Open house at library

Please join us at the Ed Robson Branch Library on Tuesday, March 22 from 2:00-3:00 p.m. for a traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony. Learn about the history of this ancient ceremony. The tea ceremony is experienced through the senses – hearing the sound of the water, viewing the display, touching the utensils, smelling the scent of…

Martell Chiropratic expands

For the past 10 years Martell Chiropractic has been located at the Ace Plaza Shopping Center offering chiropractic and massage services. Dr. Martell’s practice is expanding and moving to the Bashas’ Shopping Center the first of March. Dr. James Martell is a graduate of Parker College of Chiropractic and is certified in acupuncture and physiotherapy,…

Medicare, Medicaid and other health benefit information available

Neil Tamber 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…

Dinner and a show for only $12

Jo Birlin, Jim McElenny and Janine Schneck play an improv game at the Monday morning workshop. The ImproVables have been together for four years and are one of the only senior improv troupes in the Valley.

Andrea Hummel Looking for a fun night out? Well, here you go! On March 26 at Sun Lakes Country Club, beginning at 4:30 p.m., you can enjoy an entire evening of entertainment for only $12. The only thing you pay extra for will be your cocktail! Here’s the schedule: Cocktail hour is at 4:30 p.m.…

A world class resource – Neighbors Who Care

Eric Ehst, Executive Director Recently I was in Gilbert at a meeting of East Valley senior service providers. As soon as I introduced myself as being from Neighbors Who Care another attendee spoke up, “My grandmother lives in Sun Lakes and you take such good care of her!” Then the moderator asked somewhat incredulously, “And…

Spring into New Adventures in Learning

It is almost spring and spring means new beginnings. That is why the program that offers adult classes at the Chandler/Gilbert Community College is titled New Adventures in Learning. As we age we crave new experiences and new information. New Adventures can satisfy those cravings by giving us the opportunity to continue to learn throughout…