Vicki Baker Walking may just be the simplest way to stay active. Yet once winter rolls around you’re tempted to hang up your walking shoes, reach for the hot chocolate and grab a seat on the couch in front of the fireplace. But hibernating is for bears, not walkers. And these Robson Ranchers took advantage…
Tag: health
Generals, December 2016
Medicare Open Enrollment seminar
Lynne Barringer On Wednesday, October 26, Robson Ranch residents attended an informative and timely seminar on Medicare given by Jackie Hixson. The 2017 Medicare coverage open enrollment is from October 15 to December 7, 2016. During the annual enrollment period you can switch from Original Medicare to Medicare Advantage, or vice versa, from one Medicare…
Generals, November 2016
Walk your way to better health
Vicki Baker Getting and staying healthy takes commitment. And a walking group offers built-in support to keep you focused on your fitness goals. Robson Ranchers joined the Living Well Walkabout on Saturday, October 15, as a fun way to get fit and the perfect place to socialize, stay motivated and strengthen friendships, all while moving…
Generals, November 2016
What we learned from the Living Well Neuropathy seminar
Marie Milleage On October 5, Jason Meyer, chiropractor, explained that as we age our overall health can change and become chronic, long lasting and become complicated if left untreated. He added that every part of the body has peripheral nerves responsible for sending signals to the brain. Damage to these nerves can result in peripheral…
Clubs & Classes, October 2016
Visiting Angels bring independence to the elderly
Vicki Baker Few situations are more stressful than having someone else’s well-being in your hands. That’s especially true when you’re providing home care for a member of your own family. As an untrained caregiver, the sheer weight of the responsibility is often overwhelming. That’s why it’s important to realize the toll that caregiving can take…
Generals, October 2016
Living Well seminar: Arthritis and Joint Pain
Marie Milleage “Living with arthritis or joint pain is not an inevitable part of aging,” is the message relayed by Dr. John Badylak at the September Living Well seminar. Arthritis affects one in five individuals and is the leading cause of disability for two-thirds of Americans under the age of 65. If you experience increasing…
Generals, September 2016
Get your flu shots here
Great news! Flu shots and other vaccinations will be available six times this year for the convenience of Robson Ranch residents. The same company who has provided flu shots for the past several years, On-Site Health Services/Super Value Pharmacy, will be offering a variety of vaccinations again at the Robson Ranch Clubhouse on the following…
Generals, September 2016
Living Well presentation about vertigo
Marie Milleage The presentation in July by Doug Soell provided residents with a clear understanding about vertigo, dizziness and other balance problems. Many program attendees agreed that dizziness affected them at one time or another whether at home, during sports activities or at other locations. Doug shared that 90 million Americans seek care because of…
Clubs & Classes, August 2016
Let the Olympic games begin
Vicki Baker It’s that time of year again to strut your stuff at the Living Well Senior Olympic Games! The games feature 20 sporting or wellness events. The multi-sport athletic competitions promote health, physical fitness and improved quality of life and are suitable for all ages and physical abilities. Official game day is Saturday, September…
Generals, August 2016
Living Well at Robson Ranch Cataract Confidential seminar
Marie Milleage Dr. Russell Snook’s eye-opening presentation at the June 1 Living Well seminar was a straightforward explanation of current cataract surgery options as he noted, “Which are useful and which are not worth spending your children’s inheritance.” As one ages, several vision conditions that are common and can be corrected easily and safely include…