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Maine Points: Sweetser

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Maine Points: Sweetser

Sweetser is a behavioral nonprofit that provides evidence-based treatment, support and hope through a statewide network of community-based mental health, recovery, and educational services. Sweetser serves over 12,000 children, families and adults each year, in every corner of Maine.

To access services call their PromiseLine 1-800-434-3000 In crisis? Text/Call 988.

The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a free, confidential, 24/7 national hotline for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis—or any kind of emotional distress. You can call, text, or chat online. In Maine, 988 connects you with trained crisis counselors and, if needed, local crisis response teams from organizations like Sweetser.

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