Office of Elder Services

Draft State Plan - 2008 - 2012

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Comments deadline is July 25, and may be sent to derrick.grant@maine.gov . Public hearings will be held on July 21 in Bangor and July 22 in Augusta. Phone 287-9208 for more information.

Homemaker Services (Independent Support Services after 10/01/08)

The State of Maine, Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking proposals to continue the existing State of Maine Homemaker Program.

Maine's Elders and Emergencies: Working for the Future

Online training course promoting emergency preparedness for elder community needs.

Digital TV Transition

Analog TV ends on February 17, 2009. Find out what you need to know about the transition to Digital TV (DTV).

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!

Taxes/Stimulus Payment

Starting in May, the Treasury will begin sending economic stimulus payments to more than 130 million individuals.

• Visit the IRS's Information on Stimulus Payments
• Need help filing taxes? Visit AARP's Volunteer Tax Assistance

NGA Policy Academy On Employment Opportunities For The Elderly

Maine to explore employment and volunteer opportunities for older persons.

Study of Maine's Direct Care Workforce:

Wages, Health Coverage, and a Worker Registry
Report to the 123^rd Maine Legislature
Adobe PDF Version - Microsoft Word Version

American Foundation for the Blind launches Web Site for Seniors

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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