Michele Michaels, Hard of Hearing Specialist, ACDHH At some point in our lives we are going to end up in the hospital or a skilled nursing facility. People with hearing loss will, without question, encounter communication challenges while there. Michele will recount her own experiences in this realm and share the various types of services…
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Clubs & Classes, October 2014
A celebration of life planned
A celebration of Life will be held at the home of Sandra Iosue, 8922 East Minnesota Ave., Sun Lakes, AZ. The date is Thursday, November 6 from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. The purpose of the luncheon is to celebrate the lives of Post, Auxiliary and community members who have survived cancer, men and women. Iosue is…
Generals, October 2014
Medicare open enrollment for health and drug plans
Are you confused? Dedicated volunteer counselors, specially trained by the Arizona Area Agency ‘s Benefits Assistance Program, are available to help you understand the changes coming. Medicare Open Enrollment, October 15 through December 7, is the time for changing, enrolling/disenrolling in Medicare Prescription Drug Plans and Health Plans for 2015. Despite the introduction of medicare,…
Clubs & Classes, October 2014
Health seminars start in October
Paullene Caraher will be starting the Health Seminars in October. They will be held on the first Wednesday of the month in the afternoon from 1:00-2:30 or 3:00 p.m. and the second Friday of the month from 7:00-8:30 or 9:00 p.m. The purpose of the seminars is to give the community information on old and…
Generals, September 2014
Health and Wellness programs at Sun Lakes UMC
Terrie Phannenstill, Faith Community Nurse Sun Lakes United Methodist Church is pleased to continue its association with Neighbors Who Care and Edward Jones for upcoming presentations held on the second Tuesday of the month. The program schedule is September 9, “Arizona Ballot Measures” presented by Eric Ehst, Executive Director of Neighbors Who Care; October 14,…
Generals, September 2014
Free health insurance information now available
Dedicated volunteer counselors specially trained by the Arizona Agency on Aging’s Benefits Assistance Program provide objective, personalized assistance to seniors and the disabled. Services available include: Medicare – Information concerning Health Maintenance Organizations (HMO’s), Medicare Supplement Plans (Medigap) and Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plans available in Arizona. Help with enrollments, appeals, assistance with insurance…
Generals, September 2014
Rx for health discovered
What if you were offered a prescription for a product that helps prevent cardiovascular disease, improves strength and resilience, promotes healthy sleep, boosts your self-image, enhances your mood and libido, helps you manage stress and maintains bone density so you can remain active as you age? Would you go to any lengths and pay any…
Clubs & Classes, September 2014
Daily issues of hearing loss
Our hearing loss impacts us 24/7. Please join us for a discussion of the daily challenges we face with hearing loss. Come learn new communication strategies and share your successful solutions. HLAA Convention, June 2014, Austin, TX Arizona was well represented at this past HLAA convention. Two of our members will talk about their experiences…
Clubs & Classes, September 2014
Health seminars in SunBird to start in October
Paullene Caraher will be starting the Health Seminars in October. They will be held on the first Wednesday of the month in the afternoon from 1:00-2:30 or 3:00 p.m. and the second Friday of the month from 7:00-8:30 p.m. or 9:00 p.m. The purpose of the seminars is to give the community information on old…
Clubs & Classes, September 2014
Is weight gain inevitable as we age?
Many people put on weight and get less healthy as they get older; but is it inevitable? Short answer is no. But what can we do to avoid it or, reverse it if it’s already started creeping up? The first thing we need to do is understand why we tend to put on weight as…