Amy McLellan, 61, is charged with felony counts of theft and misuse of entrusted property of a vulnerable person.
senior citizens
Posted inFood
The Wrap: A potluck of pies, a new cookbook and more
The Biddeford Saco River Jam Festival plans a ‘pie-luck,’ which sounds pretty lucky indeed.
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Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
As older workers resist retirement, they find employers resisting them
Adults 55 and older have been the fastest-growing segment of the U.S. labor force since 1996, but many who are in between jobs are encountering new barriers to entry.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
The Maine Millennial: My grandmother’s financial tips for young adults
In her memory, I would ask my readers to clip or email this column to them.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Congress enacts bill to protect senior citizens from scam artists
The measure, written in part by Sen. Susan Collins of Maine, now goes to President Trump’s desk for a signature.
Posted inMaine Gardener, Source
Older adults will want to plant gardens that will last for generations
Those who will tend to your plants years down the road will thank you for growing beautiful, low-maintenance gardens.
Posted inHealth, Life & Culture, Nation & World
New study casts further doubt on efficacy of calcium, Vitamin D pills
An analysis of trials of more than 50,000 older adults suggests that supplements aren’t warranted in fracture prevention.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: More than a few Maine seniors need housing help
Gov. LePage focuses on one elderly couple’s plight but fails to take steps that could benefit many others like them.
Posted inSource
Treading Lightly: Freedom for all to ride or walk in the great outdoors
Several Maine programs help seniors and the disabled walk and cycle.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Our state can lead the way in modernizing child care, elderly services
The universal family care bill before the Legislature would address many issues facing the current system.