News & Media

New Portland Center Coming This Fall!

Southern Maine Agency on Aging is THRILLED to announce that we are busily working on a SMAA location in Portland, to be open to the public this fall! The Portland Center will mirror our Biddeford and Springvale location offerings, including

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Nutrition Education: Cooking for One or Two

In this month’s Nutrition Education article, SMAA Intern and UNE Dietetic Student, Kelly Chisholm, shares advice on “Cooking for One or Two: Make Every Meal Count.” Preparing meals just for yourself or one other person can feel like a challenge,

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Navigating Policy Changes

As our communities and clients continue to navigate a changing policy environment, I am so proud to see how SMAA’s mission and core values — client-centered, belonging, innovation, community-focused, impact-driven, and team-oriented — remain at the heart of everything we

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Check out our 2023-2024 Impact!

Our 2023-2024 Annual Report is here! Included are agency updates, volunteer and client quotes, financials, and a letter from our Chief Executive Officer, Megan Walton. Last year, Southern Maine Agency on Aging served 19,223 older adults, adults with disabilities, and

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Nutrition Education: Stay Hydrated this Spring

In this month’s Nutrition Education article, SMAA Intern and UNE Dietetic Student, Kelly Chisholm, shares advice on how to stay hydrated this spring! Stay Hydrated This Spring As the seasons change and the days become warmer, it’s important to stay

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Representatives from four of the Area Agencies on Aging across Maine met with AARP volunteers in Augusta to share more about what our agencies do, and how the Older Mainers Act would be impactful for our state. From left to right: Joy Barresi-Saucier, Aroostook Area Agency on Aging; Christopher Hill, Eastern Area Agency on Aging; Lindsay MacDonald, Spectrum Generations; Meredith Anderson, Southern Maine Agency on Aging

Submit Your Testimony!

The Older Mainers Act would bring critical early intervention and preventative care to thousands of Mainers statewide, allowing more Mainers to age in place in their communities. Please check out the attached documents for further details/statistics. The public hearing will

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The Power of Tai Chi

Check out this inspiring story from Agewell client, Roann, on her experience with SMAA’s Tai Chi classes. “In 2018, I suffered a head injury that resulted in cognitive issues, hindering my 40-year profession and my critical thinking during emergencies, leaving

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Open Door Conversation with Megan Walton

We encourage you to listen to Maine Trust for Local News’ impactful Open Door conversation with Megan Walton, CEO of the Southern Maine Agency on Aging. Their conversation about successful leadership styles, from communication and team building to strategic growth

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Nutrition Education: Nutrient-Dense Foods

For March’s Nutrition Education tip, SMAA Meals on Wheels Dietician, Elizabeth Varga, explains how to stay full with nutrient-dense foods this spring. What does nutrient-dense food mean? Nutrient dense foods are typically full of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients important

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5 Healthy Tips to Begin 2025

By: Elizabeth Varga, Meals on Wheels Registered Dietitian For many people, the new year is a time to set new goals and resolutions. Here are some tips and suggestions to keep in mind. Give yourself time to rest. Rest is

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Susan and Karen: Volunteer Mission Moment

This month’s mission moment comes from Money Minders volunteer, Susan Powell, and her client, Karen*. It’s a Friday afternoon in November and Susan and Karen are cozied up at a bright desk, smiling and chatting kindly to each other. From

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