As our volunteers, community ambassadors, supporters, and partners—your voice matters!
The Maine Legislature is currently considering The Older Mainers Act, LD 814, which funds programs and services provided by Maine’s Agencies on Aging. These programs help older adults stay safe, connected, and independent at home.
This bill has unanimous support from the Health and Human Services Committee and is now awaiting funding on the Appropriations table. Your outreach to legislators can help ensure these essential programs are fully funded.
Programs and Services Supported by LD 814:
- Meals on Wheels and other nutrition programs
- Friendly visitor and phone support programs to reduce social isolation
- Case management, information, and referral services
- Support for caregivers and other services that prevent crises
Here’s one example of the impact of these programs:
“I recently connected a Meals on Wheels client living in rural Maine with a Phone Pal volunteer. They said, ‘It would be very difficult to continue living alone without the meal delivery and social support I receive.’”
How You Can Help
Contact your legislators this week and ask them to fund The Older Mainers Act, LD 814:
Find Your Maine Legislators
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Share a personal story or connection to these programs. Your experience matters.
Even a short, personal message can make a huge difference. Together, we can ensure Maine’s older adults continue to receive the support they need to live safely and independently at home.
Sample Message to Legislators
Subject: Please Support The Older Mainers Act, LD 814
Dear [LEGISLATOR NAME],
My name is [YOUR NAME], and I live in [YOUR TOWN]. Thank you for your service to Maine and our communities.
I am writing to ask that you support The Older Mainers Act, LD 814, which funds programs and services provided by Maine’s Area Agencies on Aging that help older adults remain safe, connected, and independent at home.
These services, including Meals on Wheels, volunteer phone programs, case management, and caregiver supports, make a real difference.
[ADD A PERSONAL STORY HERE, OPTIONAL]
The bill has unanimous support from the Health and Human Services Committee and is now awaiting funding on the Appropriations table. Your support ensures older Mainers can live safely and with dignity while reducing pressure on hospitals and nursing homes.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
[YOUR NAME]
