As commissioners of the Maine departments of Health and Human Services and Corrections, we work toward making some of our services unnecessary.
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Fingerprinting set to begin for employees in child care
Former Gov. Paul LePage’s refusal to implement the requirement ultimately cost the state $800,000 in federal grants.
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Posted inNews, Politics
Commission calls for pay hike for workers who provide home care for senior citizens
How much the increase to 125% of the state’s minimum wage would cost the state is not yet clear.
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Child welfare watchdog finds progress but ongoing concerns for DHHS
Lawmakers were briefed Friday on a report that highlights successes and challenges 2 years after 2 high-profile abuse deaths put a spotlight on the agency’s child welfare programs.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: For Maine trafficking survivors, a place of safety
The one-year anniversary of the state’s first shelter for sex exploitation and trafficking victims raises awareness of what we can all do to make a difference.
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Advocates push bill to eliminate waitlists for adults with certain disabilities
Providing services for about 2,000 Mainers with intellectual, developmental disabilities who are now on waiting lists would cost about $60 million a year.
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.
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State’s rush to judgment almost took this boy from his family
Jaxen Steimlosk, 4, of North Yarmouth has lived with serious health problems for most of his life. But officials accused his mother of medical child abuse and tried to assume custody.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: Better, more affordable health insurance in store for Maine if Gov. Mills’ coverage bill becomes law
Contrary to a recent op-ed. a new bill won’t raise premiums, and it will capture savings, says Maine’s DHHS commissioner and insurance superintendent.
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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.