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1. Second Act: MSG Sponsors Public Access TV Show

   After watching hosts Brian Knoblock and Lesley MacVane interview artists, musicians, social activists and other people stretching the boundaries of the second half of their lives, we decided here at Maine Senior Guide that the stories told … Continue

2. StatesideLegal.com Provides Legal Information for Vets

   Pine Tree Legal Assistance of Maine and Arkansas Legal Services Partnership have worked together to launch a new website to help veterans and military families with legal problems. It’s a national website with a focus on federal … Continue

3. Gifts for Maine Seniors

   Wow, it’s a week before Christmas, and you’re still looking for a special gift for a senior? Here are a few suggestions for gifts for Maine seniors that might fit the bill: Check out your local garden … Continue

4. Maine Medicare Open Enrollment

   November 15 started the open enrollment period for seniors eligible to participate in Medicare (November 15 – December 31). There are many different supplental care plans offered, and it’s probably a good idea to review your needs … Continue

5. Maine Senior Guide: Pomegranates and MRSA

   Here in Maine, we mostly see pomegranates as a fall fruit and an addition to the Thanksgiving table. Of course, with their recent elevation as an anti-oxidant, you can find pomegranate juice and extract in lots of … Continue

6. Maine Vets Get Increased Psychiatric Services

   Togus, the Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center near Augusta, has unveiled a renovated  18,000 square foot ward that triples the space dedicated at Togus to psychiatric care. The ward, which has expanded from 16 to 24 beds, … Continue

7. Veterans Improved Pensions: Navigating the Application Process, Part II

   My previous post discussed the application process for veterans pensions. In this posting, I will be talking some more about the service requirements behind the VA Improved Pension.   But before I get to that, you cannot apply for … Continue