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Maine Children's Alliance

The Maine Children’s Alliance is a public policy, nonprofit improving the lives of Maine children, youth and families through research, collaboration...

(207) 623-1868

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https://mainechildrensalliance.org/priorities/maine-child-welfare-action-networ…

Youth & Alumni Groups

Camp to Belong - Maine

Camp To Belong Maine Mission Statement: "To provide Maine youth separated by foster and/or adoptive care with shared experiences and memories; and to...

(207) 653-3025

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https://www.camptobelongme.org/

Youth & Alumni Groups

Life skills

Maine Youth Transition Collaborative

MYTC, made up of public and private partners from across Maine, works with young people, the child welfare system, and community members to ensure...

(207) 780-5867

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https://www.maine-ytc.org/

Rights & Reporting Complaints

Children's Ombudsman

Ombudsman is a Swedish word that means "representative" or "agent." Ombudsman or Child Advocates were established within states and/or Child Welfare...

1-866-621-0758, 207-213-4773

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http://cwombudsman.org/

Youth & Alumni Groups

Leadership & Service

Maine Youth Transition Collaborative

The Youth Leadership Advisory Team (YLAT) is the voice for Maine’s youth in Foster Care. YLAT is a partnership of youth and adults working together to...

(207) 780-5867

[email protected]

https://www.maine-ytc.org/

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When it is safe to do so, contact your caseworker first. If you do not receive a response within 3 business days, you could contact the Manager at the branch where your caseworker works. Finally, you could contact your State's Ombudsman. Check out our Youth Guide to Complaints.