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SUMMARY:Webinar: Making VR Work for Me
DESCRIPTION:This year marks the 80th anniversary of National Disability Employment Awareness Month. To celebrate\, Disability Rights Maine is putting on a series of webinars to share employment resources with people with disabilities and our allies around the state. These webinars include resources about employment rights\, information on how to make VR work for you\, and how to access accommodations after high school. \nRegister for one or more webinars to celebrate with us and learn more about your rights! \nWebinar 1 – October 15: DRM Employment Advocacy \nDuring this webinar\, DRM advocates will share information about employment rights\, including asking for accommodations at work\, employment laws and rules\, and navigating potential employment discrimination. It also shares tips and tracks for how people with disabilities can use advocacy in their workplace. \nWebinar 2 – October 22: Making VR Work for Me \nThis presentation will share resources that you could use to find or maintain work. We provide an overview of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) services\, explain the rights that people with disabilities have when working with VR\, and share potential advocacy strategies that you can use in accessing VR services. \nWebinar 3 – October 29: Accommodations After High School \nAsking for an accommodation in high school can be different than asking for an accommodation in college\, trade school or other continuing education settings. This presentation explains the process and potential advocacy strategies you could use to ask for an accommodation as you continue your education. \nQuestions? Contact Katrina Ringrose at kringrose@drme.org.
URL:https://drme.org/event/making-vr-work-for-me/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Employment,Transition to Adulthood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
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SUMMARY:Visual Gestural Communication (VGC) Workshop - South Portland
DESCRIPTION: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 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. \nRegister today!
URL:https://drme.org/event/visual-gestural-communication-vgc-workshop-10-27-25/
LOCATION:South Portland DHHS\, 151 Jetport Boulevard\, South Portland\, ME\, 04102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Deaf Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
CREATED:20250926T151840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T161019Z
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SUMMARY:Question 1 - Informational Session
DESCRIPTION:Join DRM to learn about Question 1 and how it will impact Maine voters with disabilities. Register today! \nASL and CART will be provided. \nQuestions? Contact Molly Thompson at mthompson@drme.org.
URL:https://drme.org/event/question-1-informational-session-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Voting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
CREATED:20251003T150300Z
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SUMMARY:PSG Health Self-Advocacy Training
DESCRIPTION:The Peer Support Group will be gathering on October 29th from 10-11am! \nLocation: 8 Science Park Road\, Scarborough\, ME 04074 \nPeer Support Group (PSG) is a monthly gathering for adults with intellectual & developmental disabilities who use signs and gestures to communicate. \nOn October 29th\, we’ll have a special training on Health Self-Advocacy. Health is important to everyone. Taking care of your health looks different for each of us. Health self-advocacy allows you to take control of your health the way YOU want. This presentation will provide helpful tips to advocate for your health in medical settings. For example\, how to ask your doctor questions\, how to ask for interpreters\, and more. \nFor more info\, contact Michelle Ames mames@drme.org or VP 207-805-7024.
URL:https://drme.org/event/psg-health-self-advocacy-training-10-29-25/
LOCATION:8 Science Park Rd\, Scarborough\, ME\, 8 Science Park Rd\, Scarborough\, 04074\, United States
CATEGORIES:Deaf Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
CREATED:20250909T192323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T124938Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Accommodations After High School
DESCRIPTION:This year marks the 80th anniversary of National Disability Employment Awareness Month. To celebrate\, Disability Rights Maine is putting on a series of webinars to share employment resources with people with disabilities and our allies around the state. These webinars include resources about employment rights\, information on how to make VR work for you\, and how to access accommodations after high school. \nRegister for one or more webinars to celebrate with us and learn more about your rights! \nWebinar 1 – October 15: DRM Employment Advocacy \nDuring this webinar\, DRM advocates will share information about employment rights\, including asking for accommodations at work\, employment laws and rules\, and navigating potential employment discrimination. It also shares tips and tracks for how people with disabilities can use advocacy in their workplace. \nWebinar 2 – October 22: Making VR Work for Me \nThis presentation will share resources that you could use to find or maintain work. We provide an overview of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) services\, explain the rights that people with disabilities have when working with VR\, and share potential advocacy strategies that you can use in accessing VR services. \nWebinar 3 – October 29: Accommodations After High School \nAsking for an accommodation in high school can be different than asking for an accommodation in college\, trade school or other continuing education settings. This presentation explains the process and potential advocacy strategies you could use to ask for an accommodation as you continue your education. \nQuestions? Contact Katrina Ringrose at kringrose@drme.org.
