Elder Law Office of Kienitz and Pross, P.A.

05/05/2026

The Maine Judicial Branch has received reports of fake messages being sent by text claiming to demand payment for unpaid traffic violations, including failure to pay tolls, speeding tickets, and parking violations. The Judicial Branch never sends enforcement notices or demands for immediate payment by text.

If you receive such a text message, do not scan the QR or bar codes in the message or click on any links in the notice. Never provide any personal or payment information.

If you have a question about a traffic violation, contact the Maine Violations Bureau's Helpline at 207-783-5422. The Helpline is available Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

An image of a fake text message can be found here: https://www.courts.maine.gov/images/scam-image.jpg

04/16/2026

Please beware of this scam that seems to be going around.

04/01/2026

🚨MAINE SENIOR FARMSHARE 🚨
🌟‼ ONLINE REGISTRATION REMINDER ‼🌟

**UPDATE 4/11/2026**
We just heard that the online application process for Farmshare has been delayed until JUNE 1st
That is all the information we have at this time. We will continue to update this post and others as we receive more information.

**UPDATE Thursday 4/2 @ 1:20pm: WE ARE NOW SEEING THAT THE APPLICATION WEBSITE WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE UNTIL APRIL 13th. TO SUBSCRIBE TO EMAIL UPDATES PLEASE CLICK THE LINK IN THE YELLOW BOX ON THE FARMSHARE WEBPAGE

**UPDATE 9:55am - The enrollment link is not available yet. Keep an eye out for it as it's set to "open on, or soon after 4/1/26".
Unfortunately we do not have further information as to when the link will be live, but we will keep this post updated**

**UPDATE 8:40am - as of now the link to the application is not open, we have not heard any update from the state as to when they expect it to be ready

Please visit:
www.maine.gov/dacf/seniorfarmshare
to fill out your application and register.
**WE CANNOT ASSIST WITH SIGN-UPS PER USDA REGULATIONS**

- You will need to fill out the application online and you can select Blackie's from the list of available farms you would like to sign up with
**YOU CAN ONLY SIGN UP WITH ONE FARM PER YEAR
- Once the application is complete, you will receive an email indicating your eligibility status
- If you are unable to access a computer, you may designate a proxy to complete the application for you, and use their email for the confirmation
- Completed Proxy Forms can be emailed to: [email protected]

For a copy of the proxy form, or for any additional questions please contact:
Maine Senior Farmshare Program
[email protected]
207-287-3491

Thank you for your patience and cooperation!

*WE WILL UPDATE THIS POST THROUGHOUT THE DAY*

01/26/2026

Our office is closed today due to the storm. Please be safe out there. ❄️

12/23/2025

Happy holidays from all of us at the Elder Law Office! Please note that our office will be closed on the afternoon of the 24th, Christmas Day, the 26th, and New Year’s Day. We wish you safe and happy gatherings with family and friends! 🎄

10/25/2025

The Sun Journal’s Aging in Maine series is full of good information.

This series explores ways to prepare for retirement, navigate the challenges of growing older and deepen community connections.

10/22/2025

Scams are on the rise, especially targeting elderly people. Look out for this one targeting vets.

⚠️ SCAM ALERT: Postcard Targeting Veterans Reported in Maine

The Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services is warning veterans and their families to be on the lookout for a new postcard scam circulating in other parts of the country and now making its way to Maine.

The postcard claims to be from a “Veteran Giveback Program 2025” and says recipients may be eligible to receive extra money added to their Social Security checks. It lists a phone number to call — this is a scam.

According to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), these types of scams often attempt to trick veterans and their spouses into calling fake phone numbers where personal information is collected or financial data is stolen.

👉 Remember:

Never share personal information (Social Security number, bank details, or VA claim number) with anyone who contacts you unexpectedly.

Be cautious of unsolicited mail, calls, or texts claiming to offer new or special veterans’ benefits.

For accurate information about your veterans’ benefits, contact the Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services directly at 207-287-7020 or visit maine.gov/veterans

🔗 Learn more from the FCC about these scams:

https://www.fcc.gov/phone-scam-starts-postcard
https://www.fcc.gov/veterans-targeted-benefits-scam

08/16/2025

Our office will have limited staffing August 18th through the 21st. Please call and leave message at 207-783-8500 and we will get back to you as soon as we can. Thank you!

06/18/2025

Our office will be closed on Thursday June 19th for the Juneteenth holiday.

04/24/2025

ROMEO in Maine 👨

02/12/2025

Our office will be closed on Thursday, February 13th, due to the storm. Stay safe!