Making a Difference in ME!

Making a
Difference ... in ME!
Mechanic Falls
Westbrook
Serving the people of Maine
through our
regional office locations.
Local Offices
BANGOR • 42 Cedar Street
CALAIS • 10 Barker Street
CARIBOU • 7 Hatch Drive, Suite #120
DOVER-FOXCROFT • 1093 W. Main St.
ELLSWORTH • 415 Water Street
E. WINTHROP • Route 202
FORT KENT • 413 W. Main Street
HOULTON • 2 Water Street, Office #2
LINCOLN • 313 Enfield Road
MACHIAS • 15 Kids Corner
MECHANIC FALLS • 24 Lewiston Road
SKOWHEGAN • 78 Madison Avenue
WESTBROOK
Community Health
and Counseling Services
2013 - 2014
Annual Report to the Community
•
201 Main Street
MISSION
Community Health and
Counseling Services will
provide community health
services which are needed
and valued by the
communities and
individuals we serve.
Governance
Leadership Message
Community Health and Counseling Services, as a nonprofit corporation,
is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. Corporate Members elect
the members of the corporation and the Board of Directors. Board and
Corporate Members represent a cross-section of interests throughout
the agency’s service area. They are representatives of the business and
professional communities, persons knowledgeable about the region’s
health care needs, and persons experienced in assisting community-based
organizations.
Community Health and Counseling Services is proud to deliver high quality services to
communities throughout Maine. CHCS serves individuals and communities in Aroostook,
Androscoggin, Cumberland, Hancock, Kennebec, Penobscot, Piscataquis, Somerset, Waldo and
Washington counties. Our extensive footprint is the result of our commitment to make services
available for people in need.
Our success as an organization is not defined by the number of communities or people we serve.
Our success is defined solely by the difference we make for each person we have the privilege
of serving. Whether it is a nurse, physical therapist, community support worker, case manager,
clinician, psychiatrist, nurse practitioner or any one of our talented staff, you can expect to receive
care that is focused on your needs.
For over 130 years, CHCS has been tailoring services to meet the needs of the communities we
serve. We understand the reality that no organization has the capacity to be all things to all people.
To be truly successful, we must work in collaboration with many stakeholders. We have a strong
interest in hearing from you to let us know how we can improve on our existing care and how we
can work with you to fill existing gaps. Please feel free to contact us at 922-4703 or 922-4701. Your
input is important and valued.
We invite you to read through our annual report to learn how we make a difference across Maine.
Thank you for your support.
President, Board of Directors
Executive Director
Front row left to right: Glenn D. Goodwin, Treasurer; Dr. Beatrice Szantyr, Second Vice
President; Angela T. Butler, First Vice President; Second row left to right: John B. Milller,
President; Andrew E. Sturgeon, Secretary;
CHCS Board of Directors
John B. Miller, President
Angela T. Butler, First Vice President
Dr. Beatrice M. Szantyr, Second Vice President
Andrew E. Sturgeon, Secretary
Glenn D. Goodwin, Treasurer
Charles M. Hutchins, Immediate Past President
Larry M. Barrett
Michael R. Bazinet
Elizabeth C. Braunhut
Carroll R. Lee
Elizabeth O. LaStaiti
Suzanne H. Svendsen
Timothy C. Woodcock, Esq.
Kennebec County Service Statistics
Mental
Mental
Mental
Mental
Health
Health
Health
Health
Hours - 24,546
Days - 25,039
Employees - 45
Miles traveled - 442,202
Ann L Miller, Emeritus
Margaret M. Baillie, Emeritus
CHCS
Corporate Members
Mr. Brian D. Ahern
Mrs. Audrey Higgins
Mrs. Margaret M. Baillie
Mrs. Karen Higgins
Mr. Lawrence L. Barker
Mr. David Hughes
Mr. Larry M.Barrett
Mr. Charles M. Hutchins
Mr. Michael R. Bazinet
Mr. Carroll R. Lee
Ms. Barbara Beers
Mr. William Lucy
Mr. Philip Bennett Mrs. D’arcy Main-Boyington
Mrs. Elizabeth C. Braunhut
Mrs. Barbara McDade
Ms. Tori Britton
Mr. Michael J. McInnis
Mrs. Gail Brown
Mr. John Miller
Mrs. Angela T. Butler
Mr. Billy Miller
Mrs. Katherine B. Carter
Ms. Deb Neuman
Dr. Robert Clark
Mr. Claude O’Donnell
Mrs. Donna H. Cochrane
Mr. Thomas Palmer
Mrs. Pam Coffey-Paine Mr. Joseph H. Pickering, Jr.
