Age in place grants available for Maine organizations

ELLSWORTH — Grants of up to $2,500 are available through the Maine Community Foundation to help communities be more supportive of older people’s health, well-being and ability to age in the community.
The grants will support community planning and development and implementation of programs that increase opportunities for people over 60 to stay in their communities as they age.
“Any community that considers itself focused on helping older Mainers age in their communities may apply,” said Laura Lee, MaineCF director of grantmaking. Communities that are a part of AARP’s Network of Age Friendly Communities; the national Village to Village Network; Communities for All Ages; Livable Communities; and Dementia Friendly Community initiatives are also invited to apply.
The deadline for applications is Jan. 15. Grant awards will be announced in mid-March; grant-funded activities must begin after April 1.
For mofre information, visit www.mainecf.org. Those with question eligibility or if their project fits, may ontact Laura Lee at llee@mainecf.org or 207-412-0838.