News

Support system made available to Maine teachers during pandemic

Support system made available to Maine teachers during pandemic

Photo: clipart.com


AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) A support service for front-line workers during the coronavirus pandemic is being expanded to help teachers and school staff in Maine.

The state’s FrontLine WarmLine is staffed by volunteer professionals who can help with anxiety and grief, and can connect people with additional support.

Kelli Deveaux, spokesperson for the Maine Department of Education, said it’s important for teachers to take care of themselves during what she calls a scary, chaotic time.

The service is staffed by volunteer professionals including licensed psychiatrists, psychologists, clinical counselors, social workers and nurse practitioners.

The staff has been expanded to include retired teachers and educators

Latest Headlines

4 hours ago in Local

Bangor man arrested after alleged stabbing at McDonald’s

Updated

The male victim was transported to a local hospital and is being treated for injuries that are not considered life threatening.

4 hours ago in Local

Last push for both sides of voter ID debate as election day draws near

If passed by the voters, legal ID will be required at polling sites and will add restrictions to absentee voting.

21 hours ago in Local

An Accused Drunk Driver Arrested for Driving the Wrong Way on I-295

The driver was charged with an OUI and Reckless Conduct with a Dangerous Weapon.

2 days ago in Trending, World

King Charles III strips Prince Andrew of titles and evicts him from royal residence

King Charles III on Thursday stripped his disgraced brother Prince Andrew of his remaining titles and evicted him from his royal residence after weeks of pressure to act over his relationship with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, Buckingham Palace said.

2 days ago in Local

Lobster Population Drops in New England, Overfishing Declared

A regulatory agency says lobster stock has declined by 34% since 2018