Dr. Rose Bricker Holiday stress can damage relationships. Frustration and irritation can erode them. There are things you can do to help heal the relationship and continue to build a strong bond with others. It doesn’t matter if the damage is with a family member, spouse, or friend. The principles are the same. Try these…
Features, January 2026
SBR Cancer Fundraising Breaks All Records!

Sandy Jessop The Saddlebrooke Ranch Cancer Support Group has been taking on cancer for more than 10 years, and 2025 was no different. Although our past fundraising has always been successful, the Cancer Support Group provided a new approach to include more residents in the fun. Our first annual Silent Auction took place on Oct.…
January 2026, Features
Savor Retirement: Practicing Self-Care in Retirement
Tim Malone Practicing self-care means intentionally nurturing your physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. It’s the art of listening to your needs and responding with kindness, not guilt. Self-care isn’t selfish—it’s foundational. It allows you to show up fully for yourself and others. Practicing self-care in retirement offers a wealth of benefits that extend far…
January 2026, Features
Featured Dog Walkers
January 2026, Features
Featured Cat Owners
January 2026, Features
Welcome New Neighbors

Linda Shannon-Hills On Dec. 3, 2025, the pictured new and soon-to-be residents attended the Newcomers Welcome Gathering. Please welcome them. We have a wonderful welcome program for all new residents moving into SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR). Each month, the Newcomers Welcome Volunteers hold a gathering for new homeowners and renters. You are invited to attend to…
January 2026, Features
Casino Night Fun at the Ranch

Katie Lundgren Patrick and Jacqueline Fancher of Unit 2 organized their fifth annual Casino Night, with proceeds benefiting SaddleBrooke Community Outreach (SBCO). This year, the donations surpassed last year’s by nearly $500, resulting in a total contribution of just under $6,000! Way to go, gamblers! Cheers and jeers filled the air as the dice were…
Features, January 2026
Thanksgiving Morning Turkey Trot

Katie Lundgren What a beautiful morning and what a fantastic turnout for our 4th Annual Turkey Trot! More than 80 people showed up to celebrate the start of Thanksgiving with a 5K Walk and a Food and Monetary drive for IMPACT of Southern Arizona. We collected over 528 pounds of food and $4,120 to donate…
January 2026, Generals
SaddleBrooke Community Outreach – January 2026

Save the Date—Lots of SBCO Events Coming in 2026 Nancy McCluskey-Moore SaddleBrooke Community Outreach (SBCO) has a busy schedule planned for the new year. We invite you to help us provide local children with the food, clothing, enrichment activities and post-high school scholarships they need to succeed. Through your donation of time and/or funds, together…
January 2026, Generals
Library Committee Announces First Book in “Read America 250” Program
Karen Daly Peltier The Saddlebrooke Ranch Library Volunteer Committee announced in December the “Read America 250” Program for 2026, to coincide with the commemoration of the 250th Anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The Committee will choose three books, which will be followed by a discussion session on a future date. All…


