Sweetser Belfast Residential
9 School Street
Belfast, ME 04915
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About Sweetser Belfast Residential
Sweetser is a behavioral health nonprofit agency that provides mental health, recovery, and educational services for people of all ages in Maine. In their secluded center in Belfast, they offer a couple residential programs for youth and adults.
Their Fresh Start program is for young people aged 18-24 who have either a substance use or mental health disorder diagnosis. Many of these clients have experienced childhood trauma, are involved in the criminal justice system or have had a psychiatric hospital stay. I like that this program prevents homelessness and helps young people develop the foundation they need to live on their own successfully.
In addition to a place to live, this program gives young Mariners individual and group therapy, enrichment activities, social interactions, skill development to join the workforce, go to school or volunteer in the local community. What I find most striking about this program is that youth get access to a whole support team. This team is carefully curated to give clients all the support they need. Staff include a program manager, a transitional coordinator, a youth peer, and a clinician that specialize in co-occurring disorders.
To access Fresh Start, the State of Maine needs to make a referral.
Belfast is also home to one of Sweetser’s Private Non-Medical Institutions (PNMI). This residential facility serves adults with major mental illnesses. The goal of this home is to build skills so clients can move to independent or a less supportive living environment. I’m impressed with the lineup of services like meal planning, managing finances, coping skills, exploring vocational and volunteer opportunities, and therapeutic recreation. They don’t provide medical services, though.
For younger clients, Sweetser offers residential treatment services for youth with a mental and/or behavioral health diagnosis. I appreciate that the goal of these stays is to return children to their families. This family-centered program helps youth replace self-destructive thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Addiction Treatment Programs
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive behavioral therapy in Maine involves specific exercises that help individuals overcome addiction. Techniques include thought records, behavioral experiments, imagery-based exposure, and pleasant activity schedules.Teen & Adolescent Program
Adolescence is a time of unique social pressures and challenges. A young adult program in Maine addresses the recovery needs of individuals in this stage of life and gives them the tools they need to navigate it successfully.Levels of Care
Inpatient Rehab
Inpatient rehab in Maine is designed primarily for clients exiting detox, people in early recovery, and those ...at an elevated risk of relapse. You'll reside at the rehab facility until you complete your treatment program, which allows you to focus solely on your recovery,Dual Diagnosis & Mental Health
Dual diagnosis treatment in Maine actively treats co-occurring mental health disorders, such as bipolar disord...er, anxiety, or depression, as well as addiction. Common methods include medication management, behavior and cognitive therapies, and counseling.Insurance
Financial Aid
If you need help paying for alcohol and drug rehab in Maine, financial aid may be an option for you. Options i...nclude grants, scholarships, non-profit programs, personal funding, and health insurance programs to help you manage the expense of substance abuse treatment.
Medicaid Accepted
If you're struggling to pay for drug rehab in Maine, you may be eligible for MaineCare (the state's Medicaid p...rogram). MaineCare can help cover the cost of addiction treatment, including detox and inpatient rehab.
Medicare Accepted
If you're enrolled in Medicare, you may have coverage options for alcohol and drug rehab in Maine. The extent ...of that coverage can depend on a number of things, so it’s important to speak with Medicare about the details of your policy and guidelines you must follow.
Private Insurance
If you have private insurance, you can use it to help cover part or all of the costs of alcohol and drug rehab... in Maine. The coverage amount will depend on your insurance policy and if your treatment center is in-network or out-of-network. Check with your insurer for more information.
Self-Pay Options
Paying out-of-pocket for alcohol or drug rehab in Maine, also known as self-pay or private pay, gives you the ...flexibility to choose the level of care that suits your needs. Examples of self-pay include cash, credit cards, personal loans, and so on.Contact Sweetser Belfast Residential
800-434-3000 
