Health & Wellness

Matter of Balance

Do you have concerns about falling?  Matter of Balance is an award-winning program that deals with issues surrounding the fear of falling.  If you are concerned about falling or are interested in improving your balance, flexibility and strength, this course is for you.

Please call Ann Murray at the Southern Maine Agency on Aging at 1-800-427-7411, extension 529 for more information or to register for an upcoming class in Scarborough, Portland, or Westbrook.

SMVA Walk

A volksmarch is a free, non-competitive walk which is open to people of all ages and abilities.  SMVA will be sponsoring group walks throughout the summer.  All walks will begin at 5:30 pm.  Pre-registration is appreciated just in case of a change.  Mark your calendars for the following dates:

Tuesday, June 3 in Yarmouth (meet at Hannaford Supermarket on Route 1)
Wednesday, July 2 in South Portland (meet at Hannaford at Mill Creek)
Thursday, August 7 in Sanford (meet at Hannaford Supermarket on Route 109)

For more information, please check their website at smva.8m.com
Easy Adventures

The 50 Plus or Minus Activity Workgroup is planning to get you to "Take It Outside" and to discover the joys of being physically active in the beautiful Maine landscape.  All of the events will be fun and adventurous without being in any way "extreme".















                
                      Hiking and Geo-Caching at the Scarborough Marsh-Enjoy the fall scenery as you hike near the marsh and use GPS devices to find hidden geo-caches.  Healthy Snacks provided. October 18 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.-Raindate October 19.


All events are adult only.  Space is limited.  Each event costs $10 or register for all three for $25.00.  To sign up or for more information about these events or about the 50 Plus or Minus Workgroup, please call Anita Chandler at the Southern Maine Agency on Aging at 207-396-6507.

Rafting/Kayaking/Canoeing-Enjoy the beautiful Saco River on an easy guided trip in a river raft, canoe or kayak.  Lunch included.  September 19, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Bike Ride on the SoPo Bikeway-Rediscover the joys of two-wheeled travel riding a comfort cruiser along the traffic free South Portland Bike Path.  Instruction, bicycles and guides provided.  2 sessions ( 4:45 p.m. and 5:45 p.m.)  October 1  from 4:30 to 7:00 p.m.  Healthy snacks provided.