Healthy Living for ME

11/27/2025

Want to make a meaningful impact in your community? 🌟 Become A Matter of Balance Leader and help older adults improve their strength, balance, and confidence!

✅ Training: December 8 & 10, 12–4:30 p.m. at the Cohen Community Center in Hallowell
✅ Volunteer orientation provided (if new)
✅ Co-lead at least one workshop annually
✅ Mileage reimbursement for local travel

What participants are saying about A Matter of Balance: “The instructors were very thoughtful and considerate, very dedicated. I gained confidence and strength.”

Join us in supporting healthy aging across Central Maine!
📩 Contact 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨@𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐦𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬.𝐨𝐫𝐠 for details.

11/19/2025

𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭! 👟🚶🏻‍➡️

Spectrum Generations is hosting 𝐀 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞: 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐬 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐅𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 on 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟖 & 𝟏𝟎, 𝟏𝟐–𝟒:𝟑𝟎 𝐩.𝐦. 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥.

We’re looking for caring, enthusiastic volunteers in Kennebec, Somerset, Waldo, Lincoln, Knox, and Sagadahoc counties to help older adults reduce their fear of falling and build confidence through this evidence-based program.

No healthcare experience required, just a desire to make a difference!

What participants are saying about A Matter of Balance: “Taking the class inspired me to take more responsibility for my health. The exercises have proven beneficial—I notice my balance has improved!”

📩 Learn more or register: 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨@𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐦𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬.𝐨𝐫𝐠

09/26/2025

This week, the Town of New Gloucester Parks & Recreation Department and Building Livable Communities in New Gloucester (BLING) hosted an A Matter of Balance leader training — empowering local volunteers to help older adults reduce their risk of falling and stay active with confidence.

This evidence-based program is a powerful tool for fall prevention, and we're excited to see New Gloucester taking the lead in building safer, more livable communities for people of all ages.

👏 Thank you to all the new volunteer leaders for stepping up to make a difference!

09/26/2025

𝐅𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞!

Across Maine, we're offering a variety of engaging, evidence-based workshops designed to help you stay active, independent, and connected. Whether you're looking to improve balance, build strength, or just move more safely, there's something for everyone:

✅ Tai Chi for Health and Balance
✅ A Matter of Balance
✅ Bingocize®
… and more!

Workshops are available both in person and online to fit your schedule and comfort level.

🔗 Explore and register today at www.healthylivingforme.org
— your statewide hub for wellness and prevention programs.

Creating a Healthier Maine Healthy Living for ME® (HL4ME®) is Maine’s Community Care Hub (CCH), a collaborative effort involving local organizations, health systems, and volunteers. We aim to enhance health and wellness across Maine by coordinating community resources and empowering individuals ...

09/25/2025

🛑 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤

Falls are not a normal part of aging, and many can be prevented with the right information and support.

Take a moment to complete the National Council on Aging’s Falls Free Check-Up to get a personalized falls risk assessment and tips to stay safe and independent:
👉 https://ncoa.org/age-well-planner/assessment/falls-free-checkup

Once you’ve taken the check-up, share it with a friend or loved one. Together, we can help reduce falls and keep our communities safe and strong.

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one-fourth of Americans aged 65+ falls each year. Answer a few quick questions to assess your risk of falling and get a personalized report to share with your health care provider.

09/24/2025

Thank you for the shoutout on this most important topic, Maine Council on Aging.

Governor Janet Mills has proclaimed September 22-26 Falls Prevention Week. A risk assessment ranked falls as the number one risk for older people in Maine. Preventing falls is an important part of health aging. Fall prevention programs are offered through many healthcare organizations, the Maine Association of Area Agencies on Aging, and Healthy Living for ME's A Matter of Balance Workshops. Learn more: https://bit.ly/42KbY6Z

09/23/2025

This week is National Falls Prevention Awareness Week, and in Maine, we also recognize Falls Prevention Awareness Week as officially proclaimed by Governor Janet Mills.

Falls are the leading cause of injury among older adults—but they are not an inevitable part of aging. Through education, awareness, and strong community partnerships, we can help reduce fall risks and support older adults in living safely and independently.

We appreciate the recognition of this important issue at the state level and remain committed to working alongside partners across Maine to promote falls prevention year-round.

07/11/2025

07/08/2025

🌟 Volunteer Opportunity Alert!

Do you have a passion for health, wellness, and helping older adults thrive? Become a Tai Chi for Health and Balance Workshop Leader!

We’re hosting a 𝟐-𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 on 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟕–𝟏𝟖 in Hallowell, ME, and we’re looking for individuals ready to make a difference.

✅ No previous Tai Chi experience required—just a commitment to helping others improve their balance and confidence!

📩 Apply now to reserve your spot!
Email: info@healthylivingforme.org

06/17/2025

🧠💬 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩𝐬!

Are you a caregiver supporting a loved one diagnosed with dementia? You're not alone — and these free workshops are here to help.

We're hosting two powerful, in-person sessions designed to provide education, support, and practical tools for caregivers.

📍 Workshop Dates & Locations:
• June 25 – Belgrade Health Reach Center, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
• July 22 – Muskie Community Center, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

🎯 Space is limited — register early!
📞 Call: (207) 620-1678
🌐 Visit: Healthylivingforme.org

🔹 How to Register:
1️⃣ Go to Healthylivingforme.org
2️⃣ Click "Find Workshops" on the homepage
3️⃣ Select “Dealing with Dementia”
4️⃣ Choose your preferred date and location
5️⃣ Click Register, fill out the form, and submit!

Have questions or need help registering?
📲 Call us at (207) 620-1678

Let’s work together to make a difference in the lives of caregivers and their loved ones. 💙

06/16/2025

𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡 𝐕𝐞𝐠𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲

𝘏𝘰𝘸 𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘺 𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘧𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘩 𝘷𝘦𝘨𝘨𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘥𝘰𝘦𝘴 𝘪𝘵 𝘵𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘬𝘦𝘦𝘱 𝘢 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘰𝘯 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘵𝘩𝘺? 𝘍𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘢 𝘥𝘢𝘺? 𝘚𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘯? 𝘛𝘦𝘯? 𝘈𝘯𝘥 𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦𝘴 𝘶𝘱 𝘢 𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯?

Per the dietary guidelines for Americans, it is recommended that the average adult has about 3 servings of vegetables/day.

One serving is equal to 1 cup of fresh vegetables, except with leafy greens where 1 serving = 2 cups.

Frozen and canned vegetables are also an acceptable alternative to fresh.

The average person simply is not getting enough in their regular diet. Increasing fruit and vegetable consumption provides valuable vitamins, nutrients, and fiber to maintain optimal health, while limiting excess calorie intake.

Get ready to make a healthy change on Fresh Veggies Day! This is the ideal opportunity to invite family, friends, and neighbors around for a fun and surprising meat-free feast!