000934
CREATED:20250113T150005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T171846Z
UID:3258-1738756800-1738762200@drme.org
SUMMARY:Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join Disability Rights Maine and Maine Parent Federation for a training on the ADA!\nThis training provides a broad overview of the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”)\, the major federal law protecting the rights of people with disabilities. The ADA prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in almost every area of daily life\, with the goal of ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunity to participate in society. The training will cover key questions such as\, Who does the ADA protect? How does the law define “disability?” What rights do people with disabilities have under the ADA\, and how can a person with a disability or an advocate protect them? \nTo ensure needed accommodations and language interpretation can be provided\, please be sure to submit your request by January 29th\, 2025. \nRegister today!
URL:https://drme.org/event/americans-with-disabilities-act-ada-webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Children’s & Education Rights
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T143000
DTSTAMP:20260606T000934
CREATED:20241220T164825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T222225Z
UID:3225-1737450000-1737469800@drme.org
SUMMARY:Disability Awareness Day
DESCRIPTION:Join disability advocates from across Maine for Disability Awareness Day at the State House.\nThis is an opportunity to educate and inform legislators about issues impacting Mainers with disabilities. Speak with your legislator or observe a session in action. You can also learn more from the organizations that will be tabling in the Hall of Flags.  \nAccessibility Information:\n\nASL interpreters will be available.\nDRM provides masks at all agency-sponsored events.\nDRM plans to livestream a portion of the event on our social media. If you are otherwise interested in participating virtually\, please contact jendicott@drme.org.\nLearn more about accessibility at the State House.\n\nParticipating organizations include:\n\nAlpha One\nAutism Society of Maine\nBrain Injury Association of America – Maine Chapter\nCenter for Community Inclusion and Disability Studies\nConsumer Council System of Maine\nDisability Rights Maine\nJustice Action Group\nMaine Association of the Deaf\nMaine CITE\nMaine Developmental Disabilities Council\nMaine Parent Federation\nMaineTransNet\nMaine Secretary of State’s Office\nMaine Statewide Independent Living Council\nNew England ADA Center\nSpeaking Up For Us\n\nQuestions? Contact Julia Endicott at jendicott@drme.org or 207-626-2774 ext. 212.
URL:https://drme.org/event/disability-awareness-day/
LOCATION:Hall of Flags\, Maine State House\, 2 State House Station\, Augusta\, ME\, 04330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Alternatives to Guardianship & Supported Decision-Making,Assistive Technology,Children’s & Education Rights,Community Inclusion,Community Mental Health,COVID-19,Deaf Services,Employment,Health Equity,Inpatient Psychiatric Settings & Group Homes,Transition to Adulthood,Voting,Youth Self-Advocacy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T173000
DTSTAMP:20260606T000934
CREATED:20241217T213800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T141518Z
UID:3220-1736870400-1736875800@drme.org
SUMMARY:HCBS Town Hall - Individuals and Families – Older Adults and Adults with Physical Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:In April 2024\, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) introduced the Ensuring Access to Medicaid Services Rule (Access Rule). This new rule is designed to make it easier for people to access home and community-based services (HCBS) and to improve the quality of these services. If you receive personal care\, homemaker\, home health services\, or habilitation services such as home support\, work support\, or community support\, this applies to you. The goal is to help people who receive Medicaid HCBS services have better lives and outcomes. \nAt this time\, DHHS would like to invite you to a town hall session to discuss the new CMS Access Rule and its requirements. We will explain the rule\, and we look forward to hearing your thoughts and feedback on the rule. As part of our planning\, it’s also important for us to hear from you around what is working well and where we can improve. This town hall is the first of several opportunities for you to give input that will help us create a plan to follow the new rule. Please note\, the rule includes elements about other medical services that will be addressed separately by the Office of MaineCare Services (OMS). This session will focus specifically on HCBS programs offered by the Office of Aging and Disability Services (OADS). \nRegister today!
URL:https://drme.org/event/hcbs-town-hall-4/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Community Inclusion
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T133000
DTSTAMP:20260606T000934
CREATED:20241217T213526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T213843Z
UID:3218-1736424000-1736429400@drme.org
SUMMARY:HCBS Town Hall - Providers\, Advocacy Organizations\, Advisory Groups – Older Adults and Adults with Physical Disabilities Population
DESCRIPTION:In April 2024\, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) introduced the Ensuring Access to Medicaid Services Rule (Access Rule). This new rule is designed to make it easier for people to access home and community-based services (HCBS) and to improve the quality of these services. If you receive personal care\, homemaker\, home health services\, or habilitation services such as home support\, work support\, or community support\, this applies to you. The goal is to help people who receive Medicaid HCBS services have better lives and outcomes. \nAt this time\, DHHS would like to invite you to a town hall session to discuss the new CMS Access Rule and its requirements. We will explain the rule\, and we look forward to hearing your thoughts and feedback on the rule. As part of our planning\, it’s also important for us to hear from you around what is working well and where we can improve. This town hall is the first of several opportunities for you to give input that will help us create a plan to follow the new rule. Please note\, the rule includes elements about other medical services that will be addressed separately by the Office of MaineCare Services (OMS). This session will focus specifically on HCBS programs offered by the Office of Aging and Disability Services (OADS). \nRegister today!
URL:https://drme.org/event/hcbs-town-hall-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Community Inclusion
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