WHAT: Seth Schorr, CEO of Fifth Street Gaming, a Nevada-based casino management company overseeing the redevelopment of Downtown Grand Hotel & Casino, will unveil two of the hotel’s model rooms, showcasing the work of renowned architect and designer, Howard Fields. Fields’ firm, HFA International is one of the world’s premier and most active hotel &…
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Former NAELA President Appointed to Long-Term Care Commission
House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi appointed Judith Stein, longtime member, Past President, and Fellow of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), to the National Commission on Long-Term Care. Leader Pelosi’s other appointments include SCAN Foundation President Dr. Bruce Allen Chernoff, and activist and philanthropist George Vrandenberg. The 15-member Commission was established by the…
Great Las Vegas Music
The bars, lounges, supper clubs and joints around town are filled with another week of great entertainment. Start the weekend early with Mark Giovi at Casa di Amore. Reviewed by one website as, “Vegas, the way it used to be,” Casa di Amore remains a favorite of locals and a destination for visitors worldwide. A…
New International Federation on Ageing Report Declares Vision Loss No Longer an Inevitable Part of Ageing
Calls for Investments in Preventive Eye Health to Reduce Social and Economic Burdens of Vision Loss The International Federation on Ageing (IFA) today released a new report describing the health, social and economic burdens of vision loss on a global society that is rapidly ageing. The report calls for increased public education and awareness programs,…
“Best of Home Care” Award – Second Year in a Row
No Place Like Home Senior Care today announced that it has been recognized with Home Care Pulse’s “Best of Home Care” Provider of Choice distinction. Awarded to the top 25% of agencies in client and employee satisfaction scores from Home Care Pulse, No Place Like Home Senior Care is now ranked among a select few…
Northern Nevada Medical Group Announces Two Additional Cardiologists
Northern Nevada Medical Center welcomes two additional local cardiologists to their team of physicians affiliated with the Northern Nevada Medical Group. Chad Bidart, MD, FACC and Colin Fuller, MD, FACC, FACP, FSCAI, are providing heart and vascular care at Northern Nevada Medical Center’s Accredited Chest Pain Center. They join Northern Nevada Medical Group cardiologists Dr….
The Home Depot Foundation to Announce Significant Grant to Veterans Village
HELP LAUNCH VEGAS LOVES VETERANS CAMPAIGN WHAT: Fred Wacker, COO of The Home Depot Foundation, will announce the awarding of a significant grant to Veterans Village Las Vegas at a brief ceremony that will also include dozens of associate volunteers from The Home Depot. The Home Depot Foundation, which has been actively engaged in supporting…
Tips to increase safety and lower the risk of hearing loss when listening to music while exercising
Listening to loud music through headphones can make a walk, run or bike ride more enjoyable, but it can distract from potential hazards. There are two serious issues: compromised safety and the risk of increased hearing loss. Serious accidents involving pedestrians wearing headphones with electronic devices such as iPods and MP3 Players have more than…
What is noise-induced hearing loss?
