Promising Futures for Children & Families
Sweetser offers support in many ways for your child and your family behavioral health needs. Services are available in your community, including through many primary care offices, in a residential setting, or in your child’s school.
Services For Families
Promising Futures for Adults
Sweetser offers support in many ways for improved adult mental health services — available in your home, or in the community at Sweetser clinics and in many primary care offices.
Services For Adults
Peer-to-Peer Support
It may not be a crisis, but there are times when talking with a peer support specialist who has experience in recovery can make a big difference.
Peer Services
Educational Services
Giving school-aged students the best chance for successful learning, Sweetser’s special education curriculum supports students struggling with social, emotional, and academic challenges.
Educational Services
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Don’t settle for just a paycheck. Choose a job that truly inspires you. Choose a job that could change a life – even your own. Begin your career in mental health with Sweetser, paid training provided. Sign on bonuses for many positions.
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Sweetser offers support in many ways for your child and your family behavioral health needs. Services are available in your community, including through many primary care offices, in a residential setting, or in your child’s school.
Services
It may not be a crisis, but there are times when talking with a peer support specialist who has experience in recovery can make a big difference.
Services
Higher Ground: Family of Soul
Join us for an unforgettable evening of blues and soul hits from the ’60s and ’70s at Sweetser’s Higher Ground Concert, presented by Kennebec Savings Bank!
Enjoy live music, a cash bar, and a night of great entertainment while supporting Sweetser’s work of providing critical mental health services to children, adults, and families across Maine.
The evening will feature a special guest performance by Julia Gagnon, the Maine-born singer and 2024 American Idol Top 7 finalist. Her powerful voice and soulful style will make this a night to remember.
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🎃👻 Calling all little ghosts, goblins, and grown-ups! Get ready for a SPOOKTACULAR night of family fun! ⛳
Looking for a fun way to celebrate Halloween with the whole family? Grab your costumes and head to @aquaboggan in Saco for Ghoulish Golf, a Halloween-themed mini golf adventureRead more where every swing supports mental health! 💚
🦇 Here’s what’s brewing:
⛳ Spooky mini golf fun for all ages!
🍎 Warm apple cider to keep you cozy!
🍿 Popcorn, fried dough, and tasty treats!
🧙 Costume discount! Dress up and get $2 OFF admission!
❤️ Best of all, ticket sales support Sweetser’s mental health services, helping bring treatment, support, and hope to children, adults, and families across Maine.
📅 Friday, October 30th
🕕 6:00–9:30 PM
📍 Aquaboggan | 980 Portland Road, Saco, ME
Whether you’re bringing the kids, planning a fun night with friends, or looking for a festive outing with co-workers, there’s something for everyone!
👻 Come for the boos, stay for the fun, and help us turn Halloween spirit into hope!
🎃👻 Calling all little ghosts, goblins, and grown-ups! Get ready for a SPOOKTACULAR night of family fun! ⛳
Looking for a fun way to celebrate Halloween with the whole family? Grab your costumes and head to Aquaboggan Waterpark in Saco for Ghoulish Golf, a Halloween-themed mini golf Read moreadventure where every swing supports mental health! 💚
🦇 Here's what's brewing:
⛳ Spooky mini golf fun for all ages!
🍎 Warm apple cider to keep you cozy!
🍿 Popcorn, fried dough, and tasty treats!
🧙 Costume discount! Dress up and get $2 OFF admission!
❤️ Best of all, ticket sales support Sweetser's mental health services, helping bring treatment, support, and hope to children, adults, and families across Maine.
📅 Friday, October 30th
🕕 6:00–9:30 PM
📍 Aquaboggan | 980 Portland Road, Saco, ME
Whether you're bringing the kids, planning a fun night with friends, or looking for a festive outing with co-workers, there's something for everyone!
👻 Come for the boos, stay for the fun, and help us turn Halloween spirit into hope!
Connecting with Maine's Social Work Community! 💚
Sweetser's Affiliates Program Manager, Jan Dubois, and Recruiter, Emily Grant, recently attended the @nasw_me Annual Conference!
The conference provided a wonderful opportunity to connect with social work professionals Read morefrom across the state, share information about career opportunities and Sweetser's Affiliates Program, and build relationships with those dedicated to supporting the mental health and well-being of Mainers.
Thank you to NASW Maine for bringing together professionals who are making a difference in our communities every day! We're excited to continue growing our network and connecting with individuals who share Sweetser's mission of providing hope and healing.
Connecting with Maine's Social Work Community! 💚
Sweetser's Affiliates Program Manager, Jan Dubois, and Recruiter, Emily Grant, recently attended the NASW Maine Chapter Annual Conference!
The conference provided a wonderful opportunity to connect with social work Read moreprofessionals from across the state, share information about career opportunities and Sweetser's Affiliates Program, and build relationships with those dedicated to supporting the mental health and well-being of Mainers.
Thank you to NASW Maine for bringing together professionals who are making a difference in our communities every day! We're excited to continue growing our network and connecting with individuals who share Sweetser's mission of providing hope and healing.
💙 Forever Lewiston Strong. Forever United in Hope.
Today marks three years since the October 25th, 2023, tragedy in Lewiston that took 18 lives and forever changed countless others.
We remember the lives lost, honor the survivors and their families, and stand with everyone Read morewhose lives continue to be impacted. We are reminded that while healing takes time, no one should have to navigate grief, trauma, or recovery alone.
