Note: We have changed the schedule for this meeting, adn this meeting only. Typically held on the first Thursdays of every month at noon. This is an opportunity for parents/caregivers...
Maine Youth Chat is a virtual group for young people in Maine to network and learn about new opportunities. Together we will build and share skills in communication, self-advocacy, and decision...
MPF Monthly Webinar at Noon with Allison and Dylan! The Katie Beckett medical waiver is an option for children with serious health conditions. It allows access to full MaineCare benefits...
On Thursday once a month, we invite parents, caregivers, guardians, and supportive professionals working with adults with disabilities to join our virtual support group. This group will provide a safe...
For siblings (High School & Middle School age) of individuals with special needs, to provide an opportunity to explore the feelings and situations occurring in their lives, with other peers...
On the fourth Thursday of the month at noon, we invite parents and caregivers of children with complex medical needs to join our virtual support group. This support group will...
A general forum to ask us... well... anything! Join alongside MPF staff, community members, and Maine families to meet us and have your questions heard. We will have the option...
Maine Youth Chat is a virtual group for young people in Maine to network and learn about new opportunities. Together we will build and share skills in communication, self-advocacy, and decision...
Learn how Maine’s Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) account allows individuals with disabilities to save in a transactional checking account while protecting their means-tested public benefits. Owned by the...
RESCHEDULED THIS MONTH ONLY TO JUNE 5th. Typically occurs on the second Wednesday of each month. Youth Survivors Network is a virtual community for young brain injury survivors (16-25) in New...
Maine Youth Chat is a virtual group for young people in Maine to network and learn about new opportunities. Together we will build and share skills in communication, self-advocacy, and decision...
MPF Monthly Webinar at Noon with Allison and Dylan! Some of the most important decisions that must be made as an individual transitions into adulthood is where they will live,...
Maine Youth Chat is a virtual group for young people in Maine to network and learn about new opportunities. Together we will build and share skills in communication, self-advocacy, and decision...
Maine Youth Chat is a virtual group for young people in Maine to network and learn about new opportunities. Together we will build and share skills in communication, self-advocacy, and decision...
For siblings (High School & Middle School age) of individuals with special needs, to provide an opportunity to explore the feelings and situations occurring in their lives, with other peers...
Occurs on the second Wednesday of each month. Youth Survivors Network is a virtual community for young brain injury survivors (16-25) in New England, and a resource for all. Together we...
Maine Youth Chat is a virtual group for young people in Maine to network and learn about new opportunities. Together we will build and share skills in communication, self-advocacy, and decision...
Maine Youth Chat is a virtual group for young people in Maine to network and learn about new opportunities. Together we will build and share skills in communication, self-advocacy, and decision...
Typically held on the first Thursdays of every month at noon. This is an opportunity for parents/caregivers to meet and connect with other parents and MPF staff to share experiences,...
For siblings (High School & Middle School age) of individuals with special needs, to provide an opportunity to explore the feelings and situations occurring in their lives, with other peers...
Special education in Maine can be a complex and confusing system to navigate. Many parents feel overwhelmed by the various rules, regulations and overall special education language. This training is...
Occurs on the second Wednesday of each month. Youth Survivors Network is a virtual community for young brain injury survivors (16-25) in New England, and a resource for all. Together we...
Maine Youth Chat is a virtual group for young people in Maine to network and learn about new opportunities. Together we will build and share skills in communication, self-advocacy, and decision...
On Thursday once a month, we invite parents, caregivers, guardians, and supportive professionals working with adults with disabilities to join our virtual support group. This group will provide a safe...
On the fourth Thursday of the month at noon, we invite parents and caregivers of children with complex medical needs to join our virtual support group. This support group will...
Maine Youth Chat is a virtual group for young people in Maine to network and learn about new opportunities. Together we will build and share skills in communication, self-advocacy, and decision...
Typically held on the first Thursdays of every month at noon. This is an opportunity for parents/caregivers to meet and connect with other parents and MPF staff to share experiences,...
For siblings (High School & Middle School age) of individuals with special needs, to provide an opportunity to explore the feelings and situations occurring in their lives, with other peers...
S.M.A.R.T. Goals is an acronym which is helpful in constructing meaningful and achievable goals. S – Specific M – Measurable A – Attainable R – Results-Oriented T -Time-Based We can...
Occurs on the second Wednesday of each month. Youth Survivors Network is a virtual community for young brain injury survivors (16-25) in New England, and a resource for all. Together we...
Maine Youth Chat is a virtual group for young people in Maine to network and learn about new opportunities. Together we will build and share skills in communication, self-advocacy, and decision...
On Thursday once a month, we invite parents, caregivers, guardians, and supportive professionals working with adults with disabilities to join our virtual support group. This group will provide a safe...
