Abbott Philson is a self-advocate from Windham, Maine.

Abbott wants to improve how people with developmental disabilities experience healthcare because everyone should have access to specialists without going out of state.

During his free time, Abbott enjoys acting, being active, and doing things like geocaching.

Kile Pelletier is a self-advocate from Fort Kent, Maine.

Kile works at Disability Rights Maine as a Peer Trainer.

Kile wants to improve how people with developmental disabilities experience everyday life because people with developmental disabilities should have equality in all things like everyone else.

In his free time, Kile is a video gamer.

Regina Bowie is a self-advocate from Presque Isle, Maine

Regina wants to improve how people with developmental disabilities experience a lack of access to community supports and mental health care that they need to live in their community, because she has experienced this in her community and knows what people are going through. During her free time, Regina enjoys crafting, painting, gaming, writing, and bowling in her local league. Regina also enjoys spending time with her fiancé.

Stacy Smart is a self-advocate from Saco, Maine

Stacy volunteers for the MDDC Executive Committee and holds a part-time position at HomeGoods.

Stacy wants to improve how people with developmental disabilities experience control over their lives because MDDC has the potential to enhance lives in the future.

During her free time, Stacy enjoys Kindle Unlimited books, bowling, community activities, and cooking.

Stacy Atter is a self-advocate from Standish, Maine.

Stacy currently serves on the Executive Committee of MDDC in a General seat.

Jon McGovern is a self-advocate from Bangor, Maine.

Jon works at Speaking Up for Us.

Jon wants to improve how people with Developmental Disabilities experience employment because he enjoys having a job and going to work.

In his free time, Jon enjoys listening to vinyl records.

Maryann Preble is a self-advocate from Carmel, Maine.

She was a resident at Pineland as a child.

Maryann supports MDDC and has served in many different roles.

She wants to improve how people with Developmnetal Disabilities experience employment because they need to know how to get a meaningful job.

During her free time, Maryann enjoys her computer, watching TV, and doing crossword puzzles.

Andrea Dole is a parent of 2 children, 1 of whom has Developmental Disabilities from Belfast, Maine.

Andrea works at Earthways Guide Service.

She wants to improve how people with Developmental Disabilities experience community and healthcare because people with different needs and abilities bring gifts to all. During her free time, Andrea enjoys gardening and canoeing.

Jessica Creedon is a parent of 2 children with Developmental Disabilities from Buxton, Maine.

Jessica works at South Portland High School.

She wants to improve how people with Developmental Disabilities experience community engagements because everyone should have access to their own community. During her free time, Jessica enjoys camping and listening to music.

Marc Riox is a self-advocate from Sydney, Maine

He has served on the Council in many roles and is returning to serve again after a 1 year break!

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Monique Stairs is the Executive Director of Speaking Up for Us. SUFU is a non-profit group that promotes advocacy and leadership for adults who have developmental disabilities.

 She wants to improve how people with Developmental Disabilities experience community access because it is important for everyone to be a part of their community. During her free time, Mnique enjoys crafting, hiking, camping, and watching her daughter play sports.

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Leigh Lardieri lives in Lisbon Falls, Maine and represents the Maine Department of Education.

She wants to improve how people with Developmental Disabilities experience acceptance and employment because people with DD belong in the community and deserve acceptance.

In her free time, Leigh enjoys golf, skiing, her cat, friends and family.

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Alan Cobo-Lewis is from Orono, Maine and works at the University of Maine. He is a representative for The Center for Community Inclusion and Disability Studies.

He wants to improve how people with Developmental Disabilities experience everything because people know how they want to live.

In his free time, Alan enjoys using his computer, dancing, swimming, and cooking.

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