It’s no secret that housing costs have skyrocketed. Many in the U.S. have been hit with housing insecurity, but the homeless population has been hit even harder. Since 2020, homelessness…
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May is Mental Health Awareness month, which signals a time to reflect on our own mental health and the need for more openness and non-judgment on mental illness. At any...
Read MoreIn the last two months, a variety of foundations have invested in access to mental health services in Maine. We are incredibly grateful for these funds, which will allow children,…
Meet Tina Currie, an enthusiastic volunteer on Spurwink’s Humanitarian Committee. Tina, who joined Spurwink’s IT team after Tri-County Mental Health Services (TCMHS) joined Spurwink last year, quickly became involved with…
It is a busy legislative season in Augusta and Washington D.C. and Spurwink leaders have been advocating on issues and bills that are important to our clients and staff. Senator…
Dear Friends, Over the last six months, a New York Times health reporter, Jan Hoffman, has been visiting Spurwink and Portland, and working on a series of articles about the…
Written by Ellyce Kline Spurwink’s winter cohort of interns in the Next Gen Nonprofit Leadership Program are wrapping up their time working in Spurwink’s administration offices. The cohort joined Advancement,…
Written by Ellyce Kline Meet Ashley Boyle, a spirited Spurwink volunteer serving on the Development Committee and chairing this year’s Humanitarian on April 8th. Ashley was encouraged to volunteer through…
Written by Mattey Boyer Spurwink appreciates our funders for their generous support in helping us expand access to behavioral health care. Through their contributions, our funders are making a meaningful…
Spurwink has a strong presence in Augusta during this 132nd Maine Legislative Session, advocating for issues that are important to our clients, staff, and programs. Spurwink has already provided testimony...
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