On the fourth Thursday of the month at noon, we invite parents and caregivers of children with complex medical needs to join our virtual support group. This support group will...
Maine Youth Chat is a virtual group for young people in Maine to network and learn about new opportunities. Together we will build and share skills in communication, self-advocacy, and decision...
Typically held on the first Thursdays of every month at noon. This is an opportunity for parents/caregivers to meet and connect with other parents and MPF staff to share experiences,...
Maine Youth Chat is a virtual group for young people in Maine to network and learn about new opportunities. Together we will build and share skills in communication, self-advocacy, and decision...
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...
Occurs on the second Wednesday of each month. Youth Survivors Network is a virtual community for young brain injury survivors (16-25) in New England, and a resource for all. Together we...
On Thursday once a month, we invite parents, caregivers, guardians, and supportive professionals working with adults with disabilities to join our virtual support group. This group will provide a safe...
A general forum to ask us... well... anything! Join alongside MPF staff, community members, and Maine families to meet us and have your questions heard. We will have the option...
Typically held on the first Thursdays of every month at noon. This is an opportunity for parents/caregivers to meet and connect with other parents and MPF staff to share experiences,...
Maine Youth Chat is a virtual group for young people in Maine to network and learn about new opportunities. Together we will build and share skills in communication, self-advocacy, and decision...
SDM expands on the idea that we all ask for support from people when making decisions. Supported Decision Making is a model of decision making that allows a person to...
Occurs on the second Wednesday of each month. Youth Survivors Network is a virtual community for young brain injury survivors (16-25) in New England, and a resource for all. Together we...
Maine Youth Chat is a virtual group for young people in Maine to network and learn about new opportunities. Together we will build and share skills in communication, self-advocacy, and decision...
Understanding the different types of Social Security benefits for individuals with disabilities is not an easy task. In addition, the process to apply for benefits can also be confusing for...
Typically held on the first Thursdays of every month at noon. This is an opportunity for parents/caregivers to meet and connect with other parents and MPF staff to share experiences,...
On Thursday once a month, we invite parents, caregivers, guardians, and supportive professionals working with adults with disabilities to join our virtual support group. This group will provide a safe...
Maine Youth Chat is a virtual group for young people in Maine to network and learn about new opportunities. Together we will build and share skills in communication, self-advocacy, and decision...
A general forum to ask us... well... anything! Join alongside MPF staff, community members, and Maine families to meet us and have your questions heard. We will have the option...
NOTE: January's meeting reflect a schedule change, and we will go back to our typically scheduled meeting on the fourth Thursday of the month starting in February. We invite parents...
Maine Youth Chat is a virtual group for young people in Maine to network and learn about new opportunities. Together we will build and share skills in communication, self-advocacy, and decision...
This 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...
PLEASE NOTE: SCHEDULE CHANGE FOR THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY Typically held on the first Thursdays of every month at noon. This is an opportunity for parents/caregivers to meet and connect...
We Want to Hear From You! The Brain Injury Association of Maine has given Maine Parent Federation $10,000 dollars from their State Partnership Program Grant which is part of the Administrative...
Dental Health is essential to overall health. For parents of children with disabilities or special healthcare needs there can be additional challenges when practicing oral health at home and preparing...
Occurs on the second Wednesday of each month. Youth Survivors Network is a virtual community for young brain injury survivors (16-25) in New England, and a resource for all. Together we...
On Thursday once a month, we invite parents, caregivers, guardians, and supportive professionals working with adults with disabilities to join our virtual support group. This group will provide a safe...
A general forum to ask us... well... anything! Join alongside MPF staff, community members, and Maine families to meet us and have your questions heard. We will have the option...
Held on the fourth Thursday of the month starting in February. We invite parents and caregivers of children with complex medical needs to join our virtual support group. This support...
We Want to Hear From You! The Brain Injury Association of Maine has given Maine Parent Federation $10,000 dollars from their State Partnership Program Grant which is part of the Administrative...
We Want to Hear From You! The Brain Injury Association of Maine has given Maine Parent Federation $10,000 dollars from their State Partnership Program Grant which is part of the Administrative...
Typically held on the first Thursdays of every month at noon. This is an opportunity for parents/caregivers to meet and connect with other parents and MPF staff to share experiences,...
Occurs on the second Wednesday of each month. Youth Survivors Network is a virtual community for young brain injury survivors (16-25) in New England, and a resource for all. Together we...
Maine Youth Chat is a virtual group for young people in Maine to network and learn about new opportunities. Together we will build and share skills in communication, self-advocacy, and decision...
On Thursday once a month, we invite parents, caregivers, guardians, and supportive professionals working with adults with disabilities to join our virtual support group. This group will provide a safe...
A general forum to ask us... well... anything! Join alongside MPF staff, community members, and Maine families to meet us and have your questions heard. We will have the option...
