Vital Consumer Links
The consumer counsel system of Maine The Consumer Council System of Maine exists to make sure consumers/peers of mental health services have a significant voice in what happens in Maine’s adult mental health service system. Our work takes place at the legislature, the Office of Adult Mental Health Services, local communities, and many other settings, doing whatever we can to bring forward our ideas and strategies for consumer-driven, recovery-based services. CLICK HERE: http://www.maineccsm.org Grievance or Complaints  The staff are always available to accomodate concerns, issues, or complaints.  In addition, you may report your concerns directly to the Department of Health and Human Serivces at the following web site: CLICK HERE: http://www.maine.gov/dhhs/dlrs/complaint/home.html
Affiliations and Organizations
Board of Counseling Professionals Licensure - Purpose The Board of Counseling Professionals Licensure was created to ensure that the public is protected by a common code of standards and ethics among those who represent themselves as professional counselors qualified to assess and treat interpersonal and other dysfunctional behaviors, and to assist in the overall development and adjustment of those they serve. The primary responsibility of the Board is to examine and license qualified applicants to practice as professional counselors, clinical professional counselors, marriage and family therapists, pastoral counselors and registered counselors in Maine. CLICK HERE: Maine State Board of Counseling Professionals The American Counseling Association  is a not-for-profit, professional and educational organization that is dedicated to the growth and enhancement of the counseling profession. Founded in 1952, ACA is the world's largest association exclusively representing professional counselors in various practice settings. CLICK HERE: The American Counseling Association National Board of Certified Counselors continues its unwavering commitment to quality assurance, standards of practice and globalization of counseling. Over the last three decades, we have witnessed continued growth in both the prominence and recognition of the counseling profession. CLICK HERE: The National Board of Certified Counselors Board of Alcohol & Drug Counselors - Purpose The State Board of Alcohol and Drug Counselors was established to ensure high professional standards among alcohol and drug counselors which promotes quality treatment and rehabilitation services of substance abusers.    The primary responsibilities of the Board are to evaluate applicant qualifications, examine applicants, grant licenses to those who meet board requirements, investigate complaints, and take appropriate disciplinary action against licensees. CLICK HERE: Maine Board of Alcohol and Drug Counselors Maine Driver Education and Evaluation Programs For OUI Offenders -- D.E.E.P. The Driver Education and Evaluation Programs (DEEP) are the Legislatively mandated (5 MRSA c.521, Sub-c. V) Operating Under the Influence (OUI) countermeasures programs in the state of Maine. The goal of the programs is to lessen the incidence of injury, disability and fatality that results from alcohol and other drug related motor vehicle crashes, and to reduce the risk of re-offense for OUI. CLICK HERE: The Driver Evaluation and Education Program (DEEP) The Advocacy Initiative Network (the Network) is a statewide organization developed by, for and with customers of mental health services throughout Maine. Our mission is to support the creation and sustainability of programs & initiatives that provide a better quality of life for Maine consumers. CLICK HERE: Advocacy Initiative Network CLICK HERE: Department of Health & Human Services CLICK HERE: Disability Rights Center CLICK HERE: Good Shepherd Food Bank CLICK HERE: National Alliance Mentally Ill CLICK HERE: National Empowerment Center CLICK HERE: Food Cupboards In Maine CLICK HERE: Maine Homeless Shelters
www.duiarresthelp.com/states/maine/oui-laws.php	Up-to-date information for OUI offenders regarding Maine OUI laws and various penalties for each offense level.
Community Links
FOR AN UPDATE OF THE FOLLOWING, YOU MAY CLICK: http://www.qualitycareforme.com/MaineMembers_Links.htm www.BangorParksandRec.com   Support/Help   www.mainewarmline.org The Maine Warm Line, a toll-free mental health, peer-to-peer, non-crisis phone support service to adults in Maine. www.gearparentnetwork.com The Gear Parent Network is a statewide, parent-run organization providing opportunities for parents of children with emotional and behavioral health needs to support each other. www.tobaccofreemaine.org Partnership for a Tobacco-Free Maine, offering a wide range of information and resources related to smoking cessation and other tobacco related issues. www.aamaine.orgwww.namaine.org Maine websites for Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous, which are self-help groups for people who would like to stop drinking or taking drugs. www.mecasa.org The Maine Coalition Against Sexual Assault is a group that hopes to put an end to sexual violence in Maine, and have ongoing support and services for victims and survivors of sexual violence. www.mcedv.org     http://www.bpso.org/index.php Maine Coalition to End Domestic Violence, a statewide organization whose goal is to end domestic violence in Maine. The material presented on this site is intended to provide information and support to the spouses, families, friends and other loved ones of those who suffer from bipolar disorder (manic-depression). These resources have helped many of us inform ourselves, cope with behaviors that sometimes arise from the illness, better understand our own reactions, and determine how we may best support our loved ones in their efforts to understand and live with this often terrible disease. Advocacy   www.thenetwork123.com Advocacy Initiative Network (the Network) is a statewide organization developed by, for, and with adult consumers of mental health services throughout Maine. Information, resources, activities and news. www.maineccsm.org Consumer Council System of Maine. Statewide and regional consumer council system developed to advise the Department of Health and Human Services and others about public policy and all issues important to consumers in Maine. www.drcme.org The Disability Rights Center of Maine is a statewide advocacy agency for people with disabilities. www.mpf.org Maine Parent Federation, a statewide private non-profit organization that provides information, advocacy, education, and training to parents and professionals to benefit all children. Resources   www.211maine.org A phone and website based health and human services information and referral service system for the entire State of Maine. www.mentalhealthamerica.net Mental Health America (formerly known as the National Mental Health Association) is the country’s leading nonprofit dedicated to helping ALL people live mentally healthier lives. www.mainehealthforum.org Maine Health Forum website shares healthcare information and resources for those interested in better health for themselves and for all of Maine. www.namimaine.org Maine branch of the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Information, resources and support groups for consumers and family members. www.mentalhealthrecovery.com Website of Mary Ellen Copeland, a leading consumer author and trainer on mental health recovery and wellness. www.facingus.org Sponsored by DBSA (Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance). The clubhouse is an online place for those seeking inspiration and support for living a full, healthy and happy life. www.i-carepharmacy.com I-Care Pharmacy is a Maine owned and operated company in Fort Fairfield, Aroostook County, Maine. They offer the convenience of mailing your MaineCare prescriptions to your home. Government   www.ssa.gov Social Security Administration website about benefits. www.maine.gov Department of Health and Human Services MaineCare Manual where you can find details about Maine Care regulations. mentalhealth.samhsa.gov The Center for Mental Health Services (CMHS) is an agency of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. This particular link goes directly to the consumer/survivor page where other resources can be found. www.maine.gov State of Maine website to access all programs of the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). www.mymainecare.com Schaller Anderson is the company that provides case management services for MaineCare members that have complex medical and behavioral health care needs.