Happy Wednesday!

This is the Community Caring Collaborative Weekly Communiqué where we share announcements about trainings, meetings and other events, including announcements from our collaborative partners. Look for links to meeting minutes and agendas in the Meetings section, training registration forms and flyers in the Events section, and job postings and other items of interest in the Announcements section. Subscribe here to get the Communiqué. Make sure to add Community Caring Collaborative to your contacts at claurel@cccmaine.org. Gmail users, check for the Communiqué under the Promotions tab. This mailing goes out every Wednesday, so if you have announcements, please send them to Christine by 5 pm Monday to be included. Thanks!

Photo above: May 16th is the date for this year’s Elder Abuse Summit at the Augusta Civic Center. More information & registration for this day-long, multidisciplinary event for professionals working to prevent, detect, and respond to elder abuse. (photo courtesy of Pixabay).

Announcements

Downeast MAT Expansion ECHO: Healthy Acadia in collaboration with Qualidigm (formerly Maine Quality Counts) invites you to join a local effort to respond to Maine’s opioid epidemic through education, skill-building, and networking for Downeast clinicians. The Downeast MAT Expansion ECHO program seeks to build local capacity to treat individuals who are struggling with OUDs across Hancock and Washington Counties by offering free education, skill building, and networking to clinicians and the practices they work in. Healthy Acadia, working closely with many key community partners, is offering a two-part Project ECHO program over the coming year. Sign up for one or both!

Part 1: MAT Readiness Academy: June 12, July 10, August 14; 11:30 am – 1:00 pm. Meetings will be held virtually using an online platform (Zoom)

Part 2: MAT Expansion: Second Wednesday of the month from September 2019 to May 2020; 11:30 am – 1:00 pm. Meetings will be held virtually using Zoom.

Download a flyer for more information. Project ECHO® (Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes) is an evidence-based educational model developed by researchers at the University of New Mexico.

Hot Topics in Employment: On June 11th, the law firm of Rudman & Winchell will present a lunch & learn on three of the hottest topics facing employers in employment law: drug use; sexual and other prohibited harassment; and workplace accommodation. Washington County Community College is hosting this event from 11:00 to 1:30 in the Assembly Room. Download a flyer for more information. Reserve your seat by contacting Dawn Spinney at dspinney@rudmanwinchell.com or 207.992.2302.

MRBN Conference Save the Date: On Thursday, May 30th, the Maine Resilience Building Network will offer a one-day conference, Building Resilience Across the Lifespan. Sessions will include: The Social Emotional Learning; Cool Calm Kids, Poverty and Resilience: Surviving to Thriving and Grandparents as Caregivers: Realities and Resources. Visit our events page on the MRBN website for updates. Registration will open soon. Free to MRBN members! Space will be limited.

Donna Beegle’s Poverty & Coaching Institutes: The intensive two-day Beegle Poverty Immersion Institute and Coaching Institute are coming to the University of New England in Portland, Maine this summer. Both institutes are presented by Dr. Donna M. Beegle, an authentic poverty expert who has been inspiring and educating individuals, organizations, politicians, and entire communities for over 30 years with proven models that make a real difference. See the links below for more information:

Jul 09-10, 2019 Poverty Immersion Institute
Jul 11-12, 2019 Coaching Institute (registration not open yet, but check back soon)

Your announcement could go here: email the details to Christine by 5 pm Monday for inclusion in Wednesday’s Weekly Communiqué. Photos and links are appreciated.

Updates

This is where we post updates on programs, research, initiatives and pending legislation.

Business advising, workshops and events for women in business: Coastal Enterprises, Inc. (CEI) has named Ruth Feldman as Program Director of the Women’s Business Center at CEI with a focus on rural Maine, headquartered at Sunrise County Economic Council in Machias. Ruth offers free, confidential business advising on:
•   Business plan development
•   Financing options
•   Business skills, such as marketing and financial management
•   Buying or selling a business
•   Workshops and training events on a variety of business issues
• Opportunities for networking with other business owners, and more.
Contact Ruth at 207-241-5592 or Ruth.Feldman@ceimaine.org

One-Time Events

SAGE Maine Spring Symposium:
April 27, 2019
SAGE Maine (Services & Advocacy for GLBT Elders) invites you to a spring symposium with reception following at Maple Hill Farm Inn and Conference Center in Hallowell, from 8 am — 5 pm. Speakers include Governor Janet Mills and Serena Worthington (SAGE USA). Workshop Themes include:

LGBTQ+ Health and Wellness
The Power of Relationship to Reduce Isolation
Creating Programming in our Communities
Building ‘Age Friendly’ LGBTQ+ Communities

and MANY OTHER FUN EVENTS. Online Registration will be on the SAGE Maine website after March 15th.

