The Beneficiary Advisory Council (BAC) is a dedicated group of individuals with lived experience who help shape access to quality healthcare, policies, and MaineCare services across the state.
We believe that the best solutions come from those directly impacted by Medicaid - whether as recipients, family members, or caregivers.
What We Do
- Advocate – We share real experiences to help make healthcare work better for everyone.
- Work with Leaders – We team up with healthcare providers and policymakers to improve MaineCare services
- Connect People – We bring together MaineCare recipients and healthcare professionals to share ideas and solutions.
- Support Each Other – We help people find resources, education, and support.
Who Can Join?
When choosing members, preference will go to individuals who do not already participate in another MaineCare advisory group, have not worked in government, and do not represent an advocacy group – either paid or unpaid.
- Current MaineCare Members: A person who is enrolled in Maine’s Medicaid program and is receiving MaineCare benefits.
- Former MaineCare Members: A person who’s received MaineCare services within the last 5 years.
- Family Members of a MaineCare Member – This could be a parent, legal guardian, a grandparent, or other direct family member (aged 18+).
- Caregivers of a MaineCare Member: Paid or unpaid caregiver, such as a home health aide.
Why Join the BAC?
Make a Difference
Help improve MaineCare and healthcare services.
Share Your Story
Your voice can help make real changes.
Meet Others
Connect with people who care about improving the MaineCare Program.
Get Involved!
Your experiences matter.
Applications to join the Beneficiary Advisory Council (BAC) are closed for now, but you can still share your ideas by filling out this quick survey.
You can also get involved by joining out MaineCare Advisory Committee – a group that works closely with us to help guide our programs and services. MAC meetings are open to the public, and everyone is welcome to attend and share ideas. Please note that guests are not paid to attend. Click here to learn more!