Pine Tree Society Blog

Sean: Sharing his voice through eye gaze technology

”The first thing that comes to mind is hope.”  That’s how Brenda describes meeting Linda Bonnar, Director of Communication Pathways, and her team at Pine Tree Society. Brenda’s son Sean has Cerebral Palsy and, until meeting the Communication Pathways team, was...

Ian: Learning skills and focus through music

Ian is in his early 20s and entering a new phase of life. He recently graduated from high school and is transitioning into adulthood. One of his goals is to find a job he enjoys and develop his career. “He loves plants and takes real pride in gardening and growing...

Sandy Crabtree: Featured artist Pine Tree Society 2023 holiday cards

Maine artist Sandy Crabtree is a noted children’s book illustrator and longtime Bath resident who taught at Morse High School for nearly 30 years. “Pine Tree Society has such a beautiful collection of Maine art that captures the history of this area.” That’s how she...

Carlton Plummer: Featured artist Pine Tree Society 2023 holiday cards

Maine artist Carlton Plummer passed away in 2020, but his spirit lives on through Pine Tree Society’s holiday cards. His painting “Christmas Village” was selected from the archive as the design for this year’s card.  Plummer was born in Brunswick and spent his...

Spread holiday cheer and give back at the same time

When you send a Pine Tree Society holiday card, you not only spread cheer to your friends and family, but you help Maine people with disabilities stay connected all year-long. One hundred percent of proceeds support Pine Tree Society’s programs. Order your cards today...

In the news: Pine Tree Camp’s Dirigo Experience

"It's like being with family." "I feel truly seen." That's how one camper describes their participation with Pine Tree Camp's Dirigo Experience. This unique week-long overnight camp for Maine's Deaf and hard of hearing youth has doubled in size since it first began...

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