Standish program helps seniors stay safe

A new program in the environs of Standish is one more way to make sure senior citizens are safe.

Standish Morning Check-in Program is for seniors and disabled residents of Standish who need that extra reassurance that someone cares.

Citizens will call in confidentially to a designated phone number and talk to a dispatcher or volunteer to let them know they are okay. The call would be made between 8 and 10 every morning.

If the dispatch center does not hear from you, someone will call to check in and if there is still no response your emergency contact person would be notified.

For additional information about how to participate in this program or be a volunteer for this program, call Deputy Paul Pettingill of the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office at 1-800-501-1111.

New Senior Dining Club

Southern Maine Agency on Aging is opening a new Senior Dining Club which meets once a month on the third Tuesday at North Windham Union Church. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and includes entertainment and a special meal. Recommended donation is $4, and reservations must be made by the Friday beforehand by calling SMAA at 1-800-400-6325.

The church is on Roosevelt Trail (Route 302) near the intersection of routes 302, 115 and 35. All area seniors are welcome.

Senior Advocates

Staff from Senior Solutions of SMAAA will come to help answer questions about Medicare, Social Security and other senior issues in a confidential atmosphere. Please call Virginia 892-3891 to schedule an appointment. This is a free service. The advocate is at Unity Gardens, 124 Tandberg Trail on the first Wednesday of every month.

-Kay Soldier, Senior Advocate