Volunteers are currently needed in Windham and the Lakes Region to support the important work of Sweetser. Opportunities range from one-time activities to ongoing responsibilities in a variety of areas. Training is provided.

Currently, general maintenance assistants, special project helpers, special events assistants, and office support volunteers are needed throughout Maine. The organization’s most critical need is for mentors to work with children and youth on an ongoing basis. Mentors serve as positive role models and are asked to spend an

hour or two each week or every other week with an individual child. At this time, mentors are needed to enrich the lives of the following children:

Boy, 13, Steep Falls – enjoys the computer, playing basketball, watching TV, swimming and playing.

Boy, 12, Windham – enjoys sports, playing outside and riding his bike.

Boy, 11, Bridgton – loves to build and play with cars, participates in Cub Scouts and plays video games.

Boy, 16, Naples – interested in music, science, movies and pop culture.

With a history dating back to 1828, Sweetser is Maine’s most comprehensive behavioral healthcare organization for children, adults and families. Sweetser offers services that address emotional disturbances, mental illnesses, behavioral disorders and learning disabilities through a network of educational programs, preventive services, community-support services, residential homes and outpatient services (www.sweetser.org).

To learn more, contact Volunteer Services at info@sweetser.org or 373-3006.