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| Program | Computer Classes |
| Agency | CyberSeniors |
| Description | Computer classes for older adults. Teaches seniors at little or no cost how to use computers and to access information on the Internet. |
| Address | One Monument Way, Portland, ME 04101 |
| Phone | 888-676-6622 |
| Hours | 8:00am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday |
| Website | www.cyberseniors.org |
| Payment Information | Private Pay |
| Age Requirements | 50+ |
| Program | Health Enhancement Program |
| Agency | Partnership for Healthy Aging |
| Description | A unique health improvement program that lets you create your own personalized plan for reducing health risks. Supports clients in reaching their health goals. |
| Address | 465 Congress Street, Suite 301, Portland ME 04101 |
| Phone | 775-1095, FAX: 541-7540 |
| pfha@mmc.org | |
| Payment Information | Donation on sliding fee scale |
| Program | A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns about Falls |
| Agency | Partnership for Healthy Aging |
| Description | Many seniors experience fear of falling and restrict their activities. A Matter of Balance teaches practical strategies to reduce this fear and increase activity levels. Classes are held twice a week, in sessions of four weeks. |
| Address | 465 Congress Street, Suite 301, Portland, ME 04101 |
| Phone | 775-1095, FAX 541-7540 |
| pfha@mmc.org | |
| Payment Information | $10 program fee, scholarships available |
| Program | Vocational, academic, arts, life skills and fitness classes |
| Agency | Portland Adult Education |
| Description | Offers academic and vocational programming, arts, life skills, and fitness classes for adults. |
| Address | 57 Douglas Street, Portland, ME 04102 (West School), and 196 Allen Avenue, 3rd floor, Portland (PATHS) |
| Phone | West School: 874-8155; PATHS: 874-8160 and TTY 874-8162 |
| Hours | Monday - Thursday 9:00am - 8:00pm, Friday 9:00am - 3:30pm |
| Website | www.portlandadulted.org |
| Payment Information | Set Fee |
| Age Requirements | 17 years and out of high school |
| Program | Education Resources for Seniors |
| Agency | Southern Maine Agency on Aging |
| Description | Community Education Program which includes: Senior News, Elders Days at the Maine Mall, the Senior Health Symposium, the Living Legacy Awards, and the Senior Resource Center. Also, a Medicare and Medicaid education program. |
| Address | 136 US Route One, Scarborough, ME 04074 |
| Phone | 396-6500, 1-800-427-7411, TTY 883-0532 |
| smaaa@smaaa.org | |
| Website | www.smaaa.org |
| Program | Osher Lifelong Learning Institute |
| Agency | USM Center for Continuing Education |
| Description | Provides a curriculum of intellectually stimulating learning opportunities and social activities for persons age 55+ |
| Address | P.O. Box 9300, Portland, ME 04104 |
| Phone | 780-4406 |
| Hours | 8:00am - 4:00pm, Monday - Friday |
| Website | www.usm.maine.edu/olli |
| Payment Information | Private Pay, Scholarships available |
| Age Requirements | 55+ |
| Program | Recreation, Transportation & Reminder Services. Also, Chore Services - heavy housekeeping & Companion/Homemaking Services |
| Agency | Aging Excellence |
| Description | Provides at-home support services & recreational opportunities for older adults. Services include homemaking, heavy chore service, transportation, telephone reassurance/reminder service, social trips and outings. |
| Address | 251 Congress Street, P.O. Box 8660, Portland, ME 04104 |
| Phone | 771-0991 |
| Website | www.seniorsonthego.com |
| Payment Information | $30 per month up to 31 contacts, $40 per month up to 62 contacts |
| Age Requirements | 50+ |
| Program | Jewish Community Center |
| Agency | Jewish Family Services |
| Description | Provides a variety of social, educational & recreational programs for seniors and families. Also provides counseling services, information and referral services, case management for seniors, friendly visitor program & Kosher Meals on Wheels. |
| Address | 57 Ashmont Street, Portland, ME 04103 |
| Phone | 871-0508 |
| jrosenthal@mainejewish.org | |
| Website | www.mainejewish.org |
| Payment Information | Private Pay, Member/Non Member Fees |
| Program | A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns about Falls |
| Agency | Partnership for Healthy Aging |
| Description | Many seniors experience fear of falling and restrict their activities. A Matter of Balance teaches practical strategies to reduce this fear and increase activity levels. Classes are held twice a week, in sessions of four weeks. |
| Address | 465 Congress Street, Suite 301, Portland, ME 04101 |
| Phone | 775-1095, FAX 541-7540 |
| pfha@mmc.org | |
| Payment Information | $10 program fee, scholarships available |
| Program | Older Adult Programs |
| Agency | Recreation and Facilities Management, City of Portland |
| Description | Senior trips, luncheons, exercise programs, educational programs and other social activities. Transportation is available, please call to find out more information. |
| Address | 17 Arbor Street and 134 Congress Street, Portland, ME04101 |
| Phone | 874-8870 |
| Hours | see program guide on-line |
| parkrec@portlandmaine.gov | |
| Website | www.portlandmaine.gov/rec/senioractivities.asp |
| Payment Information | Program Specific |
| Income Eligibility Guidelines | Program Specific |
| Age Requirements | variable |
| Program | Senior Center |
| Agency | Salvation Army Senior Center |
| Description | Social and recreational programs for seniors include Beano, Bible study, computer, arts and crafts, nutrition classes, walking club, flu shot clinics, entertainment, trips, Senior Chorus, and noon meals served M-F. |
| Address | 297 Cumberland Avenue, P.O. Box 3647, Portland, ME 04101 |
| Phone | 774-6304 x254 or x255 |
