Maine Vocational and Rehabilitation Associates

04/10/2026

🌞 Weekly Activity Schedule (4/13–4/17)
Don’t forget your sunscreen - we’ll be outside a lot this week!

Monday (4/13)
☕ Coffee Club
🌱 Grow Together – gardening work
🏃 Track & Field practice

Tuesday (4/14)
🥾 Hike at Hirundo + healthy snack
OR
🧶 Health Snack + Yarn Social at Orono Public Library (12:30–2:30)

Wednesday (4/15)
🧺 Picnic & games at the park (bring your own lunch)
OR
🇫🇷 French class at UMO (12pm)
🚶 Choice of walk

Thursday (4/16)
🗣️ Client Share: My Work Story
🧵 Sit n’ Stitch at Old Town Public Library (1pm) (bring your own project)
🎯 Work on personal goals
OR
🤝 Volunteer at Good Shepherd Food Bank

Friday (4/17)
🎨 Tie Dye (one shirt provided)
🎤 Karaoke
📚 Bangor Public Library
🎳 Bowling Group (2–4pm at Family Fun Lanes)

📌 Reminders:
• Please turn in your schedule selections ASAP. New program times will start on May 1
• Bring sneakers for track & comfortable shoes for hiking
• Coffee Club includes one small drink (bring money for extras)
• $3 snack budget provided on snack days
• Bring your own lunch for the picnic
• You can bring your own yarn/knitting projects (we also have some available)

✨ As always, members can choose alternative activities- just connect with staff to plan what works best for you!

04/08/2026

We’re hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs)!

We currently have openings in the Bangor area programs and are also looking for DSPs in the Warren area to support our community support program.

If you’re someone who is dependable, compassionate, and enjoys helping others build meaningful, independent lives—we’d love to connect.

✔ Flexible schedules
✔ Meaningful, hands-on work
✔ Opportunities to grow

Apply here: https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Maine-Vocational-&-Rehabilitation-Associates/jobs

Or reach out with any questions!

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04/06/2026

🌿 This Week’s Lineup (4/6–4/10) 🌿
Dress in layers—we’ll be out and about every day!

Monday (4/6)
🎨 Spring craft to kick things off
🛒 Shopping trip for meatball sub ingredients

Tuesday (4/7)
🥖 Make meatball subs together
🧩 Uno + puzzles at the Bangor Public Library

Wednesday (4/8)
🛍 Thrift shopping in Old Town/Orono
🚶‍♀️ Trail walk on the bike path

Thursday (4/9)
🏃 Track & field practice (bring sneakers!)
—or—
🥫 Volunteer time at Good Shepherd Food Bank

Friday (4/10)
🎲 Games at the Bangor Mall
🎳 Bowling group from 2- 4 at Family Fun Lanes

04/02/2026

04/01/2026

Yes, today is April Fool's Day. No, this is not a joke- we are looking to grow our team.

Most shifts involve being out in the community, helping people with daily routines, and staying active throughout the day.

Flexible scheduling. Training provided.

Apply here or send your resume to Lillian.Campbell@mvra.us
https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Maine-Vocational-&-Rehabilitation-Associates/jobs

04/01/2026

🎉 April Celebrations at MVRA! 🎉

We’re excited to recognize some amazing team members this month!

🎂 Happy Birthday to:
John
Crystal
Courtney
Wendall
We hope your day is filled with all your favorite things! 🎈

👏 Work Anniversaries:
Dan – 1 Year
Dan is a DSP who supports both residential and community programs. Over the past year, he has built meaningful connections with the individuals we support and has helped strengthen relationships within the community. We’re so glad to have him on the team!

Katie – 21 Years
Katie is an outpatient therapist serving both our Bangor and Augusta offices, and she oversees the outpatient therapy program. Her dedication to supporting both clients and coworkers over the years has made a lasting impact. 21 years is an incredible milestone—thank you for everything you do, Katie!

