Aug 14, 2026
Richmond — This September, staff at Richmond Area Health Center are happy to welcome Abigail Dalzell-Dixon, FNP, to their professional clinical team.
Abigail Dalzell-Dixon
Dalzell-Dixon earned her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Southern Maine in Portland. She previously obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry from Williams College in Williamstown, Massachusetts. Her wide range of care experience includes women’s healthcare across the lifespan, patient-centered and trauma-informed care, and so much more. Her transition to Richmond will be a relocation from HealthReach’s Belgrade Regional Health Center after four fantastic years there. Her experience with both rural Maine patients and the HealthReach organization will make her a fantastic addition to the Richmond team.
Of her transition to Richmond, Dalzell-Dixon said, “It has been an honor to help care for our patients in Belgrade for the past four years. I have learned so much and will miss the families who have trusted me to support their health. I believe the cornerstone of family medicine is building a strong partnership that combines evidence-based practice with each person’s individual needs. I appreciate the opportunity to do this at HealthReach where strong community ties and health centers that prioritize patients make this possible. I look forward to joining the team in Richmond and continuing our mission of providing care for Mainers of all walks of life in a new community.”
Dalzell-Dixon joins Richmond’s existing clinical team – Family Nurse Practitioners, Andrew Alexander, Rebecca Childs-Derhak, and Melissa Hackett; Doctor of Podiatry, Daniel Keane; Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Theresa Rush; and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Agnieszka “Aga” Smith.
Founded in 1977, Richmond Area Health Center is a part of HealthReach Community Health Centers — headquartered in Waterville, Maine. HealthReach is a 501(c)(3) operating 11 community health centers and 2 school-based health centers, with the mission of serving the otherwise medically underserved. HealthReach delivers high-quality, accessible healthcare services, including general primary and preventative healthcare, behavioral healthcare, substance use disorder treatment, dental, and podiatric care services. To ensure access for everyone, HealthReach accepts Medicare, MaineCare, and major insurance providers, and there are no eligibility requirements to access care through HealthReach; all are welcome. An Affordable Care Program is available to both uninsured and underinsured people. Assistance is available for applications to programs that help with your healthcare and medication costs, including enrollment support for Maine’s Health Insurance Marketplace.
The above is issued in furtherance of HealthReach Community Health Centers’ federally funded health center project. In 2025, HealthReach is projected to receive $4,436,654 in federal assistance, which is estimated as constituting 12% of project costs. Of total project costs for 2025, HealthReach estimates 88% to be financed with non-governmental sources.
The contents above are those of the author, and do not necessarily represent the official views of or an endorsement by, HRSA, DHHS, or the U.S. Government.
Aug 12, 2026
Belgrade — This September, staff at Belgrade Regional Health Center are happy to welcome Julie Tardiff, FNP, to their professional clinical team.
Julie Tardiff
Tardiff earned her Family Nurse Practitioner degree from Saint Joseph’s College in 2026. Previously, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from the University of New Hampshire. Tardiff’s experience includes women’s healthcare, pediatric care, surgical work, cancer care, and experience as a Maine-based registered nurse for almost 10 years. Her experience and passion will make her an excellent addition to the Belgrade clinicial team.
Of her new position with HealthReach, Tardiff said, “I am excited to start this journey with HealthReach and to serve the surrounding community. I have a strong interest in preventative health, patient education, and empowering patients to take an active role in their health. Individualized care is paramount in practice, and I look forward to providing this to help patients reach optimal well-being.”
Tardiff joins Belgrade’s existing clinical team – Family Nurse Practitioner, Sharon Lopez; Doctors, Amy Madden and Teresa Farrington; Doctor of Podiatry Daniel Keane; Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Theresa Rush; and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Rita Alfonso LaBarbera.
