Dementia Friendly Sun Lakes will present “Dementia 101: The Basic Dementia Information Everyone Needs to Know” on Monday, Dec. 2, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church in the Education Center, Room 4. RSVP to Lori at 480-955-1633. Sun Lakes United Methodist Church is hosting an afternoon of learning how…
Tag: Awareness
December 2024, Generals
MCSO’S Financial Crimes Awareness Seminar Recap
Bill Shedd The Financial Crimes Unit of the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) presented a Financial Crimes Awareness Seminar at St. Steven’s Catholic Church on Oct. 24. The seminar was well attended, and a lot of very important information was presented to the large group. The presentation reviewed how to identify and protect yourself from…
October 2024
Breast Cancer Awareness
Jojo Meyer, Resident It was a defining moment in 1994 when, at the age of 24, I received my first cancer diagnosis. I was overcome with fear. My goal was to survive for my son. At the time, I was not educated in self-care or a holistic approach for healing. Nor had I evolved to…
October 2024, Clubs & Classes
Stop! Don’t Answer That Call!
R.O.S.E., Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly Unsolicited contact, whether through phone calls, emails, or text messages, is often the first step in many scams. Scammers rely on surprise and deception, making unsolicited contact a powerful tool to catch their intended targets off guard. Understanding this tactic is crucial for protecting oneself against various fraudulent schemes.…
March 2024, Clubs & Classes
Fraud Awareness and Protection Topic for JWV March Meeting
Come hear Joyce Petrowski, president of R.O.S.E. (Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly), discuss how to protect seniors and keep them safe at the most vulnerable time in their lives. Joyce will speak at the Jewish War Veterans’ (JWV) Sunday, March 17, meeting, which takes place in the Poolside building at Oakwood Country Club, 24218 S.…
February 2024, Clubs & Classes
Dementia Friendly Info Class
Sheryl Keeme Since Sun Lakes has been designated a Dementia Friendly Community, many Sun Lakes residents have taken the Dementia Friend Info class. The Info Session helps in understanding dementia and how to best help friends, neighbors, and associates living with it. There are still many neighbors in our community who have not yet been…
February 2024, Features
Dollars and Sense: Why Typical Tax-Savings Strategies Are Weak!
Dr. Harold Wong If you were a highly-paid person today, the CPA field basically gives three suggestions. Let’s examine why these strategies don’t achieve big tax-savings. Buy a Bigger Primary House with a Bigger Mortgage. You can’t deduct interest on a mortgage loan bigger than $750,000. Today’s price of homes is much greater than five years…
January 2024, Clubs & Classes
Navigating the New Year: A Guide to Avoid Scams
R.O.S.E., Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly As we step into a new year, it’s crucial for older adults to remain vigilant against the ever-evolving landscape of scams that persistently target unsuspecting individuals. While some scams may take on new disguises, others linger with familiar tactics. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how older adults can identify…