Health and Wellness

1. Maine Pets: Lots of Therapeutic Benefits

   HOW CARING FOR A PET CAN MAKE YOU HAPPIER AND HEALTHIER Professionally trained helper animals—such as guide dogs for the blind—offer obvious benefits to us human folk. However, the average domestic pet, such as a dog, cat, … Continue

2. Senior nutrition: Tips for creating a well-balanced diet

   Thinking of trading a tired eating regime for a nutrient-dense menu? Good for you! It’s easy and delicious. Avoid skipping meals – This causes your metabolism to slow down, which leads to feeling sluggish and poorer choices … Continue

3. Young at Heart

   Young @ Heart, an internationally-famous group of singing seniors, made its first Maine appearance in March 2011 at Merrill Auditorium in Portland. The rocking choral group hails from Northampton, Mass. Formed in 1982, over the years they’ve collaborated nationally and internationally with … Continue

4. VA Clinic Opens In Portland

   The Department of Veterans Affairs has opened a new clinic at 144 Fore St. in Portland. The clinic offers primary care and laboratory services as well as an in-home primary care team. In June, the name of veterans … Continue

5. Senior Driving Expo

   AAA  and Spectrum Generations will host a senior driving expo Friday, August 19, 2011, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Muskie Community Center, 38 Gold Street in Waterville. Multiple vendors, including the Bureau of Motor Vehicles … Continue

6. ICD Support: Eat Healthy

   “Eating Healthy on a Budget” will be the topic of a presentation set for the August 18 meeting of the Central and Western Maine ICD Support Group, held at Central Maine Medical Center. Registered dietitian Meg Ploss … Continue

7. Community Education Series from Home Instead Senior Care

   Community Education Series As part of Home Instead Senior Care’s commitment to supporting and further educating our community on the aging process, we are pleased to announce the upcoming Community Education Series aimed to assist families and … Continue