| Hours | 9:00am - 3:00pm, Monday - Friday |
| Website | www.servingnewengland.org/senior/index.asp |
| Payment Information | $5.00 per year |
| Age Requirements | 60+ |
| Program | Maine Senior Games |
| Agency | Southern Maine Agency on Aging |
| Description | A nonprofit volunteer organization that offers the opportunity for older people to participate in activities which contribute to their physical, mental, social and emotional well-being. The Maine Senior Games offers the numerous sports and recreation events. |
| Address | 136 US Route One, Scarborough, ME 04074 |
| Phone | 396-6500, 1-800-427-7411, TTY 883-0532 |
| alchandler@smaaa.org | |
| Website | www.smaaa.org |
| Program | Elder Arts |
| Agency | Spiral Arts Inc. |
| Description | The Elder Arts program provides visual arts classes (painting, drawing, clay, collage, and more) for seniors at a very low cost or free. Offers classes at senior housing complexes around the city and at other community sites. Ongoing classes are held on Mondays at Franklin Towers, from 10:00am to 12:00 noon, and on Thursdays at Harbor Terrace, from 2:00pm to 4:00pm, until April 2005. In addition, intergenerational visual arts and cooking classes are held at locations around Portland. Please call for more information. |
| Address | 156 High Street, Portland, ME 04101 |
| Phone | 775-1474 |
| Hours | 9:30am - 4:00pm, Monday - Friday |
| community@spiralarts.org | |
| Website | www.spiralarts.org |
| Program | Lifeline - Wellness & Exercise |
| Agency | USM |
| Description | Senior fitness programs including walk/jog, aerobics, tai chi, and yoga. Community wellness programs, rehabilitation programs for cardiac and pulmonary disease, as well as therapeutic massage. |
| Address | P.O. Box 9300, Portland, ME 04104 |
| Phone | 780-4170 |
| Hours | 8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday |
| pallen@usm.maine.edu | |
| Website | www.usm.maine.edu/lifeline |
| Payment Information | Private Pay |
| Program | Active Adults - fitness programs |
| Agency | YMCA |
| Description | Members of the YMCA Active Adults group participate in regular wellness programs such as aquasize, yoga and seated t’ai chi. Members plan luncheons, picnics and volunteer opportunities, and hold a social meeting once per month. A Coffee House is held every Monday at 10:30am. |
| Address | 70 Forest Avenue, Portland, ME 04101 |
| Phone | 874-1111 x217, Ann Hoyt |
| Website | www.portlandymca.com/activead.htm |
| Program | Senior Recreation Programs |
| Agency | YWCA |
| Description | The YWCA provides a variety of social and recreational opportunities for older women and men, who wish to remain active, healthy and engaged in the community. Adult activities include: Venture Club trips, Bridge class, Reader's Roundtable, craft-making and volunteer opportunities, and Arthriticize (water exercises) in the pool. |
| Address | 87 Spring Street, Portland, ME 04101 |
| Phone | 874-1130 x3005 |
| Hours | 24 hours |
| Website | www.ywcaptldme.org/ |
| Payment Information | Private Pay, Medicaid/MaineCare |
| Age Requirements | over 50 |
| Program | East End Time Dollar Exchange, Portland West Time Dollar Exchange |
| Agency | Hour Exchange Portland |
| Description | A volunteer service exchange program. Members provide over 500 services to other members. Services include transportation, minor home repairs, massage therapy, and volunteer opportunities for all ages. Please call for more information. |
| Address | 85 Grant Street, Portland, ME 04101 |
| Phone | 874-9868 |
| Hours | 9:00am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday |
| robin1@portlandtimebank.org | |
| Website | www.portlandtimebank.org |
| Payment Information | Membership required to exchange services with other members |
| Program | A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns about Falls |
| Agency | Partnership for Healthy Aging |
| Description | Many seniors experience fear of falling and restrict their activities. A Matter of Balance teaches practical strategies to reduce this fear and increase activity levels. Classes are held twice a week, in sessions of four weeks. |
| Address | 465 Congress Street, Suite 301, Portland, ME 04101 |
| Phone | 775-1095, FAX 541-7540 |
| pfha@mmc.org | |
| Payment Information | $10 program fee, scholarships available |
| Program | Senior Volunteer Program - Foster Grandparents, Family Friends, and Senior Companions |
| Agency | People's Regional Opportunity Program |
| Description | Senior Volunteer Programs: Foster Grandparents and Family Friends Volunteer opportunities for seniors interested in working with children in schools, child development centers or home settings. Senior Companions provide support to frail and vulnerable seniors. Time commitment varies from 4-20 hours per week. Tax-free stipend may be available. |
| Address | 222 St. John Street, Suite 254, Portland, ME 04102 |
| Phone | 773-0202 |
| Hours | 8:00am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday |
| slavigne@propeople.org | |
| Website | www.propeople.org |
| Payment Information | Program Specific |
| Income Eligibility Guidelines | Program Specific |
| Age Requirements | 55+ |
| Program | Volunteer Opportunities for Seniors |
| Agency | Southern Maine Agency on Aging |
| Description | “RSVP” (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program) places volunteers age 55 and over in numerous healthcare and nonprofit organizations throughout southern Maine. Volunteer Connections volunteers assist SMAA clients with friendly visiting and grocery shopping, assist in the SMAA offices, and help with special projects. Volunteer opportunities are also available in several other SMAA programs. |
| Address | 136 US Route One, Scarborough, ME 04074 |
| Phone | 396-6500, 1-800-427-7411, TTY 883-0532 |
| kmurray@smaaa.org | |
| Website | www.smaaa.org |