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Office of Elder Services

We promote programs and services for older adults, their families and for people with disabilities. Visit the site often to stay updated on important issues.

 

Maine’s Website on Adult Guardianship and Alternatives


19th Annual Maine Geriatric Conference, Bar Harbor Regency Hotel, June 4-5, 2009

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Notice of Grant Opportunity:  the Brookdale Foundation Group will offer grants in November 2009 for start-up funding of social model Group Respite or Early Memory Loss programs for people with Alzheimer’s disease and their family caregivers.  For more information, please visit http://www.brookdalefoundation.org/Respite/respiteprogram2008.html.

2009 National Family Caregiving Awards Program - Applications Are Now Being Accepted

The National Alliance for Caregiving and MetLife Foundation are pleased to announce that applications are being accepted for the 2009 National Family Caregiving Awards Program.
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The 2009 Medicare Savings Program may help

If you already have Medicare, you may be able to get a benefit of $96.40/month and maybe more.


Maine's Elders and Emergencies: Working for the Future

Online training course promoting emergency preparedness for elder community needs.


Training and Certification Site

Staff and volunteers at Maine's area agencies on aging and Legal Services for the Elderly who provide health insurance counseling to people with Medicare have a new tool to help them learn about Medicare, MaineCare and Long-Term Care Insurance.

National Presidents Challenge

A six week physical activity challenge to get America moving which kicks off March 20th - includes a special section for seniors!


NGA Policy Academy On Employment Opportunities For The Elderly

Maine to explore employment and volunteer opportunities for older persons.

American Foundation for the Blind launches Web Site for Seniors External site disclaimer

Designed for seniors losing their vision, their families and the professionals who serve them.

Want to reach OES by phone?

Call 1-800-262-2232 8am to 5pm
TTY (800)606-0215
(Toll Free Nationwide & Canada)

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