Northern Light Sebasticook Valley Hospital

04/16/2026

Ever dream of becoming a nurse? Join our Nursing Education team for a Q & A session with Eastern Maine Community College on Tuesday, April 28 at 4 pm or Tuesday, May 5 at 5 pm.

Learn about our collaboration with EMCC’s nursing program where we bring the education to you, what you need to do now to pursue a nursing degree for Fall of 2027, program requirements, and more!

You can either join online or in-person at Northern Light Mayo, Maine Coast, or Sebasticook Valley Hospitals!

Registration is required. For more information and to register, please visit https://ow.ly/qYpC50YKCuY.

04/16/2026

Why donate blood? Blood donation is one of the simplest ways to make a lifesaving difference—and yet, it’s a resource that can’t be manufactured. When you donate blood, you’re not just helping one person, you may help several.

Join us and the American Red Cross on Friday, April 24 between 10 am to 3 pm at 167 Leighton Street to give blood and help us fulfill this lifesaving mission. To save your slot, please call 1-800-RED CROSS or sign up online: https://ow.ly/iUUz50YBqqc

04/14/2026

Meet Ed Moreshead, EMT-P, EMS Consultant for Northern Light Medical Transport. His life was saved by blood donation after a serious accident.

Listen to his story below!

If you would like to donate blood, we are hosting a blood drive on April 24. Check out the event to learn more: https://ow.ly/jLJa50YIujX

04/07/2026

Every two seconds someone in the US needs blood. And there is no substitute for human blood—without it, surgeries may be delayed, and patient care may be affected. That’s why we need you!

Sebasticook Valley Hospital will host an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Friday, April 24 from 10 am to 3 pm at 167 Leighton Street. Will you join us? To save your slot, please call 1-800-RED CROSS or sign up online: https://ow.ly/V7pG50YBqmc

04/06/2026

Today we wished a fond farewell to Ashley Wooley, DPT, PT, director of rehabilitation. For 15 years Ashley has served our organization as a physical therapist, and for the past three years as department director. During this time, she has led her team with professionalism, compassion, and a strong commitment to excellence and has supported important patient safety initiatives across our hospital. Best wishes in your next role, Ashley!

04/03/2026

Testicular Cancer is the most common cancer affecting young men ages 15-44.

Early detection saves lives.

“As a urologist, I’ve seen lives saved by a simple regular self-exam — if you can spend 30 seconds in the shower checking for any lumps, hardness, or changes in your testicles, you could catch testicular cancer at its most treatable stage.” Krishna Bhatta, MD

04/02/2026

In healthcare, patient safety is often associated with our clinical teams, but behind the scenes our Security Team is working to create a safer, more secure environment every day. Recently, two members of our team were presented with Patient Safety Awards for going above and beyond for safety. 🏆

Security Officer Brock Wacome responded to a caller’s concerns, remained calm during a challenging situation, and provided clear and precise instructions in a time of crisis. His quick, thoughtful response may have saved a life! Security and Emergency Management Manager Doug Marston was recognized for his safety and security leadership at SVH and throughout our system. He cares deeply about safety, and it shows in his interactions with staff, patients, and the community.

Thank you, Brock and Doug, for all you do! 🎉

03/31/2026

We need your help! Will you take a few seconds to share this post and potentially save a life?

We are hosting an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Friday, April 24 on the hospital campus, and we're looking to fill the schedule! Giving couldn’t be easier—sign up for a time, show up at the conference room, and be in and out in about an hour. Best of all, you’ll finish your week knowing that just an hour of your time could save lives, including the lives of people right here in the Pittsfield area.

To save your slot, please call 1-800-RED CROSS or sign up online: https://ow.ly/4ou050YBqnG.

03/30/2026

Happy National Doctors Day! Thank you to all the amazing doctors working for Northern Light Health, caring for patients from from Portland to Presque Isle and Greenville to Blue Hill. We appreciate your dedication and care.

03/25/2026

“Mental health and physical health go hand-in-hand; you can’t have good health without the other. Social Work is an important part of healthcare. Therapy no longer needs to look sterile, institutional, or impersonal but rather its collaborative, patient-centered, with warm, comforting, welcoming, and friendly care spaces. Our job is to meet patients where they are at; to listen, listen, and listen more.”

Meet Jennifer Turner, LCSW, licensed clinical social worker, Northern Light Primary Care – Unity, Northern Light Sebasticook Valley Hospital, one of our featured social workers for Social Work Awareness Month.

“We are all on a journey – everyone needs compassion, empathy, and validation at one time or another in life.”

03/23/2026

Thank you, NEWS CENTER Maine, for highlighting our outstanding Emergency Department team and the training and equipment they have for an unexpected delivery!

Rural Maine hospitals face increased unexpected births as labor units close, prompting healthcare providers to enhance emergency birth training and resources. https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/health/maine-rural-hospitals-unexpected-births-delivery-unit-closures/97-1d1a7c44-45f6-4149-838e-a6a8fa6b1d8c?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_NEWS_CENTER_Maine

03/18/2026

Delivering a baby in the emergency room is always unexpected. But when seconds matter and there’s no time to reach a birthing hospital, our ED team is ready to step in—even to help welcome a new life into the world.

Sebasticook Valley Hospital has not had a birthing unit in several decades, but since babies don't always follow a schedule, our ED team is ready to assist for an emergency delivery. Check out this story that highlights the equipment and training that staff maintain to stay ready.

As more Maine hospitals operate without labor and delivery units, local emergency departments are preparing for emergency births with critical technology and training.
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