Consumer Council System of Maine

Consumer Council System of Maine A mental health advocacy organization providing a voice for consumers of mental health services.

•The Consumer Council System of Maine (CCSM) is an independent, public instrumentality established by Maine law (Title 34-B, §3611).

•The CCSM is responsible for providing an independent and effective consumer voice into mental health public policy, services, and funding decisions. The CCSM consists entirely of past/present recipients of mental health services (consumer/peers), including all Statewide Consumer Council representatives and paid staff.

As some may know, yesterday, the president signed a new executive order allowing cities to force the unhoused into force...
07/25/2025

As some may know, yesterday, the president signed a new executive order allowing cities to force the unhoused into forced treatment/institutionalization. We couldn't disagree more strongly with the federal administration's actions on this! We will post the executive order and the fact sheet in the comments. Understanding our unhoused peers is a complex issue that is not just for those with mental health or substance use issues. Poverty, abuse, and so many more reasons are behind what you outwardly see. Forcing people into an institution will never fix the real reasons people end up in these circumstances. Did you know that forced treatment is the topic for the rest of this month and next at our local councils? Join any one for more discussion on this topic! How can we move forward as a community together on this? We are listening!

The White House directive calls for prioritizing money for programs that require sobriety and treatment, and for cities that enforce homeless camping bans.

07/23/2025

Due to an internet outage in our area, the Augusta Local Council meeting/Rock n’ Talk tonight at 5pm will be in person only, no Zoom option unfortunately

07/22/2025

❗️📣Tonight's Bangor Local Council Meeting will be ZOOM ONLY ❗️📣

This month's Augusta Local Council meeting will be featuring a Rock N' Talk as part of the Forum Discussion; the topic ...
07/21/2025

This month's Augusta Local Council meeting will be featuring a Rock N' Talk as part of the Forum Discussion; the topic is forced treatment 📣🎨
During the first hour we will discuss the forum topic while painting rocks together. The second hour will be the regular Augusta Local Council meeting.
📆Wednesday, July 23rd starting at 5PM at the Augusta CCSM Office - 219 Capitol St. STE 7

Another news story on Disability Pride Day! Thanks to WABI TV5 for covering an important event! Thanks again to Disabili...
07/19/2025

Another news story on Disability Pride Day! Thanks to WABI TV5 for covering an important event! Thanks again to Disability Rights Maine for an amazing day!

Augusta’s Mill Park saw the return of the annual Disability Pride Day Friday, put on by nonprofit Disability Rights Maine (DRM).

What a great day spent with our fellow peers in Maine’s disability community! Thanks to Disability Rights Maine for all ...
07/19/2025

What a great day spent with our fellow peers in Maine’s disability community! Thanks to Disability Rights Maine for all the hard work making this happen and forFOX ABC Maine for sharing this story!

AUGUSTA— In honor of Disability Pride Month, the Augusta-based nonprofit Disability Rights Maine hosted a statewide celebration Friday, drawing hundreds of people to Mill Park to raise awareness and show

Join us today at Disability Pride! We will be at Mill Park in Augusta from 11 to 2.
07/18/2025

Join us today at Disability Pride! We will be at Mill Park in Augusta from 11 to 2.

🌿 Fun Fact Friday! 🌿Did you know that spider plants can remove up to 90% of formaldehyde from indoor air in just 24 hour...
07/18/2025

🌿 Fun Fact Friday! 🌿
Did you know that spider plants can remove up to 90% of formaldehyde from indoor air in just 24 hours? 🪴✨ That’s straight from a NASA study! These green wonders don’t just look great, they clean the air, too.

🛒 Want one for your home or office?
We’ve got beautiful spider plants available now for just $10 each!

👉 Stop by and grab yours while they last (purchase online too!), your lungs (and your decor) will thank you! 💚

We are here at the Augusta Civic Center today for the annual Governor’s Opioid Response Summit - come by and say Hi 👋🦋
07/10/2025

We are here at the Augusta Civic Center today for the annual Governor’s Opioid Response Summit - come by and say Hi 👋🦋

If towns/cities think we can arrest our unhoused community, this is a great example of what will happen. We can do bette...
07/09/2025

If towns/cities think we can arrest our unhoused community, this is a great example of what will happen. We can do better! In fact, we must!

In the first 4 1/2 months of this year, one-third of people arrested by Augusta police were homeless, a situation that's not likely to change without housing and more services.

Address

Augusta, ME

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Consumer Council System of Maine posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Practice

Send a message to Consumer Council System of Maine:

Shortcuts

Share

Our Story

•The Consumer Council System of Maine (CCSM) is an independent, public instrumentality established by Maine law (Title 34-B, §3611). •The CCSM is responsible for providing an independent and effective consumer voice into mental health public policy, services, and funding decisions. The CCSM consists entirely of past/present recipients of mental health services (consumer/peers), including all Statewide Consumer Council representatives and paid staff.