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RECOGNITION OF EASTERN AREA AGENCY ON AGING
WHEREAS, Eastern Area Agency on Aging(EAAA)has been serving Penobscot,
Piscataquis, Hancock, and Washington Counties since 1973; and
WHEREAS,Their mission is to be the best source of information, options, and services for
seniors, adults with disabilities, and caregivers; and
WHEREAS,Their quality programming provided 142,425 services to 7,102 residents of
Penobscot County in 2016; and
WHEREAS,EAAA addressesfood insecurity through Meals on Wheels and Panty Partners,
as well as Community Cafes; and
WHEREAS,Legal Services for the Elderly, Money Minders, and EZ Fix sustain older
person’sindependence through the aging process; and
WHEREAS, Novel Seniors, Elder Buddies, and Wellness Programming fulfillthe vision of
EAAA to create community spirit and strength through cooperation; and
WHEREAS,All of the Greater Bangor Area services for Seniors, as well as more programs
at EAAA, can be accessed through their exemplary Information, Resources, and
Referrals Department; and
WHEREAS,These services support independent living and respect the self-determination
of older persons as individuals.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Benjamin A. Sprague, Mayor of the City of Bangor, on behalf of
the City Council and the citizens of Bangor, do hereby recognize Eastern Area Agency on Aging
for their dedication to supporting older persons living well and aging well.
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Given this the 8day of January, 2018.
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Benjamin A. Sprague, Mayor