March 2023

 
 
 


LUNCH & LEARN



Come join us at our Community Café on Tuesday, March 7th for our third lunch & learn with Furry Friends, supported by the 2022 Animal Welfare Grant from the Maine Community Foundation.


Pre-Registration for the café is required by noon, Friday, March 3rd. Call 207-941-2865 ext 169!

VOLUNTEER HIGHLIGHTS

ATTENTION CAREGIVERS

Respite for ME is a $2,000 grant from the state of Maine to help you take care of a loved one at home—and to also help take care of you. Click the image above to learn more, or visit our website to learn about other respite options!

Are you a caregiver? In our caregiver support groups, caregivers come together to share their experiences in a confidential and supportive setting. These support groups help caregivers gain skills, build confidence, and learn about helpful resources available in the community.


In Person at the Durgin Center:

Monthly every second Friday 9-10:30 a.m.

In Person at the Millinocket Memorial Library:

Monthly every fourth Wednesday 3-4 p.m.

In Person at the The Piscataquis Regional YMCA:

Monthly every second Thursday 12-1:30 p.m.

Zoom Support Group:

Monthly every third Thursday 2-3:30 p.m.


Call (207) 941-2865 to register

MEDICARE RESOURCES

Looking to save onMedicare Costs?


There are programs that may be able to help if you’re struggling to afford the costs of your Medicare health care and prescription medications. Call Eastern Area Agency on Aging to find out if you qualify.

Dear Marci,

My mother is having a kidney transplant soon, and I am helping with the logistics of her recovery. I believe Medicare should cover the immunosuppressant drugs she will need after, but the details are confusing. How will her immunosuppressants get covered?

-Pauline (Austin, TX)

Read Marci's answer!

Scammers are crafty, so unless you are completely certain you know who you are speaking with, do not confirm your personal information over the phone. Hang up immediately. If you want to report fraud or believe you have been the victim of fraud, call EAAA for further assistance

NUTRITION NEWS

SPRING AND SUMMER HEALTH TIPS FOR YOUR PETS

From Furry Friends Food Bank



Annual spring cleaning can expose your pet to harmful chemicals like ammonia, bleach, and chlorine. Even all-natural products can cause stomach problems, so keep your pet in a separate room until all recently cleaned surfaces have dried. 


When using rat, mouse, snail, or slug bates, or ant or roach traps, place the products in areas that are inaccessible to your pet. Some baits contain sweet smelling ingredients such as jelly, peanut butter, or sugar, which can attract your pet. 


LEARN MORE

HAVING TROUBLE EATING?

From CSFP


Health issues or other problems can make it really hard to eat a little healthier. Here are some common problems with tips that might help!


Tired of eating alone? Try organizing some potluck meals or cooking with a friend. Also, look into having meals at a nearby community center.


Having trouble chewing? See your dentist to check for potential problems.






LEARN MORE TIPS

Thank you



Don Hansen from Green Acres for giving a fantastic Lunch & Learn presentation on the current science on the humane treatment of dogs!

March is 'March for Meals' month! Support our local Meals on Wheels program by donating or volunteering to impact older adults through all of our communities!

COMMUNITY CAFÉS

Milo Café

Thursdays

11:30AM - 1:00PM

15 Harris Pond Rd

Milo, ME 04463

Call (207)-943-2488 to reserve.

Millinocket Café

Tuesdays & Wednesdays

10:30AM - 1:00PM

80 Maine Ave

Millinocket, ME 04462

Call (207)-723-2045 to reserve.

Brooksville Café

Thursdays

12:00PM - 1:00PM

1 Townhouse Rd

Brooksville, ME 04617

Call (207)-326-8864 to reserve

DURGIN CENTER

COMMUNITY CAFÉ MENU

Mondays and Tuesdays at 11:30AM

March 6 No Café

March 7 Ham with Apricot Glaze

March 13 Chicken Tetrazzini

March 14 Chicken Lo-mein

March 20 Shepherd’s Pie

March 21 Meatballs in Marinara Sauce

March 27 Turkey with Cranberry Gravy

March 28 Chicken with Herbed Gravy

VIEW THE DURGIN CENTER CALENDAR

Agency Closure

Eastern Area Agency on Aging and the Durgin Center will be closed March 6th for Employee Appreciation Day

NEWS FROM OUR COMMUNITY

 
 

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