Some providers say the rates have been static for years, and are so low that services are at risk.
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Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Lewiston couple sues DHHS for $1 million for disabled daughter
20-year-old diagnosed with several behavioral disorders.
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Posted inLocal & State, News
Maine names new director of mental health and substance abuse services
Jessica Pollard, who has been teaching at the Yale University School of Medicine, returns to her native state to lead an office that plays a key role in responding to the opioid crisis.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Reports of child abuse in Maine spiked 26 percent in 2018, driven by 2 high-profile cases
State child welfare officials say the increase was spurred in part by increased awareness following the deaths of 2 girls.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Judge ends state senator’s lawsuit calling for more public health nurses
The administration of Gov. Janet Mills is ‘substantially complying’ with a 2017 law championed by Sen. Brownie Carson, the judge rules.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Build a better child welfare system – finally
The attention the system gets after a high-profile case should not be allowed to fade.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Promises not kept after closing of Augusta Mental Health Institute
A robust system of community-based services has not materialized, and we are all paying for it.