Tips on how to prevent hearing loss and maintain good hearing Noise-induced hearing loss is the most common cause of hearing loss. It is often permanent, but preventable! The National Institute of Health reports that 10 million Americans have already suffered hearing damage from loud sounds. In addition, another 30 million are exposed to dangerous…
More Than 7,300 Youth From Around The World To Participate In Las Vegas Mayor’s Cup International Soccer Showcase Feb. 16-18
Event Will Bring An Estimated $10+ Million Into Local Economy The largest international youth soccer tournament in the country will take place in Las Vegas Presidents’ Day weekend, Feb. 16-18. An expected 452 youth soccer teams from around the world will compete during the annual Las Vegas Mayor’s Cup International Showcase tournament. More than 7,300…
Downtown 3rd hosts the International Vendor Village during the second annual Chinese New Year in the Desert
Festival takes place in downtown Las Vegas February 8-10 LAS VEGAS – The Year of the Water Snake kicks off with the second annual Chinese New Year celebration in downtown Las Vegas, February 8 -10, as the area is transformed into a spring festival. Throughout the three-day event, guests can visit the International Vendor Village,…
US Senator Dean Heller, recently appointed member of Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, to Tour Veterans Village Las Vegas Tomorrow
WHAT: US Senator Dean Heller will tour Veterans Village Las Vegas tomorrow. Recently appointed as a member of the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, Heller will learn first-hand about Veterans Village Las Vegas, a comprehensive and highly innovative housing and resource facility for U.S. veterans and their families. Veterans Village opened in 2012 in a…
iHop Serves Hospitalized Children Free Pancakes Day Early
On the eve of National Pancake Day, International House of Pancakes (IHOP) is delivering short stacks to patients at Renown Children’s Hospital. The “breakfast for lunch” will be served with special toppings to children without diet restrictions at the hospital from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Feb. 4. The annual National Pancake Day effort is…
City Of Las Vegas Presents Musical Theatre And Concerts Feb. 15-17
Enjoy Rainbow Company’s “Across The Truckee” At The Historic Fifth Street School The city of Las Vegas offers family entertainment options Feb. 15-17. The Rainbow Company Youth Theatre’s upcoming production of “Across The Truckee” combines musical theatre, Nevada history and audience participation in a “one-of-a-kind” experience that is bound to please audiences of all ages….
Nine simple ways you can improve your heart health
Ten minutes a day is all you need to be heart healthy. Walking the dog, knowing your numbers, eating your greens – those are a few heart-healthy things that only Take 10. Since 1963, to urge Americans to join the battle against heart and vascular diseases, Congress has advised the president to proclaim February “American…
Free Personal Income Tax Form Preparation Assistance At City Of Las Vegas Senior Centers
Trained Volunteers Will Assist Seniors And Lower-Income Residents Volunteers from AARP will offer residents age 50 and older free assistance with personal income tax form preparation and electronic filing at four city active adult and senior centers beginning in February. In addition, participants in the Internal Revenue Service Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program will…
Caesars Foundation Presents the 12th Annual 5K Run for a Wish to benefit Make-A-Wish Southern Nevada
Who: Make-A-Wish® Southern Nevada What: 5K Run/Walk and 1-Mile Fun Walk When: Registration 7:00 a.m., Saturday, February 2, 2013; Run begins at 9:00 a.m. Where: Town Square Las Vegas, Stoney’s Rockin’ Country Parking lot (Las Vegas, Nev.) January 30, 2013 – Caesar’s Foundation presents the 12th Annual “5K Run for a Wish” to benefit Make-A-Wish…
Local Leader Larry W. Ruvo to receive national honor and one NV senior to receive $20,000 Horatio Alger scholarships
The Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc., is pleased to announce that Larry W. Ruvo is one of 11 individuals selected to receive the Horatio Alger Award in 2013. The Horatio Alger Award is presented each year to individuals who have overcome obstacles to become successful entrepreneurs or community leaders. Based in Nevada, Larry…
Hilton Worldwide Has Directed All Their Hotels To Install Smoking Shelters
A Handi-Hut smoking shelter installed at Hilton Worldwide headquarters was used to define the directive. Smoking shelters comply with the law without imposing a total smoking ban. The prefabricated sections are easily installed with options for designs, size, color, HVAC and lighting. Pertinent excerpts from the directive are: 1. All existing hotels currently operating with…
