At Neighbors Who Care, we aim to help those homebound elderly remain independent in their homes for up to five years longer. Battling isolation is one way our volunteers can help those who can no longer move about the community gain a better quality of life and relieve the loneliness that often accompanies living alone.…
Category: October 2022
Generals, October 2022
Are You a Movie Lover?
If you enjoy movies and would like to have lively discussions about movies with other couples, we are forming a new group. This also will be a great opportunity to meet new friends. Please call Sandy at 480-532-4523.
Generals, October 2022
Breast Implant Info Event
Melody Viscariello Question: Did you know women with breast implants can suffer debilitating symptoms and not even realize it could be caused by their breast implants? Get the Scoop! Join us for free ice cream at the Palo Verde restaurant, at 10801 E. San Tan Blvd., in Sun Lakes, on Saturday, Oct. 15, from 11:30 a.m. to…
Generals, October 2022
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 Advantage Plans (HMOs, etc.), AHCCCS (Medicaid), ALTCS (Arizona Long…
Generals, October 2022
Deadline Reminder and How to Submit an Article
The deadline for the November edition is Oct. 12 by 4 p.m. Please send your submission on time, and early if possible! You can email your submissions to [email protected] or use our website: robsonpublishing.com/editorial. For article and photo guidelines or if you have questions, please call 480-895-4216.
Generals, October 2022
Dementia Friendly Info Class
Many in Sun Lakes have already been educated at the Dementia Friend Info class here at Neighbors Who Care. The Info Session helps in understanding dementia and how to best help friends living with it. People living with dementia need to be supported in the communities they live in. In Sun Lakes, you can help…
Generals, October 2022
Respite Care: What Is It and Why People Wait Too Long to Ask for It
Sheryl Keeme, Executive Director Everyone knows that airlines train their flight attendants to famously demonstrate how to apply the oxygen mask to one’s self before helping one’s child. Yet, as we age, many caregivers find asking for help to preserve their own health is often the last thing on their minds. Being a caregiver can…
Features, October 2022
The Remodeling Corner
Janet Cook October is National Kitchen and Bath Month, coinciding when people start anticipating holiday gatherings and what is needed to facilitate entertaining more easily, including the escape to a spa-like bathroom to relax and rejuvenate! Houzz, an online site about home remodeling and design, recently published their 2022 Bathroom Trends Study of homeowners who…
Features, October 2022
How to Organize Your Travel Bags
Kim Kubsch After you research your destination(s), its weather trends, and the main attractions, it’s time to make a list. Writing everything down—either on paper or on your phone. The list is the best way to guarantee that you do not forget anything essential. Organize your list into different sections: clothing, shoes, documents/electronics, and hygiene…
Clubs & Classes, October 2022
Desert Navy Update
Richard Volpe With the arrival of the fall season and things moving in a positive direction, the Desert Navy is planning on getting things back on track again with plans to resume their monthly meetings in October of this year. During normal times, the club would meet monthly from September up through May, and our…