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If retention is the goal, one of the ironies is that as you have gaps and you have longer hours and--that is a vicious downward spiral because people burn out.

I don't think there's one in Washington County either.

They're also going to be facing closure; aren't they?

It's not exactly a morale booster.

That's a scary thought, isn't it?

You're dipping into savings to pay the rent.

So awareness is a big part of the issue?

Always a bad place to be.

TAP is the Transition Assistance Program?

For the record, I totally agree with that statement.

I believe that we have leaders there that want to help us, they care.

I think Brunswick or Portland is halfway between Madawaska and New York City. People don't realize how tall Maine is.

Will that access information include information about VA availabilities?

One of the concerns--and I've heard this when I've met with their agencies, particularly in rural Maine, is an epidemic of loneliness.

I'm sorry nobody said we're not gonna return these phone calls, it just didn't happen.

I'm so grateful for your office, Senator King.

So the problem wasn't the service, it was the time to get the service; is that correct?

Take note of what she just said. Twenty-five percent of the residents in Aroostook County today are over 65. That's extraordinary.