Lyon County moving forward with strategies to increase broadband access and use
Lyon County, Nevada now has an action plan to make way for greater technology use across the community and pave the way for a brighter economic future. The Technology Action Plan was unveiled as part of Lyon County’s participation in the Connected community engagement program through the Connect Nevada initiative. Thirteen Nevada communities are currently…
City Of Las Vegas Offers Weekend Concerts Feb. 22-23
Music Aficionados Have Multiple Concert Choices Everyone is invited to share an evening with the legend¬ary singer/songwriter Peter Yarrow Friday, Feb. 22, starting at 8 p.m. at the Historic Fifth Street School, located at 401 S. Fourth St. A member of the renowned folk-rock group “Peter, Paul and Mary,” Yarrow will look back over his…
Fifteen MGM Resorts International Properties Awarded Top Green Key Global Eco-Ratings for Conservation
Bellagio and Circus Circus elevate in rank Fifteen resorts operated by MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) have achieved the prestigious Green Key rating for environmental conservation from the largest sustainable operations certification body in the world. The accomplishment peaks MGM Resorts’ previous achievement of 12 properties designated with “Green Key” honors. Since a previous assessment…
Singing Valentines Will Keep Las Vegas Singing in February
They’ll be saying “I love you” in song — and they’ll be leaving hundreds of lucky romantics speechless. On Wednesday and Thursday, February 13 and 14, a group of barbershop quartets will fan out across the Las Vegas Valley to deliver Singing Valentines to hundreds of special sweethearts. The sound of harmony will ring out…
Jewish War Veterans Come Together to Help Veterans Village Las Vegas
Veterans Village Las Vegas, is a comprehensive housing and resource facility for U.S. veterans and their families and located in a repurposed Econo Lodge motel on Las Vegas Boulevard, has a new support group – more than 60 members of the Jewish War Veterans Murray L. Rosen Post 64. According to Senior Vice Commander Steve…
Natalie Cole to Headline at Nat King Cole Generation Hope, Inc. GENERATIONS Concert to Raise Funds for Music Education
Nine-time GRAMMY® award-winning singer and songwriter Natalie Cole will headline at the second annual GENERATIONS, a Nat King Cole Generation Hope Inc. concert benefit to raise funds for music education on Friday, March 1, 2013 at the Keith C. and Elaine Johnson Wold Performing Arts Center at Lynn University in Boca Raton, Florida (the venue…
No more “empty nest”: middle-aged adults face family pressure on both sides
The “empty nest” of past generations, in which the kids are grown up and middle-aged adults have more time to themselves, has been replaced in the United States by a nest that’s full – kids who can’t leave, can’t find a job and aging parents who need more help than ever before. According to a…
North Hill, Boston-Area Senior Living Community, Wins Innovation Award and Award for Best Repositioned 50+ Housing “On the Boards” Project in the U.S.
At an awards ceremony in Las Vegas last night, North Hill, the leading Boston-area senior living community, was honored with three Gold and two Silver awards in the National Association of Home Builders Best of 50+ Housing competition. This included being named the Best Repositioned 50+ Housing project “on the boards” in the nation. And…
Named Finalist for PR News’ CSR Award among Coca-Cola, Disney and UPS
A leading showcase for the most powerful corporate social responsibility and green campaigns has named MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) a finalist for its annual awards program in the category of Overall Leader in CSR Practices – more than 10,000 employees. MGM Resorts is the only company in the gaming industry and the only company…
National Nonprofit Twilight Wish Foundation Joins Forces with Parent-giving to Increase Awareness of Contributions of Caregivers
The national nonprofit Twilight Wish Foundation is pleased to announce a new partnership with Parentgiving.com, based in Montclair, New Jersey. Keith Maddox, CEO of Parentgiving, presented a check for $10,000 to Cass Forkin, founder of Twilight Wish Foundation at their Doylestown, PA offices on January 10, 2013. The funding received from Parentgiving will be used…
Five Easy Steps to a Low Maintenance Eco-friendly Landscape
Gardening expert Melinda Myers provides a step-by-step plan to transform your landscape while saving time, money and a natural resource It’s possible to create a beautiful landscape and be kind to the environment even with a busy schedule and while staying within budget. “All it takes is a bit of planning and a few low…
Take Better Care of Yourself in 2013-and do it sitting down!
