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What a night of laughter, community, and giving back! 😂💚

We're still smiling after an incredible Smiles for Sweetser comedy show!Read more Thank you to everyone who joined us for a night of laughs in support of Sweetser's mission to provide hope and healing to Mainers.

A special shoutout to all of our generous sponsors and media partners, including @1075frankfm, @999thewolf, @1063thebone, @993thewave, News Talk 98.1 WTSN / 98.7 HD2 / 1270 AM, and 98.7 Frank FM, for helping make this event a success!

🎥 Relive some of the smiles and highlights from this unforgettable evening!

What a night of laughter, community, and giving back! 😂💚

We're still smiling after an incredible Smiles for Sweetser comedy show!Read more Thank you to everyone who joined us for a night of laughs in support of Sweetser's mission to provide hope and healing to Mainers.

A special shoutout to all of our generous sponsors and media partners, including 107.5 FRANK FM, 99.9 The Wolf, 106.3 The Bone, 99.3 The Wave, News Talk 98.1 WTSN/ 98.7 HD2 / 1270 AM, and 98.7 Frank FM, for helping make this event a success!

🎥 Relive some of the smiles and highlights from this unforgettable evening!

A room full of laughter can make hope feel a little closer. Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2nd Annual Smiles for Sweetser Comedy Show Read moreand helped make it such a wonderful success!

A big thank-you to our hilarious comedians—Jody Sloane, Jolanda Logan, Mark Turcotte, and Leonard Kimble for sharing their talent and bringing the laughs. And we’re especially grateful to our corporate sponsors: Maine Community Bank, Aquaboggan, Gridiron Restaurant, Ossipee Garage Doors, Mindy’s Munchies, Sweet Meadows Flower & Gift Shop, Pet Supplies Plus, University Credit Union, and Nova Roofing & Siding. Your support helped make this evening possible.

Thanks to everyone who attended, volunteered, and supported Sweetser. Together, you helped turn laughter into hope for mental health services in our community.

A room full of laughter can make hope feel a little closer. Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2nd Annual Smiles for Sweetser Comedy Show Read moreand helped make it such a wonderful success!

A big thank-you to our hilarious comedians—Jody Sloane, Jolanda Logan, Mark Turcotte, and Leonard Kimble for sharing their talent and bringing the laughs. And we’re especially grateful to our corporate sponsors: Maine Community Bank, Aquaboggan Waterpark, Gridiron Restaurant Lewiston, Ossipee Garage Doors, LLC, Mindy's Munchies of Maine, Sweet Meadows Flower Shop, Pet Supplies Plus - Somersworth, NH, University Credit Union, and Nova Roofing and Siding. Your support helped make this evening possible.

Thanks to everyone who attended, volunteered, and supported Sweetser. Together, you helped turn laughter into hope for mental health services in our community.

🎃👻 Calling all little ghosts, goblins, and grown-ups! Get ready for a SPOOKTACULAR night of family fun! ⛳

Looking for a fun way to Read morecelebrate Halloween with the whole family? Grab your costumes and head to @aquaboggan in Saco for Ghoulish Golf, a Halloween-themed mini golf adventure 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 Read morecelebrate Halloween with the whole family? Grab your costumes and head to Aquaboggan Waterpark in Saco for Ghoulish Golf, a Halloween-themed mini golf adventure 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,Read more recently attended the @nasw_me Annual Conference!

The conference provided a wonderful opportunity to connect with social work professionals 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.

Connecting with Maine's Social Work Community! 💚

Sweetser's Affiliates Program Manager, Jan Dubois, and Recruiter, Emily Grant,Read more recently attended the NASW Maine Chapter Annual Conference!

The conference provided a wonderful opportunity to connect with social work professionals 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 18Read more lives and forever changed countless others.

We remember the lives lost, honor the survivors and their families, and stand with everyone whose 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. 💙