Abby Bedard, 13, spent 10 months at the Redington-Fairview General Hospital emergency department – a stay that highlights the shortage in Maine services for children with disabilities.
Joe Lawlor is a reporter for the Portland Press Herald in Portland, Maine, specializing in the health and human services beat. He covers a wide range of topics including public health, healthcare policy, and social issues. His work has been featured in various publications and he is dedicated to providing in-depth and informative coverage of local news in Maine.