New data shows youth suicide deaths dropped 11% nationwide after the launch of 988—but what’s really driving the progress? On this WMTW Mental Health Moment, Sweetser’s Kristie Worcester breaks down
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PROPEL Volunteer Day on our Saco Campus
Recently, volunteers from PROPEL beautified Sweetser’s Saco Brick Building! The Brick Building located on our Saco Campus dates back to 1828. PROPEL is a group that unites Greater Portland’s young
READ MORE >Dine to Donate with Portland Pie Company
Wednesday, June 24th 11:00am – 8:00pm 40 Main Street, Biddeford, ME Join us at Portland Pie Company at their Biddeford location on Wednesday, June 24th for a delicious way to
READ MORE >Sweetser/Jack Chevrolet Golf Classic
Monday, June 15th 7:30am – 3:30pm Dunegrass Golf Club – Old Orchard Beach, ME This year’s tournament will take place on Monday, June 15, 2026. Learn more or become a sponsor If
READ MORE >Chipping Fore a Cause: A Charity Golf Scramble
Saturday, June 13th 10:00am Pine Hollow Par 3 – Sanford, ME Join the Sanford Elks for a fun and meaningful day on the course to benefit mental health and recovery. Chipping Fore a Cause is
READ MORE >Viewpoint Hotel’s Gala for Mental Health
Thursday, June 11th 5:00pm – 9:00pm The Viewpoint Hotel – York, ME You’re invited to the 2nd Annual Gala for Mental Health at The Viewpoint — supporting Sweetser. This June,
READ MORE >TV Segment: 988 & Beyond – Finding the Support You Need
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! In this WMTW segment, Sweetser’s Chief Communications Officer, Justin Chenette, breaks down the key mental health resources Mainers should know—from the 988 crisis line
READ MORE >Finding Strength, Sharing Hope: A Powerful Sweetser Testimony
A recent WMTW story highlighted one client’s perspective and his recovery journey at Sweetser’s Hope & Healing Center in Brunswick. Through a new intensive outpatient program, Tommy found more than
READ MORE >Sweetser Brings Free Mental Health First Aid Training to Biddeford
Sweetser’s Mason Cashman recently led a free Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Training for McArthur Library and Age Friendly Biddeford. This training teaches how to identify, understand, and respond to signs
READ MORE >In The News: Common Ties Merger
Sweetser announced its merger with Common Ties Mental Health Services, establishing Sweetser as Maine’s largest provider of Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) services. Jayne Van Bramer, President & CEO
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