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V O L . X X X I N O. X X I I 98 G I V I N G G U I D E 2 0 2 5 – 2 0 2 6 N O N P RO F I T P RO F I L E 2026 GOALS � Invest in Our Workforce: The SeniorsPlus workforce is its greatest asset and its primary service delivery method. We strive to be a leader in the community-based organizations through pay, benefits and a supportive and growth-based environment. � Deliver Quality Programming: SeniorsPlus seeks to ensure that our services are delivered with integrity, relevance to meet needs, and that they undergo quality assurance review. � Outreach: SeniorsPlus is consistently seeking opportunities for growth and refinement of service activities to meet the needs of a growing diverse population and service environment. � Lewiston Campus Expansion: SeniorsPlus will consolidate its facilities to the main campus at Falcon Road through the acquisition of land and construction of a multipurpose building that will allow for expansion of the Nutrition Services kitchen/programs and the education/convening center. � Aging Awareness: SeniorsPlus is committed to being a leader in the anti-ageism movement in Maine. Ageism has no place in Maine and we will work to ensure it is addressed through public policy and influence FUNDRAISING EVENTS/ OPPORTUNITIES SeniorsPlus has a Fill the Plate Breakfast fundraiser in March to sup- port Meals on Wheels. Sponsorship and attendance opportunities are available. A Capital Campaign is underway to fund our new Encompass Education and Nutrition Center in Lewiston. SeniorsPlus is building for its future with e Encompass Center. As a site for a new Meals on Wheels kitchen, packing and distribution center, along with direct services, a hub for information, educa- tion, and social connection, this $6.54 million facility prepares SeniorsPlus to evolve alongside the needs of the older adults and adults with disabilities we proudly serve in Western Maine. We are $3.6 million toward our goal and are actively seeking donations and naming opportunities for the new center. GIVING OPPORTUNITIES Along with the opportunities listed above, SeniorsPlus conducts an annual appeal each fall. We also seek corporate donations to help us provide the local match required by our federal funding. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES ere is a myriad of volunteer oppor- tunities at SeniorsPlus. Whether it be an ongoing or one day experience, we welcome and embrace volunteerism. We have a need for volunteer kitchen assis- tance, packing and meal delivery. We also use volunteers to host our social dining sites, provide administrative support, serve on our board and committees as well as assist with fundraising activities. Betsy Sawyer-Manter President and CEO Dustin Ward Chair Racial Equity and Reconciliation Advocate, It Is Time, LLC AT A GLANCE Established: 1972 / Employees: 92 / Annual revenue: $37,771,824 TOP FUNDING SOURCES 47.28% MaineCare 42.40% State of Maine 7.58% Federal 2.74% Other CONTACT 8 Falcon Road Lewiston, ME 04240 Seniorsplus.org www.facebook.com/SeniorsPlus MISSION STATEMENT The mission of SeniorsPlus is to enrich the lives of older people and adults with disabilities, their families and communi- ties, and to support them to make informed choices. We envision a future where all older adults and individuals with disabilities are engaged and respected while living quality, indepen- dent lives in the communities of their choice. SERVICE LOCATIONS SeniorsPlus is the designated Area Agency on Aging and the Aging & Disability Resource Center for Androscoggin, Franklin, and Oxford counties in Maine, covering 67 rural and urban communities. SeniorsPlus BOARD OFFICERS Don Berry Vice Chair Chair, Oxford County Democrats Gary McGrane Secretary Retired Marie Samson Treasurer Controller, Hebert Construction, LLC BOARD MEMBERS Roger Adams Account Executive, United Insurance Nancy Allen Retired Dorothy Berry Retired Colleen Fournier Commercial Loan Officer, Androscoggin Bank Roger Fuller Retired Mohamed Mohamed Mental Health Case Manager and Elder Specialist, Bright Future Healthier You and Immigrant Resource Center of Maine Roland Morin Retired Shawn Wright Financial Advisor, Investment Concepts