It would be the first such home in the country. Because this is such a complicated venture that involves so many people, the home would probably not open until sometime in 1998 or 1999. Wabanaki is now in the process of getting an outpatient license in the summer of 1997 to offer treatment to Native Americans with substance abuse and mental health problems. Wabanaki serves both adults and children. In addition, adults must live off reservation.
Children can live either off reservation or on Indian Island.
Wabanaki serves residents of Penobscot, Piscataquis, Hancock, and parts of Washington Counties.