Mr. Arthur Comstock
Ms. Cyndi Rollins
Mrs. Kathy Cook
Mr. Lawrence Rolnick
Mr. William Cook
Mr. Daniel A. Rozario
James F. Cox, Esq.
Ms. Mary-Anne Saxl
Ms. Suzanne Croce
Mrs. Lizabeth Schley
Dr. Robert Dana
Mr. Ben Smith
The Rev. Dr. Susan E. Davies
Dr. Robert A. Strong
Mr. Jon Dawson
Mrs. Kristen Strong
Ms. Lois Dvorak
Mr. Andrew E. Sturgeon
Mr. G. Clifton Eames
Ms. Valerie Sulya
Mr. Roger George
Mrs. Suzanne Svendsen
Mrs. Brenda Gerow
Dr. Beatrice Szantyr
Mr. Glenn D. Goodwin
Mr. Ed Troscianiec
Dr. Geoffrey M. Gratwick
Mr. Cary Weston
Mr. David Green Timothy C. Woodcock, Esq.
Mr. Kevin Gresser
Mr. Shawn Yardley
The Rev. Dr. James L. Haddix
Mr. Michael Young
Mrs. Elizabeth Hansen
Impacting the Lives of Those We Serve
Every year, CHCS provides support to individuals
throughout Maine. Adults living with a mental illness live to
their highest potential within the community, children find
healthier living environments that provide them with a sense of
belonging, people recuperating from surgery receive
high-quality in-home care, and those dealing with the
end-of-life process remain in their homes surrounded by loved
ones. The following pages tell the story of how CHCS impacts
the lives of people we serve.
In Her Own Words
Sophia took part in the CHCS ACHEVE Arts‘N’ Kids program, an after-school program for
children grades 3-5 who want to meet others who share their enthusiasm. It engages children in
activities that can increase self-confidence and self-esteem. It helps them focus and concentrate.
Changing Behavior
Jared and Tony came into care at CHCS last year. They
wouldn’t follow directions from anyone, did not follow safety
or social rules, and were, generally, unruly. They were placed
in one of CHCS’s treatment foster homes through the Caribou
office. Over the course of a year, the two brothers became
successful students at school and learned how to follow rules
and directions. They have participated in swimming lessons,
gymnastics and martial art classes. They have recently been
transitioned back to their Mom and are beginning a new journey
in their lives.
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Hospice Is An Important Program
The following is a letter received from a daughter of a patient
who recently received hospice services from CHCS Lincoln
office. With her approval, we share her gratitude.
“The CHCS Hospice program and providers that worked
with my Dad, provided the ability to have him live at my home
with me and other loved ones. I can never thank you enough.
I cannot tell you the incredible impact this hospice program
had for me personally. I would never have been able to take
care of him without you. This wonderful program means
everything to me and based on my experience, it is without a
doubt one of your most important programs.
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The providers I had working with me and my Dad surpassed
even normal expectations. They were absolutely amazing.
[They] were very knowledgeable; but more importantly they
were supportive, caring and loving. They always kept my Dad
comfortable. You are fortunate to have such a great team.
As I sit writing to you, I am overwhelmed remembering the
excellent care he received. In addition, the support and care
they gave to me was invaluable. This truly is an outstanding
program, and I could never say enough good things. I give you
my heartfelt thanks.” Cheryl Collinsworth, Millinocket, ME
Aroostook County Service Statistics
Mental
Mental
Mental
Mental
Health
Health
Health
Health
Hours - 8,532.5
Days - 11,992
Employees - 20
Miles traveled - 99,285
Family Gathers to Build Memories
Sally came into the CHCS Hospice program experiencing significant
pain from an aggressive form of cancer. Sally is 22 years old. After her
admission into the program, the CHCS hospice team worked with local
professionals in Washington County, to get Sally’s medications
changed, controlling the pain. This was done within a few days.
Sally’s family sent word to other family members all over New England
of her condition and that she was nearing the end of her life. Sally knew
she had little time left. She requested that her family plan a cookout
ending with a display of fireworks.
