James, 75, lives alone in a rural area of Sanford, where transportation challenges and long stretches without company are part of everyday life. Diagnosed with spinal stenosis, James can no longer drive safely, and even short trips can be painful.
Before becoming a Southern Maine Agency on Aging Money Minders volunteer, Cheryl was a Tax-Aide counselor for ten years. During COVID, she was part of a small team of Tax-Aide volunteers offering pop-up, walk-in sessions to help community members with
In this month’s Nutrition Education article, SMAA Meals on Wheels Dietician, Elizabeth Varga, shares “Immunity Boosting Tips to Take You into the New Year.” As we head into the new year with the cold winter weather, you may be wondering
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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.
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