en-us No 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! 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! Wed, 10 Apr 2013 15:16:00 EDT 23:00 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. 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. Wed, 10 Apr 2013 15:10:00 EDT 23:00 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. 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. Wed, 10 Apr 2013 15:06:00 EDT 23:00 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. 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. Wed, 10 Apr 2013 14:55:00 EDT 23:00 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. 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. Wed, 10 Apr 2013 14:44:00 EDT 23:00 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. 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. Wed, 19 Dec 2012 17:20:00 EST 23:00 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. 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. Tue, 27 Nov 2012 10:44:00 EST 23:00 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. 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. Tue, 27 Nov 2012 10:42:00 EST 23:00 Martin’s Point is unique, providing both health care services and health insurance plans. They promise to treating each patient with warmth, care, and concern while instilling the importance of having a good relationship with a physician. Martin’s Point is unique, providing both health care services and health insurance plans. They promise to treating each patient with warmth, care, and concern while instilling the importance of having a good relationship with a physician. Tue, 27 Nov 2012 10:40:00 EST 23:00 Martin’s Point Health Care is leading the way to provide better care at lower costs in the communities it serves. It is a not-for-profit organization, whose primary mission is helping patients and health plan members live healthier lives. Martin’s Point Health Care is leading the way to provide better care at lower costs in the communities it serves. It is a not-for-profit organization, whose primary mission is helping patients and health plan members live healthier lives. Tue, 27 Nov 2012 10:34:00 EST 23:00 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. 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. Mon, 15 Oct 2012 10:04:00 EDT 23:00 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. 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. Mon, 15 Oct 2012 10:01:00 EDT 23:00 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. 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. Mon, 15 Oct 2012 09:51:00 EDT 23:00 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. 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. Mon, 15 Oct 2012 09:48:00 EDT 23:00 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. 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. Mon, 15 Oct 2012 09:36:00 EDT 23:00 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. 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. Fri, 17 Aug 2012 11:00:00 EDT 23:00 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. 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. Fri, 6 Jul 2012 13:39:00 EDT 23:00 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. 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. Fri, 6 Jul 2012 13:38:00 EDT 23:00 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. 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. Fri, 6 Jul 2012 11:04:00 EDT 23:00 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. 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. Fri, 6 Jul 2012 11:02:00 EDT 23:00 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. 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. Fri, 6 Jul 2012 10:56:00 EDT 23:00 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! 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! Fri, 6 Jul 2012 09:39:00 EDT 25:00 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. 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. Tue, 15 May 2012 11:17:00 EDT 23:00 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. 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. Tue, 15 May 2012 11:08:00 EDT 23:00 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. 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. Tue, 15 May 2012 11:05:00 EDT 23:00 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. 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. Tue, 15 May 2012 11:00:00 EDT 23:00 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. 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. Sat, 14 Apr 2012 17:23:00 EDT 23:00 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. 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. Sat, 7 Apr 2012 17:16:00 EDT 23:00 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. 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. Mon, 2 Apr 2012 17:11:00 EDT 23:00 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. 