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Agency on Aging Offers Online Programs, Events in April
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Staying well allows us to live better lives. Through group classes,
informational sessions and events, the Aroostook Agency on Aging staff and volunteers share
topics and techniques that are intended to help all people age well.
We offer monthly programs developed to help older persons and their care partners succeed and
thrive in their own homes. Pre-registration is required for all sessions. Some upcoming
educational and enjoyable events in April include:
Artists for Aging Exhibit – First Friday Art Walk (In Person)
Friday, April 1, 2022 at 12:00 PM EST – 07:00 PM EST
Aroostook Agency on Aging, 260 Main Street, Suite B, Presque Isle, ME 04769
Hosted by Aroostook Area Agency on Aging and First Friday Art Walk
Help us celebrate “Artists for Aging” with a visit to our gallery at Aroostook Agency on Aging
featuring the quilting creations of Dana Allison of Castle Hill. All guests are reminded to wear a
mask and sanitize their hands upon entering our building. Spaces are limited. Please call 764-
3396/1-800-439-1789 or email [email protected] for more information.
Online Gathering Place (Online)
Wednesday, April 6, 2022 at 10:00 AM EST – 11:00 AM EST
Hosted by Aroostook Area Agency on Aging and AgingME
The Gathering Place focuses on creating a safe “virtual” place for those with chronic memory loss
or health conditions to engage in fun activities and interact with others. Call 764-3396/1-800-
439-1789 or email to [email protected] for more information or to preregister for this
weekly session.
MaineCare Toolkit (In Person)
Friday, April 8, 2022 at 10:00 AM EST – 12:00 PM EST
Putnam House Senior Center, 48 Court Street, Houlton, ME 04730
Hosted by Aroostook Area Agency on Aging and AgingME
Did you know there’s a helpful program designed to help older persons in northern Maine identify
and apply for financial assistance for nursing home care or in-home support services. Call the
Aroostook Agency on Aging at 764-3396/1-800-439-1789 or email [email protected] for
more information.
Medicare 101 (Online)
Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at 10:00 AM EST – 12:00 PM EST
Hosted by Aroostook Area Agency on Aging
Can you save money on your Medicare? What options do you have for coverage? Do you need
Advantage plans or Supplements? Contact Kimberly James, Medicare Education Coordinator, at
764-3396/1-800-439-1789 for more information or to preregister for a link to this ZOOM class.
Flavor of Aroostook: Cooking to Connect class (Online)
Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at 03:00 PM EST – 04:30 PM EST
Hosted by Aroostook Area Agency on Aging, UMaine Cooperative Extension, NMCC, Aramark
and A.R. Gould Northern Light Health
Join Lisa Fishman of the UMaine Cooperative Extension for a hands-on cooking class on “Meatless
Meals”. Due to Covid precautions, the interactive ZOOM session will be transmitted from the
state-of-the-art culinary lab at Northern Maine Community College. Registrations will be limited
to 20 persons. Call 764-3396/1-800-439-1789 or email to [email protected] for more
information or to preregister.
Senior Medicare Patrol Fraud & Abuse (Online)
Wednesday, April 13, 2022 at 10:00 AM EST – 12:00 PM EST
Hosted by Aroostook Area Agency on Aging
Have you been a victim of Medicare Fraud? Do you want to learn ways to protect yourself from
scams? How can you inform others about Medicare? Contact Kimberly James, Medicare
Education Coordinator, at 764-3396/1-800-439-1789 for more information or to preregister for
a link to the class.
Caregiver Support Group (Online)
Wednesday, April 13, 2022 at 12:00 PM EST – 01:00 PM EST
Hosted by Aroostook Area Agency on Aging
It is normal for caring for a loved one to sometimes produce frustration and anger. But you don’t
have to cope alone. Our support group for caregivers can be a lifesaver because it gives
participants a place where they can share their feelings confidentially, make friends, get help
navigating the healthcare system, and learn from others who are travelling a similar path. Please
call 764-3396/1-800-439-1789 or email to [email protected] to receive a link to the
ZOOM class.
Brain Builders (Online)
Thursday, April 21, 2022 at 10:00 AM EST – 11:00 AM EST
Hosted by Aroostook Area Agency on Aging and AgingME
We all know the importance of physical, mental, social, and emotional wellness. But do you know
having a healthy brain improves your mood and decreases the likelihood of having illnesses that
threaten your quality of life? Our monthly Brain Health: You Can Make a Difference online session
helps participants create goals that impact on their life and boosts their brain health. Call 764-
3396/800-439-1789 or email to [email protected] for more information or to preregister
for a link to this ZOOM class.