URL:https://drme.org/event/accommodations-after-high-school/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Employment,Transition to Adulthood,Youth Self-Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T174500
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
CREATED:20250820T205640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T205640Z
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SUMMARY:Disability Rights Club - One You...Endless Possibility
DESCRIPTION:Are you between 13-22? \nLike getting together with other folks interested in disability rights? \nJoin the DRM Disability Rights Club.  \nThe October topic is: One You…Endless Possibility \nRegister today!
URL:https://drme.org/event/disability-rights-club-10-30-25/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Youth Self-Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T174500
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
CREATED:20250820T205818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T205818Z
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SUMMARY:Disability Rights Club - Let's Talk IEP Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Are you between 13-22? \nLike getting together with other folks interested in disability rights? \nJoin the DRM Disability Rights Club.  \nThe November topic is: Let’s Talk IEP Meetings \nRegister today!
URL:https://drme.org/event/disability-rights-club-11-20-25/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Youth Self-Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251124T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251124T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
CREATED:20250829T123225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T123225Z
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SUMMARY:Visual Gestural Communication (VGC) Workshop - Augusta
DESCRIPTION: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 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. \nRegister today!
URL:https://drme.org/event/visual-gestural-communication-vgc-workshop-11-24-25/
LOCATION:Augusta DHHS\, 109 Capitol Street\, Augusta\, ME\, 04330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Deaf Services
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
CREATED:20250403T132441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T132441Z
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SUMMARY:Deaf Rights Group - Lewiston
DESCRIPTION: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\, rights issues\, needs and learn about resources. Come be part of the conversation! DRG serves as the Advisory Committee to the DRM board and helps to set priorities for DRM Deaf Services. \nQuestions? Contact Mames@drme.org or VP 207-805-7024. \nDownload the flyer (PDF)!
URL:https://drme.org/event/deaf-rights-group-lewiston/
LOCATION:Maine Resiliency Center\, 184 Main Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Deaf Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T174500
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
CREATED:20250820T205928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T205928Z
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SUMMARY:Disability Rights Club - You Have Rights as a Worker
DESCRIPTION:Are you between 13-22? \nLike getting together with other folks interested in disability rights? \nJoin the DRM Disability Rights Club.  \nThe December topic is: You Have Rights as a Worker \nRegister today!
URL:https://drme.org/event/disability-rights-club-12-11-25/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Youth Self-Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
CREATED:20250829T123418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T123418Z
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SUMMARY:Visual Gestural Communication (VGC) Workshop - Lewiston
DESCRIPTION: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 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. \nRegister today!
URL:https://drme.org/event/visual-gestural-communication-vgc-workshop-12-15-25/
LOCATION:Lewiston DHHS\, 200 Main Street\, Lewiston\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Deaf Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
CREATED:20260121T144213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T144213Z
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SUMMARY:Maine CDC Children & Youth with Special Health Care Needs Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The transition from high school into the world of adulthood is a milestone for all young people. For young people with disabilities\, this milestone also means a significant shift in how education and support services are provided. A transition plan should include the three domains of Education\, Employment\, and Independent Living. \nPlease join Maine Parent Federation presenters Dylan Campbell – Youth Coordinator and Parent Trainer and Allison Wiest – Family Support Navigator\, for a webinar on transition planning during high school and beyond. This discussion is for behavioral health providers and parents and includes information about the federal and state laws related to transition planning and process\, and Maine specific planning services. \nThis training will support parents and youth to navigate the transition years and provide tools for successful adult outcomes. \nWebinar Date & Time \nFebruary 3\, 2026\, from 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM \nRegistration Link \nWebinar Registration – Zoom \nFor questions\, please contact Kimberly Gosslin\, MCH Coordinator.
URL:https://drme.org/event/maine-cdc-children-youth-with-special-health-care-needs-webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Children’s & Education Rights,Transition to Adulthood,Youth Self-Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
CREATED:20260202T175213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T175213Z
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SUMMARY:Crafting Change
DESCRIPTION:A virtual space for young Mainers with disabilities (ages 13-22) to learn self-advocacy skills and a paper craft. Come for easy paper craft projects\, stay for the chance to meet someone new! \nTuesday February 17th from 4:30-5:30pm on Zoom. \nEmail Kate at kturpen@drme.org to RSVP. \n  \nThis project was funded by U.S. Department of Education under Grant Number H421E230028. For more information\, contact Project Director Kate Turpen at Disability Rights Maine\, kturpen@drme.org.
