Community Living Association

03/20/2026

Take Action: COLAs Must Be Restored in the Budget!Reach out today to ask your elected official to restore COLAs for direct care service rates in the supplemental budget.BACKGROUNDThe Appropriations Committee is likely to wrap up their work on...

03/18/2026

☘️ How did YOU spend your St. Patrick’s Day? ☘️

At Community Supports, we were busy doing what we do best—working hard and celebrating even harder! 💚

Our day was filled with great vibes as DJ Katey had everyone up and moving to some awesome tunes (seriously…fantastic! 🎶), and we whipped up some deeeeelicious shamrock shakes that were a total hit ☘️🧋

Because let’s be real—life is meant to be enjoyed, and our crew knows how to make every moment count!

And since it’s IDD Awareness Month, we couldn’t think of a better reason to celebrate inclusion, joy, and the amazing individuals who make our community so special 💚🧡

Thanks to all who make this possible. We do have the best teams!!! Work hard. Play hard. Celebrate always. ☘️

03/02/2026

Inclusion Day-March 2nd 2026

In support of IDD Awareness Month, CLA proudly kicked off the month by wearing orange to celebrate the strength, talent and voices of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

When we wear orange, we’re showing our community that inclusion isnt just a value-it’s an action. It’s a simple way to say: We see you. We support you. We celebrate you.

This month we honor the individuals with IDD who enrich our communities with their creativity, resilience and joy.

As an IDD service provider, CLA is committed to building a world where every person is valued and empowered.

Thank you for joining us in standing proud, speaking up and creating spaces where everyone belongs.

02/27/2026

This Monday, March 2, CLA is leading the charge by celebrating Inclusion Day to kick off IDD (Intellectual and Developmental Disability) Awareness Month!

Wear orange to show your support for the individuals who live and work in our community and to highlight the importance of inclusion in everything we do.

Wearing orange is more than a color — it’s a visible way to say that the people who CLA supports are valued, respected, and included.

Every person wearing orange helps spark conversations, raise awareness, and show that inclusion is a priority for our community.

Let’s stand together this Monday — bright, bold, and orange!
Thank you for all that you do to make inclusion possible. 🧡🧡🧡🧡

02/16/2026

Community Case Manager Opening:

Along with our DSP openings, CLA also has a Community Case Manager position for our Houlton Office.

Our Community Case Managers (CCM) use the Person-Centered Planning Process to develop supportive strategies to help meet the needs and interests of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. With this process, the CCM will help to improve our clients’ physical, mental, social, and emotional health while enhancing their ability to live valued roles and participate fully in the community. The CCM will schedule regular visits and promote positive relations with consumers, family, guardians, and advocacy agencies. The CCM will maintain accurate and timely consumer records, progress notes, medical records, emergency information, and assessments.

This is a full-time position and comes with an excellent benefits package and a salary commensurate with experience.

Requirements:

Must be willing to travel throughout Aroostook County as required for client visits. Must have a bachelor’s degree in social work, Human Services, or a relevant degree. Must have at least one year of work or other relevant experience with people with developmental disabilities. Must be able to pass a criminal and DHHS background check. The incumbent must have a valid Maine Driver’s license.

Please see CLA's website www.clamaine.org for a list of all positions, and to apply for the Community Case Manager position; please send a resume to: Shelli.lefay@clastaff.org

CLA is an equal opportunity employer

02/14/2026

Love was in the air yesterday! ❤️

Our crew spent the day making handmade Valentines & boxes, tossing bags in some serious co****le competition, sharing lots of laughs, lunch and a paint & sip.

At Community Living Association, it’s not just about crafts and games — it’s about friendship, inclusion, and celebrating each other every single day.

Happy Valentine’s Day from all of us! 💌

02/03/2026

If you are looking for a rewarding position with great benefits and salary, check out CLA's website under Careers to see our open positions. You can apply for any position directly from the website.

Supporting people with disabilities to be independent, self-confident and participate fully as valued members of the community – helping people lead full and happy lives.

01/01/2026

We rang in the New Year at the CLA Community Supports programs with smiles, laughter, lunch and a festive champagne mocktail toast 🥂✨

Participants enjoyed celebrating together, reflecting on the year behind us, and looking ahead to new goals, opportunities, and adventures in 2026.

Moments like these remind us how meaningful community, connection, and shared joy truly are.

Thanks for the speech Dave !

Here’s to a year filled with growth, independence, and continued success—Happy New Year from all of us at CLA💙🎉

12/24/2025

What brings more joy than receiving heartfelt Christmas cards from dear friends or savoring a festive holiday meal with those who feel like family? 🎄☃️ The stockings overflowed with cheer, filled to the brim with inspiring Christmas cards.

A huge thank you to LP for generously sponsoring a mouth-watering Christmas lunch of prime rib, potatoes, carrots, and salad - a kind gesture that warmed our hearts. 🎅🏻

And kudos to Harmony for crafting a dessert that was truly the icing on the cake! Here's to spreading love, gratitude, and cheer this holiday season. Merry Christmas to all! 🎄☃️

12/19/2025

Yesterday was a great day at CLA. Longevity Bonus checks were distributed throughout the day. We are grateful for all our hardworking staff, from DSPs (the backbone of CLA) all the way through to housekeeping, and beyond. Every department and staff member is essential to CLA. Thank you for all that you do! We are happy to be able to distribute our 4th round of bonuses this 2025 calendar year!

12/18/2025

Today all 4 of the Community Supports Programs got together & kicked off some team celebrations 🎄 🎄🎄

We shared some laughs, enjoyed some Chinese food together, opened presents and youuuuu guessed it !

$🙌$🙌$ BONUS CHECKS !!!! (Longevity appreciation-shout out to Executive Director Rob Moran and the Board) $🙌$🙌$

It’s not often that the teams from Roger Randall, Green Center, Cornerstone and Employment Services get together. In a rare and refreshing break from the usual pace, teams were able to get together to just sit and enjoy each other’s company. 💜

This experience underscored the value of regular team gatherings which is why today it was decided that going forward at least once a year at Christmas we will do just that.🎅🏻☃️🎅🏻☃️

Please enjoy some of the wonderful memories we made together today. And a huge shout out to the Cornerstone team for hosting. 🎄

Thank you CLA & Merry Christmas to All !!!

Missing from our celebration today-Lori, Lori & Eli. We missed you ! 🎄☃️❄️

12/13/2025

Ive been lucky enough in my career to have some pretty great days at work( some not as much😁). Today was probably the best. I was able to present my daughter with a MACSP DSP award. Jillian is a compassionate, hard working DSP who is an amazing staff for us. She works wherever and whenever needed and I’m so very proud of her. Congratulations Jill!