MaineHealth Behavioral Health

12/18/2025

This annual report story showcases how we’re meeting the rising need for psychiatric professionals through two innovative programs: the New Graduate Nurse Residency and the Psychiatric Technician Apprentice Program. Both initiatives reflect our value of ownership—investing in our people, strengthening our teams, and building sustainable career pathways.

Explore the story to see how these programs are shaping the future of behavioral healthcare. https://mhbh-annualreport.mainehealth.org/ownership/

12/17/2025

🧼 Clean hands make a difference—especially during cold and flu season!

Thanks to a fun hand hygiene contest led by Eryn Pawluk, Infection Prevention Specialist, team members put their knowledge into action. Congratulations to Darla Giftos, an Environmental Services team member, for being our winner!

It was great to see so many staff reinforcing the importance of hand hygiene this respiratory season. Way to go, Darla! 💙

12/16/2025

Thanks to the generosity of our incredible staff, generous donors —and the mighty efforts of our Philanthropy Committee volunteers who gathered and wrapped gifts today—patients will receive thoughtful gifts and essential items this holiday season! 💙

Our Holiday Partners program runs through December 31—so there’s still time to help bring comfort, dignity, and joy to those we serve.
Donate here: https://fundraising.mmc.org/BH/MSB/DONATE

12/16/2025

Laughter, cocoa, games, and singing made for a joyful afternoon as our management team took time to connect and reflect on a year of supporting our teams. We’re grateful for the dedication of staff across our organization and wish everyone a warm and happy holiday season.

12/11/2025

We're excited to share Josie’s inspiring journey to wellness, made possible by the wonderful team at our Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) in Belfast. Her story is a heartfelt reminder of how caring support and dedicated care can help people find hope and reconnect with themselves. We're so proud of the difference our team makes every day! Read her story here:
Read story: https://comms.mainehealth.org/PoliteMail/default.aspx?page=UT388ckjN0-ydYpixC-BLg&ref_id=gYK-lKCvZU6PH69SRivcag

12/04/2025

💙 Honoring Nursing Excellence! 💙

During National Nurses’ Week, four outstanding MHBH care team members were awarded with Nursing Excellence and Partners in Practice Awards—recognizing their passion, integrity, and commitment to our values.

Read all about their inspiring stories in our Annual Report! https://mhbh-annualreport.mainehealth.org/integrity/

12/02/2025

This Giving Tuesday, you can make a direct impact on behavioral health care across Maine!

The annual fund supports every corner of our organization — from our outpatient practices to our inpatient hospital, MaineHealth Behavioral Health at Spring Harbor. Your unrestricted gift goes to work immediately, helping patients and clients at nearly 30 locations statewide access the timely, compassionate care they deserve.

Give today and help us bring hope and healing to more Maine families.

This Giving Tuesday, please join us in helping provide the simple items—and the compassion—that make healing possible.
Donate today: https://bit.ly/4iJgHfJ

11/28/2025

✨ Making Spirits Bright—Together! ✨

Nearly 130 friends of MHBH gathered at Shipyard Brewing for our annual Making Spirits Bright celebration, raising more than $15,000 for the Holiday Partners Program! 🎁💙

A heartfelt thank-you to Shipyard Brewing Company for generously hosting—and to all of our incredible donors and sponsors whose support made this event such a success. Your generosity helps provide warm clothing, gift cards, and other essential items to patients and families during the holidays and throughout the year. In case you missed out, we can take donations through December 31. https://fundraising.mmc.org/BH/MSB/DONATE
Cousins Co. Great Diamond Partners McFarlane Field Associates at Portside Real Estate Group Plastic & Hand Surgical Associates Dr. Kasey Hill Dirigo Solar Puritan Medical Products
Together, we’re truly making spirits bright! ✨💛

11/27/2025

Our Lancaster team gathered this week for a fun and festive "friendsgiving" filled with delicious food and good times! We loved spending time together before the holiday. Wishing everyone a happy Thanksgiving!

11/26/2025

In recognition of National Nurses’ Week, MaineHealth Behavioral Health proudly celebrated the dedication and excellence of our care teams through award presentations. This year's annual report featured a story about four exemplary staff members presented with the Nursing Excellence and Partners in Practice Awards, acknowledging their compassion, clinical expertise, and steadfast commitment to our patients and colleagues. Their achievements embody the highest standards of our organization. Check it out here:

Honoring Our Healthcare Heroes: Nursing Excellence & Partners in Practice


As part of our National Nurses' Week celebration, Jason Rosenberg, MHBH Chief Nursing Officer, had the honor of surprising four exceptional care team

11/21/2025

We are so proud of our own KiM Capone-Sprague for an incredible accomplishment! For most of her life, she struggled with her weight. At her heaviest, she weighed nearly 300 pounds and felt stuck and unhappy. Thirteen years ago, she found a food addiction recovery program that changed everything and helped her maintain a healthy body size.

But four years ago, she realized something was still missing—she wanted to be active and truly live her life. So she started small: CrossFit classes, short runs, and slow, steady progress.

From running 100 feet… to a 5K… to the Beach to Beacon 10K… to a half marathon… each milestone gave her the confidence to reach for the next. And this year, she achieved a dream she once thought impossible: she ran the TCS New York City Marathon 2025. 🏅💙

Her journey is a reminder that it’s never too late to take the first step toward a life you love.

Help us congratulate KiM on this incredible accomplishment! 👏✨

11/14/2025

We're so excited for Making Spirits Bright at Shipyard Brewing Company on November 18! There are only a few days left to grab your tickets. Your support helps MaineHealth Behavioral Health’s Holiday Partners Program bring comfort, dignity, and happiness to patients in need. Every ticket makes a difference—hope to see you there! Get your tickets here: https://www.mainehealth.org/bh-holidaypartners
Thank you to our sponsors: Shipyard Brewing Co., Cousins Co Renovations & Remodels, Great Diamond Partners, McFarlane Field Associates at Portside Real Estate Group, Plastic & Hand Surgical Associates, Cape Integrative Health, Dirigo Solar, Hill Dental Wellness, Luke's Lemonade, Puritan Medical Products

Celebrate the season with great food, live music by local artist Cold Atlantic, and a curated raffle featuring standout prizes — including local dining experiences, artisan baskets, and family outings.