Most healthcare professionals would agree that taking better care of yourself in the New Year is one of the best resolutions one could make. Resolving to routinely exercise is one of the best ways to accomplish that—even for people living with limited mobility. And to help get that exercise, The SCOOTER Store, along with Mary…
Governor Reveals the Recipients of Annual Volunteerism Award
Governor Brian Sandoval announced the six recipients at the 11th Annual Governor’s Points of Light Awards held Friday, January 18th. The awards luncheon was held in conjunction with the Volunteer and Corporate Engagement Summit. The Summit featured national and regional speakers and included Michael Yackira, CEO of NV Energy and Phyllis James, Vice-President of Corporate…
Locals Invited to Fall In Love Downtown
For Southern Nevadans who may not have visited downtown Las Vegas recently, Valentine’s Day is a great time to explore the area. Downtown offers a variety of opportunities for the perfect date night. The Smith Center for the Performing Arts hosts Itzhak Perlman on Feb 13. Dinner at Triple George Grill, drinks and games at…
National Surgical Association Comes to Las Vegas
The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) is hosting its 71st Annual Scientific Conference in Las Vegas on February 11-14, 2013 at Mandalay Bay Resort & Conference Center. ACFAS is a professional society of more than 6,800 foot and ankle surgeons dedicated to promoting the art and science of foot, ankle, and related…
Research Suggests Massage Therapy Is Effective For Health Conditions In People Of All Ages
Massage Therapy Shown to be Beneficial for Enhancing Immune Function in Preterm Infants, Decreasing Blood Pressure and Improving Stability in Older Persons and Reducing Stress in Cancer Patients. People of all ages are beginning to understand the many benefits of massage therapy, including the role it can play in overall health and well-being. Recent research…
Neon Lit Presents Six Readers
Fiction and poetry writers from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas’ Creative Writing Masters of Fine Arts program read monthly at the Arts Factory (January 21, 2013– Las Vegas) – Neon Lit, a monthly literary event presented by the UNLV MFA and PhD programs, will present student readers and guests Friday, January 25, at Trifecta…
Celebrate the Year of the Water Snake with Chinese New Year Festivities at Fremont Street Experience
Celebrate the Year of the Water Snake with Chinese New Year Festivities at Fremont Street Experience Second Annual Chinese New Year in the Desert to Take Place in Downtown Las Vegas Feb. 8-10 Celebrate the Year of the Water Snake as Fremont Street Experience, the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) and Golden Catalyst…
Looking for Success in 2013?
MYVEGAS IS ALL ABOUT SUCCESS! YOURS! PERSONAL, OR BUSINESS! We’ll be providing tips from the pros over the next year, And here’s just one to get you going… A few days a go, my good friend and colleague, Jeff Rogers, released a new ebook called “How to Live an Aligned Life: Find the Life, Purpose,…
Healthy Aging: Up2Me
Healthy Aging: Up2Me – January 18, 12:30 – 3:00 PM Join us for this proven six week program helping caregivers and individuals with chronic diseases set goals and develop skills for success. Free and open to the public, advance registration required. Contact Susan, 483-6023, hirschs2@ccf.org Lunch & Learn Wednesdays, 12 noon – 1 pm 888…
VIVA TOURS COORDINATES FIRST US FAM TRIP FOR CHINA’S LARGEST AIRLINE
Influential group of Chinese travel executives, media visit Las Vegas, Los Angeles and San Francisco in wake of growing US travel demand amongst affluent Chinese travelers Viva Tours, a Las Vegas-based North American receptive tour operator focused on the rapidly expanding Chinese outbound travel market, is coordinating the first familiarization (FAM) trip to the US sponsored…
Las Vegas Lindy Hop Scene Growing in Venues and Size
Las Vegas – January 3, 2013 Swing Dancing in Las Vegas is alive and well and led by a group of dancers with a big vision. Within a period of two years, the social dance scene has grown from one night a week to include a monthly event at the historic Knights of Columbus Hall…
WestStar CU Converts Smiles to Cash for Opportunity Village
Las Vegas, Nev. – On Friday, Jan. 4 at 4 p.m., WestStar Credit Union will be making a $16,000 donation to Opportunity Village as the culmination of their 2012 charity campaign: A Mile of Smiles. In August 2012, WestStar Credit Union set out on a mission to collect a mile’s worth of smiles with the…
QUINCEAÑERAS MAGAZINE TO HOST COVER MODEL CASTING AT THE BOULEVARD MALL
WHAT: On Sunday, January 6, Quinceañeras Magazine will host an open casting in search of its next Miss Cover Girl. Young ladies of Hispanic descent, ages 14-15, are invited to attend. All contestants must be accompanied by an adult or guardian. Nevada residents only. A release form will be required in order to be considered….