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. Mon, 2 Apr 2012 17:07:00 EDT 23:00 Reading can improve lives. Some seniors don’t have good reading skills yet are unsure how to get help. Literacy Volunteers helps them begin reading or improve their reading. A volunteer discusses the joy she gets from volunteering. Reading can improve lives. Some seniors don’t have good reading skills yet are unsure how to get help. Literacy Volunteers helps them begin reading or improve their reading. A volunteer discusses the joy she gets from volunteering. Mon, 2 Apr 2012 17:01:00 EDT 23:00 Seniors are a wealth of information and good advice. Lee-Ann Szelog, speaker and trainer on human relations, discusses the joy of seniors sharing their knowledge with other generations. This legacy can be passed down through lifetimes. Seniors are a wealth of information and good advice. Lee-Ann Szelog, speaker and trainer on human relations, discusses the joy of seniors sharing their knowledge with other generations. This legacy can be passed down through lifetimes. Mon, 2 Apr 2012 16:58:00 EDT 23:00 Valerie Sauda, R.N. with Rosscare discusses senior health including falls risks and driving problems. Seniors can live productive and healthy lives with a little forethought with regard to their health and wellness. Valerie Sauda, R.N. with Rosscare discusses senior health including falls risks and driving problems. Seniors can live productive and healthy lives with a little forethought with regard to their health and wellness. Mon, 2 Apr 2012 16:55:00 EDT 23:00 Up until 1980, service women were deemed “auxiliary” not veterans. Times have changed and now women are eligible for the same services that men enjoy. If you have served in the armed forces or know a woman who has, don’t miss this show. Up until 1980, service women were deemed “auxiliary” not veterans. Times have changed and now women are eligible for the same services that men enjoy. If you have served in the armed forces or know a woman who has, don’t miss this show. Fri, 24 Feb 2012 13:50:00 EST 23:00 Medicare offers numerous preventive health benefits and screenings to Medicare beneficiaries. Dyan Walsh, community services director at Eastern Area Agency on Aging explains the screenings and the importance of taking advantage of them. Medicare offers numerous preventive health benefits and screenings to Medicare beneficiaries. Dyan Walsh, community services director at Eastern Area Agency on Aging explains the screenings and the importance of taking advantage of them. Fri, 24 Feb 2012 13:35:00 EST 23:00 Heart disease is the number one killer of both men and women but the symptoms of a cardiac event can be very different for each group. Laurie LeBlanc, RN, with Gentiva, discussed how to keep your heart health and when to call 911. Heart disease is the number one killer of both men and women but the symptoms of a cardiac event can be very different for each group. Laurie LeBlanc, RN, with Gentiva, discussed how to keep your heart health and when to call 911. Fri, 24 Feb 2012 11:47:00 EST 23:00 Caring for elder loved ones can be challenging. Learn more about providing care and how important a case manager can be for the family. From navigating the healthcare system to locating the best long-term facility, a case manager can help. Caring for elder loved ones can be challenging. Learn more about providing care and how important a case manager can be for the family. From navigating the healthcare system to locating the best long-term facility, a case manager can help. Fri, 24 Feb 2012 11:37:00 EST 23:00 The Pay it Forward concept says that if you do something nice for a person, that person will do a good deed for someone else. The concept snowballs making a better community for all. Everyone has something they can do for someone else. The Pay it Forward concept says that if you do something nice for a person, that person will do a good deed for someone else. The concept snowballs making a better community for all. Everyone has something they can do for someone else. Sat, 21 Jan 2012 11:25:00 EST 23:00 It’s hard to believe but hundreds of Maine seniors go to bed hungry by the month’s end. Or they eat a bowl of soup with crackers until the next check comes and they can get some groceries. AARP did a study to learn more about this problem. It’s hard to believe but hundreds of Maine seniors go to bed hungry by the month’s end. Or they eat a bowl of soup with crackers until the next check comes and they can get some groceries. AARP did a study to learn more about this problem. Mon, 7 Nov 2011 14:17:00 EST 23:00 Jim Fernald from Brookings-Smith discusses the various benefits that veterans are eligible for when making funeral arrangements. From military honors to cemeteries, this show tells has all the details a veteran would need. Jim Fernald from Brookings-Smith discusses the various benefits that veterans are eligible for when making funeral arrangements. From military honors to cemeteries, this show tells has all the details a veteran would