Maine AllCare News

Here’s a Better Way to Lower Hospital Costs

March 30, 2024

In a special to the Portland Press Herald, Dr. Daniel Bryant argues that propping up our failing healthcare system, at great expense, “will have negative effects on patients, staff and taxpayers”. Instead he proposes a . . . read more »

Thank you to our monthly donors!

March 27, 2024

Even a small amount makes a big difference We appreciate and thank all of our donors — you fuel the work we do. A special shout-out this month to those who make a monthly donation, . . . read more »

Join our letter-writing team

March 22, 2024

Let your voice be heard Do you like to write? Are you interested in raising your voice in support of health care for all? We’re looking for volunteers who would like to share their experiences . . . read more »

March 2024 Newsletter

March 21, 2024

Want to be on our email list? Sign up here! Health care for all: Through the states Did you know that we have a law on the books that would start the process of creating . . . read more »

Support SBUHCA so states can lead: Sign the petition!

March 12, 2024

Did you know that we passed legislation in 2021 that would start the process of creating a universal health care system for Maine? We did—thanks in no small part to your advocacy! And Gov. Mills . . . read more »

Remembering Lynn Cheney

February 25, 2024

The world lost a bright light earlier this month, and we at Maine AllCare lost a treasured colleague and friend. Lynn Cheney died on February 11 after being diagnosed last fall with ALS.  Lynn joined . . . read more »

Reflecting on the passing year and looking ahead to the new

December 31, 2023

As we move through the end of 2023 and the beginning of 2024, we look back on what we’ve accomplished together and what has happened in the movement for health care for all, in Maine . . . read more »

December Newsletter: Annual Appeal, gun safety, how to engage your legislators, Penobscot win, and more

December 23, 2023

December 2023 Annual Appeal Our work toward universal health care for Maine would not be possible without your support. Whether it’s a one-time or monthly donation, every gift, at every level, keeps us going. Thank . . . read more »

Penobscot voters send message: We need publicly funded health care for all

December 6, 2023

In addition to the eight state ballot measures on November 7, residents of Penobscot had their own question to consider: “Shall the citizens of Penobscot call on the Maine Legislature to create a publicly funded . . . read more »

November statewide meeting: Notes and recording available

November 20, 2023

We held our third statewide meeting on Sunday, November 12, via Zoom. Participants joined from around the state, from Westbrook to Hallowell to Blue Hill. On the agenda: Updates on the Penobscot ballot initiative (spoiler . . . read more »