Healthy Acadia

Healthy Acadia Empowering people and organizations as we build healthy communities together across Downeast Maine. Learn more at healthyacadia.org.

Healthy Acadia is a 501(C)(3) community health organization building vibrant communities and making it easier for all people to lead healthy lives throughout Washington and Hancock counties and across Maine. The scope of our work encompasses six broad areas of focus:

>> Strong Beginnings to support healthy development and resilience from birth to adulthood;

>> Healthy Food for All: ensuring that

all people have access to nutritious, affordable food, and to make the healthy choice the easy choice;

>> Active and Healthy Environments: ensuring that our indoor and outdoor spaces are safe, healthy, and promote physical activity and wellness;

>> Healthy Aging: ensuring that all of us can age well β€” with strength, dignity, comfort, and grace;

>> Substance Prevention and Recovery: supporting people of all ages to live lives free of substance misuse and substance use disorder, and to support individuals throughout their recovery journey; and

>> Health Promotion & Management: improving community supports across a wide range of health needs, from cancer patient navigation and stress reduction to barrier removal for health challenges and chronic disease and pain self-management. At Healthy Acadia, it is our priority to maintain our social media platforms as safe and respectful places for sharing and discussing topics related to public health. Posts and content are viewed and shared by the general public, including our youth. Please be respectful of everyone who is interacting through our social media platforms:

Do not use profanity, insensitive or biased language or images, or post or share posts that include verbal attacks such as threats of violence, character insults, or name-calling. Do not post or share spam or advertisements for products or services. If your organization is hosting a community event or providing a public health service that you feel may benefit our community members, please contact us via private message (messenger) or by emailing [email protected]. We encourage all community members to comment or ask questions related to the information we post or share, and we will do our best to respond to questions or requests for additional information in a timely manner. Healthy Acadia reserves the right to remove any content that we feel is not appropriate to be displayed on our social media platforms.

Overdose Awareness Day Event Monday, August 31 |  5-7 p.m.Knowlton Park, EllsworthJoin us to honor those we've lost to o...
08/24/2026

Overdose Awareness Day Event
Monday, August 31 | 5-7 p.m.
Knowlton Park, Ellsworth

Join us to honor those we've lost to overdose, support the families and communities impacted, and remember the 390 Mainers who died from overdose in 2025 through a special butterfly tribute.

The free event also includes a community memory board, overdose prevention resources, free naloxone, fentanyl and xylazine test strips, and recovery support information.

Everyone is welcome!

Heads up! There will be NO Machias Area Community Supper next Thursday, August 13, due to Blueberry Festival Festivities...
08/06/2026

Heads up! There will be NO Machias Area Community Supper next Thursday, August 13, due to Blueberry Festival Festivities. We hope to see you for supper on August 27!

08/04/2026

A little sneak peek at our Overdose Awareness Day t-shirts. πŸ’œπŸ¦‹

Join us on Monday, August 31st, from 5:00–7:00 PM at Knowlton Park in Ellsworth as we come to honor and remember the loved ones we’ve lost to overdose.

Together, we remember. Together, we support. Together, we work toward hope. πŸ’œ

Do you want to make a real and lasting difference in your community's health? Join the Healthy Acadia team! Current oppo...
08/04/2026

Do you want to make a real and lasting difference in your community's health? Join the Healthy Acadia team!

Current opportunities:

Nutrition Educator - Hancock County (full-time)
Recovery Coaches - Hancock and Washington counties (Full-time - multiple positions)
Tribal Activities Coordinator - Motahkomikuk (Indian Township) (part-time)
Youth Recovery Coaches (2) - Hancock County (one full-time AND one part-time position available)

Learn more and how to apply! https://healthyacadia.org

🌽 Enrollment is now open for the 2026 Maine Senior FarmShare Program!The Maine Senior FarmShare Program helps eligible o...
08/03/2026

🌽 Enrollment is now open for the 2026 Maine Senior FarmShare Program!

The Maine Senior FarmShare Program helps eligible older adults access fresh, locally grown fruits, vegetables, herbs, and honey while supporting Maine farmers. This year marks 25 years of connecting older adults with healthy local food.

Interested participants can apply online:
https://www.maine.gov/dacf/ard/food-assistance/farmshare/index.shtml

Need help applying? If you don't have internet access, a trusted friend, family member, neighbor, or caseworker can apply on your behalf, or you can call the program for assistance at πŸ“ž (207) 287-3491.



Learn more at [email protected]

Looking for a welcoming place to connect this summer?Healthy Acadia's Youth Recovery Coaches are hosting free weekly sum...
07/30/2026

Looking for a welcoming place to connect this summer?

Healthy Acadia's Youth Recovery Coaches are hosting free weekly summer sessions for youth ages 14–21 in Calais. Whether you're looking to meet new people, participate in fun activities, or simply have a safe place to spend time, you're welcome here.

Thursdays | 12–3 p.m.
πŸ“ Healthy Acadia Office
295 North St., Calais

Drop in, hang out, build friendships, and connect with Youth Recovery Coaches in a relaxed, supportive environment. There's no pressure, just a space where you can be yourself.

Fridays | 12–3 p.m.
πŸ“ Calais Recreation Center
7 Academy St., Calais

Join us for games and activities that naturally lead into conversations about recovery, resilience, values, and making healthy choices. It's a fun, engaging way to build confidence and life skills while connecting with others.

No registration is required. Come when you can and participate at your own pace.

It is the first day of the Down East Teen Leadership Camp, and we want to thank everyone who has supported our youth thi...
07/20/2026

It is the first day of the Down East Teen Leadership Camp, and we want to thank everyone who has supported our youth this year!

We also want to give a big shout-out to this year's DETLC sponsors - Anchor Club Washington Lodge #37 AF AM, Brett and Michael Devlin, Camden National Bank, Classic Hits 92.7/95.3 FM and The Border 102.9 FM, New Leaf Counseling, Harwood Lodge #91, Katherine Hall Page and Alan Hein, and Satya K Khalsa!

Thank you to all - we could not do this without your support and partnership!

Open House happening now! Stop by and see us at our newest location, 295 North St., Suite 5, Calais
07/07/2026

Open House happening now! Stop by and see us at our newest location, 295 North St., Suite 5, Calais

07/01/2026

State and federal officials are encouraging residents to take precautions as high temperatures and elevated ozone levels affect the region.

Address

77 Beechland Road
Ellsworth, ME
04605

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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