Behavioral health services are a necessity and a critical part of healthcare. They are about the essential human dignity of every person, and about relieving human suffering. Medicaid is key…
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Portland Press Herald: Data shows wide geographic disparity of yellow flag usage across Maine
This story was published by Portland Press Herald. View the story online through the link below or read a snippet copied from the article, below. https://www.pressherald.com/2025/05/14/data-shows-wide-geographic-disparity-of-yellow-flag-usage-across-maine/ Clinton police Chief Stanley…
Read More Portland Press Herald: Society Notebook: After 38 years, Spurwink gives its Humanitarian Awards a final sendoff
This story was published by Portland Press Herald. View the story online through the link below or read a snippet copied from the article, below. https://www.pressherald.com/2025/04/24/society-notebook-after-38-years-spurwink-gives-its-humanitarian-awards-a-final-sendoff/ When Spurwink Services began…
Read More New York Times: As Fentanyl Deaths Slow, Meth Comes for Maine
This story was published by Portland Press Herald. View the story online through the link below or read a snippet copied from the article, below. As Fentanyl Deaths Slow, Meth…
Read More Portland Press Herald: Direct care workers fight for restoration of cost-of-living increases in Maine budget
This story was published by Portland Press Herald. View the story online through the link below or read a snippet copied from the article, below. https://www.pressherald.com/2025/03/06/direct-care-workers-fight-for-restoration-of-cost-of-living-increases-in-maine-budget/ Ide McInerney said she…
Read More Fox 23: Maine nonprofits relieved by pause to potential funding freeze
This story was published by Fox 23. View the story online through the link below or read a snippet copied from the article, below. https://fox23maine.com/news/local/maine-nonprofits-relieved-by-pause-to-potential-funding-freeze-spurwink-grant-programs PORTLAND (WGME) -- The close…
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Spurwink Honors Past Humanitarians, Looks Towards Future
PORTLAND, ME – On Tuesday, April 8th, Spurwink’s Humanitarian will welcome guests in celebration of Spurwink’s impact—increasing access to critical behavioral health care—and honoring past Humanitarian award recipients throughout the…
Read More Spurwink Announces Two New Board Members
PORTLAND, ME – Spurwink is pleased to announce two new appointees to its Board of Directors — Corrie Brown and Cynthia Curry — bringing with them years of experience in…
Read More SPURWINK ANNOUNCES NEW BOARD MEMBER
PORTLAND, ME – Spurwink is pleased to announce Amanda Karomba has been appointed to Spurwink’s Board of Directors, bringing with her a wealth of experience, including seven years of dedicated…
Read More SPURWINK AND TRI-COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES UNITING TO STRENGTHEN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES IN MAINE
PORTLAND, ME – Spurwink is pleased to announce that Tri-County Mental Health Services (TCMHS) has joined with Spurwink to strengthen behavioral health services in Lewiston as well as Androscoggin, Franklin,…
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June is the end of Spurwink’s fiscal year, and we need your help to meet our fiscal year-end goals for our Annual Fund. Spurwink faces rising challenges. 74% of the…
“The Humanitarian event was a celebration of the incredible individuals whose vision and generosity have helped Spurwink grow and thrive. Leading this effort alongside passionate volunteers was a privilege—and a…
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