Charlotte White Center CEO Emeritus honored for work with the state brain injury community
DOVER-FOXCROFT — On Oct. 17 Richard M. Brown, Charlotte White Center CEO Emeritus, was the recipient of the Lewis and Clara Lamont Advocacy Award for longstanding commitment, advocacy and support for the Maine brain injury community. The award was also given in recognition for Brown’s 10 years of service on the State Acquired Brain Injury Advisory Council including his current service as co-chair of the council.
This award has been given out each year since 2010 to people who have demonstrated an understanding and a meaningful response to supporting the needs of citizens of Maine affected by brain injuries. All seven of the recipients of this award have been deeply involved in helping to promote a statewide response to rehabilitation, recovery and discovery within this community.
In his remarks Brown thanked the work of fellow council members in working actively to advocate for change. He applauded the close relationship between the council, the Office of Aging and Disability Services, providers, state legislators, families and individuals impacted by the short and long-term effects of acquired brain injuries. Brown also went on to remark that he would not have been able to devote himself to this level of advocacy work were it not for the great team and skilled work of the employees of the Charlotte White Center who care so deeply and provide such a high level of professional support for people seeking agency services.
The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) is a national nonprofit organization founded in 1980. BIAA’s mission is to advance brain injury prevention, research, treatment and education and to improve the quality of life for all people affected by brain injury. BIAA established its Maine chapter in 2013 to address the needs of individuals with brain injury and their families who live in the state
The BIAA–Maine Chapter works to increase awareness of brain injury, provide information, resources and support, and advocate for prevention and improved funding and services across Maine. For more information, please go to www.biausa.org/Maine/index.htm
The Charlotte White Center (CWC) is a non-profit, 501(C)(3) agency whose mission is to provide quality community health and social services for adults, children and families affected by cognitive or developmental disabilities, behavioral or mental health challenges, domestic violence, or acquired brain injuries. CWC is committed to improving quality of life for those we serve and our employees by providing opportunities for personal growth, learning, transformation, employment, and self-fulfilment. CWC celebrates 38-plus years of service, as a result of the hard work and effort of so many caring, thoughtful, and concerned citizens. Every day hundreds of staff and clients engage in a process of open dialogue, thoughtful interactions, and support for personal goals that enrich the lives of all parties. For more information, go to www.charlottewhite.org.
Photo courtesy of Charlotte White Center
HONOR FOR WORK WITH THE BRAIN INJURY COMMUNITY — Richard M. Brown CEO, Emeritus of the Charlotte White Center and co-chair of the Acquired Brain Injury Advisory Council recently received the Lewis and Clara Lamont Advocacy Award for his longstanding commitment, advocacy and support for the Maine brain injury community. Brown, who has served a decade on the council, is pictured by a photo of the Charlotte White Center namesake.