All these terms refer to peer delivered services, a powerful new trend in behavioral health care. Navigating the world of behavioral health can be overwhelming for individuals, youth, and families.…
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On our ShifaME team, we are lucky to have a wonderful group of clinicians and cultural brokers working in partnership to support refugee and immigrant families. A question we often…
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Beim Foundation Funds Provide Access to Behavioral Health Care for Under- and Uninsured Children People of all ages throughout Maine are affected by lack of adequate insurance. Often, those most…
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May is Foster Family Recognition Month, a time to pause and consider that there are nearly 2,000 children in foster care in Maine, and less than 1,500 foster homes. Children…
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When supporting an individual with ASD, I recommend using some of the strategies outlined below to help guide families and caregivers: 1) Set up the environment for success. Think about everything that…
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The week following Valentine’s Day offers us time to reflect on that highly touted weekend celebration. Valentine’s Day. 150 million cards are given – 2nd only to Christmas in…
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According to Merriam-Webster, Thanksgiving is defined as “the act of giving thanks”. Thanks often results in Happiness. And when we’re happy, it’s easier to laugh. We laugh an average of 14 times a day. …
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