Georgine Hurst You have two kidneys, but to live a full life and thrive, you only need one. This unique organ design of our bodies allows us to help someone else to live a full life and thrive by donating one of our spares. Keep reading! You may immediately conclude that this isn’t for you.…
Tag: Health
May 2024, Clubs & Classes
What’s Holding You Back?
Debbie McGrady Well here it is already: spring. Are you sticking to your New Year’s resolutions? Have you changed a habit, set a goal, or challenged yourself? If the answer is no … no worries—you can still do it! Life passes by so fast and seems so short … what is holding you back? We…
April 2024, Features
Conscious Breathing
Rev. Suzanne Marlatt Stewart The human body can survive three weeks without food, three days without water, and only three minutes without air. Our breath is one of our most important healing tools, and possibly one of the most overlooked. Breathing is something you do continually, usually without conscious thought. Because it is so constant,…
April 2024, Generals
First Annual SBR Health & Wellness Fair a Huge Success!
Linda Shannon-Hills “This is an outstanding health fair!” and “Very well organized!” were just some of the comments heard at the first SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) Health & Wellness Fair. The Ranch House Sol Ballroom was buzzing with over 45 exhibitors and more than 360 residents in attendance for the fair held on March 9. Our…
Features, April 2024
2 Your Health: How to Have Healthy Relationships with Adult Children and Siblings
Dr. Rose Bricker Just because our children and siblings are now adults, doesn’t mean that our relationships with them are without challenges. The old pattern of communication is often continued throughout our lives, causing feelings of hurt, frustration, anxiety, and even anger. It’s not until we learn new healthy communication skills that the relationships can…
March 2024, Front Page
Spring into Health at the Health & Wellness Fair on March 9!
Linda Shannon-Hills, SBR Health & Wellness Fair Committee The Ranch is a very active and friendly community, but more and more residents are finding they need to find medical resources to maintain, improve, and thrive in their health and wellness. To meet the needs of our residents, SBR Neighbors Helping Neighbors is hosting the first…
March 2024, Generals
Did You Know?: SaddleBrooke Ranch to Hold First Health & Wellness Fair
Linda Shannon-Hills, SBR Neighbors Helping Neighbors New residents move to the Ranch and may not know where to start to find new physicians, specialists, and more. Help will be available during the first SBR Health & Wellness Fair on Saturday, March 9, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the Ranch House Sol Ballroom. Look for more information on…
Features, January 2024
2 Your Health: It’s a New Year! A New Opportunity to Make This Year a Great Year!
Dr. Rose Bricker We all have the ability to improve our thought patterns, behaviors, insights, skills, and perspectives. When we work on these issues, we can find our peace, joy, and contentment. Wouldn’t that make it a great year? Changing your thinking from negative to positive, being grateful, having healthy coping skills, communicating in healthy…
Clubs & Classes, August 2023
The Body Works Class … Works!
Debbie McGrady’s Body Works classes are well thought out and are full-body workouts. “I love the fun and energy of the class, along with the great music!” said Stacy Raaf. “Since I have been taking the class, I feel stronger not only in muscle strength but also endurance.” Body Works is every Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. and…
Features, August 2023
2 Your Health: Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness—How Massage Can Help
Heidi Overman, LMT #MT-24997 Brain health concerns are becoming more and more prevalent. As we age, we start to notice small changes in our memory, brain fog, and possibly more severe memory issues. There are many things we can do to help improve brain health. Nutrition, exercise, supplements, puzzles, and massage are just a few…