Gold Star Standards
Breathe Easy conducts the Gold Star Standards of Excellence recognition program annually to encourage and support Maine’s healthcare organizations that are addressing smoking and tobacco use by creating and maintaining smoke and tobacco-free policies. As leaders in wellness, Maine healthcare organizations seek to optimize the health of patients and the surrounding community. Healthcare organizations provide key community support and are exemplary role models of health care excellence. Tobacco-free campus policies are examples of this commitment that benefits patients, employees, and the entire community.Congratulations to the 2024 Gold Star Standards of Excellence Awardees
44 Maine Organizations, including 10 Healthcare Organizations, are being recognized this year for their commitment to addressing tobacco use, secondhand smoke exposure, and nicotine dependence.
- Learn more about the Healthcare awardees from 2024 and previous years.
2024 Program Timeline
- Application Period: March 11 – April 26, 2024
- Awardee Notification: May 2024
- Awardee Celebration: June 2024 (during Maine Tobacco Treatment and Prevention Conference)
2024 Award Levels
2024 Healthcare GSSE Standards
- Platinum: 10 Standards
- Gold: 8-9 Standards
- Silver: 6-7 Standards
- Bronze: 5 Standards
Eligible Healthcare Organizations
All Maine health organizations are invited to apply, this includes but is not limited to:
- Dental Clinics
- Federally Qualified Health Centers
- Private Practices or Clinics
- School-Based Health Centers
Congratulations to the 2023 Awardees!
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