OPTIONS Initiative at Sweetser

OPTIONS (Overdose Prevention Through Intensive Outreach, Naloxone, and Safety) initiative at Sweetser is a partnership with the Maine Office of Behavioral Health to improve the health of Mainers who use substances by using harm reduction strategies, supporting recovery, and providing referrals for services.

OPTIONS Referral

Date of Referral*
Name of person making referral*
First Last
Contact info of person making referral
Referring agency (if applicable)
County*
Name*
First Last
Date of Birth
Address*
Telephone*
Safety Concerns*
Reason for referring*

As part of the program, Sweetser has licensed behavioral health clinicians who work with law enforcement agencies, emergency services, and community partners to:

Engage in post-overdose follow-up and help with referrals.
Conduct community outreach.
De-escalate behavioral health crises when possible.
Provide short-term counseling interventions when needed.
Distribute Naloxone.

The OPTIONS Initiative is provided by Sweetser in the following counties:

Cumberland
Franklin
Kennebec
Knox
Lincoln
Sagadahoc
Somerset
Waldo
York

Maine’s Good Samaritan Law: The LD 329 Act exempts persons reporting a drug-related medical emergency from criminal liability.

Learn more at Know Your OPTIONS.