Tag: health

Fit and Fun gathering

Susan Reynhout How is your new year going so far? Are you able to stick to your New Year’s resolutions? Do you need some support? Do you have one hour a week? We can help with positive support, reinforcement and information at our weekly meeting! We are learning how to get healthier. Come and join…

Medicare, Medicaid health benefit information

Personalized objective assistance is available to seniors, the disabled and caregivers provided by volunteer counselors especially trained by the Arizona Agency on Aging Benefits Assistance Program. Services include the following: 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…

Aerobic fitness competition

The Arizona Lifelong Fitness Foundation presents the Arizona Senior Olympics Aerobic Fitness Medley Competition on Saturday, February 27 at the North Phoenix Baptist Church, 5757 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85012; phone 602-707-5914. Check in is at 8:30 a.m., competition begins at 9:00 a.m. Create your own routine and compete in a small or large…

Dr. Geri Hall to speak at annual P.E.O. Coffee set for February 10

Dr. Geri Hall

“Senior Moment or Something Else: When to Seek Help for Memory Slips” is the title of Dr. Hall’s address. Dr. Hall, PhD, ARNP, GCNS, FAAN and Clinical Nurse Specialist, is an internationally recognized expert in the recognition and care of people with dementing illnesses. Currently employed by the Banner Alzheimer’s Institute, Geri developed, published, and…

Aging well workshop

On Thursday, March 3 at 9:00 A.M., an Aging Well Workshop is being sponsored by the Sun Lakes United Church of Christ. The event will be held at the Sun Lakes Chapel opposite the Sun Lakes Country Club clubhouse. Workshop Topics are empowering others to be your health care advocate in a crisis, what is…

Water aerobics in Cottonwood

Karen Hall Winter is in Sun Lakes. Even though the temperature can be on the chilly side, we try to still have our water aerobics. We dress accordingly while in the pool as well as when we go back home after class. Our schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00-9:00 a.m. and Saturdays from 9:00-10:00…

Hit the new year walking

Sue Schwartz Lace up your sneakers, bring a water bottle and join the I Love Walking group. Walking is the perfect form of exercise. It requires nothing but time and your own two feet. Walking at your own pace in the safe environment of our Palo Verde lounge, dining room, surrounding patio, Pro Shop, tennis…

The Road to Peace with Reiki

Lois Valleau What do you want to bring into your life in 2016? Along with tangible items, often we find we really want more peace, quiet, serenity and ease. These are qualities that can make all other things we do in our lives flow and Reiki can help you get them. Let me share with…

Free health programs offered

Whether you are caring for a parent or a spouse, success as a caregiver comes as much from a certain mindset as it does from effective techniques. Emotions such as frustration, anger, embarrassment, exhaustion and guilt are the most common areas that caregivers struggle with. This program will share 11 strategies that will help you…