As we approach the 6-month anniversary of the October 25th tragedy, we invite you to join us for a Commemoration Event on Thursday, April 25th at Lewiston’s Simard-Payne Memorial Park.

We will be gathering at 6:30pm for a remembrance ceremony to include brief remarks and moments of silence. We have been working with our Victim Advisory Committee and hope that you can join us as we gather as a community in memory of those lost and in honor of all those affected by the shootings.

We invite everyone to wear blue for the evening as we come together in solidarity. We also ask that our community light candles or lights in their windows on the night of April 25th.

Please invite friends, family, and neighbors to join us. Reach out to the Maine Resiliency Center team at 207-515-3930 or info@maineresiliencycenter.org with any questions. Thank you, and we hope to see you next week.

For those present at either Schemengees or Just-In-Time Recreation during the shootininvite you to join for a time of connection, processing, and support – There will be an additional and optional 30 minutes of skill-building after.

*ASL interpretation is provided.

For friends, family, and loved ones of those who were present or killed at Schemengees or Just-In-Time Recreation during the shootings on October 25th.   

*ASL interpretation provided

Spend time with others to catch up and chat in a relaxed social setting, snacks provided.

*ASL interpretation is provided.

The Maine Resiliency Center’s Victim Advisory Committee is meant to assist staff in identifying the needs of the community and future programming and events. The Committee will be comprised of a mixed group of individuals who are representative of the impacted community, including those who were present, affected family and friends, those who have children who were impacted, and first responders.

There will also be a youth sub-committee afterward from 6:30 - 7:00 p.m.

*ASL interpretation provided

Tai Chi Easy is a carefully developed approach, that makes Tai Chi easy, fun, and beneficial right away that takes five of the traditional movements from Tai Chi and does them in a stationary standing position or seated.

Valo is a Maine-based nonprofit that supports teens and young adults in cultivating connection and emotional well-being.  This is a drop-in group for ages 15-24 who feel impacted by the mass violence event that took place in our community on October 25th.

We will be open for walk-ins on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 3PM-6PM. We also have center advocates on site who can meet with individuals by appointment and be on site.

*ASL interpretation provided

Join Center staff and others in a variety of individual and community craft projects.

This month, you can make your own square to be combined into a quilt that will be placed on display at the Center. If you are unable to attend, but would still like to contribute to the quilt, supplies will be on hand at the center during all open hours.

*ASL interpretation provided

Spend time with others to catch up and chat in a relaxed social setting. Snacks provided.

*ASL interpretation provided

For youth affected by the shooting on October 25th - and whp were not present at either shooting location. This group includes fun activities to support the well-being of your child and topics include crafts, community building, movement, art, and music. Optional parent support component available by appointment to meet your family’s needs.

We will be open for walk-ins on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. We also have Center Advocates on site who can meet with individuals by appointment outside of scheduled walk-in hours.

For those present at either Schemengees or Just-In-Time Recreation during the shootings on October 25th we invite you to join for a time of connection, processing, and support – There will be an additional and optional 30 minutes of skill-building after.

For those present at either Schemengees or Just-In-Time Recreation during the shootings on October 25th we invite you to join for a time of connection, processing, and support – There will be an additional and optional 30 minutes of skill-building after.

For friends, family, and loved ones of those who were present or killed at Schemengees or Just-In-Time Recreation during the shootings on October 25th.

Spend time with others to catch up and chat in a relaxed social setting. Snacks provided.

Tai Chi Easy is a carefully developed approach, that makes Tai Chi easy, fun, and beneficial right away that takes five of the traditional movements from Tai Chi and does them in a stationary standing position or seated.

Maine Resiliency Center Invites you to join us for our Movie Night Wednesday April 17 from 3:00p.m. to 5:00p.m. At 184 Main Street, Lewiston, Maine 04240 best accessed through the garage on 26 Chapel Street.

Showing: The Incredibles

*ASL interpretation provided

We will be open for walk-ins on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. We also have Center Advocates on site who can meet with individuals by appointment outside of scheduled walk-in hours.

Maine Resiliency Center Invites you to join our Spring Fling Tuesday April 16 from 11:00a.m. to 2:00p.m. At 184 Main Street, Lewiston, Maine 04240 best accessed through the garage on 26 Chapel Street. Games, Prizes, Crafts, Food, and Fun!