Founded in 1977, Belgrade Regional Health Center is a part of HealthReach Community Health Centers — headquartered in Waterville, Maine. HealthReach is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit operating 11 community health centers and 2 school-based health centers, with the mission of serving the otherwise medically underserved. HealthReach delivers high-quality, accessible healthcare services, including general primary and preventative healthcare, behavioral healthcare, substance use disorder treatment, dental, and podiatric care services. To ensure access for everyone, HealthReach accepts Medicare, MaineCare, and major insurance providers, and there are no eligibility requirements to access care through HealthReach; all are welcome. An Affordable Care Program is available to both uninsured and underinsured people. Assistance is available for applications to programs that help with your healthcare and medication costs, including enrollment support for Maine’s Health Insurance Marketplace.
The above is issued in furtherance of HealthReach Community Health Centers’ federally funded health center project. In 2025, HealthReach is projected to receive $4,436,654 in federal assistance, which is estimated as constituting 12% of project costs. Of total project costs for 2025, HealthReach estimates 88% to be financed with non-governmental sources.
The contents above are those of the author, and do not necessarily represent the official views of or an endorsement by, HRSA, DHHS, or the U.S. Government.
Jul 28, 2026
Rangeley & Kingfield — This July, staff at the Rangeley Family Medicine and Mt. Abram Regional Health Center are happy to welcome Elisa Sousa, LCPC-C, LADC, to their professional behavioral healthcare teams.
Elisa Sousa, LCPC-C
Sousa earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southern New Hampshire University. Previously, she earned her Applied Behavioral Analysis Certificate and Master of Science in Education from the University of Maine at Farmington. Sousa’s experience includes early intervention and family support, crisis counseling, and substance use counseling — including an Alcohol and Drug Use Counseling license. She offers trauma-informed care, with modes of therapy including, but not limited to: CBT, DBT, MATCH, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness. Her extensive range of behavioral healthcare experience will make her a great addition to our Rangeley and Mt. Abram teams!
Of her new position with HealthReach, Sousa said, “I am honored to join HealthReach and look forward to serving the Rangeley and Kingfield communities. I believe that hope is the foundation of healing, and my passion is helping people discover their strengths, build resilience, and move toward wellness through compassionate, evidence-based care. Every person deserves to feel heard, respected, and supported, and I am grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside individuals and families while serving the community I am proud to call home.”
Sousa joins the Rangeley and Mt. Abram clinical teams’ existing behavioral health clinician — Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Amy Peters.
HealthReach Community Health Centers — founded in 1975 and headquartered in Waterville, Maine — is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit operating 11 community health centers and 2 school-based health centers with the mission of serving the otherwise medically underserved communities of Central and Western Maine. HealthReach delivers high-quality, accessible healthcare services, including general primary and preventative healthcare, behavioral healthcare, substance use disorder treatment, and dental services. To ensure access for everyone, HealthReach accepts Medicare, MaineCare, and major insurance providers, and there are no eligibility requirements to access care through HealthReach; all are welcome. An Affordable Care Program is available to both uninsured and underinsured people. Assistance is available for applications to programs that help with your healthcare and medication costs, including enrollment support for Maine’s Health Insurance Marketplace.
The above is issued in furtherance of HealthReach Community Health Centers’ federally funded health center project. In 2025, HealthReach received $4,436,654 in federal assistance, which is estimated as constituting 12% of project costs. Of total project costs for 2025, HealthReach estimates 88% financed with non-governmental sources.
The contents above are those of the author, and do not necessarily represent the official views of or an endorsement by, HRSA, DHHS, or the U.S. Government.
Jun 24, 2026
Bethel — This August, staff at the Bethel Family Health Center are happy to welcome Physician’s Associate, Michael Matassa, to their professional healthcare team.
Michael Matassa, PA
Matassa earned his Master of Science Physician’s Assistant degree from the University of New England. Additionally, he completed an Advanced Practice Provider Hospital Medicine Fellowship at MaineGeneral Medical Center. Matassa’s experience is primarily in internal medicine, where he managed complex and multisystem disorders across a wide spectrum of conditions. He is also experienced in family medicine, managing medical emergencies, and performing small procedures. Matassa’s range of experience and familiarity with Maine’s patient population will make him a great addition to the Bethel team.
