April 2021

The Field of Hope

Lori Janik The Field of Hope is a memorial event held by the Exchange Club of Chandler each April to recognize and honor the lives of children lost due to child abuse and neglect the previous year. This memorial event also raises awareness toward our national efforts within the Exchange Club in regards to the…

Is It Safe to Volunteer?

Jennifer Gustafson, Community Engagement Manager You’ve become an expert at washing your hands, wearing a face mask, and social distancing. You may even have received your vaccination shots for COVID-19. You’re more than ready to get out of the house and do something to help others in need at this critical time. The question is,…

Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation

Joyce Spartonos As more of us continue to get vaccinated, the Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation (SLJC) looks forward to the time we can once again gather together in person for our Friday night services. But for the present, SLJC will continue its services virtually, via YouTube. Look for us under the heading Sun Lakes Jewish…

The Gratitude Attitude

Dr. Marc Drake, Senior Pastor, First Baptist Church Sun Lakes The story is told of a man who lived on the border between Wisconsin and Minnesota. For years he had assumed that he lived in Minnesota, but a new survey revealed that he actually lived in Wisconsin. His response? “Thank goodness, I never could bear…

In Passing

Edward Lyle Acton

Edward Lyle Acton Edward Lyle Acton, age 91, of Sun Lakes, Ariz. (formerly from Rochester Hills, Mich., and Manistee, Mich.), passed away on Saturday, March 6, 2021, at Dobson Home-Hospice of the Valley, Chandler, Ariz., with his family by his side. Edward was born on April 9, 1929, in Hamtramck, Mich., to Pearl (Osborne) and…

Why We Celebrate Our Social Worker Bonnie Kosar

Bonnie Kosar, Neighbors Who Care Case Manager, National Social Worker Day

Sheryl Keeme, Executive Director Social workers are the hardworking people who get things done for us when we need to be connected to help. They can protect the vulnerable and support people, helping folks solve and cope with problems, often treating mental, behavioral, and emotional issues, too. And Bonnie Kosar, Neighbors Who Care’s Care Manager,…

Sun Lakes Cottonwood Palo Verde at Sun Lakes

Message from the President Roger Beagle Last month, Adan Ruelas was named CWPV Co-Employee of the Year. This month, Adan became a United States citizen. This is a great achievement. We are proud of Adan and all he has accomplished for receiving both the 2020 CWPV Co-Employee of the Year and becoming a U.S. citizen.…