Our emotions, thoughts, and experiences—and how we cope with them—influence our daily life, relationships, and physical health. The way we respond to life’s challenges and develop healthy habits is what…
Read More
Having good mental health positively affects our lives and the people around us. By taking care of ourselves, we can meet our responsibilities, help others, and find happiness. If you’re…
Read MorePORTLAND, ME – Spurwink Services is pleased to announce that Catherine Ryder has been appointed by Governor Janet Mills to the Maine Substance Use Disorder Services Commission, effective April 23,…
Read More
Every child needs a stable attachment to at least one parenting adult—it’s key to one’s development and well-being. But sometimes, a child’s home environment does not meet their safety and…
Read More
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. First observed in the U.S. in 1949, this month is dedicated to raising awareness and educating the public about mental and behavioral health care,…
Read More
On Thursday, June 18, 2026, Spurwink is proud to offer a special viewing of Building Hope: Ending Homelessness in Maine, alongside the City of Auburn. The viewing will be held…
Read More
True community impact doesn’t happen by accident—it’s the result of showing up with intention, care, and shared values. Throughout Spurwink’s partnership with Systems Engineering, one theme rises consistently to the surface: a people‑first commitment grounded in…
Read More
April is Occupational Therapy Month. Since 1980, we’ve used this month as a chance to celebrate occupational therapy service providers and the work they do to help people overcome challenges and participate in daily life. At Spurwink, our occupational therapy…
Read More
Two interns at Spurwink’s Outpatient and Community Services clinic in Bridgton, Maine, recently began facilitating a Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) group—a type of talk therapy that’s often helpful for people…
Read More
Known officially as autism spectrum disorder (ASD), autism is a lifelong neurodivergence and developmental difference that affects how people think, experience the world, and interact with people. While it is…
Read More