Thank You Source Book Volunteers!

Tracey Schryver

Last month the Kare Bears Source Book Committee lined Robson Circle just outside of the Kare Bears’ House to distribute the Source Books to delivery volunteers. The committee members led by Laurel Prom also included her husband Pat, Jerry and Jean Kopstein, Matt and Tracey Schryver, and Barbara Harvey. These committee members worked throughout the year to ensure everything went smoothly for the February delivery date. On delivery morning, the crew gathered with other volunteers to hand out thousands of Source Books and community maps to over 170 delivery assistants. These special assistants hand delivered each of the books and maps to homeowners’ front doors! This was a huge undertaking, and the committee members wish to thank all of those involved in making the 2026 Source Book and map delivery a huge success.

Kare Bears Events

Kathy Erlick

The Kare Bears Annual Meeting marked a special moment as we began our celebration of 30 years of Neighbors Helping Neighbors. Highlights from 2025 reflected the extraordinary impact of our volunteers in service to PebbleCreek residents: over 480 lives saved through blood drives, 96 residents CPR/AED certified, 100+ hearing screenings, thousands of Share Bears Bingo games played, and continued support for caregivers. Nearly 3,000 volunteer office hours, 1,120 equipment loans, and 431 rides demonstrated Kare Bears’ deep commitment to the community. Members approved the 2026 Board of Directors, welcoming new leadership for the year ahead. As we celebrate 30 years of caring, we strive to make 2026 the best year yet!

Fraud & Scam Awareness presentation (Wednesday, March 25, 11 a.m. to noon)—Learn about scams and get a comprehensive packet of resources, tips, and tools; learn how to protect yourself and loved ones from scams. Please join us in the Eagle’s Nest Ballroom.

Kare Bears Health & Wellness Fair (Saturday, March 21, 9 a.m. to noon). Located in the Eagle’s Nest Ballroom, the original Health & Wellness Fair, sponsored by Kare Bears, will be held again in 2026. Join us to learn useful information on how to stay healthy and get the most out of life. The Health Fair is a wonderful opportunity to meet medical and dental professionals as well as health and wellness exhibitors. Have your blood pressure taken. Receive vaccines such as flu, Covid, and shingles. Find a new doctor or dentist; find an assisted living space for a loved one. Visit the Kare Bears table for a chance to win a raffle prize. The Fair is free of charge to all PebbleCreek residents! New exhibitors like Banner Health—Goodyear and Spooner PT will be joining us.

For more information about Kare Bears and/or Events and Activities, please check the Kare Bears website at karebears.org. See the Kare Bears Event Calendar by selecting “View Calendar & Register for Events” on the website home page or type: karebears.org/monthly-events?month=3&year=2026.

Many Ways to Win at Share Bears Bingo

Nicki Forbes-Robinson

A beautiful stein made by Susan Pelikan of the Ceramics Club was donated to Share Bears for a raffle. It was presented to the happy winner Christine Beckstead by bingo facilitator Hilda Fermin. What a fun way to start off 2026! Share Bears appreciates all the donations we receive for this vital program. Share Bears Bingo is a Kare Bears–sponsored activity held Fridays in Eagle’s Nest Ballroom and is ideal for those who no longer want the more active options in PebbleCreek. It’s light-hearted competition and only a quarter a game. Join us at 10:30 a.m. for social time, and games start promptly at 11 a.m. If you’re looking for something to do, bring your $3.25 in quarters and join us! For more information, call 949-289-5471.

Sports Week at Share Bears Bingo

While getting ready for Super Bowl weekend, Maureen Plate, Donna Kabelac, Phyllis Thompson, Sandi Leishman, Bev Graham, Dave Johnson, Jim Schleimer, and Jerry Nuttell wore shirts, hats, and colors of their favorite football teams.