Seniors

5 years ago

Agency on Aging hosts virtual annual meeting

For the first time in its 47-year history, Aroostook Agency on Aging’s annual Meeting was conducted virtually Monday under the direction of Rev. Dr. Ken Phelps, president of the board. 

12 years ago

Matter of Balance

ars have commented that they do not exercise due to the fear of falling.

12 years ago

Fort seniors invited to dinner

The Fort Fairfield Rotary Club, Knights of Columbus and VFW, together with other local service organizations and businesses, are once again coming together to provide a free Seniors Community Thanksgiving Day Dinner.

12 years ago

Seniors targeted in recent scams

    Senior citizens are vulnerable to scams and frauds aimed at them.
    A new toll-free hotline has been set up to help those who may feel they are victims.

13 years ago

Aging Well Living Well EXPO to be held at UMPI

The Aroostook Agency on Aging will present the Aging Well Living Well EXPO at the University of Maine at Presque Isle on Saturday, June 1, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The agency is partnering with the United Way of Aroostook, AARP, WAGM-TV, UMPI and SAGE (Seniors Achieving Greater Education) on the event, which also serves as a celebration of SAGE’s 15th anniversary.

13 years ago

Senior exercisers dress up for holiday

During the diabetes group exercise class held at the Wellness Center on Oct. 31, the usual workout gear was tossed aside in lieu of a comfortable costume in celebration of Halloween.

15 years ago

Medicare enrollment help available; deadline is Dec. 31

Compare, be aware of changes and consumer beware is the best advice for those on Medicare as they try and navigate Medicare’s “enrollment season” for Medicare, Medicare Part D drug coverage and Medicare Advantage plans.

18 years ago

Seniors learn about healthy eating

The Sherman area Senior Citizens Club met at the gym for a potluck lunch followed by an informative talk by University of Maine Cooperative Extension representative Linda Trickey about healthy eating.

18 years ago

Salute To Seniors

For Hazen Gartley, 90, of Houlton, there is one thing very special to him … family.