Pat Biancardi The Tuesday/Thursday Zumba class took time Thursday, May 17 to recognize and celebrate the birthday of their instructor, Shantoya Thomas. Come join this high energy group of women for a fun workout at the fitness center. Classes start at 9:00 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Tag: health
Clubs & Classes, June 2018
Tea luncheon with the Yoga Club
Laurie Rosenbloom The yoga group which meets on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings met on April 6 for a tea luncheon at the home of Mary and Bill Simmons. Cohosting this lovely event was Di Weeks. The women attending all brought a dish to share. Different teas and scones with clotted cream and lemon curd…
Features, June 2018
2 Your Health: May Is National Arthritis Awareness month
Brooke Smith, DPT, AZOPT Goodyear Clinic Manager and Physical Therapist Do you or someone you know have pain in their joints? You may have symptoms of arthritis. Today, nearly 50 million Americans suffer from arthritis. Arthritis is often misunderstood as minor aches and pain associated with getting old. However, there are many different forms of…
Clubs & Classes, April 2018
The cost of healthcare
Teri Sellers The Alzheimer’s/Dementia Caregivers Support Group is pleased to have Patricia Barraza present at our April 21 meeting. Healthcare such as non-medical home care, an Assisted living facility for seniors, Memory Care and Group Homes can be very expensive but a necessity in most cases, especially for dementia and memory care. It’s crucial to…
Generals, April 2018
Kare Bears’ Korner
Kare Bear board opportunities Teri Sellers For more than 20 years Kare Bears has been serving the residents of PebbleCreek. Now, there are a few opportunities for you to serve Kare Bears as a Board of Directors member. Teri Sellers, President and Joyce VanOrnam, President-Elect and Ronni Stalker, Nominating Committee Chair are currently accepting inquiries…
Features, April 2018
2 Your Health: Physical therapists, chiropractors, massage therapists – what’s the difference?
Anna McNamara, DPT, AZOPT Buckeye Physical Therapist There are many misconceptions regarding the similarities and differences between physical therapy, chiropractors and massage therapy. Patients often believe they are the same thing. In fact, the three professions have very different theories regarding the preferred method of treatment, the benefits of each treatment, and the level of…
Clubs & Classes, April 2018
Oncologist and Registered Dietician at Breast Cancer meeting
Have you been recently diagnosed with Breast Cancer? If so, we would love to have you participate in our Breast Cancer Discussion Group. We also invite those of you who have had breast cancer to come as your experience can be helpful to those just beginning the journey. Plus, you might learn some helpful information…
Generals, April 2018
Alcohol use among seniors
According to the NIAAA, alcohol increases the risks for falls and accidents, which can be very serious for people in this age group. It also slows down brain activity, affecting alertness, judgment, coordination and reaction time. In addition, drinking worsens many medical conditions common in older people, including high blood pressure and ulcers. What’s more,…
Generals, March 2018
Get Active for a Healthy Heart
(Family Features) While heart health and how to prevent heart disease are important topics, many people in the United States, including Hispanics and Latinos, remain at risk. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 23 percent of Hispanics and Latinos in the United States have high blood pressure, which can lead to…
Features, March 2018
New cardiac treatment option for seniors
Mary Ann Evans Now there are two options for terminal congestive heart patients: a heart transplant or an LVAD (left ventricular assist device). Heart transplants are virtually impossible for patients over 70 to obtain due to American insurance and hospital restrictions. The heartmate II LVAD is an electric titanium pump the size of a small…