Spurwink Services Company Research Report

Company Overview

• Name: Spurwink

• Mission: Spurwink responds to community needs by providing behavioral health care, substance use disorder services, and support services for people of all ages, abilities, backgrounds, and their families.

• Founded: In 1960, in Portland, Maine, serving eight boys.

• Key People:

• Eric Meyer, LCSW, MBA - President & CEO

• Bart Beattie, LCSW - Chief Operating Officer

• Sandra Bissell - Vice President of HR & Professional Development

• Eric Campbell, MS, BCBA - Vice President of Educational Services

• Amy Cohan, LCSW - Senior Vice President of Outpatient & Community Services

• Al Durgin, LCSW - Vice President of CQI, Chief Compliance Officer

• Kristen P. Farnham, JD - Vice President of Legal Affairs & Advancement

• Virginia (Ginny) Gentile, CPA - Chief Financial Officer

• Misty Marston, LCSW - Senior Vice President of Residential & Day Treatment Services

• Rebecca Patkus, LCSW - Vice President of Outpatient & Community Regional Services

• Benjamin Strick, LCSW - Vice President of Adult Behavioral Health

• Headquartered: 901 Washington Ave., Suite 100, Portland, ME 04103

• Number of Employees: Nearly 1,000

• Revenue: No information is available

• Known For: Spurwink is known for behavioral health and education services for children, adults, and families, with particular focus on mental health and developmental disabilities.

Products

• Services Offered:

• Behavioral Health and Education Services: Spurwink delivers community-based, residential, and educational services to a wide demographic.

• Therapy and Counseling: Outpatient therapy, behavioral health home services, treatment foster care, trauma therapy for refugees.

• Special Education: Day treatment special purpose private schools, including preschool education.

• Substance Use Disorder Services: Response and treatment for substance use alongside other behavioral services.

• Crisis Services: Forensic child abuse evaluations, crisis center operations, opioid health homes, etc.

• Key Features:

• Evidence-based, client-centered approach ensuring personalized care plans in behavioral health.

• Diverse programs aimed at comprehensive mental health support across various age groups and needs.

• Utilization of latest research and techniques in providing effective results.

Recent Developments

• New Partnerships & Mergers:

• As of April 1, 2024, Tri-County Mental Health Services (TCMHS) has joined with Spurwink to enhance behavioral health services across Lewiston and surrounding counties (Androscoggin, Franklin, Oxford, and northern Cumberland Counties). This merger aims to ensure continuity in service provision and expand employment opportunities.

• Recent Appointments:

• Amanda Karomba appointed to Spurwink’s Board of Directors in August 2024, bringing significant experience, particularly in support services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

• Infrastructure Developments:

• Opening of newly-expanded office in Lewiston scheduled for hosting prominent leadership forums.

• Innovative Program Development:

• The Living Room provides immediate mental health crisis support in Portland, serving as a potential model for state networks.

For further information, visit [Spurwink's website](http://www.spurwink.org) or contact their headquarters at 207.871.1200.