Tag: health

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…

Water Aerobics in Cottonwood

Karen Hall We certainly have had a cold and rainy December and January! We are hoping the temperature will improve soon. Our class schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00-9:00 a.m. and on Saturday we get together from 9:00-10:00 a.m. Don’t hesitate to stop by the pool to check us out. You may also contact…

Sun Lakes Hiking Club expands hiking options

Hike Leader Vicki Deken talks about the life of an early pioneer buried along the trail.

Roberta Arpan Spring is in the air and the popularity of hiking among Sun Lakers continues to blossom! The Sun Lakes Hiking Club has now found it necessary to schedule several additional hikes each month to accommodate the number of residents who want to take to the trails. Club members (and “wanna be” members) have…

Fit and Fun gathering

Susan Reynhout How is your new year going so far? Are you able to stick to your New Year’s resolutions? Do you need some support? Do you have one hour a week? We can help with positive support, reinforcement and information at our weekly meeting! We are learning how to get healthier. Come and join…

Medicare, Medicaid health benefit information

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 Long Term…

Aerobic fitness competition

The Arizona Lifelong Fitness Foundation presents the Arizona Senior Olympics Aerobic Fitness Medley Competition on Saturday, February 27 at the North Phoenix Baptist Church, 5757 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85012; phone 602-707-5914. Check in is at 8:30 a.m., competition begins at 9:00 a.m. Create your own routine and compete in a small or large…

Dr. Geri Hall to speak at annual P.E.O. Coffee set for February 10

Dr. Geri Hall

“Senior Moment or Something Else: When to Seek Help for Memory Slips” is the title of Dr. Hall’s address. Dr. Hall, PhD, ARNP, GCNS, FAAN and Clinical Nurse Specialist, is an internationally recognized expert in the recognition and care of people with dementing illnesses. Currently employed by the Banner Alzheimer’s Institute, Geri developed, published, and…