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SUMMARY:Visual-Gestural Communication Workshop
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. \nApril 6 (Sanford) \nSanford District Office\n890 Main Street\, Suite 208\nSanford\, ME 04073\nConference Room A&B \nRegister for April 6th training (Sanford) here.
URL:https://drme.org/event/vgc-040626/
LOCATION:Sanford DHHS District Office\, 890 Main Street\, Suite 208\, Sanford\, ME\, 04073\, United States
CATEGORIES:Deaf Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T113000
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SUMMARY:Deaf Rights Group
DESCRIPTION:The Deaf Rights Group invites everyone to join the next meeting on April 7th with the Maine Deaf Senior Citizens from 10-11:30am at the GBSD Cafeteria. We will also be joined by the Southern Maine Agency on Aging for a presentation on their programs for older adults\, and a presentation about health insurance by DRM. This is an open meeting to share information\, discuss systemic needs\, and celebrate the accomplishments of the Deaf Community in Maine. Your voice and participation matter—come and join us and be part of the conversation! \nASL interpreters provided. \nQuestions? Contact: tminch@drme.org or VP 207-805-7027
URL:https://drme.org/event/drg-040726/
LOCATION:Governor Baxter School for the Deaf\, 1 Mackworth Island\, Falmouth\, ME\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T160000
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CREATED:20260205T145106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T145106Z
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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.
URL:https://drme.org/event/sexual-health-training-040726/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Youth Self-Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054608
CREATED:20260316T153538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T161714Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Assistive Technology
ORGANIZER;CN="Maine CITE":MAILTO:info@mainecite.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T163000
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CREATED:20260324T204605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T204605Z
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SUMMARY:ME Juvenile Court Listening Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Sessions April 8th\, 10th\, and 22nd \nYPC and Place Matters are hosting listening sessions with youth and families who have experienced Maine’s Juvenile Court System and want to share their expertise. Join a session and share your experiences and ideas for change. All eligible attendees will be paid a $75 stipend for their time. \nThere are two session options for youth (April 8th 3-4:30 PM and April 22nd 12-1:30 PM) and one for families (April 10th 12-1:30 PM). Fill out the form to check eligibility and sign up: tinyurl.com/3b9wk8se
URL:https://drme.org/event/me-juvenile-court-listening-session-040826/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054608
CREATED:20260324T205023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T205023Z
UID:4025-1775822400-1775827800@drme.org
SUMMARY:ME Juvenile Court Listening Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Sessions April 8th\, 10th\, and 22nd \nYPC and Place Matters are hosting listening sessions with youth and families who have experienced Maine’s Juvenile Court System and want to share their expertise. Join a session and share your experiences and ideas for change. All eligible attendees will be paid a $75 stipend for their time. \nThere are two session options for youth (April 8th 3-4:30 PM and April 22nd 12-1:30 PM) and one for families (April 10th 12-1:30 PM). Fill out the form to check eligibility and sign up: tinyurl.com/3b9wk8se
URL:https://drme.org/event/me-juvenile-court-listening-sessions-041026/
CATEGORIES:Children’s & Education Rights,Transition to Adulthood,Youth Self-Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T120000
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CREATED:20260324T204914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T204914Z
UID:4024-1776859200-1776859200@drme.org
SUMMARY:ME Juvenile Court Listening Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Sessions April 8th\, 10th\, and 22nd \nYPC and Place Matters are hosting listening sessions with youth and families who have experienced Maine’s Juvenile Court System and want to share their expertise. Join a session and share your experiences and ideas for change. All eligible attendees will be paid a $75 stipend for their time. \nThere are two session options for youth (April 8th 3-4:30 PM and April 22nd 12-1:30 PM) and one for families (April 10th 12-1:30 PM). Fill out the form to check eligibility and sign up: tinyurl.com/3b9wk8se
URL:https://drme.org/event/me-juvenile-court-listening-sessions-042226/
CATEGORIES:Children’s & Education Rights,Transition to Adulthood,Youth Self-Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054608
CREATED:20260202T223651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T225424Z
UID:3884-1777280400-1777291200@drme.org
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:20260429T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054608
CREATED:20260331T151909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T151909Z
UID:4047-1777456800-1777460400@drme.org
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:20260506T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054608
CREATED:20260219T144833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T184845Z
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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-052026/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Children’s & Education Rights,Deaf Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054608
CREATED:20260202T224120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T225634Z
UID:3885-1779094800-1779105600@drme.org
SUMMARY:Visual Gestural Communication Workshop
DESCRIPTION:May 18\, 2026 in Caribou\, 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?13336047
URL:https://drme.org/event/vgc-052026/
LOCATION:Caribou DHHS District Office\, 30 Skyway Drive\, Unit 100\, Caribou\, ME\, 04736\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Community Inclusion,Inpatient Psychiatric Settings & Group Homes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054608
CREATED:20260219T144911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T184910Z
UID:3960-1780488000-1780491600@drme.org
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:20260622T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T054608
CREATED:20260202T224303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T151702Z
UID:3886-1782118800-1782129600@drme.org
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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