URL:https://drme.org/event/crafting-change/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Youth Self-Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
CREATED:20260123T165055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T165155Z
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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:20260223T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
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:20260224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
CREATED:20260223T213721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T213721Z
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SUMMARY:Maine Parent Federation: Ask Us Anything Live Q&A
DESCRIPTION:Tues\, February 24th at noon \nA general forum to ask Maine Parent Federation… well… anything! Join alongside MPF staff\, community members\, and Maine families to meet us and have your questions heard. We will have the option of one-to-one breakout rooms for more private questions and personal preferences. \nPlease register with the link below. \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEucOCqqzsuE9QllHV5ECWAZKty01TqHUhZ
URL:https://drme.org/event/maine-parent-federation-ask-us-anything-live-qa/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
CREATED:20260223T214021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T214021Z
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SUMMARY:Maine Parent Federation: Voices Rising
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Group starting Tues\, February 24th at 4:00PM \nMaine Parent Federation is excited to offer another Voices Rising series led by Alyssa Mathieu. This spring\, they’ll be working alongside youth and young adults ages 14–26 to explore strategies and best practices for navigating adulthood. \nFrom February through June (2026)\, participants will engage with Empower the Learner (ETL)—a digital profile designed to help youth and young adults share their story\, identify strengths\, and reflect on their goals for adulthood. Built in Canva\, ETL provides a creative and accessible template that allows participants to create a profile about themselves\, in their own voice and style. \nAny questions contact: dcampbell@mpf.org \nFor more information and to register: https://www.mpf.org/voices-rising/
URL:https://drme.org/event/maine-parent-federation-voices-rising/
CATEGORIES:Transition to Adulthood
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
CREATED:20260223T214318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T214318Z
UID:3973-1772107200-1772110800@drme.org
SUMMARY:Maine Parent Federation: Support Group for Families of Children with Complex Medical Needs
DESCRIPTION:Thurs\, February 26th at noon \nMaine Parent Federation invites parents and caregivers of children with complex medical needs to join their  virtual support group. We encourage you to share this support group opportunity with other families that may need the support. \nThis support group will provide parents and caregivers the opportunity to connect\, find solidarity\, give and receive empathy\, share resources and provide encouragement to others who share common life experiences of medical caregiving. This group provides a confidential and safe space to share experiences related to the journey of caring for a child with complex medical needs. \nContact Allison Wiest\, awiest@mpf.org for more information. \nRegister with the link below: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIsfuuvqTkjHNatBR6x8J5To72AaPmyqMFT
URL:https://drme.org/event/mpf-support-group-022026/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
CREATED:20260205T144445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T144445Z
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SUMMARY:Sexual Health Peer Educator Training
DESCRIPTION:A paid virtual training series built to empower young adults with developmental disabilities (ages 16+) to become peer educators. Learn how to lead conversations about healthy relationships\, consent\, body rights and what it means to be a peer educator. \n\nTrainings will occur VIRTUALLY on:\n\nMarch 3\, 4-6pm – Healthy Relationships and Consent\nMarch 10\, 4-6pm – Differences of Love and Friendship and Body Rights\nMarch 17\, 4-6pm – Pathway to Help and Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation\nMarch 24\, 4-6pm – Reproductive Body Parts and Body Changes\nMarch 31\, 4-6pm – Outcomes of Sexual Intercourse and Safe Sex Methods\nApril 7\, 4-5:30 – Debrief from Virtual Sessions\n\nFacilitator Training will be IN PERSON in April 2026 \nLink to registration form: https://forms.gle/jKKs9c4Zgsocg6FG9\nEmail Kate at kturpen@drme.org if you have questions. \n 
URL:https://drme.org/event/sexual-health-training-03032026/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Youth Self-Advocacy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
CREATED:20260219T144611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T144640Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Resources to work with Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students
DESCRIPTION:Virtual: Join us on ZOOM. \nDate & Time: First Wednesday of the month from March 2026-June 2026\,12pm-1pm. \nQuestions & Registration: Email Sitara Sheik\, VR Counselor\, at Sitara.N.Sheikh@maine.gov or Sazza Carter\, Case Manager\, at Sazza.Carter@mainehealth.org \nASL interpreters provided. \nPresented by the Maine Department of Labor\, MaineHealth\, and Disability Rights Maine.
