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
Explore our wide range of services designed to support aging individuals, adults with disabilities, and caregivers in Southern Maine.
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well-being of older adults. Your gift allows us to continue to respond to the growing needs of aging Mainers.
From being a Phone Pal, to delivering Meals on Wheels, to counseling clients on Medicare, there are plenty of ways for you to join us!
For 50 years, the Southern Maine Agency on Aging has been the focal point in Cumberland and York counties for resources, services, and information to empower older adults, adults with disabilities, and their caregivers to live to their fullest potential.
SMAA’s Adult Day Programs are geared toward older adults with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. We foster close personal relationships with and between members which stimulates the brain, effectively slowing down the memory loss process while combating depression and isolation.
Contact Leah D’Amour, ldamour@smaaa.org or 207.396.6552 with questions about eligibility and enrollment and to schedule a tour.
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