About Kennebec Behavioral Health – Waterville
Kennebec Behavioral Health in Waterville, Maine, provides a variety of programs for those struggling with a mental illness, substance use disorder and co-occurring disorders. Known as a peaceful and friendly city, Waterville offers excellent surroundings that are conducive to recuperation and recovery.
One of their noteworthy services is the Vocational Clubhouses Program, which employs a community centric approach to mental health recovery. These clubhouses such as Capitol Clubhouse, High Hopes Clubhouse and Looking Ahead Clubhouse help people develop vocational skills, discover meaningful work and establish a supportive social network. Members are actively involved in daily operations, learning job skills and growing personally in a collaborative and supportive setting. Not only does this program help place people into the workforce but it fosters a sense of purpose and belonging.
Their clinic based offerings include programs that cover mental health and substance use disorders with tailored care plans. The Opioid Health Home Program is specifically designed to help people who are recovering from an opioid addiction and combines counseling and medical care with recovery coaching. Their community rehabilitation services focus on skill building, case management and crisis services, providing immediate mental health assistance. Their recovery coaching is one of their most valuable offerings. This program provides trained peers who have experience with overcoming addiction. They can provide personal encouragement and accountability based on their first-hand knowledge of recovery.