Of his new position with HealthReach, Matassa said, “I am excited to provide high-quality, compassionate, patient-centered care to the community I love and am proud to call home.”
Matassa joins the existing Bethel clinical team — Doctor Kevin Finley; Family Nurse Practitioners, Brittany Bennett, Carly Hanson, and Valerie Hart; Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Amanda Adamen; Licensed Master Social Worker, Cindy Black; and Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Leslie Lufkin and Denise Thorn.
Founded in 1977, Bethel Family Health Center is a part of HealthReach Community Health Centers — headquartered in Waterville, Maine. HealthReach is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit operating 11 community health centers and 2 school-based health centers, with the mission of serving the otherwise medically underserved. HealthReach delivers high-quality, accessible healthcare services, including general primary and preventative healthcare, behavioral healthcare, substance use disorder treatment, dental, and podiatric care services. To ensure access for everyone, HealthReach accepts Medicare, MaineCare, and major insurance providers, and there are no eligibility requirements to access care through HealthReach; all are welcome. An Affordable Care Program is available to both uninsured and underinsured people. Assistance is available for applications to programs that help with your healthcare and medication costs, including enrollment support for Maine’s Health Insurance Marketplace.
The above is issued in furtherance of HealthReach Community Health Centers’ federally funded health center project. In 2025, HealthReach received $4,436,654 in federal assistance, which is estimated as constituting 12% of project costs. Of total project costs for 2025, HealthReach estimates 88% financed with non-governmental sources.
The contents above are those of the author, and do not necessarily represent the official views of or an endorsement by, HRSA, DHHS, or the U.S. Government.
Jun 24, 2026
Strong — This July, staff of the Strong Area Health Center are happy to welcome Dr. Virginia Leone to their professional healthcare team.
Virginia Leone, MD
Dr. Leone earned her Doctorate degree from New York Medical College and Masters of Public Health from San Diego State University. Her wealth of medical experience includes work at a Federally Qualified Health Center in California, where she offered full-scope family practice and obstetric care. In addition to her certification in Family Medicine, she is board-certified in Public Health and General Preventive Medicine.
Leone shares, “I am so excited to be returning to Maine and joining the HealthReach family. From summers with my extended family in Edgecomb to my undergraduate years at Bowdoin, I have been lucky enough to experience what makes Maine such a special place and am glad to be part of the community once more.
I feel strongly that medicine is not “one size fits all” and take great pride in working with my patients to develop a relationship based on communication, connection, and trust. Everyone has different health goals, and I aim to make sure that each person who comes to the office feels genuinely heard so we can work together to make those goals a reality. With my additional training in preventive medicine, I make it a particular priority to identify potential health issues before they occur so that each patient I treat can live their healthiest life.”
Leone joins the existing Strong clinical team — Doctor Paul Gloe; Physician Associate, Madelyn Besse; Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Amy Peters; and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Cinder Savage.
Founded in 1986, Strong Area Health Center is a part of HealthReach Community Health Centers — headquartered in Waterville, Maine. HealthReach is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit operating 11 family medical practices and 1 school-based health center with the mission of serving the otherwise medically underserved. HealthReach delivers high-quality, accessible healthcare services, including general primary and preventative healthcare, behavioral healthcare, substance use disorder treatment, dental, and podiatric care services. To ensure access for everyone, HealthReach accepts Medicare, MaineCare, and major insurance providers, and there are no eligibility requirements to access care through HealthReach; all are welcome. An Affordable Care Program is available to both uninsured and underinsured people. Assistance is available for applications to programs that help with your healthcare and medication costs, including enrollment support for Maine’s Health Insurance Marketplace.
The above is issued in furtherance of HealthReach Community Health Centers’ federally funded health center project. In 2025, HealthReach received $4,436,654 in federal assistance, which is estimated as constituting 12% of project costs. Of total project costs for 2025, HealthReach estimates 88% were financed with non-governmental sources.
The contents above are those of the author, and do not necessarily represent the official views of or an endorsement by, HRSA, DHHS, or the U.S. Government.
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