Teens

Abuse

Known Abuse or Threat of Abuse - What Happens Next? - MC&FS has several options for response, depending on the specific family situation.
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English as a Second Language Programs for K-12 students
Post-Secondary Education Tuition Waiver - Tuition waivers for qualified students in the care of Maine's Department of Health and Human Services
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Maine Job Fairs - CareersCenter listing with locations and dates.
Maine State Government Summer Internship Program - A full-time, 12-week, paid work experience combining work experience with an educational program. (Note: This is limited to college students graduating within the next year or in a graduate program)
Minors Work Permit - The law on Minors obtaining a work permit.
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Behavioral Health - Behavioral Health Issues
Office of Adults with Cognitive and Physical Disability Services - provides leadership and is an active partner in Maine's comprehensive system of support to individuals with cognitive and physical disabilities.
Aging and Disability Resource Center - "One-stop-shops" to answer questions from older adults, or from any individuals with disabilities, about a wide range of in-home, community-based, and institutional services.
Contact Information - Office locations and phone numbers for the Office of Adults with Cognitive and Physical Disability Services.
Grievance Process - If you are not getting what you think you should or you don’t agree with what you are getting from Mental Retardation Services or your other providers.
MaineCare Services and Benefits - Benefits available to people with cognitive and physical disabilities.
Resources - Additional information outside of Maine's Department of Health and Human Services.
Resource Directory - Directory of Clinical/Ancillary, Day, Employment, and Residential services listed by Maine Counties
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Teen and Young Adult Health Program - Ensuring all adolescents have skills and access to services, information, and supports that promote healthy life choices
Women, Infants, and Children's Nutrition Program (WIC) - Free nutrition advice, tips for staying healthy, recipes, and resources for growing families.
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Chafee Foster Care Independence Program - Services available to prepare older youth in care to live "interdependently" in the community
Maine Transition Network - Supports youth with disabilities in making meaningful choices as they transition to adulthood by promoting collaboration within communities.
State Independent Living Program - Offers youth the opportunity to develop their special talents and abilities

MaineCare - A list of services covered, eligibility, cost, and application questions on applying for Maine Care insurance.
MaineCare benefits for members under 21 - Teens and young adults can get answers to questions

Guardianship - Questions & answers, contact information, list of probate courts, etc.
Maine Juvenile Drug Treatment Court - Substance abuse, social services, and juvenile justice interventions.
Maine Laws for People under 21 - The law on furnishing liquor or imitation liquor to a minor, Maine liquor liability act, and financial implications.
Maine Laws Governing the Employment of Minors - General information on Maine child labor laws.
Minors Work Permit - The law on Minors obtaining a work permit.
Speak Up for Us - Works to support local and statewide self-advocacy organizations to network with each other and with national organizations
Vital Records - How to obtain certified copies.
Online database search - research marriages and death for the years 1892 to 1996
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IV D 6 Family Team Meeting - Goal is to ensure a permanent home for each child that is safe and nurturing.
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2-1-1 Maine - Statewide social services
Children Behavioral Health Services Provider list - Includes contact information and the areas each agency serves.
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Drinking
- Brain Research - The effect of alcohol on a developing teen's brain.
- Maine Laws for People under 21 - The law on furnishing liquor or imitation liquor to a minor, Maine liquor liability act, and financial implications.
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Drugs
- Partnership for a Drug-Free Maine - Working with the media to prevent substance abuse.
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Eating Disorder
- Eating Disorders Prevention and Treatment in Maine
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Gambling
- Youth Gambling - Motives for adolescent gambling
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Tobacco
- Partnership For A Tobacco-Free Maine (PTM) - Tobacco prevention and control.
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2-1-1 Maine - or call(877) 463-6207, where you can find information on social service provided throughout the state.
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