Health & Wellness

  1. Covid-19 Scams: news from MEMA

    Beware Covid-19 scams, says the Maine Emergency Management Agency (MEMA). “Our elderly population is likely the most vulnerable population during this COVID-19 pandemic.  Scammers and price gougers are devising numerous methods for defrauding people.  As our most … Continue

  2. Covid-19 Coronavirus Stimulus Payment

    A quick primer on your coronavirus stimulus payment: The IRS has a web page dedicated to coronavirus info related to taxes. And there is also a US government coronavirus page. If you check the pages, make sure to update … Continue

  3. You died during a time of pandemic. Now what? Death in a pandemic

    Death in a pandemic. What happens if you die during a time of coronavirus, or even from Covid-19? I got a call recently from a very active Successful Aging Expo attendee who was curious about what might … Continue

  4. Safe Travel: Stay Healthy Away from Home

    You’re about to head out for a Thanksgiving visit with loved ones. What steps can you take to remain healthy on your trip and through your visit? Here are 7 tips for safe travel. Tip 1: get … Continue

  5. Nutrition and Aging: Drink Water, Eat Fruits and Veggies, and Keep on Moving!

    Nutrition and Aging was the topic of a recent gathering at Thornton Oaks Retirement Community in Brunswick, Maine as part of the Ounce of Prevention series. This article is shared from the blog of Deb Nelson from … Continue

  6. Flu Season is Here: Get Your Flu Shot

    Flu season is here, and the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention is getting reports of cases. “It’s time for anyone 6 months old or older to get a flu shot,” Maine CDC Director Nirav D. … Continue

  7. Seacoast Successful Aging Expo Oct. 16, 219

    The Seacoast Successful Aging Expo comes to Kittery Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. Older people and their families will have free access to 30+ sources of senior information on October 16 from 9 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at … Continue

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