Health

5 days ago

A legacy of compassion: estate gift supports hospice care

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — The Aroostook Hospice Foundation is deeply honored to announce a $20,000 estate gift from the late Ricky Kenney, who passed at the Aroostook House of Comfort on May 14. Kenney experienced the compassionate care of the Aroostook House of Comfort firsthand, both through his loved ones and during his own hospice […]

1 week ago

Safe Step Program returns to help reduce accidental falls for seniors

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — The Rotary Club of Presque Isle is pleased to once again partner with several local retail sponsors, community public works departments and the Aroostook Agency on Aging to offer the fourth annual Safe Steps program. Through this effort, free 5-gallon buckets of sand/salt mix are provided to eligible older adults to […]

1 week ago

AR Gould nurse Nicole McCullough recognized with DAISY Award

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Nicole McCullough, RN, a nurse in Northern Light AR Gould Hospital’s Acute Rehabilitation inpatient unit, was presented a DAISY Award in honor of her outstanding patient care. McCullough was nominated for this honor by a patient who was in her care. “Her level of care at night is amazing,” shared the […]

2 weeks ago

Maliseet Advocacy Center, tribal citizens walk with purpose

HOULTON, Maine – A small, but spirited group turned out Saturday, Oct. 18 for a one-mile walk/run to raise awareness for domestic violence. “Our goal is to raise awareness about domestic violence and by knowing more, you can foster a healthy mind, spirit and body,” said Cathy St. John, director for the Maliseet Advocacy Center. […]

2 weeks ago

AMHC announces Deschaine as new COO

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Aroostook Mental Health Services, Inc. is pleased to announce that Lori  Deschaine, LCSW, has been appointed chief operating officer. Deschaine has served AMHC in various roles, including therapist, clinical consultant and overseeing the accreditation of AMHC’s Children’s Advocacy Centers with the National Children’s Alliance. As COO, Deschaine will oversee AMHC’s day-to-day […]

2 weeks ago

UMFK, FRRH team up for student health services

The University of Maine at Fort Kent and Fish River Rural Health have recently partnered to expand and enhance health services for students, providing access to one of the most comprehensive and affordable health care options available in northern Maine.

3 weeks ago

Town of Ashland welcomes new ambulance, enhancing regional emergency response

ASHLAND, Maine — The Town of Ashland is proud to announce the arrival of its new 2024 four-wheel drive ambulance, a critical upgrade to the region’s emergency medical response capabilities. This state-of-the-art vehicle was made possible through $431,000 in Congressionally Directed Spending secured by U.S. Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine during fiscal year 2024.   Ambulance Director […]