Ideas

Kristen Cloutier
Representative | Lewiston, ME

Maine State Representative Kristin Cloutier’s “Respite for ME” Program Made Permanent

Idea Category: Healthcare, Safety Net

Maine State Representative Kristin Cloutier’s bill making permanent the “Respite for ME” program she spearheaded was signed into law. That means support and resources for family caregivers through grants that individuals can use for temporary caregivers, counseling, training, financial guidance, and assistive technology. Rep. Cloutier, a Democrat said it would establish a “critically important program into state law so that all available federal, state and local resources can be utilized.”

More Idea’s From Kristen Cloutier

Paid Family and Medical Leave Policy for Maine

Idea Category: Child Care, Equity & Opportunity | Funding Source: ARP

ARP: Lewiston ME, Recognizes Work of Caregivers

Idea Category: Equity & Opportunity, Jobs and Entrepreneurship | Funding Source: ARP