Community Clinical Services, Inc

06/04/2026

🧠 Taking care of your brain is important at every age. Limiting alcohol use is one way to support healthy aging and brain health. https://rethinkchronicdisease.org/

05/27/2026

From all of us at Community Clinical Services, we wish a joyful and peaceful Eid to all who are celebrating.

Eid is a time to reflect on kindness, community, gratitude, and caring for one another - values that are deeply connected to our mission of supporting the health and well-being of our community.

May this holiday bring happiness, renewed hope, and meaningful time with family and friends.

Eid Mubarak!

05/26/2026

Did you know? The CDC estimates that 1 in 6 Americans (about 48 million people) get a foodborne illness each year. (cdc.gov)

Help protect yourself and your family by following these simple food safety tips:

✅ Wash hands, surfaces, fruits, and vegetables
✅ Keep raw meats separate from ready-to-eat foods
✅ Cook foods to safe internal temperatures
✅ Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours
✅ Avoid consuming foods that smell, look, or taste questionable

Common symptoms of foodborne illness can include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach cramps, and fever.

📞 Poison Control Center: 1-800-222-1222
Available 24/7 for questions about food poisoning, accidental ingestion, medications, and other poisoning emergencies.

A few extra precautions can go a long way in keeping your summer healthy and safe.

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

We are grateful for all who have served and for the families who carry both pride and loss. As a community health center, we remain committed to caring for and supporting our community with compassion and service. 🇺🇸

*Please note that we are closed today for the holiday.

05/21/2026

May is High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) Education month.

To learn how to accurately take you blood pressure at home, check out this great video from the American Heart Association.

633 likes, 34 comments. "How To Monitor Your Blood Pressure at Home"

05/19/2026

Su***de prevention starts with awareness, compassion, and connection.

Many people struggling with suicidal thoughts may not openly ask for help, but there are often warning signs that someone is hurting. Checking in, listening without judgment, and encouraging support can make a meaningful difference.

If you or someone you know is struggling, you are not alone. Help is available. Call or text 988 anytime to reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

05/19/2026

Tomorrow looks like a hot one for many areas of Maine. Our bodies are not adapted to the heat yet. On the first hot days of the year, it's especially important to take breaks in the shade or A/C and drink plenty of water. Stay cool and with these tips

💧Stay hydrated
☀️Avoid being in the sun too long
👴Check on older adult family members & neighbors
🚗Never leave kids or pets unattended in your car

Follow US National Weather Service Gray ME or US National Weather Service Caribou ME for weather updates.

05/18/2026

🌿🕷️ Tick season is here in Maine and knowing the difference between common ticks can help protect you, your family, and your pets.

Deer ticks (blacklegged ticks) are the primary carriers of Lyme disease in Maine. They are much smaller than American dog ticks and can be as tiny as a sesame seed. Dog ticks are larger and easier to spot but can still carry other illnesses.

✔️ Check yourself, children, and pets after spending time outdoors
✔️ Wear light-colored clothing and use EPA-approved tick repellent
✔️ Shower after being outside and inspect hidden areas like behind knees, waistbands, scalp, and underarms
✔️ Remove attached ticks promptly with fine-tipped tweezers

Early symptoms of tick-borne illness can include:
• Fever or chills
• Fatigue
• Headache
• Muscle or joint aches
• Rash (including the “bullseye” rash associated with Lyme disease)

If you develop symptoms after a tick bite, contact your healthcare provider.

Stay safe and enjoy Maine outdoors!

05/14/2026

Mental health care is health care.

Struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, substance use, burnout, or simply feeling overwhelmed does not make someone weak - it makes them human. Every day, we see the courage it takes for people to ask for help, show up for appointments, support loved ones, and keep going even during incredibly difficult moments.

At Community Clinical Services, we believe mental health care should be accessible, compassionate, and free from judgment. Healing happens when people feel heard, respected, and supported, and no one should have to navigate that journey alone.

This Mental Health Awareness month, we encourage our community to:

• Check in on one another
• Speak openly about mental health
• Ask for help when needed
• Remember that recovery and healing are possible

You are not alone.
And your story matters. 💚

05/13/2026

Thank you to our partners at Healthy Androscoggin for keeping an up to date food resource guide for our community. Please see below for the most current resources available in Androscoggin County.

Please share our Food Resource Guide, now updated for spring! 🍅🍚🌱🥖🫐

This poster can be displayed and distributed to direct people to our webpage for the most current information.

Poster and guide available for viewing and downloading here on our website:
https://healthyandroscoggin.org/andro-county-food-resources