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
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
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
By: Elizabeth Varga, SMAA Meals on Wheels Dietician MyPlate is a great resource based on recommendations from the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. It’s an easy picture to guide you in creating a balanced meal that you can enjoy! A balanced
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: BIDDEFORD, ME (November 26, 2024) – Southern Maine Agency on Aging (SMAA), a nonprofit supporting older adults, adults with disabilities, and caregivers in York and Cumberland counties, has welcomed three new members to its Board of Directors.
Do you assist an older friend or family member with managing day-to-day needs, finances, homemaking, medications, or emotional support? Then you are a family caregiver. Caregiving can bring up an array of feelings and emotions. On good days you may
Help SMAA provide support for older Mainers like Jim and Kathy. On a warm October afternoon, Jim reflects on life with his wife, Kathy, who is a member at Southern Maine Agency on Aging’s (SMAA) Adult Day Program. “We met
By: Elizabeth Varga, SMAA Meals on Wheels Dietician A common misconception is that all canned foods are bad. This comes from the idea that they contain too much salt or don’t have many nutrients after processing. This isn’t necessarily the
SMAA’s new Springvale location at the Anderson Learning Center is officially open! Here are some program highlights. We are accepting members at our Adult Day Program geared toward individuals with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. The stimulating activities and environment help
Last month, SMAA honored Kerri Berman as our Volunteer of the Year. Her speech touched all of our hearts, and we wanted it to reach all of yours as well. Good morning. I’m thrilled to be here, so grateful to
Thanks to a generous grant from the I’m Still Here Foundation, Southern Maine Agency on Aging will be pioneering a rock-climbing program for older adults living with dementia and their caregivers. By embracing adventure and exploration, adaptive rock climbing offers
By: Elizabeth Varga, Meals on Wheels Dietician As we head into the fall and winter months, there are a few nutrients that we are naturally more likely to be deficient in, including Vitamin D, Vitamin C, Calcium, B Vitamins, Iron,
As part of the AgeWise Maine Initiative, Southern Maine Agency on Aging wants to make it easy for every Mainer to get their annual COVID-19 and Flu vaccines, particularly individuals who are 60+ or living with a disability. In partnership
At the annual Charting the Future Luncheon on Friday, September 20 at Holiday Inn by the Bay in Portland, Southern Maine Agency on Aging (SMAA) celebrated the growth of its programs over the last year and its goals to reach
Open enrollment for Medicare happens every year from October 15-December 7. During this time, everyone is encouraged to review their plan for the following year and make any changes if needed. Medicare Advantage plans and prescription plans with original Medicare
