An independent ombudsman’s report says caseworkers still struggle in assessing risk early in investigations and when deciding whether to reunite children with parents.
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Latest coronavirus case raises new concern for Maine state workers
The largest union representing state workers questions whether enough is being done to protect them from infection.
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After losing state contract, service provider blames DHHS for death of client with disability
The CEO of Residential and Community Support Services accuses the state of dropping off Norman Fisher, 62, without the insulin he needed to treat his diabetes.
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Since 2007, 18 children have been killed in Maine homes being monitored by the state
Another 34 deaths that were ruled accidental or of natural causes occurred in homes where abuse or neglect was substantiated.
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New state office building opens in Augusta
More than 500 Maine Department of Health and Human Services and Department of Administrative and Financial Services employees will work in the building.