Personalized objective assistance to seniors, the disabled and caregivers provided by volunteer counselors especially trained by the Arizona Agency on Aging Benefits Assistance Program. Services include: Basic information about original Medicare, Supplemental (Medigap) policies, Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (Part “D”), Medicare Advantage Plans (HMO’s, etc.), AHCCCS (Medicaid), ALTCS (Arizona Long Term Care System) as well…
Category: June 2015
Community News, June 2015
SunBird Personalities: Audrey Dolezal
Bob Neuman If you have met Audrey Dolezal, you recognize three characteristics immediately. She still has her Australian dialect, looks to be no older than 60 and obviously has a wonderful zest for life. This fascinating lady was born in 1928 and raised in Sydney along with a brother and sister. The Great Depression swept…
Community News, June 2015
Footnotes from the library
Marilyn Klooster Summer is knocking at our door – guess we had better let her in. (Do we really have a choice here?) Temperatures are on the rise as our Arizona summer radiates in all its glory. Summer finds us wherever we call home and play – a good time to lay back, relax and…
Association News, June 2015
Notary volunteers needed
We are looking for residents who would be interested in volunteering to become notaries to serve SunBird. SunBird will take care of the expense of the application fee, bonding and official notary stamp. If you have an interest please contact the office.
Clubs & Classes, June 2015
Lions and LEOs sponsor concert
On April 11 the Chandler Sunbird Lions and the Basha High School LEO Club sponsored their long delayed annual Basha High School Band Concert. The concert, usually scheduled in January, was delayed this year due to a change in music directors at the school. New Music Director, Mr. Nathan Johnston, was able to put a…
Association News, June 2015
Manager’s Report
It’s official! The Clubhouse swimming pool remodel project is in progress and moving right on time! The Luau held to say good-bye to the pool was arguably the biggest, best party SunBird has ever had with over 350 in attendance. The roasted pig, chicken and all the fixings were excellent as all prepared by our…
Community News, June 2015
St. Steven’s is celebrating 154 years of service
St. Steven’s Catholic community is celebrating 154 years of service in ordained ministry to the church. Come join us as we honor our priests and deacons ordained to serve. Reception is in the Great Hall on Sunday, May 31 from 2:00–4:00 p.m. The following are being honored: Fr. Leo Pierre Hissey – 49 years Fr.…
Clubs & Classes, June 2015
Star-studded crafts for July Fourth
(Family Features) Celebrate your independence from another ho-hum summer gathering. Grab your family and friends for an evening of fireworks and a brilliant display of stylish crafts that give pops of red, white and blue. Patriotic gatherings are a great way to get in some extra bonding time with those closest to you. Whether you…
Community News, June 2015
SunBird Community Church schedule for June ministers
Bob Neuman “And after you suffer for a short time, God, who gives all grace, will make everything right. He will make you strong and support you and keep you from falling. He called you to share in his glory in Christ, a glory that will continue forever.” I Peter 5:10 Regarding God’s grace, author…
Association News, June 2015
Looking for help
We are looking for some interested volunteers who would be willing to learn how to operate the Ballroom sound system. Once trained, which is actually very user friendly, the volunteers should be willing to help various groups throughout the year during their functions. We are also looking for a couple of residents who would be…