§ 22-A §202 — Mission; guiding principles

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Mission.
The mission of the department is to provide health and human services to the people of Maine so that all persons may achieve and maintain their optimal level of health and their full potential for economic independence and personal development. Within available funds, the department shall provide supportive, preventive, protective, public health and intervention services to children, families and adults, including the elderly and adults with disabilities. The department shall endeavor to assist individuals in meeting their needs and families in providing for the developmental, health and safety needs of their children, while respecting the rights and preferences of the individual or family.
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Guiding principles.
The following principles are adopted to guide the department. In the performance of its duties, the department shall strive to:

Legislative History

PL 2003, c. 689, §A1 (NEW).