Portland, ME Senior Care Resources
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Southern Maine Agency on Aging
| Southern Maine Agency on Aging 136 US Route 1 Scarborough, ME 04074 207-396-6500 |
The Southern Maine Agency on Aging offers a wide range of programs and services for older adults living in York and Cumberland counties, except Brunswick and Harpswell. These programs and services are designed to foster independence, reduce the burden on family and caregivers, and promote an active and healthy lifestyle throughout the aging process. |
| Community Cafe Portland Westbrook Westbrook Community Center 426 Bridge Street, Westbrook 207-878-3285 |
Community Cafes provide an opportunity to socialize and eat a nutritious lunch. Some Community Cafes include entertainment or educational programs. They are open to individuals 60 and over. Initially register for community dining program by showing your license or proof of age. Lunch is served at 12:00 noon, and days of service vary by location. Because reservations are required, you should call the individual cafe 48 hours in advance. If you are unable to attend please call to cancel your reservation. The suggested donation is $4.00 for a regular meal and $5 when the meals are catered. Meals are for on-site consumption only. Participants under 60 or individuals who do not want to register may enjoy the meal for $7.00. |
| Meals on Wheels 800-400-6325 |
Meals on Wheels provides nutritious and delicious home-delivered meals to home bound older adults in York and Cumberland counties. The program provides up to five meals each week. Volunteers and Agency staff deliver meals four days a week (No deliveries on Wednesdays) and generally arrive between 10:30am-12:30pm. Meals are delivered either frozen or pre-heated. The program is also a wellness check and friendly visit. Volunteers and staff are trained to make sure that clients are safe when they make their delivery. |
Portland ME Senior Citizen Services
| Portland ME Recreation Dept Senior Activities 134 Congress Street Suite #2 Portland, ME 04101 |
The Portland Recreation Department sponsors a wide variety of activities for citizens 55 and older. Click the link at the left for the newsletter, and watch the newsletter for descriptions of upcoming programs. |
| Portland ME Fire Dept 380 Congress Street Portland, Maine 04101 207-874-8400 |
The Portland Fire Department consists of 232 career Fire fighters and Paramedics operating 6 Engines, 4 Ladders, 1 Heavy Rescue, 1 Fireboat, 1 Rescue Boat, 4 Air Rescues, and 3 Paramedic Ambulances. |
| Portland ME Police Dept 109 Middle Street Portland, Maine 04101 207-874-8479 |
The mission of the Portland Police Department is to enhance the quality of life throughout the City of Portland by working cooperatively with all of our community members to preserve the peace, enforce the law, reduce fear, and promote a safe and caring environment. |
Southern Maine Health Care and Senior Citizen Services
| Southern Maine Medical Center 1 Medical Center Drive Biddeford, Maine 04005 207-283-7000 |
Southern Maine Medical Center (SMMC) is a nationally accredited, award-winning healthcare system. Within the system is a 150-bed, not-for-profit, full-service medical center and multi-specialty physician services group, SMMC PrimeCare Physicians, featuring a complete range of primary care and specialty services. |
| ITNPortland 90 Bridge Street Suite 105 Westbrook, ME 04092 207-854-0505 |
The Independent Transportation Network® (ITN), is a national non-profit transportation system for America's aging population. It is available within a 15 mile radius of Portland, ME. Some of the service characteristics include:
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| Regional Transportation Program 127 St. John Street Portland, Maine 04102-3072 207-774-2666 |
Established in 1976, RTP was formed by combining the transportation services provided by the Portland Chapter of the American Red Cross, York-Cumberland Senior Services and the Social Services of the Greater Portland Transit District. Today, RTP is a United Way agency that provides low-cost transportation to the elderly, social service agency clients, the economically disadvantaged and persons with disabilities throughout Cumberland County. |
| Alzheimer's Association, Maine Chapter 383 U.S. Route 1, Suite 2C Scarborough, ME 04074 207-772-0115 |
The Alzheimer's Association, Maine Chapter serves the entire State of Maine from its Scarborough office. There are approximately 37,000 families in Maine who are affected by Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia. |
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