Flavor of Aroostook: Cooking to Connect class (Online)
Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at 03:00 PM EST – 04:30 PM EST
Hosted by Aroostook Area Agency on Aging, UMaine Cooperative Extension, NMCC, Aramark
and A.R. Gould Northern Light Health
Join Lisa Fishman of the UMaine Cooperative Extension for a hands-on class on “Cooking for One
or Two”. Due to Covid precautions, the interactive ZOOM session will be transmitted from the
state-of-the-art culinary lab at Northern Maine Community College. Registrations will be limited
to 20 persons. Call 764-3396/1-800-439-1789 or email to [email protected] for more
information or to preregister.
Coming Soon – CALL US TO FIND OUT WHEN THE NEXT SESSION STARTS!
Bingocize (Online)
Hosted by Aroostook Area Agency on Aging, Healthy Living for ME and AgingME
Bingocize is a 10-week health promotion program that mixes the popular game of bingo with
moderate exercise. Participants will perform fall prevention exercises while learning about the
importance of physical fitness in preventing serious falls. Individuals over age 55 should call 764-
3396/1-800-439-1789 or visit www.healthylivingforme.org to preregister for a ZOOM link or for
more information on this class.
Savvy Caregiver (Online)
Hosted by Aroostook Area Agency on Aging and Healthy Living for ME
The Savvy Caregiver is a 12-hour course delivered in 2-hour sessions over a 6-week period.
Curriculum includes a caregiver manual and workbook. It aims to introduce family caregivers to
the caregiving role, providing them with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to carry out
that role and alerting them to self-care issues. Please call 764-3396/1-800-439-1789 or email to
[email protected] to receive a link to the ZOOM class.
Conversations Project (Online)
Hosted by Aroostook Area Agency on Aging and AgingME
Talking about the things you want for yourself can be challenging. There are so many questions
when you plan for the future: will I have enough money, will someone make decisions for me,
does anyone really know what is most important to me, or does anyone know what makes me
afraid? Our online Conversations class can assist you in developing questions or sharing concerns
that you have with your loved ones and family doctor. Please call 764-3396/1-800-439-1789 for
more information or to preregister.
Falls Prevention Informational Session (Online)
Hosted by Aroostook Area Agency on Aging and AgingME
Participants will gain an overview of falls prevention and other health classes available in
Aroostook County. Class is free, pre-registration is required. Call 764-3396/1-800-439-1789 or
email to [email protected] for more information or to receive a link to the class.
A Matter of Balance (Online)
Hosted by Aroostook Area Agency on Aging and Healthy Living for ME
A Matter of Balance emphasizes practical strategies to reduce fear of falling and increase activity
levels. Participants learn to view falls and fear of falling as controllable, set realistic goals to
increase activity, change their environment to reduce fall risk factors, and exercise to increase
strength and balance. Please call 764-3396/1-800-439-1789 or visit www.healthylivingforme.org
to preregister or for more information.
Living Well for Better Health (Online)
Hosted by Aroostook Area Agency on Aging and Healthy Living for ME
Staying well allows us to live better lives. Living Well for Better Health helps people learn how to
manage their own health by improving communication with their physicians, actively managing
their symptoms, creating personal action plans, and developing support structures. Please call
764-3396/1-800-439-1789 or visit www.healthylivingforme.org to preregister for a ZOOM link or
more information.
Living Well with Chronic Pain (Online)
Hosted by Aroostook Area Agency on Aging and Healthy Living for ME
This class is designed for people who have a diagnosis of chronic pain, offering strategies for
dealing with their symptoms. Topics include: techniques to deal with frustration, fatigue,
isolation, and poor sleep, appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength,
appropriate use of medications, communicating effectively with family, friends, and health
professionals, nutrition, pacing activity and rest, and how to evaluate new treatments. Space is
limited. Please call Jane Hanson at 764-3396/1-800-439-1789 or visit
www.healthylivingforme.org to preregister for a ZOOM link or more information.
Tai Chi for Better Health and Balance (Online)
Hosted by Aroostook Area Agency on Aging and Healthy Living for ME
Tai Chi is an enjoyable exercise that can improve balance, relieve pain, and improve health and
ability to do things. It is a slow exercise. It is easy to learn and good for all ability levels. This
Tuesday/Friday class, instructed by Joy Barresi Saucier, is offered in partnership with Healthy
Living for ME. There is a $20 fee. Please call 764-3396/1-800-439-1789 or visit
www.healthylivingforme.org to preregister or for more information.