URL:https://drme.org/event/deaf-hoh-students-032026/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Children’s & Education Rights,Deaf Services
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
CREATED:20260223T214600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T212513Z
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SUMMARY:Alpha One Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Alpha One\, Maine’s Center for Independent Living (CIL)\, empowers individuals with disabilities to live independently and take control over their lives and environments. Alpha One advocates that all people with a disability have a right to self-determination and dignity\, to contribute and participate in their community\, and to achieve their full individual potential with equal access to all aspects of Maine life. Services and programs include Adaptive Driving Evaluations\, scholarships for continuing education\, peer support services\, and Youth Transition programs in participating schools. To this end\, Alpha One provides Independent Living services and programs Statewide in all 16 counties. Join Katie George to learn more! \nRegister below and contact Dylan\, dcampbell@mpf.org for more information. \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_eZI2vj3XQ22Gz8HbFgUBvQ
URL:https://drme.org/event/alpha-one-webinar-032026/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Inclusion,Deaf Services,Employment,Youth Self-Advocacy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260307
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260308
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
CREATED:20260129T173253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T150548Z
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SUMMARY:ASL Tax Day
DESCRIPTION:Join DRM Deaf Services and United Way of Southern Maine for ASL Tax Day on March 7\, 2026.\nCA$H Greater Portland is once again working with DRM Deaf Services to hold ASL Tax Day. ASL Tax Day offers free tax preparation services and financial education. ASL Tax Day will be March 7th at the UW office in Portland. Snow date is March 14.\n\nContact Tommy Minch with questions or to RSVP at tminch@drme.org or 207-805-7027.
URL:https://drme.org/event/asl-tax-day-2026/
LOCATION:United Way of Southern Maine\, 550 Forest Avenue\, Suite 100\, Portland\, ME\, 04103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Deaf Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260309T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260309T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
CREATED:20260123T172258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T172258Z
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SUMMARY:Maine Parent Federation In-Person Family Support Navigator Training
DESCRIPTION:Cohen Community Center\, Hallowell\, ME\nMonday March 9\, 2026\nAre you the parent of\, or caregiver to\, a child with a disability or special health care need?\nWould you like to share your knowledge and provide peer-to-peer support to other Maine families?\nIf so\, this in person training opportunity may be for you!\nMaine Parent Federation (MPF) is seeking parents\, grandparents\, and caregivers to children with disabilities and/or special health care needs who would like to attend this training to become a Family Support Navigator (FSN) and provide peer support to other Maine families. The FSN program matches experienced parents with other parents who need support while learning to navigate systems such as Special Education\, Vocational Rehabilitation\, MaineCare\, Adult Services\, etc.\, and assists them in locating local and statewide resources while helping parents learn to advocate for themselves. \nDuring the Pandemic all support was provided through phone\, text\, email\, and social media platforms such as Zoom. Now that restrictions are easing if both parent and Navigator agree\, meetings can be held in-person. \nA Family Support Navigator is a part-time independent consultant position. MPF contracts with you to provide up to 10 hours of support to each family you help. We pay $15.00 per hour for direct support to a family\, provide a $40 monthly stipend for phone/internet when actively working with families\, and .46 cents per mile travel reimbursement. This is a flexible opportunity where you set your own hours/schedule. MPF provides on-going supervision and technical assistance. \nThis in-person training will be held on Monday\, March 9th from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm. There will be five other pre-recorded segments to the training that you can complete at your convenience. \nOnce you have completed the training we will provide you with a $150 stipend. \nPlease contact Anne Bourque at (800) 870-7746 or email: abourque@mpf.org to receive the application and job description and/or to answer any questions.
URL:https://drme.org/event/maine-parent-federation-in-person-family-support-navigator-training/
LOCATION:Cohen Community Center\, 22 Town Farm Rd\, Hallowell\, ME\, 04347\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
CREATED:20260205T144629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T144629Z
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SUMMARY:Sexual Health Peer Educator Training
DESCRIPTION:A paid virtual training series built to empower young adults with developmental disabilities (ages 16+) to become peer educators. Learn how to lead conversations about healthy relationships\, consent\, body rights and what it means to be a peer educator. \n\nTrainings will occur VIRTUALLY on:\n\nMarch 3\, 4-6pm – Healthy Relationships and Consent\nMarch 10\, 4-6pm – Differences of Love and Friendship and Body Rights\nMarch 17\, 4-6pm – Pathway to Help and Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation\nMarch 24\, 4-6pm – Reproductive Body Parts and Body Changes\nMarch 31\, 4-6pm – Outcomes of Sexual Intercourse and Safe Sex Methods\nApril 7\, 4-5:30 – Debrief from Virtual Sessions\n\nFacilitator Training will be IN PERSON in April 2026 \nLink to registration form: https://forms.gle/jKKs9c4Zgsocg6FG9\nEmail Kate at kturpen@drme.org if you have questions. \n 
URL:https://drme.org/event/sexual-health-training-031026/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Youth Self-Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
CREATED:20260210T195210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T195210Z
UID:3925-1773336600-1773345600@drme.org
SUMMARY:2026 Justice for Women Lecture
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Community:\nHealthcare Solutions from Uganda\, East Africa\nJoin the University of Maine School of Law for the 2026 Justice for Women Lecture featuring Dr. Jane Anyango\, a globally recognized leader in nursing education\, intimate partner violence\, and community health. \nDr. Anyango will share her experience harnessing the power of community to deliver healthcare in under-resourced rural areas. Drawing on over 20 years of experience\, she will discuss her work with the Batwa people and the role of community-based nursing in addressing medical and psychosocial needs within rural communities. \nEvent Information:\nDate: Thursday\, March 12\, 2026 \n\nProgram Schedule: \n\n5:30 p.m. – Doors Open/Reception\n6:30 p.m. – Lecture Begins\n8:00 p.m. – Event Concludes\n\n\nFor more information and to register for this event\, please go to the Maine Law Website.
