Arizona’s only CCAH puts a health and wellness watchdog in your corner

Arizona’s only continuing care at home (CCAH) program, Sun Health at Home, puts a health and wellness watchdog firmly in the corner of its member’s lives, providing a higher level of care coordination and best practices to keep older adults independent. The goal? Helping those who prefer to remain in their own home to be […]
6 signs you might be waiting too long to join a Life Care community
Life Care communities come with an entrance fee that reflects the cost of homeownership in the area, so it’s not uncommon for prospective members to take their time deciding to join. “I’m too young and energetic to think about this kind of solution,” “I’m not sure we can afford it” and “I’m not ready to […]
When socializing doesn’t bring new friends knocking, try this

During retirement, socializing might not be enough to grow your circle of friends. Changing lifestyles can mean changing friends Friends come and go throughout our lives, changing as we move to new addresses, become empty nesters, divorce and retire from careers. Friendships require common ground, after all. When it’s lost, we quickly drift apart. […]
My mother has Alzheimer’s disease. Is it hereditary? Will I have it, too?

Is Alzheimer’s disease hereditary? When a parent is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, it’s common for other family members to worry about their own risk of inheriting the disease. The concern is legitimate, however, there’s more to the story. Both early onset and age-related Alzheimer’s diagnoses can sometimes have a genetic component, but presence of that specific […]
9 ways to help family members avoid caregiver burnout
Many family members care for a parent or spouse, giving without hesitation, but it can be hard to keep boundaries in place to prevent caregiver burnout. Love, obligation or just a determination to “do what’s right” can push them beyond their limitations, eventually putting their own health at risk. Recognizing that a family caregiver is […]
This is how Arizona’s best retirement communities can help you live longer

Arizona’s best retirement communities share a lifestyle choice in common with those who live longest… and it’s probably not what you’re thinking. It’s social interaction. Talking to the barista, the mail lady, a checkout clerk at Target, your neighbors and others you come into contact with during the day matters just as much as closer […]
3 reasons every retiree should consider a WiFi home assistance device
As a company focused on independent living for older adults, and building optimal health and wellness, we keep a close eye on useful technology that can help. A home assistant device using WiFi or Bluetooth is one of them. This advanced technology leverages simple voice technology, and can help seniors improve their safety, comfort, health […]
The difference between successful aging and preventable decline

Everyone defines successful aging a bit differently. What is the real definition and how might it apply what is preventable decline for some? Let’s take a look. A sharp contrast in aging I worry about my mother. After a divorce with my father then losing her second husband unexpectedly, she’s become a recluse that only […]
A Gift For Your Family

Sun Health at Home provides peace of mind to members’ adult children By Meghann Finn Sepulveda Staying independent is one of the most important aspects of aging. Many active adults wish to remain in the comfort of their own home as they age, but do not have resources or loved ones nearby to help manage […]
Redefining community wellness one patient at a time

Community wellness is on the mind of many within the healthcare industry, driving increases in holistic health outreach programs and initiatives for older adults who are more vulnerable to health problems, but the greatest impact is driven by actions of the individual, and personalized programs that provide support and accountability. When someone is in […]