ElderCarelink.com launches contest to reward family caregivers
ElderCarelink.com is hosting the “Share Why You Care” contest that asks caregivers to share stories about their caregiving experiences. Readers vote for their favorite caregiver to win a free spa day and in-home care of their loved one for a day. January 7, 2013 (VOCUS) Foster City, Calif. – – ElderCareLink.com, a one-stop elder care…
The 20 Pearls Foundation Inc. Presents An Evening with Violin ‘Soul-o-ist’ Karen Briggs In Support of the HerShe Group Foundation, Inc.
The 20 Pearls Foundation Inc. Presents An Evening with Violin ‘Soul-o-ist’ Karen Briggs In Support of the HerShe Group Foundation, Inc. Thursday, January 31, 2013, 6:30 p.m. The Smith Center for the Performing Arts Tickets are $65 & $70, plus any additional service fees To purchase tickets, please visit The Smith Center Box Office, call…
The Las Vegas Silver Statesmen Hold First Meeting
The Las Vegas Silver Statesmen Hold First Meeting The Silver Statesmen Barbershop Chorus met on Thursday, January 3rd, for its inaugural meeting as a new chorus. It was attended by over 60 men whose professed hobby is barbershop singing. This new chorus brings a wealth of experience from many years of barbershop in the Las…
Las Vegas Residents Invited To Celebrations, Luncheons & Activities At City Centers
City Of Las Vegas February Senior Special Events Las Vegas Residents Invited To Celebrations, Luncheons & Activities At City Centers The city of Las Vegas active adult and senior centers offer exercise, fitness, craft, arts, dance, music and computer classes; cards; games; discussion and social groups; luncheons; sports; and special events Monday through Friday to…
The Dr. Miriam & Sheldon G. Adelson Educational Campus Presents a Free Parenting Workshop from World-Renown Psychologist
The Dr. Miriam & Sheldon G. Adelson Educational Campus Presents a Free Parenting Workshop from World-Renown Psychologist New York Times Best Selling Author Michael G. Thompson, Ph.D. Provides a Practical Guide to Raising Healthy, Secure Children Las Vegas – Jan. 8, 2012 –The Dr. Miriam & Sheldon G. Adelson Educational Campus is offering a free Parenting…
Springs Cafe Announces the First Cooking Workshops for 2013 – Presented by the Culinary Academy of Las Vegas
Las Vegas- January 9, 2013 – The Culinary Academy of Las Vegas is kicking off the New Year with the first set of Springs Cafe Cooking Workshops for the 2013 season. Learn how to cook with gourmet vegetables found at the local farmers markets and master the many uses of fresh herbs and tomatoes from…
City Of Las Vegas February 2013 – Recreation, Adaptive Recreation & Community Special Events
All activities are subject to change. For links to facilities, programs, classes and activities in the current Beyond the Neon guide, go online to www.lasvegasnevada.gov/Find/recreation.htm. Most activities require advance registration. Register today to build your healthy lifestyle! Most facilities will be closed Feb. 18 for holiday observance. Co-ed Fall Flag Football Registration Opens (ages 6-14)…
City of Las Vegas Cultural Arts – February 2013 Calendar Of Events
PROGRAMS SUBJECT TO CHANGE Centers will be closed Feb. 18 for holiday observance. Scottish Country Dancing (ages 13+) Fridays, 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. Admission: $5 dollars per person per week at door; $4 for members of Southern Nevada Old Time Contra Dancers. Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St., (702) 229-6383. Scottish country dancing…
Valentine Feature: 3 Surefire Tips to Keep the Sizzle in Your Relationship
Falling in love is magical, but staying in love can feel like the impossible dream! This Valentine’s Day rekindle the fire in your romance with three easy tips offered by Deanna Brann, PhD, Huffington Post Wedding blogger and author of Reluctantly Related: Secrets To Getting Along With Your Mother-in-Law or Daughter-in-Law: 1. Schedule at least…
