Senior Living

Judy Saxton and Julie Vachon are sisters living their retirement years together in Maricopa. Tuesday morning the pair made their weekly trip to the...

Ready to find your “forever” home? Here are a few things to consider: The community you are looking at for your forever home should have...

With the holidays right around the corner, it’s an ideal time to start planning for the festivities. Enjoying the holiday cheer will help maintain...

The Maricopa chapter of the Military Order of the Purple Heart gathered Aug. 7 to honor the U.S. men and women who were wounded...

  By Al Brandenburg Last month I wrote about the need for a cemetery and internment services in Maricopa. This month we’ll address some things a...

A Maricopa icon officially became part of the Maricopa Historical Society’s inventory Saturday.  The famed Zephyr railcar was added to the Maricopa Historical Society’s list of assets at a breakfast...

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...

By Joan Koczor Have you ever been asked if you have a hobby and thought, “good question”? Maybe you like to watch TV or go online...

Senior Lunch & Learn hosted the Maricopa Police Department, specifically Chief Steve Stahl, to talk about senior safety June 21 at Copper Sky. Stahl...

A recent housing study conducted by the city prompted debates online from residents who oppose the idea of multi-family housing in Maricopa. Read the...

By Al Brandenburg Now that a true senior center is in the offing for next year, Maricopa Senior Coalition (MSC) is refocusing its efforts toward...

By Joan Koczor As we age, there is a greater emphasis on fitness to maintain health, independence and functionality. Physical activity on a daily basis is...

A geriatrician is an expert in the branch of medicine or social science dealing with the health care of elderly people by prevention and...

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...

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...

By Al Brandenburg The Maricopa Senior Coalition has three long-term goals. Internment and funeral services in Maricopa, digital-photo storage services and a livable/age-friendly community. As part...

Robocalls, those prerecorded, unsolicited annoyances that are becoming all-too-frequent in many households, have reached epic proportions. They are the largest source of consumer complaints...

Bob Marsh said there is a nationwide problem that could be turned into a golden opportunity for Maricopa. “Everybody my age has a shoebox or...

By Joan Koczor Mesothelioma (me-zoe-thee-lee-O-muh) is a rare type of cancer of the mesothelium caused by exposure to asbestos. The mesothelium is a thin membrane...

It’s election season, and advocates for those with disabilities are paying attention. Nearly 40 Maricopa residents discussed special needs services offered by the city Saturday...

A patriotic display of vintage military vehicles will march through Maricopa while honoring veterans on Nov. 12. The route for the third annual Veterans...

By Al Brandenburg Well, here we go again. Another year, another round of trying to keep the IRS from getting the best of you. The deadline...

By Joan Koczor Persons of any age can become a victim of a scam. Senior citizens are the most susceptible. Financial scams targeting seniors have become...

  By Joan Koczor Older adults need to be extra careful of overheating and heat stroke. As we age, our bodies cannot adjust to high temperatures...

By Bob Marsh I repeatedly see Facebook posts asking, “What services are available to seniors in Maricopa?” The question is coming from seniors who want...

Let’s make our living spaces easier on ourselves. Our older selves will thank us. We are going to start our room-by-room review in your...

By Joan Koczor The meaning of the American Dream has seen many changes since first introduced as early as the 1600s. The American Dream is mentioned...

By Joan Koczor Assisted living is defined as a type of long-term care facility for elderly or disabled people who are able to get around...

Last month, I wrote about the importance of reaching out to those who might be facing isolation during the holidays. That prompted me to...

Semi-retired engineer Bob Marsh moved to Maricopa seven years ago and has since sought to cure his insatiable itch to fix problems in the...