Maine Parent Federation, INC

02/03/2026

02/02/2026

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Invitation Child & Family Well-Being Webinar Series: Strengthening Families through Positive Social Connections Maine Department of Health & Human Services sent this bulletin at 02/02/2026 12:23 PM EST Office of Child and Family Services Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. The....

02/02/2026

Please Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtce2opj4uE914o3OblP0SiZ7nUenanFKM

Are you a parent of a child with different abilities and/or special needs? Would you like to connect with other parents to share experiences and resources? Join us on the first Thursday of the month at noon. This is an opportunity to connect with other parents & caregivers to share, learn and support each other as we navigate the journey with our kiddos.

If you have any questions please reach out to Allison Wiest, awiest@mpf.org.

Feb 5, 2026 12:00 PM
Mar 5, 2026 12:00 PM
Apr 2, 2026 12:00 PM
May 7, 2026 12:00 PM
Jun 4, 2026 12:00 PM

02/02/2026

Happy Monday! This winter has been a frigid one so far, making it hard to enjoy outside activities that many of our kiddos need and enjoy. If the weather is creating challenges or you need support finding activities and resources, please contact us. We can be reached at (207)588-1933 and parentconnect@mpf.org. For the week of February 2nd, we are hosting the following event:

** Parent Support Group on Thursday, February 5th at 12PM **

Are you a parent of a child with different abilities and/or special needs? Would you like to connect with other parents to share experiences and resources? Join us on the first Thursday of the month at noon. This is an opportunity to connect with other parents & caregivers to share, learn and support each other as we navigate the journey with our kiddos. If you have any questions please reach out to Allison Wiest, awiest@mpf.org. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtce2opj4uE914o3OblP0SiZ7nUenanFKM

Mark your calendars for these upcoming events:

** Voices Rising: Virtual Group starting February 11th **

We’re excited to offer another Voices Rising series led by Alyssa Mathieu. This spring, we’ll be working alongside youth and young adults ages 14–26 to explore strategies and best practices for navigating adulthood.

From February through June (2026), participants will engage with Empower the Learner (ETL)—a digital profile designed to help youth and young adults share their story, identify strengths, and reflect on their goals for adulthood. Built in Canva, ETL provides a creative and accessible template that allows participants to create a profile about themselves, in their own voice and style. Any questions contact: dcampbell@mpf.org and for more information and to register: https://www.mpf.org/voices-rising/.

** MPF's Annual Conference: Family Voices: Heart of Change **

March 17th, 2026 at the Augusta Civic Center

This summit is a collaborative partnership between the Maine CDC and the Maine Parent Federation, bringing together families, professionals, and community organizations to learn, connect, and inspire meaningful change. For more information and to register: https://www.mpf.org/heart-of-change/

Welcome Maine Families and Community Partners, Family Voices: Heart of Change! This summit is a collaborative partnership between the Maine CDC and the Maine Parent Federation, bringing together families, professionals, and community organizations to learn, connect, and inspire meaningful change. Ma...

02/02/2026

Registration now open for our 2026 Annual Conference!

Family Voices: Heart of Change!

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02/02/2026

Maine Families and Community Partners, join us for our 2026 Annual Conference,

Family Voices: Heart of Change!

This summit is a collaborative partnership between the Maine CDC and the Maine Parent Federation, bringing together families, professionals, and community organizations to learn, connect, and inspire meaningful change.

March 17th 2026
9:00 am – 2:30 pm
Augusta Civic Center
76 Community Drive, Augusta Maine 04330

Participant: $20 per person
Exhibitors: $50 per table (includes space for up to 2 representatives per agency)

Welcome Maine Families and Community Partners, Family Voices: Heart of Change! This summit is a collaborative partnership between the Maine CDC and the Maine Parent Federation, bringing together families, professionals, and community organizations to learn, connect, and inspire meaningful change. Ma...

01/30/2026

Feel Better Friends creates one-of-a-kind, handmade dolls that are donated to children battling cancer and other chronic illnesses. Their mission is to provide these children with a "friend" stuffed with love and well wishes to help them through difficult treatments and hospital stays. These custom dolls are provided completely free of charge.

Families or providers can learn more and request a doll through the following channels:

Website: www.fbfdolls.org

Email: fbfdolls@gmail.com

01/29/2026

Big things are happening for Maine’s youth! 🌟 Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, together with Acadia Hospital, is bringing back the FREE Youth Mental Health Summit on Tuesday, March 10, from 8 am to 2 pm at Husson University’s Gracie Theatre in Bangor.

This year’s theme? “Your Story Matters.” 💬 Hear from national speaker Ivy Watts of Active Minds, join empowering breakout sessions, and connect with local resources to support mental wellness. Perfect for high school students, parents, educators, and caregivers. Let’s build stronger, healthier communities—together!

👉 Spots are limited, so register by March 2 at northernlighthealth.org/Youth-Mental-Health-Summit