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Make the Best In-Home Care Choice to Protect You and Your Family
Many things can impact the quality of care and your family's overall experience. Here's some tips to make sure you have all the information you need to make the right home care choice for you and your loved one.
Making the Most of More: 5 Ways to Prepare and Thrive in Longevity
Balancing longevity with well-being is not just about extending the number of years you have but about making those years vibrant, fulfilling, and meaningful.
Navigating Life’s Curveballs: How to Thrive After a Life-Changing Diagnosis
Life has a way of throwing unexpected curveballs our way, and one of the most challenging curveballs to face is a life-altering medical diagnosis.
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SLUMC Hosts “How to Thrive in your Second Half of Life” Seminar
Sun Lakes United Methodist Church (SLUMC) is thrilled to announce an empowering seminar, “How to Thrive in Your Second Half of Life,” featuring the esteemed speaker Benjamin Surmi, Social Gerontologist.
FRAUD & SCAM AWARENESS: Protect Your Finances and Peace of Mind
Join this FREE event to empower yourself with the knowledge to protect your finances and your peace of mind.
When Your Loved One Ends Up in the Hospital: Finding Focus Amidst the Chaos
How do you manage your schedule and your mind when a loved one unexpectedly ends up in the hospital?
Felix & Donna: Finding Balance in your Life through Volunteering!
Meet this month's Volunteer Spotlight Felix and Donna! See how they found balance in retirement by volunteering.
Join the Cottonwood Tennis Club Fundraiser for Neighbors Who Care
For nearly three decades, the Bradshaw/Neu Tennis Tournament at Cottonwood Tennis Club has combined competitive spirit with community generosity, raising funds for vital local charities.
Neighbors Who Care is Celebrating 30 Years of Serving Our Community
Thirty years ago, neighbors united to support elderly residents. Today, Neighbors Who Care helps over 600 seniors remain independent.
The Hidden Health Risks of Caregiving: What You Need to Know
Caregiving involves providing continuous support and care to loved ones and can significantly impact the caregiver’s health.
Welcome to the Team: Jennifer Adams Menasci
Jennifer Adams Menasci recently joined our team as our marketing and operations coordinator, assisting us in a consultant capacity in our marketing and event needs, as well as with operational efficiencies.
Bonnie: Healing Your Heart and Finding Joy in Helping Others!
Meet Bonnie, who began volunteering with us in March 2024. Her experience caring for her Grandma Dolly, who had Alzheimer’s, highlighted the profound importance of family and compassion.
Palliative Care – Embracing Life, Choosing Comfort, and Fulfilling Human Needs
Seniors can benefit from understanding palliative care, which focuses on holistic support beyond just medication. Learn how it differs from other medical care and improves outcomes.
Understanding and Combating Caregiver Guilt
Guilt, though sometimes less apparent than other emotions, is a common feeling that can arise from various factors during the caregiving journey.
Experiencing Depression in the Midst of Caregiving
Caregivers often experience depression due to the physical, emotional, and mental strain of providing care and neglect of their own well-being.
Caregiving Conflicts About Independence, Health and Safety
Caring for a loved one can be especially challenging due to struggles and conflicts over their health, independence and safety.
Shared Caregiving Responsibilities: Conflicts About Care
When sharing caregiving responsibilities with others, disagreements are common due to differences in expectations and emotions.
Understanding and Preventing Isolation When Caregiving
Caring for a loved one daily can be all-consuming, leaving caregivers little time for social activities and relationships with family and friends.