Day One

11/05/2025

10/31/2025

You know what’s scary? Having no food.

SNAP benefits may pause TOMORROW because of the government shutdown. For thousands of Maine families, that means empty plates and hungry kids.

No child should go to bed worried about their next meal. No parent should have to choose between heat and food.

You can help right now. Donate to your local food pantry or community kitchen today. Even one bag of groceries makes a real difference.

This Halloween, while we’re surrounded by candy and costumes, remember what’s truly frightening — hunger.

10/30/2025

Hunger doesn’t wait.

Because of the ongoing federal government shutdown, SNAP funding will be on hold starting November 1. That pause means nearly 170,000 Mainers (1 in 8 people) could lose food benefits in just TWO days

SNAP stands for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, which helps low-income individuals and families buy food each month by covering part of the cost of groceries. Most are working parents, seniors, and people with disabilities already stretched thin.

Volunteers statewide are making sure no one is left hungry while federal funding is delayed. If you can give, give. If you need food, reach out. When SNAP pauses, communities step up. See where food help is available near you → in York County.

For statewide food help:
Call 211 or text your ZIP code to 898-211
Visit 211Maine.org

10/29/2025

If you or someone you know needs help finding food resources, reach out to 211 Maine!

📞Dial 211 (or 866-811-5695) or
📱Text your zip code to 898-211

You are not alone.

10/29/2025

Every five minutes, a young person in Maine faces a mental health or substance use crisis.

And that’s why when others step back, we step in. We stand with youth and families because one safe, honest moment can change a life.

With your help, more moments of trust, healing, and hope are possible.

Join us. Help Mainers find their Day One. Call or fill out a confidential online referral for yourself or a loved one.
https://day-one.org/online-referral/

10/24/2025

🎃 Last weekend before Halloween!
If you’re heading to Hannaford in South Portland for candy, costumes, or groceries, grab a Hannaford Helps reusable bag for just $2.50.

💵 Day One gets $1 for every bag sold through October.

Shop local, cut waste, and help Maine youth get the support they need.
Small act, big impact.

10/23/2025

Day One is at the School Management Association Fall Conference sharing what we do to help teens/youth/families with substance use and behavioral health challenges.

Learn more about:
✔️Our School-Based Services: https://day-one.org/school-based-services
✔️Maine's only Adolescent Residential Substance Use Treatment Program: https://day-one.org/residentialtreatment/

Director of Community Engagement, Dan Morin is meeting attendees, including Day One Board member and Windham Superintendent, Chris Howell.

A better tomorrow starts today. - Day One.

10/18/2025

Don’t forget to grab your reusable Hannaford Supermarkets bag at Hannaford in South Portland this weekend. A better tomorrow starts today with your help ❤️

🍁 Leaves are falling, giving is calling! 🍁

This October, every small choice can make a big impact.
When you buy a $2.50 Hannaford Community Bag at the South Portland Hannaford (415 Philbrook Ave), $1 supports Day One—helping Maine youth find hope and recovery.

These reusable bags do more than just carry your groceries:
✅ Cut down on plastic waste
✅ Keep Maine’s environment clean
✅ Perfect for shopping, gym gear, or lunch on the go
✅ Support local nonprofits like Day One

Join us in building stronger, healthier communities—one bag at a time.
Grab your Community Bag today and make a real difference this fall.

🗓️ October 1–31 only
📍 Hannaford Plaza So., Portland

10/18/2025

The Day One Christmas 🎄 door decorating contest was such a hit, we decided to hold a Halloween 🎃 decorating contest 🎉. Vote in the comments before midnight Monday by commenting the number of your favorite.

We'll count unique individual photo likes as a vote too!

EDIT: #5 is a Check Engine Light ... Great idea! 😲

10/17/2025

Local non-profits get stronger when we work together.

Today, Day One’s Development Director Dan Morin joined Lee Anne Dodge, Executive Director of SoPo Unite and a valued Day One Board Member, at SoPo Unite’s coalition meeting to share ideas on prevention, treatment, and youth wellness.

We’re proud to partner with organizations like SoPo Unite- All Ages All In that share our mission to support Maine youth and families.

📞 Need help or want to refer someone to Day One?
Call (207) 893-0386 for youth substance use and mental health services. Or refer/self-refer confidentially online at https://day-one.org/online-referral/

📩 Want to connect with SoPo Unite?
Visit www.sopounite.org
to learn more about their local prevention work and community programs in South Portland.