Basic Record Keeping Class:
April 29, 2019
Sunrise County Economic Council is holding a two-hour workshop on the basics of record keeping. Participants will learn how to turn data into the reports they need. Presented by Sharon Foster on April 29th, 9–11 am at 7 Ames Way, Machias. Register here.

Building Your Brand:
May 1, 2019
Sunrise County Economic Council invites businesses and organizations to a free workshop on the importance of a strong brand, how to build your brand “voice,” and have a strong, visual identity. Special focus will be placed on how participants can use this knowledge to promote their brand online. This workshop will be held from 11 am to 1 pm at 7 Ames Way, Machias (next door to the Machias Grange). Details and Registration here.

Mandated Reporter Training:
May 1, 2019
CCC is hosting a free mandated reporter training presented by Barbara Koch, Community Educator with the Washington County CAN Council. Participants will be registered with the State of Maine and receive a certificate of completion in the mail. This training will be in the format of a brown bag lunch in the large conference room at Sunrise County Economic Council, 7 Ames Way, from 11:15 am to 1:00 pm on May 1st. Bring your lunch – CCC will provide beverages and dessert. Sign up for this training by emailing Christine. Download a flyer to share with colleagues.

The Healing Garden Rescheduled:
May 1, 2019
A 2-hour workshop on Horticultural Therapy (HT) presented by Elin MacKinnon, LCSW, for direct care staff, program administrators, educators, parents and gardeners. This workshop was originally scheduled for April 3rd but was cancelled due to a spring snowstorm. The time frame is the same as the original (3:30 — 5:30 pm) but the location has changed to the Downeast Recovery Support Center at 11 Free Street, Machias.

Maine Association for Infant Mental Health Conference:
May10, 2019
Save the date for “A New Look at Mindfulness in Our Work with Families” — the 32nd annual conference at the downtown Freeport Hilton Garden Inn. Michael Trout, M.A. is the featured speaker. Details in conference brochure. Please contact Debra Nugent Johnston with any questions at DebraNJ@aol.com.

Wisdom Inquiry:
May 14, 2019
Engaging Communities Though Social and Print Media is another in the “Ideas & Experience Exchange: Wisdom Inquiry” webinar series organized by the Tri-State Learning Collborative on Aging. Join us from 12 – 1 pm to focus on engaging communities through social and print media. We are thrilled to have hosts Denise Plante, coordinator of Age-Friendly Jackman, Nancy Davis, President of Bethel Area Age-Friendly Community Initiative, and Vivian Winterhoff and Mary Secor, from Organized Acts of Kindness for Seniors in NH. They will host the conversation about successes and challenges of using social and print media to engage the community. Share ideas that have worked in your community to increase community engagement and to glean ideas from other lifelong community leaders! Register here.

Elder Abuse Summit:
May 16, 2019
The 2019 Elder Abuse Summit will be held on May 16th from 9:30 am — 4:15 pm at the Augusta Civic Center. Cost of attendance is $45 (limited scholarships available upon request). This is a day-long, multidisciplinary event for professionals working to prevent, detect, and respond to elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation. The day will include presentations from local and international experts in the field (see Summit Agenda and read speaker bios). Contact and registration information here.

True Senior Prom:
May 19, 2019
Washington County activities directors invite staff in assisted living and nursing homes to bring their residents to the “True Senior Prom” – a special afternoon event on May 19th from 2-4 pm in the Machias Memorial High School gymnasium. Elders living at home are also invited to attend this free activity (donations welcome). Join us for music, dancing, finger food & punch and all the fun of a prom, including a drawing for Prom King & Queen! Formal attire welcome. Download this flyer for more information. RSVP to Christine at claurel@cccmaine.org. This event is supported by Washington County Thriving in Place, an initiative funded by the Maine Health Access Foundation.

MCH & Substance Exposed Infant Conference:
May 22 & 23, 2019
DHHS’s Maternal and Child Health & Substance Exposed Infant Conference, Building Pathways of Hope and Success, at Jeff’s Catering in Brewer. Registration is currently closed but you can sign up for the waiting list. This two day conference is an educational opportunity for clinicians, medical and social service providers, prevention professionals, public health professionals, behavioral health professionals, community members, parents, and others to discuss strategies to optimize maternal and child health. The presenters each day will provide a host of information related to Health Equity, Trauma Informed Care, Eat Sleep Console, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, Maternal Depression, Prenatal Substance Exposure, and the many resources available to this population at large.

Lesson’s Learned from Maine’s Lifelong Communities Movement:
May 30, 2019
Save the date for this special learning and networking event specifically designed for lifelong communities initiatives including Age-Friendly Communities, village models, and independent lifelong community planning efforts, sponsored by the University of Maine Center on Aging in partnership with the Maine Community Foundation at the Hilton Garden Inn, Bangor, 10:30 am — 4:30 pm. Details in this flyer. Full Program will be announced shortly, but registration is already open.