Because of all the medical bills from her treatment, the family was
faced with financial burdens making her request for fireworks nearly
impossible. As the family prepared for the get together, her CHCS Hospice social worker met with the Pay It
Forward Committee, a committee that provides support in time of need. The request could not be filled because
the limited funds focus on the needs for the more “at risk” clients. It was brought to the attention of the
Executive Office at CHCS. It was determined that although this doesn’t fall into the category of “at risk” needs, it
was something CHCS wanted to make happen.
A phone call was placed to a local fireworks company. The general manager was supportive of the idea and
generously donated the fireworks for the family get together.
Sally was not able to walk any longer so arrangments were made to provide her with a wheelchair that reclined
so she would be able to watch the firework display. Sally’s family also received an anonymous donation of $400
to pay for the food and supplies for the event.
Sally’s wishes came true through the caring staff of CHCS and community members. All of this came together
in less than three days. Sally had a terrific time and is still smiling about it today. A great example of an agency
and community that knows the importance of family.
Washington County Service Statistics
Home Health Visits - 7,145
Hospice Days - 4,748
Mental Health Hours - 12,483.75
Mental Health Days - 245
Health Services Employees - 14
Mental Health Employees - 23
Health Services Miles traveled - 180,967
Mental Health Miles traveled - 121,513
Client WINs With Better Choices
Kevan, an engaging, positive 41 year old woman living in Bangor,
recalls her first service at CHCS being case management. She said that
for about 14 years she had, “ups and downs with my mental illness ...
mostly downs.” Kevan experienced several psychiatric hospitalizations
despite receiving therapy, case management and psychiatry services.
Kevan identified that her first real “up” was moving into independent
living in her own apartment following discharge from Dorothea Dix
Psychiatric Center.
She continued to participate in therapy, attended recovery groups,
worked with case management and psychiatry for the past seven years.
Kevan proudly stated that she has not had a psychiatric inpatient
hospitalization during those years. Instead, she has utilized the Crisis
Unit at CHCS and the Acadia Observation Unit.
About 3 years ago, Kevan got involved with the Bangor Beacon
Community and worked with a nurse care manager to control her
diabetes. Following the Beacon program, she enrolled in the CHCS
Wellness Integration Now (WIN) grant program and began attending the
walking and nutrition groups. Kevan has been a very consistent walker,
attending the walking group in all kinds of weather and even walking
in the Cedar St. building when it is too cold or icy to walk outside. She
participates in the WIN Advisory group and recently became a peer
leader for the group. She receives primary care services through St.
Joseph Healthcare, a WIN Program service, and has lost weight and
stabilized her diabetes.
Kevan has increased and strengthened her social connections,
confidence and feelings of self worth. She stated, “I have gotten a lot
of support from staff at CHCS over the years. I am really happy that I
am in control of my life. I am not holding on to the negative past. I just
want to be happy and I know I am ready to contribute to the community
as a volunteer. I am ready to spread my wings and move on.”
“I don’t have to take
as much medication
and I don’t need my
cane for walking.”
WIN Client
CHCS Support Saves Lives
A Feeling of Belonging
CHCS first met Bob and Kathy, a young
professional couple, following placement of a
child with high needs in their home, shortly after
adopting their first child, Ben. CHCS worked
with Bob, an educated and experienced nurse,
and Kathy, a professional medical coder and
transcriptionist, providing treatment foster care
services and supports. In addition to caring for
their aging parents, this loving and skilled couple
continued fostering children over the years,
adopting several of them along the way. The
couple eventually learned about and adopted Ben’s
step-brother, Tom, who had a genetic disorder and
a life expectancy of only 3 – 4 years.
This letter was written by a resident of the Riverstone Crisis Rehabilitation Unit in
Brewer, a place where individuals come to stabilize their lives.
Riverstone,
The ways that this place has helped me are unexplainable. When I feel alone and lost,
in the big world, you guys give me somewhere safe to be. When I have been scared and
lonely, I knew I belonged here. I make the choice every time I show up here, but I couldn’t
have seen the good in myself. Gives me a structured and stable environment where
“using” just isn’t an option and I really like that. Staying clean is obviously a constant
struggle for me and when I fall down, I do my best to stand back up. You guys do so much
for me by just being a railing for me to hang on to. I’m headed in the right direction and
I choose not to look back because there’s nothing worth turning around for. I’ve realized
it’s not when you fall down, but where. Recognizing where, so that I can learn to prevent
it. This crisis unit, I believe, has saved my life. It may be my choices getting me to a
higher ground, but the support of the people is what really helps me carry on.
