Federal COVID aid can boost front-line workers’ pay and ensure internet access for every disabled child.
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Posted inMaine, News, Uncategorized
Justice Department says Maine violated disabled man’s rights by limiting Medicaid services
A Feb. 10 ruling, in response to a complaint filed in May 2018, concluded that the state “failed to provide necessary services in the most integrated setting appropriate to his needs.” The state is still determining how to respond, but it could affect other individuals.
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Posted inMaine, News
Advocates seek reforms to state retirement system for disabled workers
Many agree the hurdles are too high in Maine; data show applications plummeted since 2015.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: Time to reform Maine’s services for adults with intellectual disabilities
State Department of Health and Human Services officials roll out a plan to fulfill the promises made when the Pineland Center was closed.
Posted inMaine, News
New Maine law requires private insurers to cover cost of hearing aids
The law taking effect New Year’s Day, requiring private health insurance companies and the state’s Medicaid program to cover hearing aids, could benefit the estimated 173,000 Mainers who have hearing impairment.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Maine Compass: Intellectually disabled Mainers and their families counting on state for help
A mother wants to know when her daughter can build her adult life, with the assistance she needs to succeed.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, Uncategorized
Morrison Center to merge with Bangor group
The Scarborough nonprofit offers services to people with disabilities, and says its merger with UCP of Maine will allow for strategic growth and long-term viability.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Another View: Empower people with disabilities to make own decisions
Maine should put less effort into fixing guardianship and more into helping people live without a guardian.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Walmart settles disabled Maine worker’s discrimination lawsuit
The retail giant will pay a former Augusta cashier $80,000 in back wages and change its disability reassignment policy nationwide.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: State of Maine is an unfit guardian for intellectually disabled adults
DHHS’ fiscal obligations cannot be squared with its obligation to act in its wards’ best interests.