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 of Sweetser, and Karen Bate, former Common Ties Executive Director and current Director of Housing & Special Projects at Sweetser, spoke with several media outlets about how the partnership will strengthen support for clients, staff, and the broader Lewiston community.

TV Coverage


Print & Radio

Sun Journal (Press Herald papers)  ·  News article  ·  May 8, 2026

Lewiston mental health agency merges with Sweetser

WGAN 98.5  ·  Radio interview / podcast

Maine Points — interview with Sweetser leadership

Becker’s Behavioral Health  ·  News article

Maine behavioral health provider cites industry pressures in merger