Mary Jo Bellner Swartzberg Do not look now, but the flu season is inexorably upon us. Time to bulk up on antibacterial solutions/wipes—anything that will be used to remove the unwanted ubiquitous (and dangerous) critters that are everywhere! So … If we shake hands, clean your hands, or if we touch a door handle, clean…
Tag: Awareness
Generals, November 2025
SaddleBrooke Health Night Out Presents Advances in Breast Cancer
The next Health Night Out (HNO) presentation will be on Monday, Dec. 8, at DesertView Performing Arts Center at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. The presentation, “Advances in Breast Cancer Care,” by Dr. Jad M. Abdelsattar, will explain diagnostic advances and new technologies being used during breast cancer surgery, targeted treatments, and precision…
November 2025, Clubs & Classes
The Holiday Shopping Season—for Scammers
R.O.S.E., Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly As the holiday season nears, online shopping scams surge, targeting older adults who may be less familiar with digital red flags. Fraudsters exploit the rush for deals with fake websites, too-good-to-be-true offers, and phishing emails mimicking trusted retailers. These scams can lead to stolen money or personal information. Here’s…
September 2025, Features
Ways to Interact with a Narcissist
Dr. Rose Bricker A few months ago, I wrote an article about how to identify narcissist traits and behaviors. This month, I would like to provide some tips on how to manage the interactions you may have with a narcissist. If you are in a relationship with someone who has narcissistic traits and behaviors, the…
Generals, September 2025
Remembrance Mass for Those Who Have Died by Suicide October 10
Leslie Fore In observance of World Mental Health Day, Santa Catalina Catholic Church will celebrate a special Mass to remember loved ones lost to suicide and to promote healing for those who grieve their passing. The Mass will be held on Oct. 10 at noon at 14380 N. Oracle Road.
September 2025, Generals
Running for a Rare Disease: A Father’s Mission from SaddleBrooke to New York
Will Greene This November, I’ll be running the New York City Marathon—not just to test my endurance, but to raise funds for research on Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS), a rare and complex genetic condition that affects my son Ari. Many SaddleBrooke residents know my parents Abby and Randy Greene and may remember me from a talk…
June 2025, Features
Suicide … What You Need to Know
Suzanne Marlatt Stewart The population in the United States is rapidly aging. Baby Boomers born between 1946 and 1964 have had relatively higher suicide rates across the age spectrum compared to other birth peers in the United States. Given that by 2030, there will be more than 71 million Americans ages 65 and older, the…
March 2025, Features
The Plight of Homeless Women in Tucson—A Presentation on March 23
Leslie Fore Did you know that there are almost 700 homeless women in Tucson? Did you know that women are substantially less likely to be served in shelters and transitional housing? Did you know that the average age of homeless women at Sr. José Women’s Shelter is around 60 years old? Join the Santa Catalina…
August 2024, Generals
How Various Types of Media Can Impact Our Lives
Suzanne Marlatt Stewart For seniors, one of our main sources of entertainment is our television. Most of us have the awareness that not everything we see on TV, social media, or movies should we believe. Correct? Maybe not. We are more likely to watch television than engage in any other activity. A wave of new…
July 2024, Features
Spotlight on Advertiser: Help Protect Seniors from Fraud with these Tips
Mahnaz Pourian from the Home Instead® office in Coolidge, Arizona Technology provides a great way to stay connected with family and friends, get access to news and entertainment, and simplify tasks like banking and scheduling appointments. But online activity can open us up to scams. What’s more, scammers are particularly adept at targeting older adults.…