We are excited to invite you to out Elevating Family Voice Summit! This event is a collaboration between Maine CDC, Maine State Parent Ambassadors, and Maine Parent Federation. 8:30-9:00 Check...
Held on the fourth Thursday of the month. We invite parents and caregivers of children with complex medical needs to join our virtual support group. This support group will provide...
Maine Youth Chat is a virtual group for young people in Maine to network and learn about new opportunities. Together we will build and share skills in communication, self-advocacy, and decision...
Typically held on the first Thursdays of every month at noon. This is an opportunity for parents/caregivers to meet and connect with other parents and MPF staff to share experiences,...
Note: Schedule this change this month. Youth Survivors Network is a virtual community for young brain injury survivors (16-25) in New England, and a resource for all. Together we will share...
Held on the fourth Thursday of the month. We invite parents and caregivers of children with complex medical needs to join our virtual support group. This support group will provide...
A general forum to ask us... well... anything! Join alongside MPF staff, community members, and Maine families to meet us and have your questions heard. We will have the option...
PLEASE NOTE: DAY CHANGE FOR MAY 2025, will be held on Friday May 2, 2025 - Typically held on the first Thursdays of every month at noon. This is an...
Occurs on the second Wednesday of each month. Youth Survivors Network is a virtual community for young brain injury survivors (16-25) in New England, and a resource for all. Together we...
Held on the fourth Thursday of the month. We invite parents and caregivers of children with complex medical needs to join our virtual support group. This support group will provide...
A general forum to ask us... well... anything! Join alongside MPF staff, community members, and Maine families to meet us and have your questions heard. We will have the option...
Typically held on the first Thursdays of every month at noon. This is an opportunity for parents/caregivers to meet and connect with other parents and MPF staff to share experiences,...
Audience: Teens and Young Adults (Ages 15- 25) Summary: Health is important to everyone and can look different for different people. Becoming a health advocate allows you to take control...
Some of the most important decisions that must be made as an individual transitions into adulthood is where they will live, how much independence they will have, and how they...
Occurs on the second Wednesday of each month. Youth Survivors Network is a virtual community for young brain injury survivors (16-25) in New England, and a resource for all. Together we...
NOTE: Meeting change for the month of JUNE 2025. On Thursday once a month, we invite parents, caregivers, guardians, and supportive professionals working with adults with disabilities to join our...
NOTE: Meeting change for the month of JUNE 2025. Typically Held on the fourth Thursday of the month. We invite parents and caregivers of children with complex medical needs to...
A general forum to ask us... well... anything! Join alongside MPF staff, community members, and Maine families to meet us and have your questions heard. We will have the option...
Typically held on the first Thursdays of every month at noon. This is an opportunity for parents/caregivers to meet and connect with other parents and MPF staff to share experiences,...
From September to June, MPF host a webinar each month! But don't worry, we have recording available for access at anytime under our Trainings and Webinars page. Please reach out...
Occurs on the second Wednesday of each month. Youth Survivors Network is a virtual community for young brain injury survivors (16-25) in New England, and a resource for all. Together we...
This group will provide a safe and compassionate space to share experiences, foster mutual respect, focus on self-care, and provide useful resources. We encourage everyone that has an adult...
NOTE: Meeting change for the month of JUNE 2025. Typically Held on the fourth Thursday of the month. We invite parents and caregivers of children with complex medical needs to...
A general forum to ask us... well... anything! Join alongside MPF staff, community members, and Maine families to meet us and have your questions heard. We will have the option...
Maine Youth Chat is a virtual group for young people in Maine to network and learn about new opportunities. Together we will build and share skills in communication, self-advocacy, and decision...
Typically held on the first Thursdays of every month at noon. This is an opportunity for parents/caregivers to meet and connect with other parents and MPF staff to share experiences,...
From September to June, MPF host a webinar each month! But don't worry, we have recording available for access at anytime under our Trainings and Webinars page. Please reach out...
Occurs on the second Wednesday of each month. Youth Survivors Network is a virtual community for young brain injury survivors (16-25) in New England, and a resource for all. Together we...
Maine Youth Chat is a virtual group for young people in Maine to network and learn about new opportunities. Together we will build and share skills in communication, self-advocacy, and decision...
This group will provide a safe and compassionate space to share experiences, foster mutual respect, focus on self-care, and provide useful resources. We encourage everyone that has an adult...
NOTE: Meeting change for the month of JUNE 2025. Typically Held on the fourth Thursday of the month. We invite parents and caregivers of children with complex medical needs to...
A general forum to ask us... well... anything! Join alongside MPF staff, community members, and Maine families to meet us and have your questions heard. We will have the option...
Typically held on the first Thursdays of every month at noon. This is an opportunity for parents/caregivers to meet and connect with other parents and MPF staff to share experiences,...