URL:https://drme.org/event/2026-justice-for-women-lecture/
LOCATION:Hannaford Hall\, (88 Bedford Street\, Portland\, ME)\, 88 Bedford Street\, Portland\, ME\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
CREATED:20251010T185557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T170010Z
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SUMMARY:DRM at the Maine Mariners
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun winter activity and an opportunity to support Disability Rights Maine at the same time?\nJoin DRM at the Maine Mariners on Saturday\, March 14th at 6pm.\nDuring the game\, DRM will have a disability awareness table\, and we’ll be raffling autographed gear from the Mariners. \nPurchase your ticket today! \nAccessibility Notes: \n\nFor accessible tickets\, please email: mpalma@mainemariners.com
URL:https://drme.org/event/drm-at-the-maine-mariners-2026/
LOCATION:Cross Insurance Arena\, 1 Civic Center Square\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
CREATED:20260223T215009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T215009Z
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SUMMARY:Maine Parent Federation Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Family Voices: Heart of Change\nMarch 17th\, 2026\, at the Augusta Civic Center \nThis summit is a collaborative partnership between the Maine CDC and the Maine Parent Federation\, bringing together families\, professionals\, and community organizations to learn\, connect\, and inspire meaningful change. \nMore information and registration at https://www.mpf.org/heart-of-change/
URL:https://drme.org/event/mpf-annual-conference-032026/
LOCATION:Augusta Civic Center\, 76 Community Drive\, Augusta\, ME\, 04330\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
CREATED:20260205T144731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T144731Z
UID:3897-1773763200-1773770400@drme.org
SUMMARY:Sexual Health Peer Educator Training
DESCRIPTION:A paid virtual training series built to empower young adults with developmental disabilities (ages 16+) to become peer educators. Learn how to lead conversations about healthy relationships\, consent\, body rights and what it means to be a peer educator. \n\nTrainings will occur VIRTUALLY on:\n\nMarch 3\, 4-6pm – Healthy Relationships and Consent\nMarch 10\, 4-6pm – Differences of Love and Friendship and Body Rights\nMarch 17\, 4-6pm – Pathway to Help and Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation\nMarch 24\, 4-6pm – Reproductive Body Parts and Body Changes\nMarch 31\, 4-6pm – Outcomes of Sexual Intercourse and Safe Sex Methods\nApril 7\, 4-5:30 – Debrief from Virtual Sessions\n\nFacilitator Training will be IN PERSON in April 2026 \nLink to registration form: https://forms.gle/jKKs9c4Zgsocg6FG9\nEmail Kate at kturpen@drme.org if you have questions. \n 
URL:https://drme.org/event/sexual-health-training-03172026/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Youth Self-Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
CREATED:20260306T160946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T161215Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Assistive Technology
ORGANIZER;CN="Maine CITE":MAILTO:info@mainecite.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T163223
CREATED:20260220T220929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T221303Z
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SUMMARY:Crafting Change
DESCRIPTION:March 19\, 2026 from 4:30-5:30pm on Zoom. \nA virtual space for young Mainers with disabilities (ages 13-22) to learn self-advocacy skills. This month we will be having a group zine workshop on the theme “Nothing about us without us.” \nEmail Kate at kturpen@drme.org to RSVP. \nThis project was funded by U.S. Department of Education under Grant Number H421E230028. For more information\, contact Project Director Kate Turpen at Disability Rights Maine\, kturpen@drme.org.
URL:https://drme.org/event/crafting-change-032026/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Youth Self-Advocacy
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