MRBN Conference Save the Date:
May 30, 2019
The Maine Resilience Building Network will offer a one-day conference, Building Resilience Across the Lifespan. Sessions will include: The Social Emotional Learning; Cool Calm Kids, Poverty and Resilience: Surviving to Thriving and Grandparents as Caregivers: Realities and Resources. Visit our events page on the MRBN website for updates. Registration will open soon. Free to MRBN members! Space will be limited.

Hot Topics in Employment:
June 11, 2019
The law firm of Rudman & Winchell will present a lunch & learn on three of the hottest topics facing employers in employment law: drug use; sexual and other prohibited harassment; and workplace accommodation. Washington County Community College is hosting this event from 11:00 to 1:30 in the Assembly Room. Download a flyer for more information. Reserve your seat by contacting Dawn Spinney at dspinney@rudmanwinchell.com or 207.992.2302.

Maine Geriatrics Conference:
June 13-14, 2019
Early Bird registration ends May 1st for the 29th annual Maine Geriatrics Conference “where policy meets practice,” at the Harborside Hotel, Bar Harbor. Speaker lineup includes:

Wendy Lustbader, MSW, University of Washington School of Social Work, Seattle, WA.
Toni Miles, MD, PhD, University of Georgia, Athens
Lewis A. Lipsitz, MD, Institute for Aging Research, Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Boston, MA
Mikhail Kogan, MD, George Washington Center for Integrative Medicine, Washington, DC

Details in this brochure and class schedule with descriptions.

Donna Beegle’s Poverty Institute:
July 9-10, 2019
The intensive two-day Beegle Poverty Immersion Institute is coming to the University of New England in Portland, Maine this summer. This institute is presented by Dr. Donna M. Beegle, an authentic poverty expert who has been inspiring and educating individuals, organizations, politicians, and entire communities for over 30 years with proven models that make a real difference. For more information visit Poverty Immersion Institute.

Donna Beegle’s Coaching Institute:
July 11-12, 2019
The intensive two-day Beegle Coaching Institute is coming to the University of New England in Portland, Maine this summer. This institute is presented by Dr. Donna M. Beegle, an authentic poverty expert who has been inspiring and educating individuals, organizations, politicians, and entire communities for over 30 years with proven models that make a real difference. For more information visit Coaching Institute (registration not open yet, but check back soon).

Innovations in Dementia Care:
October 28, 2019 (revised date)
Save this date for the Fourteenth Annual University of Maine Clinical Geriatrics Colloquium, 8 am-4 pm at the Wells Conference Center, University of Maine. Orono, ME. Anticipated topics include:

Population Health, Prevention, Genetics, Risk, & Resilience
Environments of Care
Screening & Diagnosis
Dementia & Driving
Caring for the Caregiver
What is High Quality Dementia Care?

Registration Information Coming Soon. Details in this flyer.

Serial Classes & Groups

classes, play groups, support circles and other repeating events

Part 1: MAT Readiness Academy: June 12, July 10, August 14; 11:30 am – 1:00 pm. Meetings will be held virtually using an online platform (Zoom)

Part 2: MAT Expansion: Second Wednesday of the month from September 2019 to May 2020; 11:30 am – 1:00 pm. Meetings will be held virtually using Zoom.

Download a flyer for more information. Project ECHO® (Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes) is an evidence-based educational model developed by researchers at the University of New Mexico.

Gerontology Course Summer 2019: The UMaine Center on Aging announces a 7-week online course in Gerontology this summer: May 20 through July 10, 2019. GRN 502: Interprofessional Care of Older Adults in Diverse Settings (3 cr.) GRN 502 is one of 3 online courses in the UMaine Interprofessional Graduate Certificate Program in Gerontology. More information on the Certificate Program here.

WC CAN Co-Parenting Connection Classes: Calais on Tuesdays 5 — 7 pm, beginning January 22nd; and at Sunrise Opportunities (232 Court Street), Wednesdays 3 — 4:30 pm beginning January 23rd. Contact Mandie Pepperman with questions at 263-5270.

Nurturing Program: The CAN Council invites parents to a multi-session educational program sharing tips and tricks to help navigate the difficult challenges of parenting. Lots of opportunity for discussion and questions – free refreshments and childcare. Text/call Mandie at 263-5270 to sign up. See flyer for locations and dates.

Calais Circle of Parents Playgroup:
The WC CAN Council with partner Maine Families is holding a playgroup on Tuesdays 11 am – 12 pm beginning in September at the Calais Recreation Center, 344 Main Street. “Get a chance to meet other parents while your kiddo gets some energy out.” Contact Mandie Pepperman with questions at is 263-5270.

