Senior Communities

1. Drug Take-Back: Maine locations for drug take-back

   This drug take-back program article was published in 2013. In 2020, there is a website that shows regular take-back locations in Maine. Your town might do a special take-back day, but these places are available year-round. Drug … Continue

2. Veterans Benefits for Home Care: Help Vets Stay Home

   Did you know that veterans or their surviving spouses may qualify for veterans benefits for home care that will help pay for long-term care, including home care? It’s surprising how many veterans, or their family members, are … Continue

3. Manage stress and take heart!

   Take Heart and Manage Stress is by Kelly Hassett of MedCOR Professionals. February has been nicknamed “Heart Month” not only because of Valentine’s Day, but because the American Heart Association has been celebrating National Wear Red Day … Continue

4. Migratory Bird Act: Happy 100 Years

   I’m celebrating the Weeks-McLean Law, passed 100 years ago today, commonly referred to as the Migratory Bird Act. Today, I’m also celebrating what would have been my dad’s 86th birthday. Malcolm Dennison McLean, this one’s for you. … Continue

5. Downsizing Dilemma: Managing Family Possessions

   Major life changes, such as a move to a smaller home or the death of a family member, may lead to downsizing as you consider strategies for managing or disposing of accumulated possessions. You may be relocating, downsizing, or … Continue

6. “Clear the Decks” to Downsize

   When it comes time to downsize, to “clear the deck” a little, you have many options. From holding your own yard or garage sale to staging a professional auction, there are many ways to downsize and lighten the … Continue

7. Egg Carton Greenhouse: here comes spring!

   This egg carton greenhouse project is the perfect way to welcome spring. Karen Vachon of Insphere Insurance Solutions has put together a little egg carton greenhouse video to show people how it’s done. Now’s the time to … Continue