The Retired Older Men Eating Out program holds events at least once a month at the Grange building on Harpswell Neck Road. ROMEO is organized by Harpswell Aging at Home and offers free lunches and presentations on shared interests like sports, photography and fishing. "Harpswell's history has ... Read More
Cleaning out? Clearing out? Got extra stuff? Here’s how to donate it
Ah, springtime. It’s right around the corner, and for many of us, this time of year evokes a sense of renewal and a fresh start. Contemplating a major spring-cleaning effort? Downsizing to prepare for a move or just to simplify your life? Remodeling? Looking to clear out clutter or rehome perfectly ... Read More
Program started during pandemic to help Mainers’ wellbeing expands
Originally created to support the mental well-being of residents during the pandemic, the program has expanded to prepare Mainers for any kind of adversity.HARPSWELL, Maine — When powerful storms struck Bailey Island last January, they left a trail of destruction. For resident Gayle Hays, the ... Read More
From talking baseball to making cider, HAH programs build social connections
In May 2023, U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy called attention to “our epidemic of loneliness and isolation.” Locally, Gayle Hays, chair of Harpswell Aging at Home’s Health and Wellness Committee, noted that “many older people in our community live with loneliness and are isolated from others ... Read More
Rotary recognizes Bailey Island couple for volunteerism
Two volunteer leaders of Harpswell Aging at Home received the fifth annual Walter H. “Doc” Phillips Memorial Award from the Brunswick Rotary Club in September. During the presentation at the Harpswell Town Office on Sept. 19, club President Zander Abbott said Surrey and Hugh ... Read More