SMP (Senior Medicare Patrol) is a program whose mission is to educate Medicare beneficiaries, their families and caregivers about Medicare benefits and to empower them to prevent, detect and report health care fraud, errors and abuse. Through a partnership with the Maine Department of Health and Human Services-Office of Aging and Disability Services, the Area … Read More
Are you having a difficult time getting your bills paid on time? Do you need help balancing your checkbook? Could you use assistance in setting up a budget? Eastern Area Agency on Aging’s Money Minders program matches trained, insured, volunteers with consumers needing assistance in establishing a monthly budget, paying bills and reviewing monthly statements … Read More
The Commodity Supplemental Food Program works to improve the health of low-income elderly persons, at least 60 years of age, by supplementing their diets with nutritious USDA foods. These monthly food packages include a variety of items such as: non-fat dry and ultra pasteurized milk, juice, Farina, canned meat/poultry or fish, oats/ready-to-eat cereal, rice or … Read More
The guidelines for becoming a Doorstep Dining customer are: You must be on an established delivery route OR be willing to pick-up the meals at one of our several locations The meals are $6.25 for regular meals and specialty meals (pureed, vegetarian, gluten free, etc.) are $8. There is a minimum order of (5) meals … Read More
The criteria for receiving Meals on Wheels: Must be 60 years of age or older, be homebound and unable to leave their house without assistance Must be unable to prepare a meal and have no one available to prepare a meal Available on short or long term basis, depending on need SAMPLE MENU REQUEST MORE … Read More
Our Community Cafes are reopening! Check here often for updates regarding a community Cafe’ opening near you! Community Cafe sites are more than just a place to go to enjoy delicious meals. Many dining sites have games and music to make the day fun. People come to the dining sites to socialize with others and … Read More
The Elizabeth West Transportation program is made possible through a generous endowment from Elizabeth West. Thanks to the endowment, Eastern Area Agency on Aging purchased a handicap accessible passenger van and added transportation to their wide array of services. The purpose of the program is to provide transportation for individuals to and from medical appointments. … Read More
VDC is a self-directed home care support program for Veterans. VDC is designed to assist a Veteran in directing services and supports while they continue to live in their own home. The program is provided in collaboration with the US Department of Veterans’ Affairs and Togus VA Medical Center. To be eligible for VDC a … Read More
Fear of falling can keep Older Adults from being as active as they would like to be, which reduces muscle strength and can actuallyincrease the risk of falls. Add to that the inevitable feelings of isolation and possible depression due to “being stuck in the house” and a Older adult’s quality of life suffers. Matter … Read More
Tai Chi is an enjoyable exercise that can improve balance, relieve pain, and improve health and ability to do things. It is a slow exercise. It is easy to learn and good for all ability levels. The essential principles of Tai Chi include mind and body integration, fluid movements, controlled breathing and mental concentration. Tai … Read More