The family intensely researched and explored
treatment options for his medical needs, travelling
many miles from their home in Aroostook
County to medical providers in the Bangor
and Portland areas. Tom is now 6 years old
and making tremendous progress. The family’s
dedication has beaten the odds and offered him an
amazing quality of life. During this same time,
the family took placement of two young girls from
different families, one with special medical needs
as well. Ultimately, both girls were also adopted
by the family. The final chapter in this story began with
DHHS asking the family to consider placement
and adoption of the sibling of one of the two girls
recently adopted. This young boy had a long
history of aggressive and challenging behavior
and mostly lived in residential settings. The
family began visits with the young boy and fell in
love. The family was able to adopt him, as well.
Now two sets of siblings are able to live together
because of Bob and Kathy’s generous hearts.
CHCS staff have worked closely with the family
through the years – providing support, identifying
goals and objectives to help the children grow and
learn skills for healthy relationships, sharing many
tears of joy through successes and adoptions. This past summer, the family made the decision
to move to southern Maine to be closer to their
family’s medical providers. Along with all the kids
and their aging parents, Bob and Kathy found a
home big enough for the entire family. CHCS has
been touched forever by this amazing family.
A Step in the Right Direction
CHCS’s Therapy Services educated and provided more than fifty
individuals with the use of bath safety adaptive equipment placed in
their homes. Insurances do not cover the cost of this type of
equipment. In most cases, the equipment is expensive and most
people cannot afford them. Through a grant CHCS received from
the Bangor Rotary Club, the therapy staff at CHCS supplied the
equipment needed.
The impact of a seemingly simple piece of equipment, such as
a grab bar, means the difference between someone staying in their
own home and going to a nursing home due to the increased safety
and reduced risk of falls that a simple bar provides.
For example, Mary, an elderly woman, had not been able to
take a shower for over 5 years. Through the funds from the grant,
CHCS professionals purchased an adaptive shower chair for her
and provided safety and transfer training for getting in and out of
the shower. A shower is something that most of us take for granted.
However, when it becomes a safety issue for someone like Mary,
being able to take a shower after 5 years becomes a significant
quality of life issue.
In all other cases, CHCS provided the necessary and essential
equipment the individuals needed to remain in their own homes,
positively impacting the well being and function along with their
quality of life.
When I don’t believe in myself, someone else here is encouraging me and I couldn’t
have made it out of my life’s messes without being made to talk about my shit and pass the
message. I really know in my heart this isn’t about what you all do for me, but what I’ve
done for myself. But, there is credit to be given to the simple things, too. A roof over my
head, a friendly smile, just someone asking if I’m alright meant the world to me when I
thought the sky was falling.
That pretty much sums it up. This place has helped me to get my head straight and
to stay focused on what really matters in my live. It made me face all the phone calls,
appointments, and feelings that I didn’t want to try to face alone. BECAUSE I KNEW I
HAD SUPPORT behind me all the way. I’m going to continue to grow and change into
the mother I know I am, and even beyond that, because there is potential in me that you
all have opened my eyes to see. Now that I can see, I know what steps to take to free me
of the old me.
Former Riverstone Resident
Brewer, Maine
Hancock County Service Statistics
Mental
Mental
Mental
Mental
Health
Health
Health
Health
Hours - 10,374.25
Days - 4,041
Employees - 24
Miles traveled - 86,872
Helping Youth and Families
Every year, CHCS Adult, Child and Family Services and Hospice
Services helps thousands of children who are struggling with
various issues. Here are a few examples of how our services
impact their lives.
Reflections
CHCS recognizes its most valuable resource ... STAFF. CHCS covers all parts of Maine through its regional offices.
Most of the staff working to provide services to those in need, are your neighbors, living in your community and
sharing their support with your neighbors. We asked staff being honored this year to reflect on their experience with
CHCS.
Changing Direction
Reuniting with Family
Bobby’s Mom had a very difficult time trying to figure
out how to parent him in a way that would bring him
back home to her. Mom was able to meet with the team
of CHCS professionals that worked with her to provide
her with the tools she needed. A “visit supervisor” from
the Aroostook County office was able to guide and
direct her while watching her interactions with Bobby.
Mom took this guidance very seriously and worked hard
to do what needed to be done. Mom and Bobby are now
reunited.