Community of Practice Groups:
6-8 pm
Maine Roads to Quality invites Early Care & Education professionals to join one of 2 community of practice groups:

Calais Community of Practice meets on the second Tuesday of each month at WCCC – Riverview Hall, Room 115 (Multi Media Room
Machias Community of Practice meets on the 4th Monday of each month at UMM – Torrey Hall, Room 228

For more information or to register, please contact Theresa Fisk, District Early Childhood and Youth Coordinator – 207-956-2070 or email: theresa.fisk@maine.edu.

Standing Meetings

Monthly and quarterly meetings

2019 MRBN: Save these dates for Maine Resilience Building Network meetings held at EduCare in Waterville:

May 30, 2019
Sept 26, 2019
October 31, 2019

Washington County Food Pantry Network: Here are the NOTES From the March Meeting on this shared google doc. Apologies for the gaps in the note-taking. The presentations were so interesting! Please fill in if you can update the information. The network offers technical and infrastructure support and education to all of the county’s pantries as well as to provide an opportunity for pantries to share successes and struggles. Dessert, beverages and gas cards will be provided to all food pantry participants. Meeting dates (Thursdays) and locations for 2019 are as follows:

June 6, 1-4 pm at Lubec Community Outreach Center, 44 South St in Lubec (the old high school). We will update you as to whether internet connection in Lubec can support virtual participation. Conference call in info will be provided.
Oct 3, 1-4 pm; Location to be determined.

Questions? Contact Regina Grabrovac at our Machias Healthy Acadia office by phone at 255 3741 or by email at regina@healthyacadia.org

Calais Area Breast Cancer Support Group: meets on the 4th Friday of each month at 3 PM at the Calais United Methodist Church, 849 Main St. (downstairs parlor), in Calais. This free “gathering” is a comforting and safe environment to find encouragement and hope. Open to all that have a breast cancer diagnosis. FMI call Marianne at 454-0501. Download a flyer for more information.

Caregivers Support Group: Join other family/informal caregivers monthly for a supportive meeting at the Maine Veterans Home in Machias, facilitated by Lisa King, LCPC, on the first Friday of the month from 2-4 pm. Contact Lisa King for more information.

Work Group & Poverty Busters: Join this meeting of direct service providers to share resources and network with other providers in your area. The next meeting is May 1st (download agenda), in the large conference room at SCEC, 7 Ames Way, Machias, from 1 — 3:00 pm with another 30 minutes for informal networking and discussion. RSVP to Christine.

Needs & Offers

Send us your agency/community needs or offers, such as job recruiting or housing needs.

True Senior Prom formal attire needed: Washington County activities directors are looking for donations of gently used formal attire (gowns in larger sizes especially needed) to outfit residents in area assisted living and nursing homes for the“True Senior Prom” – a special afternoon event on May 19th from 2-4 pm in the Machias Memorial High School gymnasium. Donations may be dropped off at Healthy Acadia’s Machias office, 121 Court Street. This event is supported by Washington County Thriving in Place, an initiative funded by the Maine Health Access Foundation.

Healthy Acadia is hiring: Healthy Acadia seeks an experienced Nutrition Educator to join a dynamic team passionate about making it easier for all people to lead healthier lives. Reporting to the Food Programs Director, the Maine SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educator promotes nutrition-based education to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) eligible people throughout Washington County. Download full job description. send a cover letter, resume and three professional references, in a single document, to Katie Freedman – katie@healthyacadia.org. Accepting applications through April 26th, 2019, or until a suitable candidate is found. Please email or call 207-667-7171 with any questions.

Free Financial Coaching: Thanks to support from Downeast Community Partners, Joseph Connors has been able to continue offering free coaching on any financial matter to individuals and families in Washington County, following the termination of this program at the end of March by the Consumer Protection Bureau. To make an appointment with Joe, call him at 207-598-5657 or email joe.connors@downeastcommunitypartners.org.

FFD now accepting applications for Cohort 4!! Family Futures Downeast uses a two-generation approach to income eligible families providing services and supports for parents to succeed in college, while their child is assessing high quality early childhood education. FFD also providing the family with coaching services, barrier removal, tutoring, college preparatory services and so much more. For more information or to request an application visit www.familyfuturesdowneast.org, e-mail familyfutures@sunrisecounty.org or call Jasmine Bassett- Enrollment & Eligibility Assistant at 207-255-0983 ext. 234. Download a flyer to share with colleagues and friends.

Ed Tech III: Child Development Services is seeking a 40 hour per week, calendar year position with our CDS Downeast office in Ellsworth. This position may be based out of the Ellsworth or Machias location, depending on where the successful candidate lives and where the need is greatest. Local Travel is required. This is a Part C position, working with children ages birth to two. Experience working with young children and their families, using the Early Start Denver Model of service delivery (ESDM), is preferred. Details and application information here.

CCC Wednesday Communique — April 24, 2019