The Little Birds Blog

This blog is written and edited by Julie Johnson, founder of The Little Birds. The information here reflects Julie’s personal and professional thoughts and opinions on parenting and educating children with special needs. Any health-related questions should be directed to your child’s pediatrician.

Woodfords

Provides number of services for youth in Maine across several counties. In York County specifically, the Behavioral Health Homes program assists families of special needs children find resources that will…
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Spurwink

Wide range of behavioral health and educational services for children and families including case management, outpatient therapy, public school counseling, consultation/training, day treatment programs, therapeutic preschool, vocational training, child advocacy,…
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Waypoint Maine

Fraser Ford School (prek-5th grade) is a Special Purpose School, inclusive daycare also offered (year-round). In addition to schools, Waypoint offers case management, behavioral health home and outpatient services.
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Easterseals NH

Variety of services including childcare and recreation opportunities for children with disabilities throughout New Hampshire. Provide plans of care comprised of integrated services that help people with varied abilities live,…
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The Morrison Center

Case management including treatment planning, coordination and advocacy with IEPs, CDS, medical providers and adult transitions for children all over Maine. Also has two k-12 special purpose schools in Wells…
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MaineHealth

Parent integrated health system of Maine Medical Center. Behavioral health services for children including assessment/evaluation, screening and diagnosis, case management, crisis management, therapy, substance use treatment and child-parent psychotherapy. Many…
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Seacoast Mental Health Center

Individual and family mental health counseling, behavioral health crisis support, functional support services (community-based behavioral supports), targeted case management to support comprehensive care.
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Back to Basics

Through Section 28 MaineCare Rehabilitative and Community Support Services. For children and youth up to age 21 with developmental disabilities. Services include skill building in daily life skills and behavior…
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One Sky Community Services

Family Support Services (FSS) provide families with guidance and support related to services, transitional services and community resources in NH. In-Home Supports (HIS) program designed to support caregivers to maintain…
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Acorn and Oak

Variety of mental health services including outpatient therapy/counseling, home and community treatment services, behavioral health case management, medical health case management, developmental disability case management, clinical supervision and consultation, and…
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Disclaimer: The agencies listed on this website are not directly endorsed by The Little Birds, but rather a collection of establishments that are known in the area. For recommendations on specific providers, we suggest inquiring in the community forum or you may email Julie directly for more personal and individualized recommendations.

Crisis Information

For a rapid response to a behavioral health crisis call or text 988 to reach the national Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

1-833-710-6477 for the New Hampshire Rapid Response Access Point for individuals experiencing a mental health crisis or visit NH988.com

1-888-568-1112 for the Maine Crisis Line for individuals experiencing a mental health crisis

If any of the information on this website is incorrect or if there are additional resources you would like The Little Birds, LLC to be aware of, please contact Julie.

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