Noell Hyman When I was in school learning about exercise and health, the emphasis was on muscles, weight and bones. Or maybe that was just what I focused on; I do not remember hearing much about the importance of care for the joints, the spine and the nerves at that time. But we all get…
Tag: health
Clubs & Classes, July 2017
Know the signs of pet heatstroke
Heatstroke is a real concern for Arizona pets. Failing to recognize the signs can be extremely dangerous – even deadly – to your beloved pet. Dogs are the most at risk, because they spend more time outdoors and traveling with us in vehicles than other pets. It is crucial to know the signs of heatstroke and…
Clubs & Classes, July 2017
Energy yoga class schedule for July 2017
Morning classes are held on Mondays and Thursdays from 7:45-8:45 a.m., and on Tuesdays from 7:30-8:30 a.m. I have a training class in Tempe at 9:00 a.m. through July and August. Afternoon classes are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00-5:00 p.m. There will be no classes on Monday afternoon until fall. The Monday afternoon…
Clubs & Classes, July 2017
Making wellness a part of successful aging: Interview with Kelly Stranburg
Sue Schwartz This is the final article in our series of three. Prior articles may be viewed at www.cwpvconnections.com; questions: [email protected]. Q: What makes Senior Living Communities’ approach to health and wellness unique? Beyond offering the most innovative calendar of fitness and general health-oriented programming available, as a company, we have invested in the equipment,…
Clubs & Classes, July 2017
Essential oil workshop
Connie Koehler Join us for an essential oil workshop on Wednesday, July 12, from 1:00-2:00 p.m., at the SunBird Golf Resort Clubhouse, Navajo Room (3rd floor), 6250 SunBird Blvd. The topic will be Oil Blends that Rid Our Bodies of Cellulite. Shelley Zavarella and Paullene Caraher will host a workshop to make an oil blend…
Clubs & Classes, June 2017
Tai Chi as therapy all summer
Kim Kubsch With movement, there is improvement! Did you know that the gentle martial art of tai chi can build strength and ease symptoms? Tai chi can be a great indoor movement to enjoy any time of year, but especially during our hot summers and, at the same time, meet like-minded friends in Sun Lakes…
Clubs & Classes, June 2017
Reiki Circle news
Rina Cupples When I lived in Connecticut, we hibernated indoors in the winter. Now in Arizona, I stay in a good deal during hot summer days. These periods of hibernation offer me opportunities to slow down, calm my harried brain, rest my overtaxed body. And I have time for Reiki treatments … soothing, restorative, regenerating…
Clubs & Classes, June 2017
Healing with Essential Oils
The first Wednesday of the month is June 7 and time for sharing your experiences with the Young Living Essential Oils from 1:00-2:00 p.m. For the June gathering, people asked for oils to help with thinning hair. It seems as people age, their eyebrows thin out and also the hair on the heads. Some wish…
Clubs & Classes, June 2017
Energy Yoga exercise classes
Classes are held on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays; mornings 7:45-8:45 a.m., and afternoons 4:00-5:00 p.m. During June, since the classes are smaller, we will be working on exercises and poses (called asanas) to assist healing and better functioning of the organs. The liver and gallbladder, the stomach, spleen and intestines will be addressed. At the…
Generals, June 2017
Medicare, Medicaid and related health benefit information
Neil Tamber Personalized objective assistance to seniors, the disabled and caregivers provided by volunteer counselors especially trained by the Arizona Agency on Aging Benefits Assistance Program. Services include: * Basic information about Original Medicare, Supplemental (Medigap) policies, Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (Part “D”), Medicare Advantage Plans (HMO’s, etc.), AHCCCS (Medicaid), ALTCS (Arizona Long Term Care…