Greg McCarthy
Greg McCarthy—A Helping Hand with a Heart of Gold
Robin Wilson
When Greg McCarthy became a volunteer with Neighbors Who Care in the Summer of 2018, he was no stranger to giving back. A longtime supporter of food banks, Habitat for Humanity, and Junior Achievement, Greg has always believed in the power of community service. But it was a simple internet search that brought him to our organization and a deeply personal connection that made him stay.
While looking for new volunteer opportunities, Greg came across Neighbors Who Care and immediately thought of his widowed mother living in South Carolina. He realized how much comfort it would bring him to know that someone like a Neighbors Who Care volunteer was checking in on her. That moment of empathy led him to join our mission, and he’s been making a difference ever since.
With a professional background in the aerospace industry, both as an engineer and in engineering management, Greg also used his leadership skills to coordinate education sponsorships for his company for Junior Achievement. That passion for education and service has naturally extended into the wide range of volunteer roles he now takes on with us.
Greg wears many hats at Neighbors Who Care, volunteering in respite care, friendly visiting, minor repairs, and business assistance. Through respite, he’s witnessed the wide spectrum of human need and connection. Some clients simply rest while he sits quietly to ensure their safety; others engage him in conversation or card games. One experience that especially struck him was caring for a non-verbal client. Each week, Greg would come over so the client’s wife could go bowling and have lunch with a friend. After the client passed, Greg happened to run into the wife who tearfully thanked him for giving her that precious time away—time that helped her refuel and continue her caregiving with renewed strength. It’s moments like these that remind Greg of the real value behind his efforts.
In addition to respite, Greg also lends his skills to minor home repairs, always going above and beyond to fix whatever he can, making homes safer and lives a bit easier for our clients. Most recently, he began a new connection through our Friendly Visiting program, bringing companionship and conversation to a client who looks forward to his visits each week.
Greg’s dedication is rooted in a simple but powerful belief: that support programs like Neighbors Who Care should be available in every corner of the country. We’re honored to have him as part of our volunteer family and grateful for the kindness, reliability, and warmth he brings to every client he serves.
Probate Pitfalls: An Intro to the Pain and the Solution
Join Neighbors Who Care’s Educational Workshop scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 19, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in Cottonwood’s Steve Nolan Lecture Hall.
Neighbors Who Care Workshop: Avoiding the Probate Pitfalls in Arizona
Neighbors Who Care invites you to an informative and engaging workshop designed to help you and your loved ones navigate one of life’s most difficult transitions.
Executive Director Sheryl Keeme will host and introduce two expert presenters:
• Lydia Wietsma, Certified Senior Real Estate Specialist with Power Realty, who will share real-life experiences of probate gone wrong in Arizona, often referred to as “the worst state to die in.” She’ll show how she helps families untangle the complicated, stressful mess that probate can create.
• Greg Agnos of Epic Services Company who will outline the practical steps you can take now to avoid probate complications altogether and protect your family’s future.
This free workshop offers invaluable insights for anyone wanting to safeguard their assets, ease the burden on their loved ones, and gain peace of mind.
This workshop is hosted by Neighbors Who Care, Sun Lakes, and Cottonwood Country Club.
Please register for the workshop by calling Neighbors Who Care at 480-895-7133, Ext. 170, and leaving a message with your name and phone number.
When: Wednesday, Nov. 19, from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Where: Cottonwood’s Steve Nolan Lecture Hall (Enter from the east parking lot at Cottonwood and look for signs to the hall.)
Cost: Free for all attendees
Fifth Annual Event on Aging Free Conference
Register now for Neighbors Who Care’s Aging Made Easier: Body, Brain, and Balance. This year’s free conference is once again open to anyone and will include expert speakers and vendor tables full of informative resources.
Neighbors Who Care’s 2026 conference theme is meant to help inspire folks to take all aspects of health seriously and simply.
Aging Made Easier: Body, Brain, and Balance
Aging doesn’t have to be complicated. Aging Made Easier is a conference designed for those in their 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s, and beyond who want practical ways to thrive in every stage of life. This event brings together experts and resources to focus on four pillars of healthy aging: physical health, mental health, cognitive health, and spiritual well-being.
Through engaging talks, interactive sessions, and simple tools you can use right away, participants will discover how to move with confidence, nurture brain vitality, protect emotional wellness, and find deeper meaning and balance. Whether you’re looking to stay active, strengthen memory, manage stress, or connect with your sense of purpose, Aging Made Easier offers guidance to help you live with energy, clarity, and joy.
Additionally, there will be a wonderful lineup of vendors with representatives to discuss the topics on your mind, from understanding home health care to hearing about tools for aging better.
It is taking place on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026, from 8 a.m. to noon at 23620 S. Alma School Road (Risen Savior Lutheran Church Worship Center). Don’t miss this morning filled with engaging experts who have prepared information for health hacks, lifestyle adjustments, and resources for all things aging, just for you!
Our line-up of speakers include the distinguished:
Keynote Speaker 1: Hemant K. Pandey, M.D.
The Brain Diet and other empowering tools for better brain health
Hemant K. Pandey, M.D., is a board-certified neurologist and sleep specialist with over 20 years of experience in neurological research and treatment. Dr. Pandey is dedicated to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research. He is the owner of MD First Research Chandler, Brain and Spine Center, and Nuronz.
Dr. Pandey completed his neurology training at West Virginia University Hospital, Morgantown, W.V., and graduated as the Chief Resident. He went on to finish a Fellowship in Electrophysiology encompassing Electromyography (EMG) and Electroencephalography (EEG) at University of Texas Health Science Center-MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas. He is board certified in Neurology, along with subspecialty board certification in Sleep Medicine, Vascular Neurology, and Clinical Neurophysiology.
Additional Information
Our host location, Risen Savior Lutheran Church, has designed their contemporary Worship Center, the site of our speaker presentations, with state-of-the-art accommodations for visitors. There is plenty of accessible seating for those with walkers and wheelchairs, outlets for those needing to plug in oxygen tanks, and connection for those with Bluetooth hearing aids. We will also have golf cart transportation from the parking lot to the front entrance if needed.
Coffee and light refreshments will be served in the Resource Fair Hall but may not be brought into the Worship Center. Bottled or contained water is permitted.
Please register online by searching “Aging Made Easier 2026” at Eventbrite.com or by calling Neighbors Who Care at 480-895-7133, Ext. 170, and leaving a message with your name and phone number.
When: Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026. Conference hours are 8 a.m. to noon.
Where: Risen Savior Lutheran Church, 23620 S. Alma School Road, Chandler, AZ 85248
Cost: Free for all attendees, but registration is required.
Register: https://tinyurl.com/2kpvpakr