Card Makers of Sun Lakes

The Card Makers of Sun Lakes will be meeting on Aug. 16 at 1 p.m., in the Arts & Crafts Room of Sun Lakes Phase 1. Members will gather at 11:30 a.m. for lunch in the Sun Lakes Phase 1 Grill, but lunch is totally optional. Our meetings consist of making beautiful cards, with supplies…

The Remodeling Corner

Janet Cook The best construction and home remodeling conferences are the International Building Show (IBS) and the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS). They are great forums to share best practices and design trends and a venue for industry-related companies to showcase their products. Both IBS and KBIS have new product award competitions and judge…

Caregiver’s Corner

Do you know who can help you navigate your caregiving journey smoothly? Your treatment team can help you. Do you know your treatment team? It’s important to remember that knowledge is power! Know your treatment team. You are not alone on this journey. Help is available. Benefits of knowing your team include but are not…

Bugs Be Gone with Essential Oils

JoAnne Gaudioso ’Tis the season! No, not Christmas. It is the season when bugs and all sorts of pesky creatures invite themselves into our homes, our backyard gatherings, and our campsites. Whether you are trekking through the backwoods or stepping out in the backyard, you need protection against insects and bugs. With an alarming amount…

Word of the Month: Piastre

David Zapatka Reader Chuck Hakkarinen, commenting on the May WOTM column, writes, “In the 20th century, Paladin was the name of the character played by actor Richard Boone in the TV western “Have Gun, Will Travel.” He was quite the dandy, living in San Francisco, quoting the Classics, fast on the draw. I think he typically…

Deed Fraud: Protecting Yourself Against a Growing Threat

R.O.S.E., Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly Deed fraud, also known as title fraud or property fraud, is a scheme that has been on the rise in recent years, posing a significant risk to property owners across Arizona and throughout the country. This form of fraud occurs when scammers illegally transfer ownership of a property without…