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WGAN Newsradio: Maine’s 1st Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility
Sweetser’s Medical Director, Dr. Marc Kaplan, stopped by WGAN to chat with Steve Woods and Dr. Jeff Barkin as they discuss how Sweetser plans on serving the youth of Maine
READ MORE >WGME Podcast: Why Adult Friendships Matter
Between work demands, school schedules, and family commitments, friendships often slip to the bottom of many parents’ to‑do lists. But mental health experts say staying connected with friends isn’t just
READ MORE >TV Segment: Crisis Services Available During the Holiday Season
For many people, the holiday season brings joy, connection, and celebration. But for others, Christmas, Hanukkah, New Year’s, and the weeks surrounding them can intensify stress, loneliness, or emotional struggles.
READ MORE >WPOR 101.9 & Whoopie 100.9 donate holiday cheer to Sweetser kids
Every Maine child should be able to enjoy the light of the holiday season. We are grateful to our friends Jon, Joe, and Courtney with 101.0 WPOR, the team at
READ MORE >TV Segment: Coping with Grief & Loss During the Holiday Season
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,
READ MORE >TV Segment: Managing Holiday Stress
Catch our latest “Mental Health Moment” TV segment on WMTW Channel 8 featuring Kristie Worster, Sweetser’s Chief Program Officer, as she shares practical tips for managing holiday stress. Here are
READ MORE >WGME Spotlight on ME: Healing the Healers
On this Spotlight on ME, WGME’s Adrienne Stein shines a light on the often-overlooked mental health challenges faced by caregivers—counselors, nurses, social workers, and others who dedicate themselves to helping
READ MORE >TV Segment: Fatal Overdoses Down in Maine
Maine is seeing real progress in the fight against fatal drug overdoses—a 23% decline this year alone. What’s behind this hopeful trend? In WMTW’s latest Mental Health Moment segment, Sweetser’s
READ MORE >In the News: Sweetser’s Brunswick Peer Center Opening
Sweetser has been making the headlines over the last month since opening our new SupportME Peer Center in Brunswick, offering Mainers struggling with mental health or substance use challenges a
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