Kelly struggled with the system repeatedly, moving
from foster home to foster home over a short period of
time. The team working with Kelly decided it was time
to take a different approach with her treatment. She was
ready for the challenges ahead of her. She graduated
high school, then went to visit her biological mother over
the summer. When she came back from her visit with
Mom, she stayed with one of her ealier foster parents.
She has since, moved in to her dorm room at the college
she is attending. Kelly has made some great decisions
and strides since working with the Houlton CHCS
team.
Keeping Families Together
When David came into the Hospice program at CHCS,
he was in great discomfort and nearing the end-of-life
stages. His desire was to remain home during that
journey. With the support and care from both his wife
and CHCS hospice, David was able to remain in the
familiar surroundings until the end.
His wife writes, “I would recommend the CHCS hospice
program to anyone in need of your services. All staff
that I came into contact with, did everything they could
to help me keep David home and to keep him pain free.
Thank you all again for everything.”
Wife of Hospice patient from Norway, Maine.
Piscataquis County Service Statistics
Home Health Visits - 11,010
Hospice Days - 5,326
Mental Health Hours - 5,029
Mental Health Days - 1,288
Health Services Employees - 18
Mental Health Employees - 10
Health Services Miles traveled - 184,282
Mental Health Miles traveled - 77,212
“CHCS is a very reputable business and I think working
here gives a person the chance to help others feel good
about themselves. I see the agency helping those in need
to have a better chance of living within a community. You
don’t realize how much of an impact this agency provides to
individuals until you’ve worked here. I have seen many
individuals and families receiving our services go on to live
a better life because of the support CHCS provides.”
Sue True,
Celebrating 35 Years of Service
“I’m paying it forward. For as long as I can remember,
I was taught that my greatest accomplishments would
be those that make life better for others. CHCS affords
me that opportunity, more than any other profession
I have had or place I have worked. I am challenged,
not remotely bored, and proud of the work we do. I tell
new staff in Orientation that when I put my head on my
pillow at night, I rest easy -- we do good work. I like
being a part of that! I hope that our services make our
clients’ lives just a bit brighter, healthier, and productive,
and that we are there to support them along the way.”
Catherine Charette
Celebrating 20 Years of Service
“I like working at CHCS because when working with
clients and families, I have learned to do what’s right and
what’s ethical. In the 15 years I have worked at CHCS,
I have become a better person. I handle stress ten times
better than I was able to do prior to working at CHCS. I
have seen our services assist many adoptions and reunite
families when possible.”
Chuck Moody
Celebrating 15 Years of Service
“The people I get to work with each day, are truly like
family to me. When my mother and my aunt needed
support because of health-related issues, CHCS
professionals were there for them. They received the help
they needed and were very pleased with those services.” Paula Smith
Celebrating 35 Years of Service
“I like working at CHCS because it feels to good to be a part of a
company that truly gives back and helps those in our community that
need it the most. The impact CHCS makes on it’s clients lives is in
many ways immeasurable. I like knowing that I play a part in that.”
Buddy Angst
Celebrating 15 Years of Service
“CHCS provides me with an opportunity to serve heroes. The
experience of working for CHCS has impacted me in many ways. It
has made me realize that we are much more similar than different. It
has helped me to see that an individual’s struggle for independence
is a noble, but often complex quest. For many we serve, our
programs and support are a day to day lifeline. For others, our
services are a conduit to desired personal growth and recovery and a
collaborative process that established literal steps that lead to
achieving their hidden hopes and dreams.
Jay Browne
Celebrating 20 Years of Service
“My work at CHCS has been extremely rewarding. It has
provided me a great opportunity to learn and grow as an
individual. CHCS is filled with people who are dedicated,
knowledgeable and caring. The staff adapt well to a constantly
changing work environment and they do so with grace and humor.
My employment here allows me to witness remarkable change and
growth in many individuals with mental illness. These individuals
receive opportunities through CHCS services and, with their own
hard work and support from the staff, are blossoming and
achieving much in their lives. CHCS is an exciting place to be
and it is a pleasure to come to work each day.”
Karen Demarest
Celebrating 30 Years of Service
“As part of the Health Services’ management team, I have witnessed
great leadership and a team that gets things done. Having had my
mother on hospice, I got to see first hand, the skills and compassion of
our staff and how they care for patients and their families everyday. I
have also seen the impact of other services we provide to those who are
in need. How could I not want to work for CHCS.”
