Join the Council

Only action enacts change.

Join the Council and help shape the future of direct care in Maine. Become a driving force for change by ensuring the voices of those on the front lines are heard and valued.

Personal Information

Name(Required)

First Last

Employer(Required)

Title(Required)

Years in Industry(Required)

Contact Information

Email(Required)

Primary Phone Number(Required)

Preferred Communication Method(Required)

Phone

Questions

Why are you interested in being a member of the DCW Council? What excites you about the Council?(Required)

What personal qualities do you have that would make you an effective Council member?(Required)

We know direct care workers deserve a living wage that reflects the critical, skilled nature of their work. Besides higher wages, what other changes would you like to see for direct care workers in Maine? In other words, what do you wish was different about your job?(Required)

What do you think policy makers need to know about what it means to be a direct care worker? What stories or information would you share with them if you could, so they could help create better jobs for caregivers in Maine?(Required)

Preferred Day/Time for Council Meetings(Required)

Upcoming Events

Please note that Council meetings are exclusively accessible to our valued members. This exclusive access ensures a secure and collaborative environment where our dedicated members can actively contribute, engage, and shape the direction of our initiatives. If you haven’t yet joined, we invite you to become a member to take part in these impactful discussions and help drive positive change within Maine’s direct care community.

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Frequently asked questions about joining the Council:

What does it mean to be a member of the Council?

The Direct Care & Support Professional Advisory Council has worked with PHI National to create a specialized series of four engaging 2-hour training sessions, thoughtfully crafted to support the success of participating Council members.

These sessions, conducted online by PHI’s expert consultants, are designed to bolster your confidence and hone your professional leadership skills. Our training equips you to express your opinions with assurance in public settings, refine your public speaking abilities, craft compelling narratives, and authentically connect with diverse audiences, including fellow Council members, state department officials, legislators, and more.

Council membership is a one year commitment.

How will Council members be chosen?

To ensure the Council fully represents the diversity of Maine’s direct care workforce, members will be selected based on a range of factors, including geography, gender, race, citizenship status, job classification, and care setting.

Applicants will receive notification about the status of their application. If not selected for the Council, individuals may be invited to participate in a Direct Care Worker Support Group. This group will be kept informed of Council activities and may be called upon to support these activities. Opportunities for Council membership may arise from this group when openings occur.

What if I have other questions?

If you have any questions, we encourage you to reach out to us. Feel free to call the Maine Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program at (207) 621-1079 or email us at nicole@maineombudsman.org.