Marie Milleage In November Mary King, Executive Director of Metroport Meals on Wheels, Roanoke, presented an outstanding and informative educational presentation about the effects of isolation on older adults. Ms. King explained the difference between loneliness and isolation saying that, “Loneliness is defined as an emotional response to feelings of emptiness, deprivation or sadness or…
Tag: Living Well
Generals, January 2016
2nd annual Turkey Trot 5k Walk/Run
Susan Hebert At 8:15 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day over 115 residents of Robson Ranch and their family members gathered to dance and spread holiday cheer before starting the second annual Turkey Trot 5K Walk/Run. The Turkey Trot was presented by the Robson Ranch Living Well Committee with Fred Thompson and Fred van Naerssen serving as…
Generals, November 2015
Living Well at Robson Ranch holds Women’s Seminar
Marie Milleage Living Well at Robson Ranch held the second annual Women’s Health Seminar in October highlighting breast cancer and heart disease awareness and survival. The American Cancer Society estimates in 2015 approximately 292,000 new cases of breast cancer will be diagnosed in American women with about 40,290 women dying from this disease. While lung…
Clubs & Classes, October 2015
Living Well walkabout
The Living Well Committee held their monthly walk around Robson on a beautiful Saturday in August. Over 20 residents, including new residents to the Ranch, joined in the fun of walking and getting to know each other as they enjoyed the great weather and scenery. These walks are held once a month on Saturday mornings.…
Generals, October 2015
Living Well program welcomes Serve Denton and Community agencies
Marie Milleage On September 2, Living Well at Robson Ranch held its second volunteer fair attended by seven community agencies. Patrick Smith, Executive Director of Serve Denton, enlightened the audience with reference to how local nonprofits are addressing the 19 areas of need among Denton residents. Mr. Smith stated, “It can be overwhelming to find…
Clubs & Classes, September 2015
Get your Flu Shot
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…
Clubs & Classes, August 2015
2nd annual Firecracker 5k Walk Run
Susan Hebert The second annual Firecracker 5K Walk/Run was presented on July 4 by the Living Well Committee with Fred Thompson and Fred van Naerssen serving as co-chairpersons of the event. It was a beautiful day with pre-walk/run activities starting at 7:15 a.m. with one of Robson Ranch residents, Sherrill Kerr, singing the National Anthem.…
Clubs & Classes, August 2015
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, August 2015
September 2015 Volunteer Fair
Marie Milleage On September 2, the second Living Well at Robson Ranch Volunteer Fair will be held from 3:00-4:00 p.m. in the clubhouse. Mr. Patrick Smith, Executive Director of Serve Denton, has arranged to give a keynote address directing attention to how volunteers can assist the needs of Denton County residents by working with non-profit…
Generals, August 2015
Living Well at Robson Ranch enjoys two relevant seminars
Marie Milleage The June Men’s Health program, “For Your Eyes Only,” was attended by 40 men who learned more about the two top causes of death for men of all ages. Rev. Dr. Gerald Jones, a Robson Ranch resident, moderated the event. According to the Center for Disease Control and the American Cancer Society, leading…