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Sponsored by: Woodfords Family Services
Updated: September 27, 2021 2021 Giving Guide

Woodfords Family Services

2022 Goals

Woodfords’ vision for individuals with special needs is that they may:

  • maximize their potential;
  • be productive and appreciated contributors to their neighborhoods and community;
  • have positive and enriching relationships;
  • live lives that are safe and secure; and,
  • lead lives allowing for choice.

The agency will continue to be responsive to our consumers’ changing needs through the pandemic. Examples of our efforts include relationship support groups, a technology lending program to access agency programs, mask compliance to increase safe access to community activities, and the expansion of our Family Emergency Fund.

The agency will also continue to expand critical educational, clinical, family support and training programs, advocating for more adequate mental and behavioral health service capacity throughout the state.

Fundraising Events / Opportunities

Woodfords’ annual Auction Gala is the agency’s largest fundraising event. The event is typically held in September and attended by 300 area business leaders, consumer families and elected officials. During the pandemic in 2020 and 2021, the Auction Gala was hosted online. The gathered event features more than 275 auction items in both silent and live events. Cocktails, dinner and a Wall of Wine raffle are also part of the program. Sponsorships, auction item donations, and bidding on items during the auction are ways that businesses and donors can get involved. If you are interested in serving on the Auction Committee, email development@woodfords.org.

The Superhero 5K is typically held the first Saturday in June at Pineland Farms in New Gloucester. During the pandemic in 2020 and 2021, the 5K was hosted virtually. More than 275 people in superhero costumes complete the run. Businesses and donors can sponsor the event, register a team to participate or make a donation in support of a runner. Sponsor a company team to compete against a rival department, branch or business. Registration opens January 1. If you are interested in serving on the Superhero 5K Committee along with Old Port Batman and Batgirl, email development@woodfords.org.

Businesses also host their own fundraising events for the agency. These include retail sales events, office jeans days, dining promotions, holiday drives, and more. If you are interested in hosting a fundraiser for Woodfords, email development@woodfords.org.

Giving Opportunities

Become an annual corporate sponsor to support agency operations. Let the agency know if your company would be willing to accept a request or proposal for partnership. Host a collection drive for critical supplies, including toiletries, diapers, craft items, and more. Purchase items of need from our Amazon Wish List. Support one of our Facebook Fundraisers.

Does your business or employer have tickets or passes to sporting events, cultural institutions or amusement parks? Consider donating a block of tickets to individuals who otherwise may not be able to attend. Your donation would be appreciated by our families or residential consumers.

Volunteer Opportunities

Typically Woodfords engages volunteers in hands-on projects—seasonal garden and playground projects; maintenance or improvement projects; or assisting at consumer events for children such as our Halloween Party. The agency is always seeking out opportunities to connect with civic groups, professional associations, community organizations and churches. Volunteers can help make introductions to these organizations. Put an event together and donate the funds to the agency or, join in an event like the Red Knight’s annual motorcycle ride by coordinating a group to participate.

Leadership

Mark Eves, Executive Director
Peter Hall, CPA, Board President: Audit Manager, Smith and Associates, CPAs

Board officers

Michèle Gasco, Immediate Past President: Vice President, Customer Experience Manager, Southern Maine & New Hampshire Growth Markets, People’s United Bank

Barbara Redmond, Board Vice President: Retired Chief Deputy Secretary of State, Maine Department of the Secretary of State

Mark Foster, Board Secretary: Market Manager, People’s United Bank

Brooke Woodbury, Board Treasurer: Vice President, Portfolio Manager-Commercial Real Estate Division, Camden National Bank


Board Members

Morgan Cramer: Project Manager III-Finance Technology, Unum

Robert Fairbrother: Woodfords Consumer

Sean Grant: Woodfords Consumer

Brem Stoner, MEd: Assistant Principal, Wentworth School

Maureen Zemrak: Broker, Locations Real Estate Group / Parent Advocate

At a Glance:

Established: 1967
Employees: 396
Annual revenue: $28,580,215

Top funding sources

93% MaineCare
2% Department of Health & Human Services
2% Grants/Fundraising
2% Private Pay/Other
1% Child Development Services

Contact

Main Office:
15 Saunders Way, Ste. 900,
Westbrook, ME 04092 (207) 878-9663

Central Maine Office:
747 Western Ave., #2,
Manchester, ME 04351

Southern Maine Office:
5 Fletcher St., Ste. 2,
Kennebunk, ME 04043

https://www.woodfords.org
https://www.facebook.com/woodfords

Mission statement

Woodfords Family Services is committed to the support and inclusion of people with special needs and their families in Maine communities.

Service Locations

Each year, Woodfords provides direct services to more than 2,000 children, youth and adults with autism, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities and/or mental health diagnoses in 13 Maine counties, while also providing training and other support to hundreds of professionals, schools and organizations throughout the state.

Awards / Accolades

Woodfords is proud to have continued to grow its reach despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. The agency’s Children’s Behavioral Health Homes Program reached a major milestone, serving more than 500 children with special needs and their families throughout the state! The Behavioral Health Homes Program provides case-management-related services to children and their families. In September 2020, the agency expanded its school-based programs to include a K-2 Special Purpose Private School Program with classrooms in its Westbrook and Pineland Early Childhood Services locations. In September 2021, the agency grew this program to include grades 3-5, and added a classroom in its Waterville location. Additionally, the State of Maine grew its relationship with Woodfords through an extension and expansion of a contract to administer the Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) Training & Certificate Program which benefits organizations and school districts statewide. In addition to overseeing the certification of all BHPs statewide, the agency has launched a multi-faceted statewide recruitment effort to encourage all types of job seekers to enroll in the BHP Training & Certificate program and find employment throughout the state. Lastly, the agency achieved re-accreditation through the nationally recognized Council on Accreditation.