Michelle Wunsch, RN, MSN, AHN-BC Caring for a family member or close friend who is aging or ill is one of the most important roles you can play in that relationship—and one of the most complicated. The caregiving can happen suddenly with an accident or disease diagnosis or start gradually with driving your loved one…
Clubs & Classes, June 2023
Desert Ya Yas Celebrate Cinco de Mayo
Judithmary Hobson The Desert Ya Yas celebrated Cinco de Mayo at Manuel’s. Fun was had by all. Peggy Skelton and Samie were the hostesses for the day. After presenting each of the ladies with an embroidered coin purse, door prices were handed out according to what was in the coin purse. After the luncheon, a…
Generals, June 2023
Calling All Sun Lakes Resident Handcrafters
The Sun Lakes Women’s Association needs you! Are you a local Sun Lakes resident who makes distinctive, one-of-a-kind handcrafted items? The Sun Lakes Women’s Association is sponsoring a Holiday Bazaar on Friday, Nov. 3, and Saturday, Nov. 4, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The location is the Sun Lakes Country Club Navajo Room. The…
Generals, June 2023
Medicare, Medicaid, and Related Benefit Information
Personalized objective assistance to seniors, the disabled, and caregivers is available, provided by volunteer counselors trained by the Arizona Agency on Aging Benefits Assistance Program. Services include: Basic information about Original Medicare (Parts “A” and “B”), Supplemental (Medigap) policies, Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (Part “D”), Medicare (“C”) Advantage Plans (HMOs, etc.), AHCCCS (Medicaid), and ALTCS…
Clubs & Classes, June 2023
Cheers Singles Group
Cheers is a social club open to members from Sun Lakes, Springfield, SunBird, and Solera communities. Our current 189 members invite you to become a part of the Cheers family, whether you are a year-round or a seasonal resident. The club offers many activities and programs, including social time, wine tasting, dining out, book club,…
June 2023, Religion
A Different Perspective
Pastor Marvin Arnpriester In a conversation with a woman who always arrived early for church, she shared with me that it was important for her to sit in the first or second pew on the right facing the altar. From there she could see the beauty of the stained-glass windows as the sun shone brightly…
Features, June 2023
Traveling with Essential Oils
JoAnne Gaudioso Whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, by car, plane, or train, essential oils can help to ease the stress of travel, boost your immune system, and help you feel refreshed and energized upon arrival. The best part is that most essential oils can be easily incorporated into your travel routine. With a…
Clubs & Classes, June 2023
You’re Never Too Young to Join the Rock Club!
Doug Williams Welcome back to a former member, “Wally” Cornelius, who turns 96 on the 27th of this month. Wally moved from Chaska, Minn., to Sun Lakes Country Club in 1984 and stayed for 26 years before moving to Palo Verde 13 years ago. The first thing he did was join the Rock Club, because…
Front Page, June 2023
Volunteers Needed for Sun Lakes Posse Medical Group
The Sun Lakes Posse Medical Group is looking for volunteers to help with our Medical Equipment Loaner Program. Now is the time to have some fun meeting new people while supporting the needs of your fellow Sun Lakes residents! Volunteers will check medical equipment in/out of the office (at a desk with a computer) and/or…
Clubs & Classes, June 2023
Hiking in the Summer
Warren Wasescha, Sun Lakes Hiking Club As I write from the North, my Hiking Club friends have commented on how mild the weather has been this past month and how they’ve been able to enjoy a lot of hikes that normally would have been more challenging in hotter weather. It’s been a good extension to…