Deaf New Americans Maine
Resources
We believe information should be easy to find and access for every Deaf immigrant.
Here are helpful resources to support your journey in Maine and across the U.S.
Immigration & Legal Assistance
ILAP (immiigrant Legal Advocacy Project) - free or low-cost immigration legal help.
Deaf Rights Maine (DRM) - information about legal rights and interpreter access.
USCIS (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services) - uscis.gov
Employment & Education
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Maine Department of Labor - Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) - Job support for Deaf individuals.
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Adult Education in Maine - Learn English , ASL, or job skills.
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WorkReady Maine - Programs for job applications, interviews, and workplace skills
Driving & Independence
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Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) - maine.gov/sos/bmv
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information about driver's education, written tests, and interpreter rights for Deaf drivers.
community & Support
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Deaf New American (DNA) Facebook Page - Join our online community for updates and events.
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Deaf Night Out (DNO) Facebook Page - Join our online community for updates and events.
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Maine Association of the Deaf (MEAD) - Statewide advocacy and events for the Deaf community across Maine.