There’s still time to register for Building Stronger Workplaces through Restorative Practices on June 24th, 12 Noon to 3 pm at the MSB Hennessey Training Center in Machias. Presented by Downeast Restorative Justice, this free session will explore how restorative approaches can strengthen relationships, improve communication, reduce conflict, foster belonging, and create healthier workplace and community environments. Whether you work directly with the public, support employees, lead teams, or collaborate with community members, Restorative Practices offer valuable tools that can be applied in a variety of settings.
Happy Wednesday!
New this week:
Ice Cream Social
Sunday, June 7th, 2 pm at 163 Maine Street, Baileyville: Celebrate National Cancer Survivors Day with us at Beth C. Wright Cancer Resource Center. For more information, email info@bethwrightcancercenter.org or call (207) 610-5152. Download a flyer to share.
Maine Families at Milbridge Commons
Tuesday, June 16th, 10 – 11 am at Milbridge Commons: Join Family Visitors for a group connection free play event with babies and/or toddlers in the beautiful gardens in the heart of Milbridge, 88 Main Street. Download a flyer to share.
SCEC Housing Summit Draws Strong Regional Participation
The Washington County Housing Summit brought together community leaders, housing professionals, developers, lenders, and partners from across the region to explore housing challenges and identify practical solutions for our communities. Explore recordings, presentations, and resources highlighting workforce housing, financing tools, and practical strategies to support housing development across Washington County.
EAAA is Hiring
We are seeking: an Aging and Disability Center Resource Specialist to join our Community Services team. The Resource Specialist is a full time position at 35 hours per week. It is a dynamic and rewarding role for helping older adults, individuals with disabilities, and caregivers navigate complex service systems, community resources, and benefit programs. As an Resource Specialist, you will act as a vital link, presenting all available options to consumers so they can make independent, informed decisions about their health and independence. This position is hybrid remote in Calais.
Learn more and apply here.
Alzheimer’s Disease Clinical Trials & Caregivers
Your questions answered: Is your loved one experiencing these types of mood and behavior changes with Alzheimer’s disease—confusion; difficulty with familiar tasks; easily upset; suspicious or fearful; seeing or hearing things that aren’t there? Researchers are actively enrolling clinical studies nationwide to understand how advancements in treatment could help. Even still, clinical trial participation probably feels overwhelming. Here’s the truth: Clinical trials aren’t always what you think they are. They’re not last resorts. They’re not one-size-fits-all. And they may be more accessible than you think. Before any trial starts, researchers spend years testing in the lab. The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reviews every clinical trial before it starts. And participation is voluntary, meaning you can leave at any time—for any reason. What caregivers like you really want to know:
- What to expect during a trial?
- Can we afford it?
- Where are Alzheimer’s disease trials actively enrolling?
