Disability Resources
Disability Rights Maine – Maine’s Protection & Advocacy agency that works at the state level to protect individuals with developmental disabilities by empowering them and advocating on their behalf. Check out their simple yet informative overview of how to be a self-advocate: A Basic Guide to Self-Advocacy
The Center for Community Inclusion and Disability Studies (CCIDS) at University of Maine brings together the resources of the university and Maine communities to enhance the quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. For a helpful compilation of Maine resources for individuals and families, click here.
Click here to read Maine Statute §5605: Rights and basic protections of a person with an intellectual disability or autism
Click here to read an article explaining the major differences between Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI).
Click here to visit DSPortal, a site created by a Direct Support Professional to help individuals find activities in their locality. Simply enter your zip code and activities in your area will show up!
Virtual Educational Resources
Friends From the Field Webinar Series cohosted by Blue Hill Heritage Trust and Island Heritage Trust. Weekly webinars “featuring local naturalists, professionals from environmentally focused organizations, and outdoor learning experts to share their knowledge, virtually, during a time when we can’t all be out in the field together.”
Online arts courses offered by Art Waves MDI.
Yoga classes on Zoom! Offered by Blue Hill Yoga.
Blue Hill Library offers online services such as technology workshops, gardening advice, and virtual chess!