Health and Wellness

1. Successful Aging Expos Announced

   Successful Aging Expos and Forums in Maine 2019 Successful Aging Expos are shows or fairs that feature services and information especially targeted to older Mainers. There are often health screenings, talks, entertainment and special opportunities like flu … Continue

2. Holiday Travel: Tips for Happy Thanksgiving Journeys

   Holiday travel can be a stressful event for anyone, and traveling when you’re older is no exception. The key is planning! Sit down with a cup of tea and a piece of paper, and list everything you … Continue

3. Get Your Flu Shot!

   Time to get your flu shot, because flu season is starting! According to the CDC, influenza is a potentially serious disease that can lead to hospitalization and sometimes even death. As of February 2018, there were 28 … Continue

4. Avoid Browntail Moth: Stop itching!

   Browntail moth is back! Gardeners and picnickers, alert! We’re approaching the first molt for the browntail moth caterpillars, and that means their tiny itchy spines will be blowing around on the warm air, settling on chair arms … Continue

5. Auburn Senior Expo June 20, 2018

   Come to the Auburn Senior Expo on June 20, 2018 (not June 6, 2018) if you’re looking for senior related services or information. The Andy Valley Senior Expo, will be from 9am to 2pm at the Hilton … Continue

6. Andy Valley Senior Expo June 20, 2018

   What’s Happening at the Andy Valley Senior Expo, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.  Hilton Garden Inn, Great Falls Plaza, Auburn, Wednesday, June 20, 2018 You’re invited to attend the Andy Valley Senior Expo! There is so much going on … Continue

7. Flu Facts: How You Get It and What To Do About It

   Flu facts was originally printed in the New York Times, and it’s such a good article I’m sharing. There’s a good chance that you or someone you know has experienced, or will experience, the agony of this … Continue