Barb Carey
Celebrating 20 Years of Service
With
Gratitude
Your commitment and support is vital in allowing CHCS to continue top serve those most vulnerable in our community
*1883 Society Members
Legacy Society* (Those who have
remembered us in their wills)
Mr. Charles F. Bragg, 2nd
Ms. Estelle B. Habenicht
Ms. Marie L. Hughes
Mrs. Mascha Litten
Mr. Sanford Miller
Mr. G. Pierce Webber
Second Century Circle*
Francis T. & Louise T. Nichols Foundation
The David Rockefeller Fund, Inc.
Founder’s Circle*
Barbara Cassidy Foundation
Heritage Circle*
Michael and Kelly Bazinet
Glenn and Robin Goodwin
Benefactor*
Chip and Kelli Hutchins
Tom and Laren Lynn
John and Suzanne Miller
Partner*
Dynergy, Inc.
Dale and Tricia Hamilton
Mr. Edward Lapointe, Jr.
Scot Miller
Joe and Theresa Pickering
Dr. Beatrice M. Szantyr & Dr. Mark Weatherbee
Lois M. Gauthier Charitable Trust
*1883 Society Members
Annual Giving Campaign
Associate
Kevin and Jenifer Gresser
Organizational Anonymous
Elizabeth Braunhut
John and Donna Cochrane
Jon and Nancy Dawson
Cyr Bus Lines
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N.H. Bragg & Sons
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Contributor
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Friend
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Stanlely Freeman
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Special Gifts Donations are directed to
In Memoriam
specific programs and services. These are gifts of cash,
goods and/or services.
Merrill “Pappy” Bradford
Mrs. Wilma A. Bradford
$5,000+
CWG Fund of the Maine Community Foundation
John T. Gorman Foundation
Maine Cancer Foundation
Penobscot Valley Health Association of the MCF
United Way of Eastern Maine
Clifton W. Cook
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Mr. Rodolfo Fernandez
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Mr. and Mrs. Steven Weiner
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$2,500+
Bangor Savings Bank Foundation
Holt Family Fund of the Maine Community Foundation
Leonard C. and Mildred F. Ferguson Foundation
Maine Children’s Trust
Maine Charity Foundation Fund of the MCF
St. Anne’s Episcopal Church
$1,000+
Allen and Katie Schaffer
Wing-Benjamin Trust
$500+
All Souls Congregational Church
Pine Tree Hospice
Up to $499
ACFS Halloween Appeal
ACFS Dessert Silent Auction
Darling’s
Edythe Dyer Library
Laura Fergyson
Finance Department Staff
GZA Geoenvironmental Inc.
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Matthew Knecht
Louis LaChance
Mr. and Mrs. Andrei Mellitis
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Narcotics Anonymous
Denise Nickerson
Mr. and Mrs. Cedric Rhoda
Sprague’s Nursery
United Way of Greater Portland
United Way of Mid-Maine, Inc.
Wal-Mart of Bangor
WKIT 100.3
Audie Cookson
Margaret McKinney Dougherty
Pediatric Friends
Ralph Dare
Margaret M. Dare
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Rebecca Atwater
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Benjamin S. Elliott
William Gagnon
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The Honorable Michael H. Michaud
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Hichborn Middle School
Howland-Enfield Federal Credit Union
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MSAD #31
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Penobscot Valley High School
Town of Howland
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Katahdin Health Care
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Maine Warden Service Association
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Judith Rosebush
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Harry C. Crooker & Sons, Inc.
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Colin Marston
Elizabeth Flaherty
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Maine State Police - Troop E
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Ms. Hazel S. Avery
Ms. Laura A. Calder
Mr. and Mrs. Ernest G. Cole
Ms. Wanda Corey
Mr. and Mrs. Frank B. Denbow
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Eaton
Richard D. Eaton
Mr. and Mrs. Steve Lehman
Ms. Maxine J. Nugent
Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth H. Page
Regional Medical Center at Lubec
Betty Lou Ouellette
Mr. and Mrs. Reginald Herbert
Town of Medway
Dean Pullen
Terri Wessling
Douglas W. Steeves
Katherine Weatherbee
David Striar
Mr. Ron W. Ashkenasy
Ms. Majorie A. Backman
Mr. and Mrs. Jay Blackman
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen J. Burlock
Mr. Ira Cebulash
John and Donna Cochrane
Ms. Priscilla S. Cutler
Memorial donations received after 6/30/14 will be listed in next year’s
annual report. These listings have been carefully prepared and include gifts
from July1, 2013 through June 30, 2014. If there is an error or omission,
please accept our sincere apologies and notify the
Development Office at (207)-922-4703.