*ASL interpretation provided

Maine Resiliency Center Invites you to join us for our Bingo Game Night Thursday April 11 from 6:00p.m. to 8:00p.m. At 184 Main Street, Lewiston, Maine 04240 best accessed through the garage on 26 Chapel Street. Bingo, board, and tabletop games, plus food and fun!

*ASL interpretation Provided

Spend time with others to catch up and chat in a relaxed social setting, snacks provided.

Conscious Eating: A Non-Diet Approach

Guests will apply conscious eating practices to design a snack/meal.

We will Explore:

Relationship with Food

Humming VS. Beckoning

Hunger Signals (early, late, beyond hungry)

Hunger Levels

Physical Hunger vs. Emotional, Psychological, Spiritual Hunger

Conscious Snack/Meal Selection

Mindful Eating

Conscious Eating: A Non-Diet Approach

Guests will apply conscious eating practices to design a snack/meal.

We will Explore:

Relationship with Food

Humming VS. Beckoning

Hunger Signals (early, late, beyond hungry)

Hunger Levels

Physical Hunger vs. Emotional, Psychological, Spiritual Hunger

Conscious Snack/Meal Selection

Mindful Eating

*ASL interpretation is provided.

The Maine Resiliency Center is developing a Victim Advisory Committee to assist staff in identifying the needs of the community and future programming and events.

If you are interested in learning more about how you can contribute to the development of the MRC, we hope you will join us! Registration is not required, but is appreciated.

The Victim Advisory Committee will be comprised of a mixed group of individuals who are representative of the impacted community, including those who were present, affected family and friends, those who have children who were impacted, and first responders.

If you are interested in joining, please contact us at info@maineresiliencycenter.org.

Town Hall with the National Mass Violence Victimization Resource Center

Thursday, 2/22

3-4PM

Register for the Webinar at https://musccom.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_KD4be5xGSvqTC4p8tatrHA#/registration or attend in person at the Maine Resiliency Center

The National Town Hall on Mass Violence is sponsored by the NMVVRC with support from the Office for Victims of Crime. This quarterly series provides the best evidence-based mass violence readiness, response and resiliency/recovery resources and practices for:

Mass Violence Victims and Survivors

Victim/Survivor Assistance Professionals

Mental and Behavioral Health Specialists

Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Officials

Allied Professionals

This event is an ongoing exchange of ideas discussing experiences, lessons learned, and best practices to improve community response to mass violence incidents.

ASL interpretation will provided by NMVVRC during this event. Recordings will also be available on their website in the following weeks that will include ASL overlay.

RSVP below to attend at the MRC

This 90 minute workshop is being held on site at the center and is meant to provide supportive educaiton on well-being and resiliency in the wake of mass violence.

First Steps for Healing validates the varied nature of grief and healing and connects individuals through shared experiences and emotions. While there is no manual for recovery, research highlights five characteristics shown to help adults and children heal after mass violence: Hope, safety, connectedness, calm, and a belief in one’s self and one’s community. We will outline healthy coping strategies that tap into these strengths, as well as identify maladaptive ways of coping to avoid. Participants will hear about the importance of self-care, realistic expectations, and small goal-setting. We will offer concrete ways in which community members can support their families and loved ones, paying special attention to evidence-based practices that foster the psychological resilience of children. This session will wrap-up with shared messages of hope, relevant resources, and the opportunity for Q & A.

ASL interpretation is available upon request, please send a request to info@maineresiliencycenter.org by two days prior.

9-11AM: Coffee and Donuts

12-2PM: Pizza and Movie Showing

3:30-4:30PM: Visit with Therapy Dog Bella

ASL interpreter is available upon request, please send a request to info@maineresiliencycenter.org by two days prior.

No registration required.

This 6 week series gathers weekly and is intended for survivors of the mass violence event on October 25th who were present at Schemengees Bar. This group is guided by our trauma-informed professionals who are here to support you in connecting with others to share and process experiences, discuss ways of coping and resources, and cultivate resiliency. If the provided times do not work for you, the support group for those present at Just-in-time Recreation meets on Wednesdays as an alternative option.

ASL interpreter will be on site.

(01/23, 01/30, 02/06, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27)

Connect with others in this 3 week support gathering that meets weekly and is intended for adults who have a family, friend, or loved one that was impacted by the mass violence event that took place in our community on October 25th. Guided by our trauma-informed professionals, people can share their personal experiences, ways of coping, and resources in a safe and confidential space.

ASL interpreter is available upon request, please send a request to info@maineresiliencycenter.org by two days prior.