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Area Agencies on Aging, Meals on Wheels, Medicare counseling, and elder care support across Maine, listed by region.
Maine's five Area Agencies on Aging are the backbone of senior services across the state. They run Meals on Wheels, free Medicare counseling, caregiver support, and connections to in-home care. Regional agencies include the Southern Maine Agency on Aging, SeniorsPlus in the Lewiston area, Spectrum Generations in central Maine, and the Eastern Area Agency on Aging.
Free, unbiased Medicare help comes through Maine SHIP counselors at your local agency. If you suspect elder abuse or neglect, Adult Protective Services takes reports 24 hours a day at (800) 624-8404. There are also property tax relief programs for older homeowners. Use the city filter below to find senior services near you.
Southern Maine Agency on Aging (SMAA)
The designated Area Agency on Aging for Cumberland and York counties. Provides Meals on Wheels, Medicare counseling, adult day programs, caregiver support, and connections to community services for older adults.
SeniorsPlus
The designated Area Agency on Aging for Western Maine since 1972. Serves Androscoggin, Franklin, and Oxford counties with nutrition programs, care coordination, Medicare counseling, and community services for older adults and adults with disabilities.
Eastern Area Agency on Aging
The designated Area Agency on Aging for Hancock, Penobscot, Piscataquis, and Washington counties. Provides Meals on Wheels, Medicare counseling, information and assistance, and community programs for older adults in eastern Maine.
Spectrum Generations
The designated Area Agency on Aging for central Maine, serving Kennebec, Knox, Lincoln, Sagadahoc, Somerset, Waldo counties and parts of Cumberland. Provides Meals on Wheels, Medicare counseling, adult day services, and community programs.
Aroostook Area Agency on Aging
The designated Area Agency on Aging for Aroostook County. Provides Meals on Wheels, Medicare counseling, adult day services, transportation, and community programs for older adults in northern Maine.
Maine Department of Health and Human Services
Maine's State Health Insurance Assistance Program provides free, confidential Medicare counseling through trained volunteers statewide. Counselors help with Medicare enrollment, plan comparisons, billing issues, and appeals. They do not sell insurance.
Maine Department of Health and Human Services
Maine's 24-hour toll-free hotline for reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of incapacitated or dependent adults. Calls can be made anonymously. For emergencies, call 911.
Alzheimer's Association
The Maine Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association provides free support, education, and resources for people living with Alzheimer's and other dementias and their caregivers. A 24/7 Helpline (800-272-3900) offers round-the-clock assistance in over 200 languages.
Legal Services for Maine Elders
Provides free legal advice and representation to Mainers age 60 and older on issues including Medicare, MaineCare, Social Security, elder abuse, housing, consumer protection, and powers of attorney.
Maine Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
A free, confidential advocacy program for residents of nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and recipients of home care and adult day services in Maine. Investigates complaints and works to resolve problems.
Maine Revenue Services
Maine offers several property tax relief programs for seniors including the Property Tax Fairness Credit (up to $2,500 for age 65+), Homestead Exemption ($25,000 off assessed value), and the Property Tax Deferral Program for seniors age 65+.
Maine Department of Health and Human Services
Maine's statewide phone line connecting older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers to local services and support. Call to be connected with your local Area Agency on Aging for help with home care, meals, transportation, Medicare, housing, and more.
Area Agencies on Aging, Medicare counseling, elder abuse reporting, and property tax relief.
Maine has five Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) that serve as the primary local resource for older adults. They provide Meals on Wheels, Medicare counseling, caregiver support, adult day programs, and connections to community services. Each AAA covers specific counties. Call the statewide ADRC line at (877) 353-3771 to reach your local AAA.
Maine's SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program) provides free, unbiased Medicare counseling through trained volunteers at your local Area Agency on Aging. Call (877) 353-3771 to schedule an appointment. Counselors help with enrollment, plan comparisons, billing issues, and appeals. They do not sell insurance.
Call Maine Adult Protective Services at (800) 624-8404. The hotline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Reports can be made anonymously. For immediate danger, call 911. APS investigates suspected abuse, neglect, and exploitation of incapacitated or dependent adults.
Maine offers several programs: the Property Tax Fairness Credit (up to $2,500 for age 65 and over), the Homestead Exemption ($25,000 off assessed value for homeowners), and the Property Tax Deferral Program for seniors 65 and over who cannot afford their tax bills. Contact Maine Revenue Services at (207) 624-5600 or AARP Tax-Aide at 1-888-227-7669 for free application help.