“The Best Geriatrics Conference Ever!” REGISTER HERE for the 32nd Maine Geriatrics Conference: Where Policy Meets Practice [early Bird rate ends on April 22] YOU will be enlightened, inspired, and fully engaged. YOU will be prepared to advance ideas and systems that address older adult health disparities and optimize aging for others AND yourself. PLUS, the Conference is in […]
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Penobscot Valley Senior College499 Broadway, PMB #274Bangor, Me. 04401Telephone: (207) 659-1359New email: admin@pvscmaine.orgNew website: pvscmaine.orgFebruary 28, 2025 To Our Members, PVSC is excited to introduce Roland Dube as our new Administrative Coordinator. Roland will be jumping into the role previously held by Sheila Krautkremer, who is retiring. Throughout March, Sheila will be working closely with Roland to […]
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Here’s your “Welcome to 2025 gift” from PVSC—our January newsletter. We think it’s especially wonderful. Ann Torrey wrote a lovely tribute to our retiring Sheila K., and some members shared terrific photos and a great trip. Enjoy! PVSC_Voice_January-25_R2.pdf
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The Center on Aging and MCD Global Health are pleased to announce the availability of the Understanding Ageism Course. The course was funded by MCD Global Health and the Collaborative for Advancing Rural Excellence + Equity (CARE2). Developed by the Center on Aging with Mary Lou Ciolfi as the lead, this will be a key […]
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Virtual volunteering performed entirely online is on the rise, according to a new report co-authored by University of Maine researchers, creating new opportunities for service by removing geographical barriers and offering increased flexibility. The Civic Engagement and Volunteering (CEV) supplement to the Current Population Study, the nation’s most comprehensive report on civic engagement, also revealed […]
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Registration is open now for 2025 PVSC Membership dues–same cost as in the past, and any donations you wish to pay before the end of the year.Attached is the link to the PVSC three Winter Zoom courses, with the first one beginning Jan. 9th. Included on the listings is the information about our one-day presentations (ODP) that are free […]
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Identify. Understand. Respond. What is Mental Health First Aid:Mental Health First Aid is an evidence-based, early intervention course that teaches participants aboutmental health and substance use challenges. This course is being offered by the UMaine Center on Aging Senior Companion Program. When: November 4th, 2024Where: Lithgow Public Library, 45 Winthrop Street Augusta ME 04330Time: 9:00 […]
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From the Maine Council on Aging press release: The Trailblazing Advocate Award recognizes and celebrates the sustained contributions of trailblazers whose passion, actions, and advocacy have made Maine a better place for us all to age with dignity, health, purpose, and security. The 2024 honoree is Mary Lou Ciolfi of Bath. Mary Lou Ciolfi is […]
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SHOW HOW CREATIVE YOU ARE IN SOLVING MAJOR PROBLEMS FACING OUR COMMUNITY! Join us for a Start Summit on October 4th and 5th at UMaine – and learn how to develop a startup and pitch it to a panel of judges in just one day! The theme of this Start Summit is protecting older adults […]
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