We’re grateful for each of you and the heart you bring to MVRA every day 💛

🌸 Fun April Dates & Holidays:
April 1 – April Fools’ Day 🤡
April 2 – World Autism Awareness Day 💙
April 22 – Earth Day 🌎

🌷 Fun Facts About April:
The name “April” may come from a word meaning “to open”—like flowers blooming 🌼
April’s birth flowers are the daisy and sweet pea
There are no major U.S. federal holidays in April… just vibes and pollen

03/31/2026

POV: You find a job where
– your work actually matters
– your coworkers are solid
– and your day isn’t painfully boring

…it’s giving “time for a career upgrade”

We’re hiring for DSPs at MVRA

👉 Apply here: https://www.indeed.com/job/dsp-direct-support-professional-1c1df7fc91a171c6

03/27/2026

Here’s what we’ve got planned for this week! We’re looking forward to a fun mix of community outings, creative activities, and group favorites.

Monday (3/30)
• Brewer Waterfront Walk
• I-Spy
• Shop for craft materials and Bingo prizes

Tuesday (3/31)
• Movie Day – Goat, Pout Pout Fish, or Hoppers

Wednesday (4/1)- April Fool's Day!
• Plan out Community Garden Beds
• Easter Craft

Thursday (4/2)
• Trip to Reny’s and Marden’s (new locations)
• Shop for seeds and garden supplies
• OR Volunteer at Good Shepherd Food Bank

Friday (4/3)
• Bingo
• Games
• Karaoke
• Rock Painting
• Bowling Group 2-4 at Family Fun Lanes

Reminder: Please dress in layers—we may be outside daily!

Feel free to invite a friend to join us for activities (friends will need their own transportation and spending money).

We’re excited for another great week!

03/25/2026

If anyone is trying to decide what to have for lunch today, Jersey Mikes is a great option!

03/25/2026

We’re excited to share that our Day Program is growing, and with that growth, we’re expanding our daily schedule starting Friday, May 1!

To better support everyone and create more flexibility, we will now offer two time slots each day:

• Morning Group: 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM
• Afternoon Group: 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Members can choose the time slot that works best for them- or even participate in both!

This change will help us make the most of our space while also allowing for more individualized schedules, increased choice, and greater flexibility in daily activities.

We know that changes like this can take some adjusting, and our team is here to help every step of the way. We will work with you to update transportation as needed and make sure the transition feels smooth and comfortable.

If you haven’t returned your schedule selection form yet, please do so as soon as possible so we can begin planning staffing and group arrangements. Each person received a form with their available hours. If you need help or have questions, please reach out to any Day Program staff.

We’re so proud of how much this program has grown and are excited for this next step!

03/23/2026

We’re asking for support for one of our Coordinators and her family as they navigate the aftermath of a recent house fire.

If you’d like to help, please consider donating or sharing the fundraiser below. We appreciate any support during this difficult time.

Hi, my name is Lilli, and I’m raising funds for my friend and coworke… Lillian Campbell needs your support for Helping a Family Rebuild and Heal After Tragedy

03/20/2026

🗓️ Weekly Activity Schedule (3/23–3/27)
Remember to dress in layers—we’ll be outside daily!

Monday (3/23)
☕ Movement & Stretching
☕ Coffee Club
🛒 Shop for bagel pizza supplies
🎨 Zillman Art Museum

Tuesday (3/24)
🌲 Nature Walk (Hirundo, Fields Pond, or Bangor City Forest)
💼 Supported Employment Discussion & Career Exploration

Wednesday (3/25)
🧘 Morning Stretches
🍕 Make Your Own Bagel Pizza
🎲 Bingo
🗺️ Build Your Community Map

Thursday (3/26)
🏀 Basketball Practice @ Bangor Rec
OR
🤝 Volunteer Opportunity @ Good Shepherd Food Bank

Friday (3/27)
Special Olympics Swim (arrive at office by 8 AM)
🎮 Arcade & Bangor Public Library
🎳 Bowling Group (2–4 PM @ Family Fun Lanes)

✨ Invite a friend to join us!
(Friends must provide their own transportation and spending money.)