During Older Americans Month, we recognize the experiences, contributions, and lasting impact of older adults in our communities, and the many ways they continue to champion their health through connection, purpose, and engagement. For many, one of those ways is
Bruce worked for 15 years as a shift supervisor at Milestone. During that time, he was part of a housing program he believed would carry him through retirement. But when he retired, that stability suddenly changed. The program didn’t adjust to his
Keep Your Eye on These Nutrients – Key Nutrients That Help Support Vision and Eye Health by Elizabeth Varga, MS, LD, RDN Nutrition and its relation to eye health may be commonly overlooked, especially if you have had normal eye
On the second and fourth Wednesday of every month, the energy at Southern Maine Agency on Aging’s Adult Day Program at its new Portland Center is unmistakable. That’s when a team of dedicated Unum employees pulls up a chair, joins
Karen began her volunteer journey with Southern Maine Agency on Aging in 2019. A former South Berwick resident and now living in Kittery, she understands Southern York County well, including the quiet, rural pockets that exist just beyond busy town
John Holland will tell you he’s a planner. “I always have been.” After nearly 40 years in a demanding professional career, he started thinking about what life after retirement might look like and how he wanted to spend his time.
Southern Maine Agency on Aging’s Phone Pals program is a way Paul Gillis reaches people who might otherwise go days without conversation. “Being a Phone Pal volunteer is a way that I can help people,” he said. “As we age,
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,
Southern Maine Agency on Aging’s Respite Care Companion Program was recently featured in the Portland Press Herald and the Maine Sunday Telegram by staff writer Gillian Graham. The program connects volunteers with older adults living with memory loss while providing
Celebrating National Nutrition Month During the month of March, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics promotes informed food choices, healthy eating patterns, and physical activity, often centered around a common theme. This March is all about Discovering the Power of
Give today. “Being alone is like being in jail without bars.” That’s how Eleanor describes her life. She lives alone in rural Acton. Because of serious health issues, she can no longer drive. There is no public transportation. No nearby
When Southern Maine Agency on Aging opened its new Adult Day Program in Portland, Lynda saw an opportunity that felt both familiar and hopeful. “The Adult Day Program at the Portland Center has been amazing for my mother, Joan,” Lynda
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 Dietitian, 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
