Are you facing difficulties as an older adult in the Bethel Region community? Or do you have an older family member or friend who needs help? Or perhaps you’re not into those elder years yet, but you love this community and hate to think you’d ever have to move. We hope AFCI can lead you to the services you need. And maybe you’d find joy in helping others in our community – and paving the way for your own healthy, meaningful later years. We’d love to hear from you – see contact information below.
Social isolation is the most serious challenge for older adults. Increasingly, as I learn from other Maine communities, I realize how lucky we are to live in a community that affords plenty of opportunities for people of all ages. Some are listed here, but remember to regularly check the Bethel Chamber of Commerce website (bethelmaine.com). And all these interesting activities? AFCI’s N2N Rides program can get you there.
Community
The Gem Theater (thegemtheater.com): Free Science on Screen Event, March 27. BAAM’s Comedy Night, Saturday, March 26: 7 p.m. door opens, 8 p.m. show; tickets are Pay As You Wish with proceeds benefiting the performers as well as future BAAM programming at The Gem.
At the Bethel Alliance Church: conversation, coffee, and a bagel or doughnut, every Thursday, 9-1, come for one hour or all four.
Community Supper March 30, 4:30-6 p.m. at the Bethel Alliance Church. Eat-in or take-out.
MSAD 44 Adult and Continuing Ed tech help on Tuesday evenings – free sessions, but call to reserve a time: 824-2136, x 1340.
Bethel Food Pantry, first and third Wednesday of each month, 9-2.
Health Tips
Are you having problems with walking or balance? AARP suggests five exercises: walking, calf raises, knee extensions, mini-squats, and hip abductions (https://www.aarp.org/health/healthy-living/info-2022/fix-gait-balance.html?).
Living Well for Better Health classes begin Thursday, March 24, 1-3:30 p.m. Online classes are free and will focus on chronic conditions: frustration, fatigue, pain, and isolation; appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength, flexibility, and endurance; appropriate use of medications; communicating effectively with family, friends, and health professionals; nutrition; and how to evaluate new treatments. For more information and to register: Jen Paquet (JPaquet@HealthyLivingForME.org or 207-620-1642).
All AFCI services are free. To request an N2N ride or a Handy Neighbor Household Chore: 207-824-4444. For information, inquiries, and suggestions – email: agefriendlybethel@gmail.com, visit our FaceBook page or website www.agefriendlybethel.org. And look for our flyers in public sites.
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