People and Business Profiles Partners Bank Donates $3,000 to

The center provides individuals 50 and older with opportunities to socialize and participate in learning and wellness opportunities. “This program is very near and dear to my heart,” said Stewart, who also serves as vice chair of the board of directors for the Sanford-Springvale YMCA.

“I’m very honored to have this opportunity!”

May’s designation was made to Alzheimer’s Association by Partners Bank VP Director of Human Resources, Cheryl Patstone. The Alzheimer’s Association leads the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia by accelerating global

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research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. “Over the past three years, I have watched my Dad progress through the stages of Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease,” Patstone shared, speaking to how the organization and its mission has touched her life personally. “So many families are impacted by this horrible disease, which makes this donation an easy

Susanne Kuehl of Hygiene Health Receives Award

KITTERYSusanne Dennis Kuehl recently received the Tower Award for Alumni Achievement on the Portland campus of the University of New England, formerly known as Westbrook College.

The Tower Award of Alumni Achievement is presented to alumni who have distinguished themselves by a high level of performance in business or professional life, by services of unusual quality in civic activities, or by extraordinary, devoted and loyal service to their alma maters.

Speaking at the ceremony, Susanne remarked, “When I graduated from Westbrook College, I could not imagine where my career would take me. I’m am most grateful to the Westbrook College faculty and staff who instilled in me professionalism and a commitment to life-long learning.”

Kuehl’s career includes sales representative for Professional Dental Technologies, product development consultant for Oral-B and marketing roles with Tom’s of Maine, Colgate, Sonicare and Waterpik. Chosen by her peers as the 2014 Mentor of the Year, she is a recognized leader in the oral healthcare industry. She is a member of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association and has held numerous leadership roles advocating for the advancement of the profession. In 2017, Susanne successfully spearheaded legislation in Maine to remove restrictive licensing regulations for independent practice dental hygienists. As owner and Director of Operations of Hygiene Health LLC in Kittery, she is an advance practice clinician with additional certification in public health.

“Looking back to when I started in advocacy work and community health, it is exciting to see dental hygienists become recognized as essential primary care providers in the larger health care arena. Dental hygienists can be proud that oral health is being recognized as integral to overall health. I am extremely honored to come back to where my career all started to accept this prestigious award.”

For more information, visit www.npino.com/dental-clinic.