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.
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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.
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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.
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Giving school-aged students the best chance for successful learning, Sweetser’s special education curriculum supports students struggling with social, emotional, and academic challenges.
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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
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.
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Sweetser opens new Peer Center in Brunswick
Learn more about this free community resource for those struggling with mental health and recovery…
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WMTW-TV's Ronnie Parrillo sat down with Sweetser's Dr. Marc Kaplan to discuss dealing with grief and loss during the holiday season.
The holidays can bring up emotions associated with grief or loss for some people, but experts say being around loved ones is key to helping yourself.
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Happy New Year from all of us here at Sweetser! May your 2026 be a year filled with prioritizing your mental well-being. 🎆
Check out this amazing design, created by one of our talented students at our special purpose school in Saco. 🦞
Happy New Year from all of us here at Sweetser! May your 2026 be a year filled with prioritizing your mental well-being. 🎆
Check out this amazing design, created by one of our talented students at our special purpose school in Saco. 🦞
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
When someone is overwhelmed, in crisis, or unsure where to look for a path toward change, knowing the right number to call can make an important…
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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.
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