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UNION Lorain Francis will share ways that the community and surrounding neighbors can help eliminate food insecurity in Knox County during the May 12 “Zoom with Vose Wednesdays” program at 6 p.m.
The Union resident is chairwoman of the town’s Age in Place Committee. She is on the Thompson Community Center Committee and the Come Spring Food Pantry board, and works for the Penquis Community Action Program.
Francis has been program director for AmeriCorps Seniors program and a member of RSVP Senior Corp. Volunteers and Knox County Gleaners, as well as a member of the Knox County Food Council steering committee.
9 of the Best Things to Do When You Retire
You ve waited all your life for this moment. Make the most of your retirement.
You wait and save and plan for retirement your entire life, it seems. And then, what?
Retirees often find themselves, quite suddenly, with more free time on their hands than they’ve made a plan for. Here are some of the most rewarding, productive or stimulating ways for retirees to spend their time.
1. Get fit
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Physical conditioning after 50 is an investment in yourself. Building muscle strength can boost energy levels, help protect you from fractures and allow you to bounce back when ill. It has been found to support sleep, elevate mood and reduce stress and anxiety.
Although the Colorado Springs Senior Center has been closed since March 15, Seniors can still get free meals through the center thanks to Silver Key. Every Monday, from 11:30 to 12:30, five frozen meals with a variety of fresh fruit and milk will be passed out to Seniors. Lois Daniels (right) picked up her meals and a jigsaw puzzle at the Senior Center on Monday, April 13, 2020. (Photo by Jerilee Bennett, The Gazette)
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