Consumer Council System of Maine
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The Consumer Council System of Maine represents fellow consumers with an effective, organized voice in shaping public policy and mental health services.
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- First Draft: Co-Occurring Capable Peer WorkforceISSUE: As Maine returns to being co-occurring capable, which is required for Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs), we would like to highlight the need for both Intentional Peer Support Specialists (IPSS) and Recovery Coaches
- Concept Draft: Co-occurring Capable Peer WorkforceISSUE: As Maine returns to being co-occurring capable, which is required for Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs), we would like to highlight the need for both Intentional Peer Support Specialists and Recovery Coaches to
- Final Draft: Inappropriate Emergency Room DischargeThis Issue: We are holding a conversation on this severe and urgent statewide issue, impacting most communities and that this issue cannot be solved by one entity. Our goal is to bring awareness to this
- Seeking Peer Feedback: Telehealth Mental Health Services in MaineCCSM is inviting peers who have used telehealth toaccess mental healthservices in Maine to share their experiences People with lived experience know firsthand what is working, what is not working, and what needs to change. Your voice has the power
Current News
- Deadline Extended! 2027 Peer Artwork Calendar – Seeking Submissions!Our annual fundraiser 2027 Peer Art Calendar Project that highlights the powerful creativity of peers with lived experience in mental health is still seeking applications! Link HERE!This full-sized wall calendar will feature original artwork submitted by peers across the state, with each
- Consumer Council System of Maine Newsletter Fall 2026FROM OUR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Hello everyone, and welcome to the CCSM fall newsletter! As I look out my window there is a spectacular view of colored leaves everywhere and there are small piles of downed leaves as well. Do you have
- New Episodes! Music, Mental Health, and the Stories We CarryA new Episode Series of Our Voice of ME is HERE: Music & Mental Health We’re excited to share two new episodes of Our Voice of ME ARE HERE, that explore the powerful connection between music and mental health! In
- Maine Candidates share their thoughts on Disability & PrioritiesCCSM and our partners at Disability Rights Maine, Speaking Up For Us, The University of Maine Center for Community Inclusion and Disability Studies, and Maine Developmental Disabilities Council, are pleased to share candidate videos featuring those running for Governor, U.S.
Upcoming Events
MOST CCSM MEETINGS ARE CURRENTLY BEING HELD BOTH IN PERSON AND ONLINE VIA ZOOM! CHECK EACH POSTING FOR MORE DETAILS!
To access a meeting, click on the link below and it will take you to that meetings calendar post on our website. Log-in information for both Zoom video and phone-only access is listed under that posting.
If you have trouble logging in, please contact the CCSM office: (207) 430-8300.
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- 7Legislative Subcommittee Meeting10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- 8SCC Members Meeting5:00 pm - 6:30 pmThis is a virtual meeting for members of the SCC only. For more information, please contact the CCSM office at 1-877-207-5073 or 207-430-8300. For ZOOM please use this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8938611710 , ...
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- 12Indigenous Peoples’ Day – OFFICE CLOSEDAll Day
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- 14Issues Subcommittee Meeting10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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- 19Lewiston/Auburn Local Council Meeting2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- 20Farmington Local Council Meeting1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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- 27Bangor Local Council Meeting5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- 28Augusta Local Council Meeting5:00 pm - 7:00 pmYou may attend this local council meeting online via Zoom. To join by video, click the link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8938611710 To join by phone only (no computer needed), dial: 1-929-205-6099 Enter Webinar / Meeting ID# when prompted: 893 861 1710 No Password Needed! ———————– Do you or have you received mental h , ...
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