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When is the Right Time for Independent Living?
Retirement opens up a world of possibilities, one of which is deciding where to live and how to best prepare for the future. Making the

Preparing Your Home for Retirement
As you approach retirement or are already enjoying this new chapter of life, you’ve likely spent many years creating memories in your home. However, aging

Planning for Future Care: Exploring Your Options in Retirement
As you plan for your future during retirement, it’s essential to consider how you’ll protect yourself from the potential costs and challenges of long-term care.

How Pets Bring Joy, Health, and Connection to Our Communities
Whether they’ve been with residents from the start or joined their families later, pets are cherished members of our communities. From the friendly neighborhood dog

Aging in Place: The New Generation of Retirees
As time passes, generational perspectives on aging have evolved. Today, the Baby Boomer generation—along with the Silent Generation—is redefining what it means to retire. Rather

Building Connections and Community at Sun Health: A Social Space for Everyone
At Sun Health Communities, there’s always something happening — from daily activities to special events — there’s truly something for everyone, no matter your interests.

ADLs, Explained
When it comes to planning for your future, it’s never too early to consider the next steps in your retirement. Having a plan in place

John Couture named Sun Health’s Chief Optimization Officer
SURPRISE, Ariz. (Jan. 18, 2023) – Sun Health is pleased to announce that John Couture has been named Sun Health’s Chief Optimization Officer. He brings

Sun Health at Home-Smart Home Technology for Older Adults
Modern technology has paved the way for making life just a little bit easier! Have you ever been lying in bed and didn’t want to

10 Ways to Keep Your Mind Active at Home
Just like physical exercise builds muscle in your body, your brain strengthens when you exercise it. While spending time at home, it is important to

9 Unexpected Energy Boosters for Older Adults
When most people think of “energy boosters,” they think of coffee, energy drinks and other caffeine-containing products. While the jury’s out on the merits of

Memory Care: For When It’s No Longer ‘Just Forgetfulness’
We all forget things from time to time. In fact, most of us forget a lot. Do you remember what you had for dinner Tuesday

Toy Drive Held at the Communities
The holidays are brighter for foster youth thanks to more than 200 toy donations made to Thrive Arizona by Sun Health staff and residents at

Sun Health Christmas Luminaria Event 2022
The holiday season brought brightness and joy into our lives that illuminates our path into the New Year. On December 13th through the 15th Sun

20 ways to make your heart healthier and happier
You only have one heart. It works hard for you your whole life, nonstop. Show it some love. Even small changes in your lifestyle can

How to Spot a Scam, and What to Do When You Do
Unscrupulous individuals are using advances in technology and increasingly creative approaches in their attempts to deceive you into giving them money or personal information they

How to Age In Place
Aging in place has become a new retirement option in which people choose to remain in their home rather than transitioning to a retirement community.

The ABCs of Aging in Place
Deciding the right path for your retirement is not always as easy as ABC. That is why Sun Health Communities is happy to keep you
Independent Living
Enjoy as many community amenities as you wish, or choose to stay in. It’s up to you!
Health Services
Comfortable care in a private setting for those who need assistance with activities of daily living.
Life Plan Communities
A retirement living option that encourages a vibrant lifestyle with access to different levels of care onsite.
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