The Healthcare Coalition of Maine is made up of eight district chapters, based on the public health districts of Maine. Each district chapter is convened by the DHHS district liaison, and the eight district chapters are coordinated and guided by Maine CDC through a statewide coalition coordinator.
The Healthcare Coalition of Maine is neighbors helping neighbors across Maine prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies that impact the healthcare system. We bring together hospitals, clinics, emergency services, public health partners, and other healthcare organizations to work as one coordinated network. By collaborating before, during, and after emergencies, we help ensure Maine’s healthcare system can continue caring for people when it matters most.
Our work focuses on readiness and resilience. This includes supporting healthcare organizations with:
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Emergency planning and coordination
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Training for healthcare and response staff
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Access to medical equipment and supplies
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Reliable communication systems and real-time information
Together, we strengthen Maine’s ability to respond to emergencies while maintaining safe, effective healthcare services.
Who We Are
Funding and Support
The Healthcare Coalition of Maine is funded through the Hospital Preparedness Program, awarded to the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention as part of its Public Health Emergency Preparedness Program. This funding is provided by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services through the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response.
What We Do
Plan, Train, Exercise
to strengthen community resiliency, surge capacity, and response capabilities.
Collaborate
to prevent, mitigate, prepare, respond, and recover from disasters.
Coordinate
with Coalition partners on projects that will increase Maine’s readiness capabilities.
Communicate
between local, regional, and statewide partners to enhance community preparedness.
Become a Member
Benefits of joining the coalition:
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Partner with community stakeholders throughout the region on community plans and exercises to prepare and meet your agency’s regulatory requirements.
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Receive effective and timely updates and information from trusted public and private sources.
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Collaborate and network to develop relationships to leverage resources, share best practices, and meet organizational goals.
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Access to funding to support health and medical preparedness initiatives.
