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1. Senior Fitness: A Key to Healthy Aging

   We’ve all heard it before: Staying active is one of the keys to healthy aging. Those of us without health or mobility issues have many options for senior fitness. We walk the mall with a friend, swim … Continue

2. IRS Scam is latest senior scam: Avoid & report!

   An IRS scam that targets seniors and others is the latest, says the IRS. This IRS scam targets people across the nation, including recent immigrants. Callers claiming to be from the IRS tell intended victims they owe taxes and … Continue

3. gluten free dessert: happy holiday cooking!

   Ah, holidays. If you’re on a gluten free diet, finding the best gluten free dessert can be a great gift!  Many seniors still enjoy time in the kitchen, and these gluten free dessert receipes are easy to … Continue

4. CHANS Flu Clinics

   CHANS flue clinics for November 2013 Curtis Memorial Library 23 Pleasant St.,Brunswick Tuesday, Nov. 5, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.   Richmond Town Hall 26 Gardiner St.,Richmond Thursday, Nov. 14, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.   RSU … Continue

5. Suddenly Single: Financial Do’s & Don’ts After An Unexpected Loss

   Suddenly single Baby Boomers who experience the loss of their spouse are often faced with two significant challenges. First and foremost: grieving. They must deal with the devastating loss of a spouse. Second: financial decisions – some … Continue

6. Reducing Antipsychotic Drugs: Durgin Pines Receives Award

   Reducing antipsychotic drug use and eliminating alarms won Durgin Pines in Kittery  a 2013 Celebrating Excellence in Innovation Award, sponsored by the Maine Health Care Association (MHCA). The Kittery Long-Term Care facility is also due to receive … Continue

7. Downsizing: The Many Upsides to Downsizing

   The word downsizing comes with a highly negative connotation. In reality, it should be called smartsizing or rightsizing! What could be smarter than living efficiently in a dwelling that fits your lifestyle and family’s needs perfectly? Close … Continue