Thank you also to those donors who designated CHCS through workplace
United Way campaign or Combined Federal Campaigns.
Edna Hunt
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Banker
Jolene Jordan
Jeanette Lucas
Herb Moore
Kevin and Samantha Pelkey
Robert and Gloria Coons
Marjorie Barker
Ida, John and Debbie Whitney
Colin and Wenda Smith
Eric and Jewel Brown
Peter and Brenda Whitney
Larry and Annette Ham
Whitney Family Reunion
Penobscot County Service Statistics
Home Health Visits - 21,827
Hospice Days - 10,205
Mental Health Hours - 86,902.50
Mental Health Days - 27,013
Health Services Employees - 59
Mental Health Employees - 284
Health Services Miles traveled - 417,706
Mental Health Miles traveled - 538,756
Mr. Stephen T. Emery
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Fleischer
Mr. and Mrs. Malcolm Lynons
Dr. Frederick A. Port
Silvana Tucker
Shirley McDevitt
Albert S. Walton
Mr. and Mrs. Yvon Levesque
Florence Walton
S. Melba Warren
Julie W. Hey
Judith W. Marshall
Perley Wheaton
ANAH Provost Guard
Ms. Betty A. Doane
Mr. and Mrs. Hazen B. Mallory
Ms. Carol A. Paulding
Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Porter
Orie White
Dr. and Mrs. Victor G. Andrews
Harold’s Logging Supplies, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. John E. Hartley
Mrs. Daniel Lundergan
Mr. and Mrs. William G. Macomber
Susan Willey
Phyllis R. Breen
Mr. and Mrs. James W. Burne
Mr. and Mrs. Craig Carlson
Mr. and Mrs. Deane P. Cirone
Mr. and Mrs. William Daigle
Mr. and Mrs. Phillip R. Gaudette
Ms. Gwendolyn L. Grant
Mr. and Mrs. Chuck Hall
Mr. and Mrs. Richard W. Healy, Jr.
Ms. Maria T. Higgins
Mr. and Mrs. Walter H. Kennedy
Ralph Larsen
Machias Education Association
State Cinemas
Ms. Nancy Willey
Mr. and Mrs. Donal K. Wright
2014-2014 Financials
You Can Help!
An essential part of Community Health and Counseling Services’s ability to carry out its mission is the support received
from the generous donations by individuals, foundations, and businesses who share our belief that everyone has the right to
live to their highest potential while remaining as independent as possible.
Major giving options include:
Annual Giving Campaign: These unrestricted gifts are used to fill the gaps in underfunded programs, enhance existing
programs, or establish new ones, and may be applied to matching grants.
1883 Society Member: These gifts may be made monthly or annually at the level beginning at $500. Gifts can be retrieved
automatically from your bank account or credit card.
Planned Giving & Bequests: A planned gift is any major gift, made in a lifetime or at death as part of a donor’s overall
financial and/or estate planning. A donor may use cash, appreciated securities/stock, real estate, artwork, partnership interests,
personal property, life insurance, a retirement plan, etc.
Endowment Fund: This is an investment fund which allows regular withdrawals from its earning for specified purposes,
while maintaining or growing the principal.
Contributions may be made through: Development Office, 42 Cedar Street (P.O. Box 425), Bangor, Maine 04402
All gifts are tax deductible to the extent provided by law. For more information on how you can make a difference at
CHCS, call 207-922-4703.
