Tag Archives: senior communication
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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
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Winter Storm Nemo: 9 tips to stay safe in storms
Winter Storm Nemo (I don’t know if I’m offended or amused that the weather service is now naming storms—winter storm Nemo indeed!) is bearing down on New England and Maine. You know the drill about batteries, extra … Continue
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Better Life Balance: 7 tips for Sandwhich Generation
Better life balance is something millions of Americans yearn for. According to the Pew Research Center, approximately 20 million Americans (one out of eight baby boomers) are juggling taking care of an older parent while raising or … Continue
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Maine Real Estate: Maine reverse mortgage
If you’re thinking about getting a Maine reverse mortgage, read this article by Linda Wyman, financing specialist. Purchasing a primary residence, an investment property or a second home may be a great way to diversify ones assets. If you’re … Continue
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Yellow Dot in Maine: sign up for free alert program
Seeing a yellow dot in Maine? Yellow Dot is a nationwide emergency responder alert system that made its way to Maine this year, starting in Cumberland County. It’s designed to help car accident victims communicate with emergency … Continue
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Long Term Care: Resource Planning Help
We were really impressed with this Long Term Care Resource Planning Guide put together by AARP. AARP Maine shared it with us, and we thought we should pass it along to readers. Not every part of it will … Continue
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Hard Conversations with Senior Parents: talking about change
Lucy remembers her first exposure to hard conversations with senior parents. Seven years ago Lucy and her husband, who were in their 50s, left their home and jobs in Chicago and moved to Maine. Not to retire … Continue