Maine is the oldest state in the nation by median age, with 23 percent of residents age 65 and older and more than 310,000 older adults contributing to communities across the state. As this population continues to grow, so does
Frank and Gaetane met 20 years ago at the 50+ Club in Biddeford, right across from Southern Maine Agency on Aging’s Biddeford Community Café. Frank likes to point out that they have been attending the Community Café since its very beginning, the same amount
In this month’s Nutrition Education article, SMAA Meals on Wheels Dietician, Elizabeth Varga, shares “Heart Health and Saturated Fats.” While heart health is important to talk about all year round, we can use the month of February to really dive
For EJ and Lynne Lovett, love is right there in the name. After 55 years of marriage, their partnership continues to shape how they spend their time, including delivering Meals on Wheels together. College sweethearts, the Lovetts have long believed
Ken and Polly met in college, fell in love, and are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary this year. Today, they volunteer together through Southern Maine Agency on Aging’s Meals on Wheels program, serving older adults in their Biddeford community while continuing a lifelong commitment
James, 75, lives alone in a rural area of Sanford, where transportation challenges and long stretches without company are part of everyday life. Diagnosed with spinal stenosis, James can no longer drive safely, and even short trips can be painful.
Explore our wide range of services designed to support aging individuals, adults with disabilities, and caregivers in Southern Maine.
Support SMAA in improving the
well-being of older adults. Your gift allows us to continue to respond to the growing needs of aging Mainers.
From being a Phone Pal, to delivering Meals on Wheels, to counseling clients on Medicare, there are plenty of ways for you to join us!
For 50 years, the Southern Maine Agency on Aging has been the focal point in Cumberland and York counties for resources, services, and information to empower older adults, adults with disabilities, and their caregivers to live to their fullest potential.
SMAA’s Adult Day Programs are geared toward older adults with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. We foster close personal relationships with and between members which stimulates the brain, effectively slowing down the memory loss process while combating depression and isolation.
Contact Nicole Garrity, ngarrity@smaaa.org or 207.396.6508 with questions about eligibility and enrollment and to schedule a tour.