Celebrating Older Americans Month
May is Older Americans Month. Initially “Senior Citizens Month,” the name came from a meeting in April 1963 between President John F. Kennedy and...
P&Z gives thumbs up to plans for city’s largest apartment complex
The Planning and Zoning Commission this week unanimously approved site, landscape, photometric and elevation plans for what will become Maricopa’s largest apartment complex.
The proposed...
3 Province teams win Arizona Pickleball Players League state titles
Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in America, and Maricopa is no exception.
Three teams from the city, all representing the Province 55-plus community, recently earned...
Zoning in place, developer set to punch its ticket at Maricopa Station
The City Council on April 4 approved several rezoning measures that set into motion next steps on the long-anticipated Maricopa Station development.
After the meeting,...
What is infrared & how does it benefit your health?
Nature delivers infrared in sunlight. The sun emits a wide range of light, most of which is invisible. “Infrared” is the invisible light spectrum...
Continuing-care retirement communities worth a look
More than 2,000 continuing-care retirement communities exist nationally. They include all phases of senior living: independent, assisted, memory care and skilled nursing, packaged into...
Retired entertainer who worked with stars teaching Province tap dancers
It doesn’t take much to tap DJ “Daniel” Giagni’s memory.
Get him started recalling his show-business adventures and the stories roll off his tongue like...
A mindfulness focus can help you feel better mentally
Collectively we made it through another difficult year.
We have been challenged with many shifts in our lives. Life lends itself to shifts and changes,...
Solo agers: Procrastination not a good plan in dealing with your affairs
Last month, I wrote about the importance of reaching out to those who might be facing isolation during the holidays. That prompted me to...
February is American Heart Month: Is your ticker in good condition?
In the early to mid 1960s, more than half the deaths in the U.S. were caused by cardiovascular disease.
To heighten awareness, the first American...
Getting enough sleep? It’s vital as we age
Often people think of trouble sleeping as simply a part of growing older. It is not.
The body does require less sleep as we age,...
’22 in review: The rise of the apartments
The single-family home is king in Maricopa.
But a housing shift is beginning. More options are coming — in the short term and long term...
Maricopa seniors should be prepared for disasters to augment city plans
While images of hurricanes and wildfire destruction have been in recent news coverage, homeowners, renters and business owners can ill afford to ignore other...
Survey challenges conventional wisdom, perception about aging
This past June, American Association of Retired Persons and National Geographic published results of their joint “Second Half of Life Study” in the AARP...
As the year turns, it’s a good time to rethink how we live our...
This past year brought many challenges. Many of us are dealing with unexpected health issues. COVID-19 left its mark. Inflation had a profound effect.
Several...
Think good thoughts, focus on mindfulness as we enter new year
We made it through another difficult year when we were challenged with many shifts in our lives.
Life lends itself to shifts and changes, although...
Readers poll: Coming of high-density housing creates dilemma for leaders
The train has left the station on explosive growth in Maricopa. Like it or not, it is coming at the city fast and will...
Hitting it big: Local singer’s Las Vegas gamble yields long career in spotlight
During the latter stages of a three-year musical stint at The Fabulous Flamingo hotel and casino in Las Vegas in the mid-’60s, Tommy Ronca...
Remember seniors who might be alone in your holiday plans
The holidays are upon us. With the chaos of running back and forth getting ready to celebrate, it is important for us to remember...
City to increase fees at Copper Sky, other facilities
Maricopa is increasing fees at Copper Sky, the Library and Cultural Center, and Maricopa Senior Center and Community Center effective Jan. 1.
A Copper Sky...
Brandenburg: It’s always a good time to get heart-healthy
It’s the beginning of October. With temperatures falling, it’s time to consider how to take care of ourselves so we can enjoy the upcoming...
Options for senior housing, care
When it comes to decisions regarding housing at the time of retirement, most everyone is simply trying to decide where they want to live....
Seniors encouraged to join array of upcoming Senior Center activities
It’s sad, Catherine Bailey of the Maricopa Community/Senior Center laments, there are new people who don’t even know there is a center in the...
Smith: In emergencies, preparedness instills confidence
It’s that time of year when we are reminded by Mother Nature that emergency situations can happen quickly with limited warning. Although Arizona has...
Koczor: Alzheimer’s, dementia, take huge toll on families, economy
September is World Alzheimer’s Month. This year’s theme — “Know Dementia, Know Alzheimer’s” — highlights the importance of support for those diagnosed with the...
6 reasons to plan your own funeral
How do you want to be remembered? It’s an important decision. Preplanning your funeral now, before the need arises, puts you in charge of...
Walk-in tubs: what you need to know
I recently had a reader ask for information regarding walk-in tubs. My experience with them is limited to a neighbor who purchased one for...
Brandenburg: Aging population expansion will challenge all of us
Aging is inevitable. Like other transitions in life, changes can be physical, psychosocial and mental. Understanding the differences between those changes can assist in...
Woman faces threats of legal action from candidate
Betty White is a retired homemaker, real estate agent and legal secretary. At 72, she's lived a quiet life in Maricopa, and that’s the...
Koczor: The explanation of a complex topic, inflation
Here’s a simple explanation of inflation: a general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money. Inflation corresponds to a reduction...