Tag Archive for health

Nov. 3 program addresses caregivers during the holidays

Finding joy and meaning while caring for an individual with dementia is difficult, especially during the holiday season. Learn tips and tools from DementiaWise and the Alzheimer’s Association at a free workshop on November 3 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church. Facilitator Mark Young, MPA, has worked with the Alzheimer’s Association for…

Water Aerobics at Cottonwood

Karen Hall The weather here is slowly changing. Some of us Water Belles/Water Buoys do come to the pool around 6:00 a.m. just to get more exercise and the sun hasn’t totally come up yet! We still will be having our Monday through Friday class time from 7:00-8:00 a.m. For any additional information regarding our…

Medicare update workshop at SLUMC – October 11

Understanding Medicare and its ongoing changes is a challenge! Plan to attend this informative workshop on Tuesday, October 11 from 9:00-11:00 a.m. at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church, 9248 E. Riggs Road, Sun Lakes. The presenter will be Shelly Winson with True Choice Benefits. This workshop is being sponsored by Christine Lobdell Raney of Edward…

Sun Lakes Country Club

Mark your calendar for upcoming October events Health and Wellness Fair Date: Friday, October 7 Time: 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Location: Navajo Room Cost: Free Join us in the Navajo Room for a Health and Wellness Fair! Come get free flu and pneumonia shots from the Pharmacy at Safeway before the flu season hits – ADVANCED…

Zumba with Mary

Join these ladies for a great workout!

Mary Tyree Hi, everyone. Fall is here and the holidays are just around the corner so come and let me help you begin the process for a healthier and more vibrant you. What is Zumba®? Pretty much the most awesome workout ever. Dance to great music, with great people, and burn a ton of calories…

Why practice Qigong?

Kim Kubsch Because Qigong is a form of disease prevention, and it stimulates the relaxation response to promote healing and strengthens the immune system. It maximizes the body’s ability to heal itself. Research by respected medical organizations has helped to merge conventional medicine with this ancient healing modality to improve the quality of health and…

Healing with therapeutic essential oils

We are setting aside the first Wednesday of the month from 1:00-2:00 p.m. to informally meet and share. The next meeting is on Wednesday, October 5. For the October meeting Shelley will share oils recommended for seasonal changes. Many people get flu­like symptoms, allergies, runny noses and colds when the temperature changes. You will have…

Wet and Wild Water Aerobics

Marti Scott We have had a great summer and are looking forward to seeing our winter friends. We all know that there are many health benefits to exercising in the water. Many of our friends have helped new hips, knees and shoulders work better. We can do much more in the water than on land.…

Every step counts with I Love Walking

I Love Walking invites you to focus on a life-changing theme with us, Every Step Counts. Such a simple process, isn’t it? The only catch is that you have to actually do it! There’s a difference between being alive and living. People must be mobile to maintain their quality of life. The 30-year old leaning…

An invitation from the Reiki Circle

Lois Valleau There is a thriving Reiki community here in Sun Lakes and we’d love to have you visit us. For those not familiar with Reiki (ray key) perhaps I can clarify. What is Reiki? Reiki is energy, that life force that is present in every living thing. We at the Circle use it to…