From Balance Classes to Meal Deliveries: Karen’s Impact Across Southern York County
Karen began her volunteer journey with Southern Maine Agency on Aging in 2019. A former South Berwick resident and now
April 1, 2026
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John Holland: 15 Years Helping Older Mainers Make Sense of Medicare
John Holland will tell you he’s a planner. “I always have been.” After nearly 40 years in a demanding professional
April 1, 2026
Connection from Home: Paul’s Story
Southern Maine Agency on Aging’s Phone Pals program is a way Paul Gillis reaches people who might otherwise go days
April 1, 2026
Please Urge Your Legislators to Fund the Older Mainers Act, LD 814
As our volunteers, community ambassadors, supporters, and partners—your voice matters! The Maine Legislature is currently considering The Older Mainers Act,
March 23, 2026
Respite Care Companion Program: Volunteers offer companionship to Mainers facing memory issues
Southern Maine Agency on Aging’s Respite Care Companion Program was recently featured in the Portland Press Herald and the Maine
March 9, 2026
Nutrition Education: Celebrating National Nutrition Month
Celebrating National Nutrition Month During the month of March, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics promotes informed food choices, healthy
March 2, 2026
“Being Alone Is Like Being in Jail Without Bars”: Eleanor’s Story
Give today. “Being alone is like being in jail without bars.” That’s how Eleanor describes her life. She lives alone
February 26, 2026
Finding Support, Building Community: Lynda and Joan’s Story
When Southern Maine Agency on Aging opened its new Adult Day Program in Portland, Lynda saw an opportunity that felt
February 17, 2026
Celebrating Maine’s Older Adults: Highlights from the First-Ever Older Mainers Day
Maine is the oldest state in the nation by median age, with 23 percent of residents age 65 and older
February 4, 2026
Love at First Bite: Frank and Gaetane’s Story
Frank and Gaetane met 20 years ago at the 50+ Club in Biddeford, right across from Southern Maine Agency on Aging’s Biddeford
February 3, 2026