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Maine Points: Senior Safety Awareness

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Maine Points: Senior Safety Awareness

Maine holds the unique distinction of being the oldest state in the nation by median age, a demographic reality that deeply shapes its social and economic landscape.

Currently, 23% of the state’s residents are aged 65 or older, representing more than 310,000 older adults who are still very active in working and community involvement activities.

Danny speaks with Tom Baran Traffic Safety Education Specialist with AAA Northern New England & York County Sheriff Bill King

Plus…..We discuss the Senior Safety Fair on March 13th! https://www.yorkcountymaine.gov/post/senior-safety-fair

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