Member News

SKILLS has received an Impact Grant from the Heart of Maine United Way to help fund its Opportunities Driving School! Originally funded and started with a Home and Community Based Services Innovation grant by the Office of Aging and Disability Services, the United Way Impact Grant allows SKILLS to continue operating the driving school while increasing access to a wider audience of potential drivers.

Opportunities Driving School is a one-of-a-kind driver instruction program designed for those who want or need more support in the process of gaining independence on the road. With instructors who are Direct Support Professionals and a state-of-the-art driving simulator, participants get driving practice and instruction in a safe environment while building confidence. After a driver readiness screening, drivers age 18 and older receive one-on-one support to prepare for their permit as well as road tests.

Are you or someone you know interested in support around driving? To learn more or apply, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call (207)431-7723. 

Excellent news from Mount Merici Academy! We are excited to announce that Saint Angela's Cub Den currently has availability for infants and toddlers, offering high-quality, focused care specifically designed for our youngest learners starting at six weeks. This program is dedicated to providing a nurturing, secure, and stimulating "second home" where little ones receive individualized attention, build foundational social-emotional skills, and experience developmentally appropriate exploration, ensuring the Ursuline tradition of compassionate education begins right from the very start. Contact Amie at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call us at 207-873-3773 

There’s a new way to gather, celebrate, and explore and it’s on four wheels. The Belle of Belgrade’s Belle Bus is officially hitting the road, bringing a one-of-a-kind mobile event venue to Central Maine and beyond. Designed for connection, laughter, and unforgettable memories, the Belle Bus offers both Shared Adventures (public themed rides) and Private Rides that can be customized for any occasion, from bridal parties and birthdays to team outings and holiday celebrations.