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A message from our President and CEO

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Dear Friends,

I wanted to take a moment to say thank you.

Your continued support of Maine people with disabilities is inspirational to me, our staff and the people we serve. It has kept our team going through the ups and downs over the past several months. You have made such an impact on the lives of Maine people with disabilities. As you read through this newsletter, know that these stories of impact were made possible by you.

As I think about the year ahead, I am reminded that 2021 marks Pine Tree Society’s 85th anniversary. Eighty-five years, thousands of lives transformed.

The one constant? The key to the success of the people we serve? You. Your continued support, during the good times and the bad, transforms lives.

We thank you for your commitment to Maine children and adults with disabilities and their families. From our families to you, we wish you a happy holiday season. We have so much for which to be thankful.

 

 

 

Noel J. Sullivan,

President&CEO, Pine Tree Society

This Giving Tuesday, double your impact

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Giving Tuesday is about Mainer’s like Michael.

The Covid-19 pandemic has been especially hard for people with disabilities.   Despite the challenges, Pine Tree Society has been there, adapting to continue to meet the needs of Maine people with disabilities and their families – thanks to you.

Michael and his family participated in Pine Tree Camp’s new Adventure Day Pass program.  His mother told us:  “Being able to continue to go to Pine Tree Camp no matter what has been so positive for us during this time.”

Your Giving Tuesday donation will help Pine Tree Society continue to impact the lives of Maine people with disabilities.  No matter what.

Thanks to generous donors, your gift on Giving Tuesday will be doubled (up to $3500).  $1 becomes $2; $10 becomes $20; $100 becomes $200.

Giving Tuesday is just one day, but it symbolizes a whole world of possibilities for Maine people with disabilities.


Together, we can transform lives. 

Holiday cards never go out of style

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Holiday cards never go out of style.  This year, they are a trend.  During this time of physical distancing, many people are rediscovering the simple pleasure of sending cards as a way to keep in touch with friends and family they can’t spend time with in-person.

Pine Tree Society’s 2020 holiday cards feature beautiful paintings by two celebrated Maine artists: Sandy Crabtree and Carlton Plummer.

Crabtree’s “Winter Sunlight” and Plummer’s “Dover-Foxcroft Village” are beautiful renderings of one of Maine’s most photographed lighthouses and a quintessential Maine village during the holidays.

One hundred percent of proceeds from annual holiday card sales support Pine Tree Society’s programs and help Maine people with disabilities lead richer, more socially connected lives.

Cards can be ordered online at here or by calling 207-443-3341.

In the news! The Piscataquis Observer story features Pine Tree Society’s holiday cards

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Carlton Plummer’s “Dover-Foxcroft Village” caught the attention of The Piscataquis Observer.  Why?  Because the beautiful painting featured as one of Pine Tree Society’s 2020 holiday cards showcases the quintessential Maine Dover-Foxcroft village.

One hundred percent of proceeds from annual holiday card sales support Pine Tree Society’s programs and help Maine people with disabilities lead richer, more socially connected lives.

Cards can be ordered online at here or by calling 207-443-3341.

Artist profile: Sandra Crabtree

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Sandy Crabtree’s paintings have been featured on Pine Tree Society’s holiday cards 12 times. She is a noted children’s book illustrator and a longtime Bath resident who taught at Morse High School for nearly 30 years.  

“Pine Tree Society’s art collection is wonderful and I love being a part of it,” she said.  “You never know how it strikes people’s hearts.  The holiday cards evoke feelings of nostalgia for Maine as a place where you grew up or visited.”

Her painting Winter Sunlight captures one of Maine’s most photographed lighthouses and its keeper’s cottage on Maine’s rocky coast.  A crisp winter day serves as the backdrop for a snow-covered landscape of twinkling lights with a festive balsam wreath adorning the cottage.    

Sandy loves lighthouses.  She also loves tree houses.  

“The tree house at Pine Tree Camp is what first inspired me to want to support the organization.  I think it’s a wonderful idea.” 

Accessible access to the outdoors has never been more important.  One hundred percent of proceeds from annual holiday card sales support Pine Tree Society’s programs and help Maine people with disabilities lead richer, more socially connected lives.

Purchase your cards today online or by calling 207-443-3341.

Assistive Technology Spotlight: Learn more about Speech Watches

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In this video, Katie Beach, Speech-Language Pathologist at Pine Tree Society, shares how the portability of a smart watch can be such a useful tool when it comes to communication and speech.

Did you know?

Pine Tree Society’s Speech and Assistive Technology department has a full Demo and Loan Library so you can check out a variety of communication tools and devices.  For more information call 207-386-5930 or email ecapaldi@pinetreesociety.org.

Technology is powerful and, when it comes to communication, it can be life changing.

Assistive Technology Spotlight: Learn more about the Livescribe pen

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Technology is powerful and, when it comes to communication, it can be life changing.

In this video, Linda Bonnar, Director of Communication Pathways at Pine Tree Society, shares how the Livescribe pen works and why it can be such a useful tool.

Pine Tree Society’s Speech and Assistive Technology department has a full Demo and Loan Library so you can check out a variety of communication tools and devices.  For more information call 207-386-5930 or email ecapaldi@pinetreesociety.org.

Assistive Technology Spotlight: Learn more about the Visual Schedule Planner app

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Technology is powerful and, when it comes to communication, it can be life changing.

In this video, Linda Bonnar, Director of Communication Pathways at Pine Tree Society, shares how the augmentative communication app, Visual Schedule Planner, works and why it can be such a useful tool.

Pine Tree Society’s Speech and Assistive Technology department has a full Demo and Loan Library so you can check out a variety of communication tools and devices.  For more information call 207-386-5930 or email ecapaldi@pinetreesociety.org.