At Sweetser, we remain committed to providing long-term hope and healing to the Lewiston community and all those who need support. Anniversaries of traumatic events can bring difficult emotions to the surface, sometimes unexpectedly. Whether you were directly impacted or are part of the wider community, your feelings matter, and support is available.
☎️ IF YOU NEED SUPPORT TODAY
✅ 24/7 Peer Support Line: 1-866-771-9276 — Free support from trained individuals with lived experience who understand the challenges of mental health and recovery and can be there for you to listen and foster understanding and connection.
✅ 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 anytime for free, confidential emotional and crisis support.
🫶 WALK-IN MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT THIS WEEK
Sweetser's Lewiston Hope & Healing Center, located at 20 Mollison Way, offers accessible mental health and recovery support when you need it. No appointment needed. Just walk in Monday through Friday, 9 AM–4 PM. Learn more: www.LewistonHealing.org
As we reflect on this day, may we continue to honor those we have lost by showing compassion, checking in on one another, and ensuring that hope and healing remain within reach for everyone.
Lewiston, you are not alone. Today, tomorrow, and always, we stand with you. Together, we are forever #LewistonStrong. 💙
💙 Forever Lewiston Strong. Forever United in Hope.
Today marks three years since the October 25th, 2023, tragedy in Lewiston that took 18 lives and forever changed countless others.
We remember the lives lost, honor the survivors and their families, and stand with everyone Read morewhose lives continue to be impacted. We are reminded that while healing takes time, no one should have to navigate grief, trauma, or recovery alone.
At Sweetser, we remain committed to providing long-term hope and healing to the Lewiston community and all those who need support. Anniversaries of traumatic events can bring difficult emotions to the surface, sometimes unexpectedly. Whether you were directly impacted or are part of the wider community, your feelings matter, and support is available.
☎️ IF YOU NEED SUPPORT TODAY
✅ 24/7 Peer Support Line: 1-866-771-9276 — Free support from trained individuals with lived experience who understand the challenges of mental health and recovery and can be there for you to listen and foster understanding and connection.
✅ 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 anytime for free, confidential emotional and crisis support.
🫶 WALK-IN MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT THIS WEEK
Sweetser's Lewiston Hope & Healing Center, located at 20 Mollison Way, offers accessible mental health and recovery support when you need it. No appointment needed. Just walk in Monday through Friday, 9 AM–4 PM. Learn more: www.LewistonHealing.org
As we reflect on this day, may we continue to honor those we have lost by showing compassion, checking in on one another, and ensuring that hope and healing remain within reach for everyone.
Lewiston, you are not alone. Today, tomorrow, and always, we stand with you. Together, we are forever #LewistonStrong. 💙
One of our comedians is coming up from the Big Apple just to be with us for our show Friday night. Tickets still available. comedytickets.org
Sweetser's crisis leaders recently traveled to Atlanta, Georgia, for CrisisCon26, an exciting opportunity to connect with fellow behavioral health professionals, exchange ideas, and explore innovative strategies to strengthen crisis services here in Maine! Representing Sweetser were Doug Read moreWeaver, Director of Clinical Adult Residential; Joanne Grant, Chief Growth Officer; and Elise Chase, Director of Crisis Services. Beyond the conference sessions, our team enjoyed dinner with fellow crisis provider @theopportunityalliance, strengthening our partnership and collaboration while having some fun along the way!
And of course, one of the biggest highlights of the trip? The therapy dogs! A wonderful reminder of the comfort and connection our four-legged friends can bring to mental health and wellness. We're grateful for opportunities like CrisisCon that inspire new ideas, foster meaningful partnerships, and help us continue advancing crisis care for Mainers across the state!
Sweetser's crisis leaders recently traveled to Atlanta, Georgia, for CrisisCon26, an exciting opportunity to connect with fellow behavioral health professionals, exchange ideas, and explore innovative strategies to strengthen crisis services here in Maine! Representing Sweetser were Doug Read moreWeaver, Director of Clinical Adult Residential; Joanne Grant, Chief Growth Officer; and Elise Chase, Director of Crisis Services. Beyond the conference sessions, our team enjoyed dinner with fellow crisis provider The Opportunity Alliance, strengthening our partnership and collaboration while having some fun along the way!
And of course, one of the biggest highlights of the trip? The therapy dogs! A wonderful reminder of the comfort and connection our four-legged friends can bring to mental health and wellness. We're grateful for opportunities like CrisisCon that inspire new ideas, foster meaningful partnerships, and help us continue advancing crisis care for Mainers across the state!
Laughter is truly the best medicine! 😂
It turns out the science backs up what we’ve all felt after a good belly laugh: it helps our mood and stress levels. We’re about 30 times more likely to laugh when we’re with other people, so come laugh with us to get your weekly dose of Read morehumor on Friday, Oct. 23rd, at our Smiles for Sweetser Comedy Show! 7–9:30 p.m. at the Italian Heritage Center in Portland. Four great comedians, all for a great cause. ComedyTickets.org
Laughter is truly the best medicine! 😂
It turns out the science backs up what we’ve all felt after a good belly laugh: it helps our mood and stress levels. We’re about 30 times more likely to laugh when we’re with other people, so come laugh with us to get your weekly dose of Read morehumor on Friday, Oct. 23rd, at our Smiles for Sweetser Comedy Show! 7–9:30 p.m. at the Italian Heritage Center in Portland. Four great comedians, all for a great cause. ComedyTickets.org
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