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PublishedMarch 11, 2020
Still no confirmed coronavirus cases in Maine, but threat’s impact is widespread
Maine CDC officials continue to work with hospitals, nursing homes and doctors to prepare for likely cases even as schools and universities take steps in response to the threat posed by the virus.
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PublishedMarch 3, 2020
Maine DHHS drops ‘substance abuse’ from mental health office name
The name change is another step toward ending the stigma associated with addiction-related illnesses, according to Maine's opioid response czar.
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PublishedFebruary 25, 2020
Our View: Report on abuse of Marissa Kennedy leaves much still unknown
To prevent another death like hers, we need to know why so many people missed so many signs.
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PublishedFebruary 21, 2020
Marissa Kennedy’s mother gets 48 years for the 10-year-old’s murder
The 35-year-old mother was convicted in December of depraved indifference murder.
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PublishedFebruary 20, 2020
Lawmakers want to put $8.5 million toward addressing ‘crisis’ in Maine home-care industry
The proposal comes weeks after a large home-care provider for elderly and disabled people announced it will close in April, in part because of low reimbursement rates for workers.
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PublishedFebruary 16, 2020
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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PublishedFebruary 4, 2020
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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PublishedJanuary 31, 2020
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.
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PublishedJanuary 29, 2020
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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PublishedJanuary 27, 2020
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.
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