Our Programs

A Matter of Balance
kids learning bike safety
Elderly man drinking coffee
Community Breakfast Logo
Group gathered for a cooking class
Culinary arts students
Deer Isle FarmDrop
Trail Marker
Wellness Warriors
Salt Air Seniors playing bingo
Brown bag lunch
Haystack Mountain School of Craft campus
Labyrinth Walk
Magic Food Bus
HIP Supper Club
Gardening tools
Mariner Community Kitchen
Salt Air Seniors on the ferry
Elderly group exercising
Men Who Cook Logo
Stack of nonperishable food items
Snack Program students
Elderly hand
rack of wedding dresses
Pickleball group

Program Focus Areas

active island

Where people of all ages tend to and enhance their physical health and well-being through safe and expert-led programming.

age-friendly island

Where older residents can thrive, receive social and physical support, and age with dignity, respect, and joy.

edible island

Where local food systems are strengthened and people are inspired to create, experience, and enjoy good food in their homes, schools, and restaurants.

engaged island

Where community is celebrated and people work together with open communication, collaboration, and volunteerism. 

mindful island

Where healthy minds are encouraged and people are attentive to and appreciate the surrounding world.