need. Thu, 20 Oct 2011 16:17:00 EDT 23:00 Susan Hall Dreher talks about the Sexual Assault Support Services of Midcoast Maine’s services which include support for victims, advocacy and education. They improve awareness of sexual violence and help with risk reduction. Susan Hall Dreher talks about the Sexual Assault Support Services of Midcoast Maine’s services which include support for victims, advocacy and education. They improve awareness of sexual violence and help with risk reduction. Thu, 13 Oct 2011 13:44:00 EDT 23:00 The Consumer University will be held Oct. 15, at Spectacular Event Center. This seminar will teach you what to look for when thinking about investing. You’ll learn what questions to ask such as: is your firm registered with the SEC? The Consumer University will be held Oct. 15, at Spectacular Event Center. This seminar will teach you what to look for when thinking about investing. You’ll learn what questions to ask such as: is your firm registered with the SEC? Thu, 13 Oct 2011 13:40:00 EDT 23:00 The Senior Medicare Patrol program educates seniors on how to spot errors, fraud and abuse in the Medicare program, which ultimately costs the government 60 billion dollars a year. Watch your explanation of benefits statements carefully. The Senior Medicare Patrol program educates seniors on how to spot errors, fraud and abuse in the Medicare program, which ultimately costs the government 60 billion dollars a year. Watch your explanation of benefits statements carefully. Thu, 13 Oct 2011 13:33:00 EDT 23:00 The Bangor Walk to End Alzheimer’s is Saturday, Oct. 1, 2011, stepping off at the Hollywood Slots raceway at Bass Park. This three-mile walk is one of 13 in the state and raises money every year in an effort to end Alzheimer’s. The Bangor Walk to End Alzheimer’s is Saturday, Oct. 1, 2011, stepping off at the Hollywood Slots raceway at Bass Park. This three-mile walk is one of 13 in the state and raises money every year in an effort to end Alzheimer’s. Fri, 16 Sep 2011 10:51:00 EDT 23:00 The Sylvia Ross Home in Bangor has some subsidies for middle-income seniors. These beautiful, spacious assisted living apartments provide safety while staff provides a variety of services to help residents with their daily lives. The Sylvia Ross Home in Bangor has some subsidies for middle-income seniors. These beautiful, spacious assisted living apartments provide safety while staff provides a variety of services to help residents with their daily lives. Thu, 1 Sep 2011 23:35:00 EDT 23:00 Rehabilitation can be difficult in the best of circumstances but for people with dementia it can be particularly challenging as the mode of communication needs to change. Westgate Manor staff discusses rehab in Alzheimer’s patients Rehabilitation can be difficult in the best of circumstances but for people with dementia it can be particularly challenging as the mode of communication needs to change. Westgate Manor staff discusses rehab in Alzheimer’s patients Thu, 1 Sep 2011 23:26:00 EDT 23:00 Energy costs are high, no doubt about it, but there are some tips and tricks that can make it a little easier to look at the monthly bill. Susan Faloon from Bangor Hydro shares ways to save money you your electric costs. Energy costs are high, no doubt about it, but there are some tips and tricks that can make it a little easier to look at the monthly bill. Susan Faloon from Bangor Hydro shares ways to save money you your electric costs. Sun, 14 Aug 2011 16:18:00 EDT 23:00 The M4A is an organization that works with and represents the five local area agencies on aging at the state government level and ensures that the AAAs are a cohesive unit in their quests to improve the quality of life for Maine seniors. The M4A is an organization that works with and represents the five local area agencies on aging at the state government level and ensures that the AAAs are a cohesive unit in their quests to improve the quality of life for Maine seniors. Fri, 22 Jul 2011 07:10:00 EDT 23:00 CMS Boston Regional Administrator Jaye Weisman discusses the new health care law that helps people with pre-existing conditions. She also discusses Medicare fraud. The CMS is asking seniors to help them spot, report and prevent fraud. CMS Boston Regional Administrator Jaye Weisman discusses the new health care law that helps people with pre-existing conditions. She also discusses Medicare fraud. The CMS is asking seniors to help them spot, report and prevent fraud. Fri, 22 Jul 2011 07:05:00 EDT 23:00 There’re an estimated 14,000 elder abuse cases in Maine. In about 84 percent of the cases the abuser is a spouse, extended family member or non-family caregiver. Most cases go unreported. Learn about resources and how to report elder abuse. There’re an estimated 14,000 elder abuse cases in Maine. In about 84 percent of the cases the abuser is a spouse, extended family member or non-family caregiver. Most cases go unreported. Learn about resources and how to report elder abuse. Fri, 22 Jul 2011 06:59:00 EDT 23:00