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When Khmer Maine began partnering with Southern Maine Agency on Aging, the goal was clear: to support Cambodian American and Southeast Asian elders in York and Cumberland counties in culturally meaningful ways. What began as a collaboration has grown into

At its Charting the Future event on Friday, September 5, at the Hilton Garden Inn in Freeport, the Southern Maine Agency on Aging proudly presented Herb Janick with its 2025 Volunteer of the Year award, recognizing his extraordinary dedication to

Last Friday, Southern Maine Agency on Aging had the joy of hosting our annual Charting the Future event! This year’s theme – Shining a Light on Social Connection – was inspired by our North Star goal: ensuring that by 2035,

In this month’s Nutrition Education article, SMAA Meals on Wheels Dietitian, Elizabeth Varga, shares how to “Get a Handle on Serving Sizes!” Ever wonder how much you should have of a certain food but don’t have the means to measure

This week on Maine Calling, Southern Maine Aging on Aging CEO, Megan Walton, joined Jennifer Rooks in a powerful discussion on the prevalence of Parkinson’s disease. Parkinson’s disease is a neurological condition that leads to declining movement, memory and other

We at Southern Maine Agency on Aging are so honored to announce that we have been recognized as one of the 2025 Best Places to Work in Maine, for a second year in a row!  This achievement is a testament

Southern Maine Agency on Aging is thrilled to announce that its Housing Connections pilot program received a USAging 2025 Aging Innovations Award, one of the highest honors presented by USAging to its members. Housing Connections, which helps older adults stay

In this month’s Nutrition Education article, SMAA Meals on Wheels Dietitian, Elizabeth Varga, shares a “Quick Guide to Common Nutrition Terms on Food Packaging” When thinking about food and nutrition labels, the nutrition facts label on the back of packaging

We are so excited to invite our partners, volunteers, and community members to our annual Charting the Future Event! This year’s theme is Shining a Light on Social Connection and is inspired by our strategic plan and North Star goal of finding

Maine’s population is aging rapidly – and the demand for affordable senior housing is outpacing supply. At Southern Maine Agency on Aging, we see the strain firsthand. Rising costs, longer life expectancy, and limited housing options are forcing more older

In this month’s Nutrition Education article, SMAA Meals on Wheels Dietitian, Elizabeth Varga, shares information on “High Protein Snack Ideas for Everyday.” High protein snacks increase satiety, allowing you to feel fuller throughout the day. In addition to protein, most

This spring, longtime Southern Maine Agency on Aging Meals on Wheels volunteer, Len, placed a week’s worth of individualized meals, plus some fruit and milk on Henry’s counter. Then he walked over to a little table with an overhead light where Henry

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