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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As we prepare to celebrate the new year, many Maine families are still waiting to access mental health treatment. We have a goal to hit before 2026 arrives, and we need your help to unlock a $10,000 matching gift.

Hope takes action—and today, your action goes twice as far. Let’s start the new year by ensuring no child walks their path alone. 💛

Double your impact now: sweetser.org/donate

As we prepare to celebrate the new year, many Maine families are still waiting to access mental health treatment. We have a goal to hit before 2026 arrives, and we need your help to unlock a $10,000 matching gift.

Hope takes action—and today, your action goes twice as far. Let’s start the new year by ensuring no child walks their path alone. 💛

Double your impact now: https://www.sweetser.org/support/donate

Help is available. Hope is possible. We are here for you.
📞Access Mental Health/Recovery Services: 1-800-434-3000
📞Access Immediate Crisis Support: 9-8-8
📞Access Free Peer Support: 1-866-771-9276

Help is available. Hope is possible. We are here for you.
📞Access Mental Health/Recovery Services: 1-800-434-3000
📞Access Immediate Crisis Support: 9-8-8
📞Access Free Peer Support: 1-866-771-9276

Sweetser recently received a generous donation of over $4,000 to support mental health services in the Sanford/Springvale area by the Sanford Masonic Lodge, Preble Lodge 143, pictured here alongside Sweetser's Hannah Williams (second from the left) and Sweetser's Liz Smith (far right).

The funds were raised through a successful bowling tournament, showcasing the lodge’s commitment to philanthropy and its dedication to supporting local charities. 🎳

We are grateful for their partnership in strengthening mental health resources for the individuals and families we serve at our Sanford Hope & Healing Center.

Sweetser recently received a generous donation of over $4,000 to support mental health services in the Sanford/Springvale area by the Sanford Masonic Lodge, Preble Lodge 143, pictured here alongside Sweetser's Hannah Williams (second from the left) and Sweetser's Liz Smith (far right).

The funds were raised through a successful bowling tournament, showcasing the lodge’s commitment to philanthropy and its dedication to supporting local charities. 🎳

We are grateful for their partnership in strengthening mental health resources for the individuals and families we serve at our Sanford Hope & Healing Center.

In Maine, various helplines are available for individuals with different levels of need. Here is a recap of why you would call each one and their specific numbers:

📞 PromiseLine: 1-800-434-3000
Why to call: This is an access and referral line. Call this if you are looking to start therapy, join a support group, or access any of Sweetser’s long-term mental health, recovery, or educational services.
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

📞 Maine & National Crisis Line: 9-8-8
Why to call: This is for immediate, urgent intervention. Call or text this if you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, thoughts of suicide, or intense emotional distress.
Hours: 24/7

📞 Peer Support Line: 1-866-771-9276
Why to call: This is for connection and shared experience. Call this if you aren't in a "crisis" but need someone to talk to who "gets it." It is staffed by Peer Specialists—people who have their own "lived experience" with mental health or substance use recovery.
Hours: 24/7

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The holiday season is often portrayed as a time of joy and celebration, but for many, it can amplify feelings of loss and grief. Sweetser’s Medical Director, Dr. Marc Kaplan, reminds us that these emotions are completely normal—whether the loss happened recently or years ago. 24/7 help is available if you need it:
Peer Support Line: Call 1-866-771-9276
Crisis Support: Call or text 988
Remember: It’s okay to feel a mix of emotions this season. Give yourself permission to grieve and seek help when needed.

Your next job could change someone’s life for the better. We're hiring a Targeted Case Manager to help individuals access treatment, support, and hope.

✅ Full-time in Sanford at our walk-in clinic
✅ Competitive pay + $5k sign-on bonus
✅ Be part of a team making a difference every day

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Your next job could change someone’s life for the better. We're hiring a Targeted Case Manager to help individuals access treatment, support, and hope.

✅ Full-time in Sanford at our walk-in clinic
✅ Competitive pay + $5k sign-on bonus
✅ Be part of a team making a difference every day

APPLY TODAY: https://www.sweetserjobs.org/careers/Careers.aspx?req=12898&type=JOBDESCR.

In a season dedicated to giving, we want to take a moment to thank you for everything you do to give back to Sweetser.

Your support ensures that mental health resources remain a priority in our community every single day of the year. We hope your holidays are filled with moments of rest, connection, and self-care.

In a season dedicated to giving, we want to take a moment to thank you for everything you do to give back to Sweetser.

Your support ensures that mental health resources remain a priority in our community every single day of the year. We hope your holidays are filled with moments of rest, connection, and self-care.

Sweetser is grateful for our sponsors!