Caring Communities
Baring Planation
Carroll Plantation
Reed Plantation
Town of Abbot
Town of Amherst
Town of Amity
Town of Atkinson
Town of Bar Harbor
Town of Beals
Town of Beddington
Town of Benton
Town of Brooksville
Town of Canaan
Town of Caswell
Town of Charleston
Town of Chester
Town of Cooper
Town of Corinth
Town of Cutler
Town of Edinburg
Town of Enfield
Town of Frenchboro
Town of Glenburn
Town of Greenbush
Town of Guilford
Town of Hammond
Town of Hudson
Town of Jonesboro
Town of Jonesport
Town of Lamoine
Town of Lakeville
Town of Linneus
Town of Lowell
Town of Ludlow
Town of Mariaville
Town of Mattawamkeag
Town of Maxfield
Town of Medford
Town of Medway
Town of Milford
Town of Millinocket
Town of Monmouth
Town of Monson
Town of Orland
Town of Orrington
Town of Plymouth
Town of Princeton
Town of Roque Bluffs
Town of Sedgwick
Town of Skowhegan
Town of Solon
Town of Sorrento
Town of Springfield
Town of Sullivan
Town of Swans Island
Town of Trenton
Town of Veazie
Town of Waite
Town of Waltham
Town of Wellington
Town of Weston
Town of Willimantic
Town of Windsor
Town of Winterport
Projected Statement of Revenues & Expenses
Fiscal Year Ended 6/30/14
UNAUDITED
Revenues :
6/30/2014
6/30/2013
Fees 29,995,389 28,625,822 Non-Fees
7,515,239 6,316,826 Total Revenues
37,510,628 34,942,648 Expenses :
Salaries
23,003,156 20,955,492 Fringes
5,431,217 4,824,214 All Other
9,486,352 9,187,088 Total Expenses
37,920,725 34,966,794 Change in net assets from
current year operations
(410,097)
(24,146)
Adjustments for prior year(s)
contract settlements
(61,572)
(182,879)
Adjusted change in net assets
(471,669)
(207,025)
Non Operating Activity
Gain (Loss) on Investments
441,752 236,667 Restricted Activity - Net
(98,968)
(88,011)
Change in net assets (128,885)
(58,369)
Service Statistics Throughout Maine
Mental Health (MH)Hours - 150,564
Mental Health Days - 74,017
Crisis Rehab Unit -
3,547
(face to face)
Mental Health Clients Served - 6,600
Mental Health Employees - 284
Home Health (HS)Visits - 39,982
Hospice Days - 20,279
Home Health Clients Served 2,084
Hospice Clients Served - 506
Home Health Employees 59
Cumberland County Service Statistics
Mental
Mental
Mental
Mental
Health
Health
Health
Health
Hours - 2,696.0
Days - 4,399.0
Employees - 5
Miles traveled - 47,281.0
MH Miles traveled HS Miles traveled - 1,413,121
782,955
CHCS Office Locations
Local Offices
BANGOR • 42 Cedar Street
home health & hospice......................... 947-0366
services for adults & children.............. 947-0366
CALAIS • 10 Barker Street
home health & hospice......................... 255-8313
services for adults ................................ 454-2743
services for children............................. 454-2928
CARIBOU • 7 Hatch Drive
services for children............................. 496-3166
DOVER-FOXCROFT • 1093 W. Main Street
home health & hospice......................... 564-2267
services for adults & children.............. 564-8175
ELLSWORTH • 415 Water Street
home health & hospice
.1-800-924-0366 x310
services for adults................................. 667-5357
services for children............................. 667-2061
E. WINTHROP • Route 202
services for adults & children.............. 395-2555
FORT KENT • 413 W. Main Street
services for adults & children.............. 834-4410
HOULTON • 2 Water Street, office #2
services for adults & children.............. 532-5510
LINCOLN • 313 Enfield Road
home health & hospice......................... 794-2001
services for adults & children.............. 794-3554
MACHIAS • 15 Kids Corner
home health & hospice......................... 255-8311
services for adults................................. 255-8473
services for children............................. 255-6786
MECHANIC FALLS • 24 Lewiston Road
services for children............................. 345-9113
NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION
In accordance with the laws and regulations cited below*,
Community Health and Counseling Services does not discriminate
on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, age, ancestry or national
origin, sexual orientation, or physical or mental disability in
admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its
programs or activities.
SKOWHEGAN • 78 Madison Avenue
services for adults & children.............. 858-4860
The person whose name appears below has been designated to
coordinate our efforts to comply with the U.S. Department of
Health and Human Services regulations implementing these
Federal laws* and any related State of Maine laws**. You may
contact this person for further information about these regulations
and our grievance procedure for the resolution of discrimination
complaints.
Paul J. Farr, Director of Human Resources,
(Designated Coordinator)
42 Cedar Street, PO Box 425, Bangor, ME 044020425
Telephone Number: (207) 947-0366
TTY Number: (207) 990-4730
*
- Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §2000d
et seq.);
45 C.F.R. Part 80
- Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended
(29 U.S.C. §794);
45 C.F.R. Part 84
- Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended (42 U.S.C.
§6101 et seq.);
45 C.F.R. Part 91
**
State of Maine Executive Order 17 FY 04/05 (An Order
Regarding State of Maine Contracts for Services)
otential clients in need of special services, please contact us prior
to an appointment.
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