Advancing Services & Supports for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and Autism Presented by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services Office of Aging and Disability Services The […]
Visual-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 […]
Deaf Rights Group is an open meeting for all to share information about the needs and accomplishments of the Maine Deaf Community. Celebrating 30 years, since 1995! Share community concerns, […]
Health is important to everyone and can look different for different people. Becoming a health advocate allows you to take control of your health the way YOU want to. This presentation will provide helpful tips to advocate for your health in medical settings in areas such as asking your doctor questions, requesting accommodations, and more. […]
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 […]
Are you a student in 8th-11th grade with an intellectual/developmental disability? Join Jaheim and the Youth Self-Advocacy team for a fun, full-day training focused on teaching you how to take […]
Save the Date! Disability Pride is back again! This year, we will celebrate the 35th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Download and share the flyer (PDF) Accessibility Information The pavilion is a hard, flat, paved surface. Pavement extends beyond the pavilion before the surface of the park turns to level grass. There is […]
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. This panel discussion will feature DRM's Executive Director, Kim Moody, and Deaf Services Program Director, Michelle Ames, who will share about disability rights history. ASL and CART will be […]
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. ASL and CART will be provided. Register today! Questions? Contact Julia Endicott at jendicott@drme.org or 207-626-2774 ext 212.
To increase access to DRM’s Disability Pride programming this year, we are offering several virtual webinars this July! As 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. […]
PSG gatherings are structured and fun events open to any Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, or non-verbal (hearing) adults with intellectual disabilities who use signs and gestures to communicate, as well as families and support staff. Gatherings are language immersion opportunities, conducted in ASL and Visual Gestural Communication. Contact: mames@drme.org or VP 207-802-7024
Calling all young Mainers with disabilities! Are you between 13-22? Like getting together with other folks interested in disability rights? Consider joining the Disability Rights Club! The first informational meeting […]