Robin Wilson This year, Neighbors Who Care bids a heartfelt farewell to a remarkable member of our team: Verna Mahnke, whose decade of service has shaped our organization and touched countless lives. Verna first retired in 2014 after a career in administration, accounting, and operations across the technology, retail tax, and food service distribution sectors.…
Neighbors Who Care’s Fifth Annual Event on Aging: Aging Made Easier: Body, Brain, and Balance! Register now for Neighbors Who Care’s Aging Made Easier: Body, Brain, and Balance. This year’s free conference is once again open to anyone and will include expert speakers and vendor tables full of informative resources. Neighbors Who Care’s 2026 conference…
Robin Wilson About seven years ago, Terry made the move to Sun Lakes, drawn by the lifestyle and promise of a vibrant, active community. Like many who settle here, she quickly immersed herself in everything the community had to offer, from social events to pickleball and long days on the golf course. But when the…
Robin Wilson Neighbors Who Care is looking for compassionate volunteer drivers to help local seniors get to medical appointments, the grocery store, and more. If you have a few hours a week, you can make a big impact! Weekly orientations make it quick and easy to get started—no long-term commitment required. Join our caring community…
Mary Shelor The Kare Bears Secondhand Rose Fashion Show was a great success again this year, and Jill Ponce entertained us all as she emceed the event with her wit and creativity. There was an added attraction this year, as the Basha High School String Quartet entertained the attendees on the patio before the luncheon.…
Robin Wilson Each and every month, hundreds of volunteers quietly and efficiently help hundreds of their neighbors remain safe in their homes. How do they do that? Our office staff and volunteers facilitate the requests of our clients and work to fill their requests. But have you ever wondered how many lives are actually impacted?…
The 2024 Bradshaw/Neu Tennis Tournament, sponsored by the Cottonwood Tennis Club, will take place Sunday, Dec. 1, through Saturday, Dec. 7. The Bradshaw/Neu is the largest and most exciting tournament of the year for both participants and spectators. Entry is open to all 55+ communities in the area, and all the Cottonwood courts are used…
Our Play It Forward 2024 team is filled with immense gratitude for the overwhelming support received from our sponsors, participants, and homeowners. This year’s aggressive goal was $25,000, and we smashed it! As of this writing, we have raised $34,095, and money is still rolling in. It was a fabulous day for Neighbors Who Care,…
Remember the days when the crickets were chirping outside and the kids were scrambling to collect fireflies in jars and sitting on the porch keeping company with the neighbors? Shooting the breeze was the way we kept in touch before we scrolled through our Facebook accounts or texted friends. There was nothing scary about it,…
Sheryl Keeme, Neighbors Who Care Executive Director When I meet someone for the first time around the Sun Lakes community, sometimes the first thing out of their mouth is, “What an awesome organization that is!” or “You do such good work!” The sense of pride I experience when I hear those words makes me feel…