Keyword: seniors

Independent announces Sun City West Senior Expo

9/28/2023
Independent Newsmedia is hosting its next Sun City West Senior Expo 9 a.m.-noon Tuesday, Oct. 24, at Briarwood Country Club, 20800 N. 135th Ave. The premier senior health and lifestyle expo …

Sun City Expo welcomes hundreds for information, …

9/27/2023
Independent Newsmedia is hosting its next Sun City Senior Expo 9 a.m.-noon Wednesday, Sept. 27 at the Sundial Recreation Center, 14801 N. 103rd Ave. The premier senior health and lifestyle expo …

Chandler senior is state IB student of year

9/26/2023
Before learning about the International Baccalaureate program at Chandler High School, Kyle DeRosier planned on taking only advanced placement classes. Now, as a senior, DeRosier has reflected …

Presenting sponsor, entertainment, more vendors added …

9/26/2023
Independent Newsmedia is hosting its next Sun City Senior Expo 9 a.m.-noon Wednesday, Sept. 27 at the Sundial Recreation Center, 14801 N. 103rd Ave. The premier senior health and lifestyle expo …

Peoria senior living community to become multifamily

9/20/2023
An age-restricted independent living community of about 115 residents in Peoria is transforming into a non-age restricted multifamily apartment community, meaning dozens of senior citizens are rethinking their living situation.

Sun City West food pantry seeks support as needs grow

9/18/2023
A satellite food bank operation in Sun City West is seeing increasing demand, and not just from inside the community.

Looking out for seniors in the Sun Cities

9/11/2023
It has been three years since new franchise owners began serving seniors in the Sun Cities.

Flu shot reduces risk of having to visit the doctor

9/7/2023
The last flu season prior to the pandemic, it is estimated flu vaccinations prevented 7.5 million influenza illnesses.

Mesa Senior Expo Nov. 15 at East Mesa Christian Church

8/28/2023
Seniors and families from Mesa and neighboring communities are invited to attend the Mesa Senior Expo 9 a.m.-noon Wednesday, Nov. 15, at East Mesa Christian Church, 706 S. Greenfield Road in Mesa. …

City of Scottsdale hosts Mah Jongg tournament

8/21/2023
The City of Scottsdale is hosting a Mah Jongg tournament Oct. 14 at the Via Linda Senior Center, 10440 E. Via Linda. Registration opens at noon and play runs from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. …

Florence to hold second annual carnival for …

8/21/2023
Grandparents of Florence, prepare to have fun — the Grandparent’s Night Indoor Carnival is back. The town debuted the Grandparent’s Night Indoor Carnival last year to celebrate …

Florence to hold second annual carnival for …

8/21/2023
Grandparents of Florence, prepare to have fun — the Grandparent’s Night Indoor Carnival is back. The town debuted the Grandparent’s Night Indoor Carnival last year to celebrate …

Elder abuse often goes unreported in communities

8/16/2023
The problem of elder abuse exists in senior communities and often people are unaware.

New Halloween store gets ready for Sun Cities shoppers

8/15/2023
A new store is set to open in Sun City and three months later the doors will close.

Blood donations in Sun City West make a major impact

8/15/2023
Summertime blood donations dip for a community blood bank.

Queen Creek resident extends family legacy of helping …

8/14/2023
Queen Creek resident Kyle Harris is no stranger to treating elderly family members with special needs. In fact, it’s become a family business. His father opened Senior Helpers franchises …

Preparing for end-of-life decisions

8/12/2023
When it comes to end-of-life planning, local experts say there are easy ways to make sure a person’s affairs are in order in an increasingly complex world.

Sun City hospital honored in U.S. News recognition

8/8/2023
Residents in the Sun Cities have access to healthcare at a nationally recognized hospital.

Benevilla has a new director for the West Valley …

8/7/2023
Benevilla has a new director of the West Valley Life Enrichment Adult Day Program in Peoria.

Queen Creek couple offers services to help fellow …

8/2/2023
The Emmelhainzes may be retired, but they haven’t stopped working. The 63-year-old Queen Creek residents Michael and Julie Emmelhainz, a former Boeing vice president and a 30-year nursing …

Seniors make mats out of plastic bags in Sun City West

7/20/2023
Seniors at The Heritage Tradition in Sun City West put a special craft to work to give back.

Gilbert Chamber honors top businesses at awards …

6/29/2023
Rich Ganley and Faith Roberts were honored June 20 as the Businessman and Businesswoman of the Year by the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce.   Ganley is co-owner of Colair Beauty Lounge and Med …

Mesa seniors enjoy visit by mobile exotic petting zoo

6/28/2023
Residents at Broadway Mesa Village Senior Living recently had a fun time with a recent visit from the Creature Kingdom, a mobile exotic petting zoo. Creature Kingdom brought rabbits, guinea …

Solstice Senior Living hosts unique event in Sun City …

6/28/2023
PRIDE events are taking place throughout the state and a senior living facility in Sun City West joined in for the second consecutive year.