Maine Office of Securities and AARP fight fraud
What scams are out there? What are the signs of fraud? What scams are showing up in Maine and how can you best protect yourself from becoming a victim? These questions and more will be answered by the Maine Office of Securities and AARP.
 
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Chained CPI
A budget proposal, called the "chained CPI," would cut Social Security and other benefits for seniors and veterans. The chained CPI would change the way the cost-of-living adjustment is calculated, reducing benefit amounts every year.
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See the world!
Ever dream of seeing the British Landscape or Portugal and its Islands? Collette Vacations’ tour package is comprehensive, affordable and comfortable. Seniors who book through Eastern Area Agency on Aging get special benefits. Find out how!
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Step by Step, a program to reduce the risk of falls
Seniors who fall may have a hard time rehabilitating. Step by Step is a program that reduces the risk for falling by providing falls-risk assessments, balance classes and weight training to build muscle. In-home help is also available.
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The Importance of Activities in Senior Housing
Two professional activity directors discuss how they choose enjoyable activities for their housing facilities and the impact activities have on residents. They give tips on what to look for in activities when researching senior housing.
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AARP addresses Senior Hunger
State Director, Lori Parham, discusses the problem of senior hunger in Maine. Maine is #1 in New England for food insecurity. There are answers to this problem and Lori speaks to each one: from food pantries to food stamps and volunteerism.
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Coming to you from the Senior Health and Safety Fair
The Senior Health and Safety Fair was abuzz with seniors and others visiting vendors and getting screenings. Guests are Winterberry Heights, Sheriff’s Office, AARP and the Old Town Fire Dept. There was a big crowd and a festive atmosphere.
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Senior Health and Safety Fair preview
The Senior Health and Safety Fair, Oct. 25, will have varied health screenings and safety information including the Hazard House from the Old Town Fire Department. Med D help and flu shots available. Drop off expired meds in the Triad box.
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You’ve Earned A Say Update
AARP wants everyone’s voices to be heard on Medicare and Social Security. They are tabulating surveys from last spring and distributing the updated surveys, the results of which will be given to lawmakers. Lori Parham for AARP explains.
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Outsmart Investment Fraud
Seniors are at risk for financial exploitation at alarming rates. Boomers nearing retirement age are vulnerable because scammers promise to increase retirement funds but in reality wipe them out. This seminar can help you protect yourself.
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Wellness Coach helps find happiness
Feeling happy is important but sometimes we just aren't. Sometimes things just aren't working right. Wellness coaching can help. Coaching is based on incremental change, change that is possible when it is designed right for the individual.
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Walk to End Alzheimer’s
The Walk to End Alzheimer’s raises money for the Alzheimer’s Association while also raising awareness of the disease. Walkers do a three mile loop, carry Promise Flowers, with written personal messages and pay tribute to their loved ones.
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What is Northern New England Poison Control Center?
The Northern New England Poison Center is a full service agency that provides 24 hour live assistance by staff nurses on a variety of matters: medication mistakes, interactions, poisons, chemical exposures, education and much more.
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Disaster preparedness
You never know when a weather emergency will strike. Being prepared is the best defense. The Maine Emergency Management Agency has tips and tool on ways to weather the storm and suggestions on items for an emergency prep kit and pet care.
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Mail order medications with I-Care Pharmacy
The I-Care Pharmacy is based in Aroostook County but mails prescriptions statewide. It is easy to get medications by mail and avoid having to go to the pharmacy. Terry Greenier, owner of I-Care, explains how easy it is to shop with them.
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Refresh your driving skills with AARP
AARP’s Driver Safety course is a way for people to brush up on their driving skills. Adult children often have to start the discussion with parents on when to stop driving. AARP has the answers on how to start that conversation.
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“Then Sings My Song”
Jennifer Weisheit has worked in nursing homes for decades and through that work found her calling. She wrote, “Then Sings my Song: How I Found God in a Nursing Home” which tells stories of the most inspiring residents and their journeys.
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Caring for your veins
Dr. Cindy Asbjournsen, founder of the Vein Healthcare Center, discusses vein health and the latest treatments for vain problems treatments available. She describes symptoms of the most common vein disorders and offers viable solutions.
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Elder Abuse
There are 14,000 estimated cases of elder abuse in Maine each year, most of which go unreported. Jessica Maurer, executive director of the M4A, will discuss what is being done about this problem and how to spot signs of abuse in seniors.
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“Live” from Senior Expo
With 90 vendors and screenings all day, Senior Expo was very busy. Sponsors and vendors explain why they’re involved with the Expo and describe the events of the day. Senior Talk was taped at the Expo which gives a snapshot of the fun!
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Senior Expo Preview
The Senior Expo has a variety of vendors offering a multitude of services, products and program. The Triad Drug Drop-Off Box will be there to take expired meds and screenings will be held all day. Senior Expo, May 18. Free admission.
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Seniors and Hunger in Maine
In ME, 6.92% of people over age 50 are threatened by hunger. AARP, United Way of Eastern ME, the National Assoc. of Letter Carriers and the US Postal Service will team up for the Stamp Out Hunger, the nation’s largest single-day food drive.
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Low Vision: What can help? - CHCS
An occupational therapist from Community Health and Counseling Services discusses ways in which people with low-vision can remain independent and in their own homes longer. From compensation exercises to gadgets, help is available.
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Senior Health Clean Sweep
Amy Cotton, nurse practitioner and senior wellness expert shares tips for seniors to do spring cleaning including disposing of expired meds and clearing pathways inside while watching out for frost heaves outside which can cause a fall.
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Breast Cancer Facts
Description: Robin Long from Caring Connections, and 38 year survivor, Betty Ellison, discuss breast cancer, early screenings, support groups and fundraising. Betty shares her story of hope and invites everyone to attend the High Tea fundraiser.
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AARP: Who are they?
AARP was founded by one woman seeking to help her friend who, after retiring, began living in deplorable conditions because she didn’t have health insurance. AARP continues the fight today, to ensure all American seniors are treated fairly.
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Affordable Care Act
Preventive benefits, wellness visits and closing of the donut hole are what seniors will benefit from due to the Affordable Care Act. To counteract Medicare fraud, new systems have been put in place to catch criminals defrauding Medicare.
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You’ve Earned a Say
AARP launched a new initiative to ensure that the voices of American people are heard in Washington with regard to Social Security and Medicare. AARP is distributing questionnaires with the goal of collecting millions to take to lawmakers.
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