Medicare, Medicaid, and Related Benefit Information

Unsure? Confused? Personalized, objective assistance to seniors, the disabled, and caregivers is 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), and ALTCS…

Did You Know That Falls Can Be Prevented?

Join the HLAA (Hearing Loss Association of America) East Valley Chapter on Thursday, Feb. 12, from 12:45 to 2:30 p.m. at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church, 9248 E. Riggs Road. We will welcome Elton Bordenave, PhD, MEd. Dr. Bordenave is the director of the Center for Resilience in Aging at A.T. Still University. Dr. Bordenave…

The Holiday Music Is Over, But the Singing Goes On

Dottie Wodraska The Chordaires Show Chorus of Sun Lakes (Chordaires) entertained the community with a variety of holiday sing-out performances for a number of Sun Lakes community groups during November and December. As the new year begins, the Chorus is focused on preparing for the annual spring show titled “On the Air: Harmony Showcase,” scheduled…

8th Annual Successful Aging Dementia Conference

8th Annual Successful Aging Dementia Conference Join us for the “Dementia Decoded” conference, which includes understanding the condition, navigating the stages, solving problems, supporting care partners, and sustaining caregivers. The conference is on Thursday, March 5, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in Lindsay Hall at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church, 9248 E. Riggs Road.…

State Parties – February 2026

Dakotas ‘Round Up’ Party March 12 Steve Perkins It’s time to get registered for the fun-filled Dakota Party. North Dakotans and South Dakotans and friends from Sun Lakes, SunBird, and surrounding areas are all invited to the annual Dakota Party held from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 12, in the Sun Lakes Cottonwood…

President’s Message

Leonard Horst It’s February and the month we celebrate Valentine’s Day. This day of celebration has an estimated $25 billion effect on the American economy! It is a huge day for small businesses all across the country, with an especially high impact on flower shops, chocolate producers, and restaurants. We will celebrate here in Sun…