Age Friendly Saco

05/30/2026

05/27/2026

Age Friendly groups assist seniors in filling tax forms

05/23/2026

Age Friendly S**o and Age Friendly Biddeford are joining forces to help older residents make sure they receive Maine’s upcoming $300 affordability payment by assisting them with filing their Maine ME1040 income tax return.

Many older adults may not realize that if they do not file a Maine income tax return, they may not receive the $300 affordability check from the State of Maine. To help residents avoid missing out, Age Friendly S**o will host a free tax filing workshop designed specifically for older adults and individuals with simple tax situations.

“Our goal is to make sure older residents receive every benefit they qualify for,” said representatives from Age Friendly S**o and Age Friendly Biddeford. “For many people, this could mean hundreds of dollars back in their pockets.”

During the workshop, volunteers will assist participants with filing their Maine ME1040 tax return and will also help determine eligibility for the Maine Property Tax Fairness Credit program. Many residents are surprised to learn they may qualify for this valuable benefit even if they are renters and not homeowners.

In addition, the City of S**o offers a matching credit program that can further increase the amount residents receive. Combined, these programs may provide significant financial assistance to older adults living on fixed incomes.

Residents who would like assistance are encouraged to register in advance. Appointments and workshop details are available by calling Age Friendly S**o at 207-710-5029.

The organizations hope the program will help ensure that no eligible resident misses an opportunity to receive important state and local financial benefits.

For more information or to register for assistance, contact Age Friendly S**o at 207-710-5029.

05/22/2026

We had 12 attendees at our ROMEO Club meeting yesterday. We meet every 3rd Thursday of the month at Lucky Loggers! Hope you can join us next month.

05/21/2026

Need help accessing Maine’s $300 relief payment? 💸

Maine is offering a one-time $300 relief payment to help with rising costs. Southern Maine Agency on Aging is partnering with AARP Maine to help eligible older adults and adults with disabilities complete the paperwork needed to access this one-time payment if they have not yet filed a 2025 Maine state tax return.

If you already filed a 2025 Maine state tax return and meet the income guidelines below, your payment should be sent automatically:
• Under $50,000 (individual filer)
• Under $75,000 (head of household)
• Under $100,000 (married filing jointly)

If you think you may qualify but have not yet filed your 2025 Maine state tax return, we can help you complete the forms needed to determine eligibility and access this payment.

Appointment dates:
📍 SMAA Portland Center
2320 Congress St., Portland
June 11 | 1:00–4:00 p.m.

📍 Sam L. Cohen Center
30 Barra Rd., Biddeford
July 23 | 4:30–6:30 p.m.

📍 SMAA Portland Center
2320 Congress St., Portland
September 10 | 9:00–12:00 p.m.

Can’t attend in person? Call us anyway! A volunteer may be able to assist by phone.

📞 Call 207-396-6500 to schedule an appointment
📅 Deadline to apply: October 15, 2026

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05/19/2026

Want to remind everyone that the Romeo Club meets this coming Thursday. Hope you can all make it!

05/19/2026

AFS CHAT put together a ride to the Holy Donut on the Eastern Trail on Saturday, May 16th. They had a lovely day and enjoyed a nice donut before heading back. The CHAT program is looking into more rides to other destinations. We hope you can join us on one of these adventures. The ride is slow paced so that everyone can keep up and enjoy the ride.

05/18/2026

Age Friendly S**o has launched a temporary program to help eligible S**o residents learn how to receive the State of Maine’s $300 affordability checks.

These one-time payments from the State’s rainy-day fund are part of the 2026 supplemental budget passed in April 2026 and are designed to assist residents with rising costs. Eligibility is limited based on your yearly income: a maximum of $50,000 for single tax filers, $75,000 for head of household tax filers, and $100,000 for those who are married and filing jointly.

Maine residents who are not required to file taxes will not receive the checks, even if they meet the income criteria, unless they complete a 1040ME tax return. For personalized guidance from Age Friendly S**o, call their office at (207) 710-5029.

05/15/2026

Age Friendly S**o’s next luncheon on June 11th will be pulled chicken on a roll, side of beans, coleslaw, pickles and dessert. K5 reserves the right to change menu based on availability and cost without notice. Thank you!



Doors will open at 11:30 am with the meal being served at about 12:00 pm at the S**o Elks Club. You can sign up for our luncheon by filling out the attached link or calling our Age Friendly Office at 710-5029 after 10:00 am on 5-15-2026.



We ask if you are ill to please stay home for the protection of all attending.



We have limited seating. If you sign up and your plans change, please call Age Friendly S**o at 207-710-5029 to allow us to give your place to someone else.



Please note: * Donations to Age Friendly S**o are accepted*



If you need a ride, please let the office know when you register.

This month's luncheon will be pulled chicken on a roll, side of beans, coleslaw, pickles and dessert. Doors will open at 11:30 am with the meal being served at about 12:00 pm at the S**o Elks Club. Please complete this signup form to join us for this meal. We ask if you are ill, please stay home for...