September 2024

Harvest For Help

Eastern Area Agency on Aging is thrilled to host our second annual fall breakfast fundraiser, called Harvest for Help! The proceeds for the Harvest for Help Fundraiser will supplement federal funding to support EAAA’s programs.

This breakfast will focus on nutrition and its importance for all of our community members throughout life. Food is more than just a meal and can effect our entire wellness picture. The event will feature a moderated panel with industry leaders from the area to talk about the role nutrition plays in our lives and the work that we do.

You can check out the event information at EAAA.org/HarvestforHelpBreakfast. Tickets are now available and can be purchased at EAAA.org/HarvestForHelpTickets.

Volunteer Highlights

Click here to view EAAA's volunteer opportunities

Office Closure

Eastern Area Agency on Aging and the Durgin Center will be closed September 2nd for Labor Day.

Great news for Furry Friends Food Bank Consumers!

Due to generous funding provided by Meals on Wheels of America and PetSmart Charities, Furry Friends Food Bank can pay for your pet’s nails to be trimmed by professional groomers at the Bangor PetSmart.

If you are currently enrolled in our Furry Friends Food Bank program, call us at 941-2865 ext. 167 to join the waitlist.

Please note: There are limited spots available. Sign-up is on a first come, first serve basis. Spots are not guaranteed.

All pets are required by PetSmart to have proof of rabies vaccination to participate.

Special Thanks to Shaw's Supermarket in Dover Foxcroft for Pet food Donations.

On September 14th from 10-2; Broadway Self Storage, Bangor Police Department and Dirigo Auctions & Sales will be holding a “Fill a Storage Unit" event at the newly remodeled Broadway Self Storage located at 1670 Broadway in Bangor. Community members are encouraged to visit the new business and drop off pet food supplies or a monetary donation to benefit Furry Friends through Eastern Area Agency on Aging. Many older adults make the difficult decision every day to feed themselves or their family pet. Any pet food or monetary donation will be rewarded with a free BBQ lunch.

If you have any questions about the event you may call Broadway Self Storage at 947-6404 or Furry Friends/Eastern Area Agency on Aging at 941-2865.

Durgin Center Events and Activities

Did you know? The Durgin Center also offers AFEP online! Join Lori from the comfort of your home on Tuesdays/Thursdays at 9am, and take this class via Zoom! This class provides safe ways to stay active and reduce pain. Great for people with arthritis, are new to exercise, or are returning to exercise after recovering from injury.

Heating Presentation

It’s never too early in Maine to start thinking about winter and those costly heating bills. That’s why our September Durgin Center Spotlight will shine on Valley Home Heating. The professionals at Valley have been servicing Maine homes since 1981. They will bring their over 40 years of expertise to our community, offering information on the differences between oil and propane heating, heating efficiency tips, and how Valley can help you get through our coldest months, warm and happy. Join us at the Durgin Center on Sept. 26 at 1 p.m. for this informational event. We ask that you sign up in advance by calling the Durgin Center (207) 941-2865 so we know how many people to expect.

Caregiver Resources

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 community resources.

Call (207) 941-2865 to register

Medicare Information

If you are a caregiver and have questions about Medicare fraud, reach out to EAAA for more information and support.

We are happy to help you navigate Medicare and also provide Caregiver resources. Call us at (207) 941-2865.

New to Medicare? Attend EAAA's Medicare 101 class! Click the image above to learn more.

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NUTRITION NEWS AND INFORMATION

Chopped Chicken Salad and Sunshine Granola Recipes from Commodity Supplemental Food Program - Click Here

Home Delivered Meals/Meals on Wheels Sample Menu - Click Here

Community Cafés

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NEWS FROM OUR COMMUNITY

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Eastern Area Agency on Aging | Website

In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity. Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online at: https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/ad-3027.pdf, from any USDA office, by calling (866) 632-9992, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to USDA by:

1. mail:

U.S. Department of Agriculture

Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights

1400 Independence Avenue, SW

Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; or

2. fax:

(833) 256-1665 or (202) 690-7442; or

3. email:

Program.Intake@usda.gov

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.