Our Social Purpose
Our social purpose starts in Gorham, Maine but it carries on across the world.
The Home Instead network works to create a world where people own their aging journeys. We want all generations to age on their own terms, authentic to who they are as unique individuals, and connected to things that provide them with purpose.
This vision drives us to expand the world’s capacity to care.
Giving Back
Home Instead helps older adults age with greater hope and success whether they're our clients or not. Because we believe everyone deserves to age with grace and dignity, we strive to make that vision a reality by creating a world that's ready to care for each other.
Through our fundraising for the Walk to End Alzheimer's, our holiday gift-giving program: Be a Santa to a Senior, and sponsorship of numerous events and organizations that support older adults, Home Instead is committed to making a difference.
Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Home Instead Gorham is proud to be leading the way toward finding a cure for Alzheimer’s as the top fundraising team participating in the Greater Portland Walk to End Alzheimer’s. In 2024, we have once again surpassed our fundraising goal of $20,000. If you are interested in learning more about and joining this cause, go to act.alz.org. Our Home Care Team
Be a Santa to a Senior
This service program positively impacts the community by providing cheer, companionship, and gift giving to older adults who may otherwise be alone during the holidays. Be a Santa to a Senior is a true community initiative, powered by the generosity of local businesses, nonprofit organizations, retailers, and volunteers. This year we expect to brighten the holidays for over 900 individuals throughout Cumberland County. If you are interested shopping for an older adult. You can pick up a tag with the name and gift requests at the following locations:
390 Main Street Restaurant and Tavern – 390 Main St in Gorham
Blue Seal Feeds – 43 Main St in Windham
Bridgton Community Center – 15 Depot St in Bridgton
Chute's Family Restaurant – 686 Roosevelt Trail in Windham
Girl Scouts of Maine – 138 Gannett Dr in South Portland
Home Instead – 502 Main St in Gorham
Meow Lounge - 630 Main St, Westbrook
Sebago Brewery & Tasting Room – 616 Main St in Gorham
Sebago BrewPub – 29 Elm St in Gorham
The Black Horse Tavern – 26 Portland Road in Bridgton
The Blue Pig Diner – 19 State St in Gorham
Please note. All gifts must be returned to by December 4, so volunteers can get them wrapped and delivered before the holidays.
If you are interested in making a tax-deductible gift to support this program, you can send a check to Elli Care Foundation.
Elli Care Foundation
In 2024, Home Instead Gorham established the Elli Care Foundation 501c3 to support our philanthropic efforts. The Mission of the foundation is to enhance the lives of older adults in our local communities by supporting organizations and activities that are dedicated to improving their physical, emotional, and social health. Tax-deductible gifts can be made to:
Elli Care Foundation
c/o Home Instead
502 Main Street
Gorham, ME 04038
207-239-1356
Free Care Resources
We strive to help family caregivers navigate the aging journey by providing helpful free resources.
