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2-1-1 Maine

A comprehensive statewide directory of over 8,000 health and human services available in Maine. The toll free 2-1-1 hotline connects callers to trained call specialists who can help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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AARP caregiving resource center

Blogs, “ask an expert” advice, and support lines for adults managing the care of older loved ones.

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Adult Day Services directory

A statewide listing of adult day services, which offer social activities for seniors and respite for caregivers. Many are tailored to Alzheimer’s and dementia patients.

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Bus Transit Services in Maine

Site includes links to ADA transit services, charter buses, demand response buses, fixed route buses and intercity buses. Also: MaineDot Transit Toolkit and Maine Transit Directory (see pdfs on page).

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EIM Care Coordination

A service of Seniors Plus, EIM is a statewide coordinator of in-home care services, including social workers, physical therapists, and licensed nurses.

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Phone: 1-888-234-3920
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Elder Abuse Institute of Maine

Offers helplines and transitional housing for victims of elder abuse.

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Phone: 1-888-819-3666
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Geriatrics and Extended Care Services at VA Togus

Programs include geriatric and geropsychiatric consultations, geriatrics evaluation and management and a special care dementia unit.

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Phone: 623-8411 Ext. 4453

Healthy Maine Partnerships

The Healthy Maine Partnerships are programs and organizations dedicated to promoting health all over Maine. Their website contains information and tips about nutrition and some chronic conditions, such as diabetes, heart disease and cancer.

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Home Care & Hospice Alliance of Maine

A non-profit trade association whose members include home health care providers, hospice providers and other health care organizations.

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Hospice locator

This site will locate hospice/palliative care providers. You look for a specific organization or just enter your ZIP code. Refine the search by requesting certain services (inpatient, grief counseling).

The site is sponsored by the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization.

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Maine Community Action Association

There are 10 regional Community Action Programs statewide that provide heating assistance, discounted telephone service, and limited transportation services for low-income households.

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Maine Food Supplement Program guide

The Food Supplement Program (formerly food stamps) assists income-eligible households — including seniors — with grocery expenses.

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Maine Gerontological Society

A statewide public policy advocacy association focused on issues that affect older adults in the state of Maine.

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Phone: 602-2453
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Maine Hospice Council & Center for End-of-Life Care

The Council provides education and technical assistance regarding end-of-life care, as well as advocacy for terminally ill and bereaved persons.

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Maine Office of Aging & Disability Services

State agency of the Department of Health and Human Services that promotes programs and services for older adults, their families and for people with disabilities. Aging Services is responsible for Adult Protective Services, Home and Community Based Care, Community Services and Resource Development.

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Location: Augusta
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Maine Senior FarmShare Program

Provides income-eligible seniors with a $50 FarmShare credit for fresh produce from Maine farms during the peak growing season.

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Phone: 1-877-353-3771
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Maine Senior Games

Athletic events for adults aged 50+. Events include road running, bowling, basketball, cycling, golf, tennis, and swimming. Most events take place in Cumberland or York Counties.

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Phone: 1-800-427-7411, ext. 519
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Maine State Housing Authority Energy Assistance

Heating fuel assistance, electric bill assistance, and home weatherization programs for low-income households.

Phone: (800) 452-4668 • (207) 626-4600
Location: 353 Water St., Augusta
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Maine State In-Home Care Services

The Department of Health and Human Services offers several programs that provide supportive services to elderly and disabled adults in order to avoid or delay nursing home placement. In-home services are funded either through MaineCare or through state funds.

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MaineCare and Medicare resources

Trained counselors offer free advice to help seniors and disabled adults navigate their Medicare and MaineCare benefits.

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Phone: 1-800-262-2232
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Multimedia: Mastery of Aging Well class

An online course in five modules presented by Oregon State University and AARP. Topics include memory, depression, medication and exercise later in life. Each module has a presentation (without audio), study questions and an action plan to download and follow.

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Multimedia: Mastery of Aging Well Class

An online seminar from Oregon State University and AARP on nutrition and how it affects the aging process.

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National Council on Aging

National advocacy group offers “7 Common Questions (and Answers!) about Medicare.”

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National Council on Aging

National advocacy groups offers a variety of resources that promote healthy lives for older adults.

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National Safety Council

The National Safety Council provides tips for helping older adults avoid falls.

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Savvy Caregiver courses

Administered by the regional Agencies on Aging, the Savvy Caregiver program is a 12 hour evidence-based training program that helps caregivers take care of family members or friends with dementia who are living at home.

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Phone: 1-877-ELDERS1
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State of Maine Adult Protective Services

Provides and coordinates services for incapacitated and dependent adults, including seniors. Confidential reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation can be submitted via toll-free number (1-800-624-8404) or TTY by dialing 711.

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Phone: 1-800-624-8404
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State of Maine fitness and wellness programs

Programs in chronic disease management, fitness programs, and balance programs to promote healthy activity for people aged 60 and older.

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State of Maine food assistance programs

Maine’s Department of Agriculture, Food and Rural Resources operates the Commodity Supplemental Food Program, focused on providing nutritious foods to income-eligible seniors through food banks and the regional Agencies on Aging. Also oversees the “Hunters for the Hungry” program, which supplies game meat to food pantries and households with special medical needs.

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The Opportunity Alliance

Offers home heating assistance, weatherization services, and zero-interest emergency home repair loans for income-eligible households and individuals.

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Phone: 523-5049
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