Behavioral Health

Gold Star Standards

The annual Gold Star Standards of Excellence program has a goal of encouraging, supporting and recognizing Maine’s behavioral health organizations that are addressing smoking and tobacco use by creating and maintaining smoke and tobacco-free policies. Behavioral health organizations and providers seek to optimize the health of clients and employees. Tobacco-free policies are examples of this commitment that benefits clients, employees, and the entire community.

2024 Applications Now Being Accepted

Applications are now being accepted for the 2024 Gold Star Standards of Excellence Program, the application period will close on April 26, 2024.

2024 Program Timeline

2024 Award Levels

2024 Behavioral Health Standards

  • Platinum: 10 Standards
  • Gold: 8-9 Standards
  • Silver: 6-7 Standards
  • Bronze: 5 Standards

Congratulations to the 2023 Awardees!

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