Financial Solution for Baby Boomers is to Start Their Own Businesses, Says Founder of Bizstarters
Jeff Williams proclaims the benefits of starting a business at the age of 50 or older CHICAGO, Jan. 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Americans over age 50 face a profound dilemma today – the vast majority want to keep working well into their sixties but fewer and fewer of them are welcome in the corporate world,…
Nevada puts Citizenship and Service into Action
Nevada Volunteers encourages Nevadans to Re-Commit Themselves to Service RENO/LAS VEGAS, January 8, 2013 – Nevada Volunteers, the Governor’s Commission on Service, encourages all Nevadans to use the legacy of Dr. King to re-commit themselves to service. In addition to promoting volunteerism across the State, Nevada Volunteers produces the premier volunteer recognition event in Nevada….
Five Physicians Honored for Outstanding Care of Patients Near the End of Life
Leaders who develop palliative care best practices receive 2013 Hastings Center Cunniff-Dixon Physician Awards. (Garrison NY, January 15, 2013) Five physicians who have distinguished themselves in caring for patients near the end of life have been named recipients of the 2013 Hastings Center Cunniff-Dixon Physician Awards. “The Hastings Center Cunniff-Dixon Physician Awards are in their…
AARP Launches New YouTube Series, The Cheap Life with Jeff Yeager
AARP Savings Expert’s Weekly Series Helps People Get the Most for their Money WASHINGTON, Jan. 15, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Today, AARP launched the latest in its original video series on YouTube, “The Cheap Life with Jeff Yeager,” featuring AARP savings expert Jeff Yeager. During each weekly episode, Yeager, who is also known as the “Ultimate…
Everyone Invited To Raptor Play Park Grand Opening
Everyone Invited To Raptor Play Park Grand Opening Feb. 16 See The F-22 Raptor Stealth Fighter Replica In Thunderbird Family Sports Complex Join Las Vegas Ward 6 Councilman Steve Ross for the grand opening of phase two of the Raptor Play Park in the Thunderbird Family Sports Complex Saturday, Feb. 16, at 10 a.m. Light…
Shelby American 50th Anniversary Super Snake Prototype Crosses 2013 Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Block
SCOTTSDALE – Jan. 17, 2013 – Shelby American, a wholly owned subsidiary of Carroll Shelby International Inc., (CSBI.PK), will auction off the black with gold stripes 2012 Shelby GT500 Super Snake 50th Anniversary Edition Prototype at No Reserve during the Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Event in Scottsdale, Ariz., on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013. Featured as the…
Civil Air Patrol’s first Spaatz award recipient dies
Civil Air Patrol’s first Spaatz award recipient dies after distinguished public service career Decorated CAP cadet from Michigan became a skilled Air Force combat pilot who flew with the Thunderbirds and served as a trusted congressional aide MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE, Ala. – Douglas C. Roach, the first recipient of Civil Air Patrol’s highest cadet…
Governor Sandoval to Recognize Volunteers and Volunteer Programs
Governor Sandoval to Recognize Volunteers and Volunteer Programs on January 18 RENO/LAS VEGAS – January 17, 2013 – Forward-thinking community partners like NV Energy, MGM Resorts International, Howard Hughes Corporations, and IGT, will join Governor Sandoval and Nevada Volunteers in celebrating Nevada’s outstanding volunteer efforts at this year’s 11th Annual Governor’s Points of Light Awards. The…
Nevada Senior Guide: Opportunity Village to Host Special Performance of “Christmas in New York”
