Volunteer opportunities allow us to utilize our past experiences and skills. Over the years, Harpswell Aging at Home has benefited from the talents of many volunteers and has, in turn, provided those volunteers with an outlet to pursue their interests and passions. A conversation at a meditation ... Read More
HAH’s Friends Together program counters isolation with activities and education
One of the biggest issues facing older Americans is isolation. As Harpswell Aging at Home looked at its goals, one of the priorities was to offer more programming that would allow residents to safely gather with others — so Friends Together was born. “What people missed most was ... Read More
HAH Technology Assistance helps older residents navigate devices
Jeanie Rubio’s cellphone died unexpectedly. “I’m a minimalist when it comes to technology,” said the longtime Harpswell resident. “I keep it at bay.” However, Rubio worried about what would happen if her 10-year-old iPad died. Rubio reached out to Gayle Hays, with Harpswell Aging at Home. Hays, ... Read More
HAH Technology Assistance helps older residents navigate devices
Jeanie Rubio’s cellphone died unexpectedly. “I’m a minimalist when it comes to technology,” said the longtime Harpswell resident. “I keep it at bay.” However, Rubio worried about what would happen if her 10-year-old iPad died. Rubio reached out to Gayle Hays, with Harpswell Aging at Home. Hays, ... Read More
Harpswell Aging at Home welcomes all generations to volunteer, attend events
While Harpswell is the oldest community in Maine and Harpswell Aging at Home has “Aging” in its name, Harpswell and HAH both benefit from the involvement of multiple generations. The vibrancy that neighbors of all ages bring forth when they work together makes HAH better, so HAH wants everyone to ... Read More