N2N (Neighbor to Neighbor) Rides Program: call our service number (below) for a ride to medical appointments or for shopping, educational or social outings.
The AFCI Resource Directory, a valuable guide to all kinds of services available locally and throughout the state, can be accessed through our website or you may request a pdf copy.
Walk the Gym Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1-2 at the Gould Academy Field House.
Professional Home Safety Assessment – Free Occupational Therapist Brie Weisman will assess your personal risk for falls and potential safety issues in your home; call her at 364-7056.
Community
We are so lucky to live in a community that offers tremendous events of all kinds. For more information on what’s going on, visit these websites or find them on Facebook. And remember you may get an N2N ride to any local events – just call our service number (below).
Bethel Chamber of Commerce “Events” (bethelmaine.com).
Offerings from the Bethel Library (https://www.bethellibraryassociation.org/ On the right panel, click on “Calendar and Recent Events.”)
Linda Howe’s column in this newspaper.
Classes at the Senior College: (Contact us to request a digital course bulletin.)
A wide variety of technology classes – all free! Instructor-led, in-person classes at Telstar Adult Ed. and Bethel Library) – also available online. For more information and to register: https://digitalequitycenter.org/classes/about-ndec-classes/. You may also register on a paper copy at the Library or call Telstar 824-2136, ext. 1340.
Community Supper – Wednesday, March 29, 4:30-6, Bethel Alliance Church.
Conversation, coffee, and a bagel or doughnut, Thursdays, 9-noon, Bethel Alliance Church.
Movies: The Gem Theater (thegemtheater.com)
Bethel Food Pantry: EVERY Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, 9-11.
Tips from AARP:
Another drug maker has reduced their insulin prices: https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/advocacy/info-2023/novo-nordisk-insulin-prices.html?/
Want to enjoy your popcorn guilt-free? Or how about your daily cuppa coffee? New research on foods you shouldn’t be shunning: https://www.aarp.org/health/healthy-living/info-2023/foods-that-get-an-unfair-bad-rap.html?
Having proper storage can create a clutter-free home and help prevent accidents. This video shows some solutions you can implement: https://videos.aarp.org/detail/video/6322081119112/3-must-have-storage-solutions?
All AFCI services are free. To request an N2N ride or other service: 207-824-4444. For information, inquiries, and suggestions – email: agefriendlybethel@gmail.com, visit our Facebook page or website www.agefriendlybethel.org. We love to hear from you!
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