State:
Maine

Therese Cahill - Maine Advocate
Therese found new purpose after a health scare. Read her story.
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AHA's Leadership in Advocacy Award goes to Richard Veilleux
Well deserved award for phenomenal AHA volunteer, Richard Veilleux.
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Katie Rooks, Fundraiser, Advocate, Champion
You see Katie at all Maine AHA events. Find out what she does behind the scenes.
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We are inspired by you. Tell us your story.
AHA Maine is looking for stories. Will you share yours?
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John Smith, Brunswick
Shortly after my wife began her career at the American Heart Association, I started responding to the action alerts she sent out. Initially, I did it to support her. I didn’t realize how much it would end up supporting me.
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Shelly Afthim, Survivor, Staff and Advocate
Meet Shelly Afthim, Southern Maine Heart Walk Director, Survivor and Fierce Advocate.
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Jane Cleaves: Amazing Advocate to the End
Jane Cleaves always inspiring us to do our best.
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Meet Maine Advocate - Nicole Hardy
Amazing story of Nicole Hardy, spokesperson and advocate.
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Becky Smith - Why I Do What I Do
Have you met Becky Smith?
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Meet Jennifer Damon
Jennifer is a survivor, now she is dedicated to helping others.
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