Volunteers of America – Sawyer Street Program
388 Sawyer street South Portland, ME 04106
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About Volunteers of America – Sawyer Street Program
Volunteers of America Sawyer Street Program is a supportive residence in South Portland, Maine that provides behavioral health and community reintegration services for women living with mental illness.
The program emphasizes skill building, independence, and stability in what we see as a small home like environment with trained staff support. They are a part of the Volunteers of America Northern New England network and accept Medicaid, Medicare, self-pay, and offer financial aid options.
Women Focused Behavioral Health and Co-Occurring Support
Sawyer Street serves as a residential supportive living program for women navigating mental health challenges including those with co-occurring substance use concerns.
The focus is on creating a safe, structured home environment where residents can develop independent living skills, strengthen relationships, and work toward personal goals with consistent staff guidance.
Working Toward Stabilization and Independence
Daily programming centers on social skill development, goal setting, and community involvement which we know supports women in transitioning toward greater independence.
Treatment addresses underlying behavioral health needs while fostering practical capabilities for daily life, with wraparound support designed to stabilize and sustain progress over time.
If you or a loved one is seeking supportive residential care for mental health and co-occurring needs, reach out to us and we can explore how Sawyer Street can help.
Addiction Treatment Programs
Adult Program
A rehab adult program in Maine is designed for men and women ages 18 and older who are seeking help with addiction to drugs or alcohol. Programs vary, but many offer both inpatient and outpatient rehab and incorporate both individual and group therapy methods in treatment.LGBTQ Friendly Rehab
Women’s rehab in Maine allows women in treatment to feel more comfortable and safer during treatment and achieve better recovery outcomes. This is due to the gender-specific treatment they receive and the peer connections they can form during treatment.Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)
Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) is an integrative, community-based care strategy designed to address the needs of persons with severe and/or complex mental illness or behavioral disorders. ACT is typically provided by a multidisciplinary team of medical and mental health care providers, social workers, therapists, and other specialists, including addiction recovery professionals. These services are frequently provided in the home and community to clients in crisis, those who are clinically unstable, and those who are unable or unwilling to travel to a hospital or clinic for in-person treatment.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.Accreditations
SAMHSA
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.
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.
Sliding Scale Payment
If you're unable to pay the full cost of treatment, a sliding scale payment plan can bring affordability to dr...ug rehab in Maine by lowering costs and allowing you to make payments that are affordable. To qualify for this treatment discount, you must complete an application and provide supporting financial documentation.Contact Volunteers of America – Sawyer Street Program
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Kimberly Hawkins has earned a master’s degree in computing and information sciences from East Tennessee State University. She is a content writer specializing in alcoholism, drug addiction, and co-occurring disorders. Prior research topics include connected vehicles, social networks in vehicular communication, and MPTCP. Kimberly has been passionate about the subject of addiction since the Valentine’s Day when her only sibling was found in a park deceased due to an accidental overdose. Other interests include playing the piano, being in tranquil naturistic environments, and spending time with her adult children.
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