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1. Maine Seniors in Danger: The Smallest Room in the House May Be the Most Dangerous for Seniors

   We all want the best for the senior loved ones in our lives. For many seniors, living independent lives at home is their main desire. Seniors are able to do so provided they are physically and mentally … Continue

2. Alzheimer’s Training Important for Home Care Providers

   It’s helpful to know if the home care provider you’ve selected offers specialized training for their staff in Alzheimer’s and dementia care. New England Home Health Care (NEHHC) recently sponsored a course for specialized Dementia/Alzheimers training for … Continue

3. Diabetic Foot Care: footcare for diabetics is critical

   Diabetes (high glucose levels in your blood) can eventually damage nerves, kidneys, eyes and blood vessels, and decrease your ability to fight infection. Often, nerve and blood vessel damage in the feet can lead to serious problems … Continue

4. Post Holiday Depression: Fight off the holiday blues!

   Post holiday depression. It’s the day after Christmas. The gifts are exchanged, the house is a mess, the fridge is stuffed with leftovers and you’re suddenly faced with more work and less joy. Many people suffer during … Continue

5. Senior gifts: ideas for Christmas presents for seniors

   Need more holiday gift ideas for Maine seniors? Here are a few from our alert readers: Sam H. from South Freeport suggests gift cards from Shaw’s, Hannafords or other supermarkets. Especially handy because they can be used … Continue

6. Last minute gift ideas for seniors: 29 easy, inexpensive gifts from the heart

   Need some Maine senior gift ideas? Wondering what senior Christmas presents to get the folks who don’t want a single thing, have too much already, or don’t want to deal with any more stuff? Most older folks … Continue

7. Maine Energy Audits: Energy Saving tips for Seniors

   Darrell Cooper, Energy Advisor and older Mainer, has performed energy audits on numerous houses in the past two years. Here are some of his top tips for easy savings on energy costs, that you can do yourself … Continue