Age-Friendly Communities of the Lower Kennebec (AFCLK)
Our Projects
Chess & Checkers Tables
Sponsored by AARP, Davenport Fund, the City of Bath, Bath Regional Career and Technical Center and AFCLK three chess & checkers tables were installed at Elm Street Plaza in Bath in 2021.This partnership helped furnish a space for intergenerational activities for residents and visitors of all ages. Game sets are available at Country Farm Furniture and Maine Street Design Co. Two additional outdoor chess & checkers tables funded by AARP and Davenport Trust were set up outside the Bath Area Family YMCA in autumn of 2022. Chess and checkers sets are available at the YMCA front desk. Please return for others to enjoy!
Accessory Dwelling Units
AFCLK’s Action Plan Section on Homes includes promoting the production of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) to increase housing choices. In 2022 the Bath City Council unanimously passed an ordinance, to amend the land use code to include ADUs. An ongoing educational campaign funded by AARP helped create videos, a guidebook, and a trifold flyer to empower residents who consider an ADU on their property for a loved one, or a caregiver; to downsize or to rent for a minimum rental period of 90 days. View our presentation here.
Age Friendly Technology
In partnership with National Digital Equity Center, Age-Friendly Georgetown and AFCLK this program facilitates onsite training classes, free to Maine residents and currently offered once a month in a central location in Georgetown. In addition, eligible residents can receive a smart device and learn how to use it in five basic computer training sessions presented locally in 2024 – Get in touch now!
Volunteer Transportation Program (VTP)
The vision for the VTP is to create a network of neighbors driving neighbors throughout the peninsulas and rural communities. AFCLK is currently offering rides through the VTP in the communities of Georgetown and Arrowsic only, but work is underway to introduce it in Phippsburg and other towns. To learn more about the program or becoming a volunteer or rider in your town, click here.
Chess & Checkers Tables
Sponsored by AARP, Davenport Fund, the City of Bath, Bath Regional Career and Technical Center and AFCLK three chess & checkers tables were installed at Elm Street Plaza in Bath in 2021.This partnership helped furnish a space for intergenerational activities for residents and visitors of all ages. Game sets are available at Country Farm Furniture and Maine Street Design Co. Two additional outdoor chess & checkers tables funded by AARP and Davenport Trust were set up outside the Bath Area Family YMCA in autumn of 2022. Chess and checkers sets are available at the YMCA front desk. Please return for others to enjoy!