Opportunity Village to Host Special Performance of “Christmas in New York” Performance scheduled for Opportunity Village clients on Thursday, Nov. 29 WHAT: “Christmas in New York,” a variation of the famous Broadway holiday celebration “Spirit of Christmas,” will hold a special condensed performance at Opportunity Village on Thursday, Nov. 29 at 10 a.m. at the…
Nevada Senior Guide : Senior Living Facilities – Some Criteria to Take into Consideration
Senior Living Facilities – Some Criteria to Take into Consideration by: Justin Woods Once the professionals retire from the work, life becomes too dull for many of them. Though they live under the same roof with their children and grandchildren, still they feel the strong sense of mental loneliness. They miss the office environment where…
Improving Senior Life With Medical Alert For Seniors
Improving Senior Life With Medical Alert For Seniors by: Lance Mcisaac Senior Citizens are in a time of their lives when they should be able to enjoy the freedom to live independently and go places when they desire. Unfortunately, sometimes their freedom is restricted by health concerns caused by their aging bodies. Medical Alert for…
Senior Care Plus Offers Daily Meetings During medicare Enrollment Period
Senior Care Plus Offers Daily Meetings During medicare Enrollment Period RENO, Nev. (Oct. 15, 2012) – Senior Care Plus, a Medicare Advantage Plan offered by Hometown Health, is hosting daily informational group meetings to assist current and new members during the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period, which is Oct. 15 through Dec. 7, 2012. During those…
Post from a Survivor
My name is Heather Von St. James and I am a 6-year survivor of mesothelioma cancer – a rare disease caused by asbestos exposure that kills 90-95% of those who have it. Not many people know about this terrible disease and that’s why I have reached out to you for help. Because the health care…
Hometown Health Announces Region’s First Electronic Member ID Card
Hometown Health Announces Region’s First Electronic Member ID Card RENO, Nev. (Oct. 22, 2012) – For all those who dig through wallets, purses or pockets to locate their insurance ID cards, Hometown Health now offers an alternative – the Hometown Health eCard. With the region’s first Electronic Member ID Card, Hometown Health members can access…
City of Lights and Gamble-Aires Have Officially Merged To Unite Men’s Barbershop Singing in Southern Nevada
City of Lights and Gamble-Aires Have Officially Merged To Unite Men’s Barbershop Singing in Southern Nevada Las Vegas¡¦ Gamble-Aires and City of Lights barbershop choruses have joined hands in a merger that creates a new, enlarged choral dimension for this unique American musi-cal art form in Southern Nevada. The union, which has been approved by…
Two Health Screening Events Offered Through Renown
Two Health Screening Events Offered Through Renown RENO, Nev. (Oct. 23, 2012) – Renown Health Institute for Heart & Vascular Health is pleased to host the life-saving services of Life Line Screening, the nation’s largest provider of preventive screenings, to help local residents identify their risk of stroke, vascular disease and osteoporosis before the life-changing…
Socks For Seniors
Socks for Seniors is an annual community service project through which we organize collecting NEW socks to be distributed to elderly in local area nursing homes around the holidays. The program begins with Make A Difference Day Saturday October27 – The Official Kick-off of the 2012 Socks For Seniors Campaign and runs thru Christmas….
Renown Provides Advanced Training for Healthcare Professionals
Renown Provides Advanced Training for Healthcare Professionals RENO, Nev. (Oct. 30, 2012) – Renown Institute for Heart & Vascular Health is teaming up with the Nevada Academy of Family Physicians (NAFP) to provide advanced training for healthcare professionals across northern Nevada this weekend in a three-day educational conference. The 23rd Annual Trends in Cardiovascular Medicine…
Helping Hands Surgical Care Selects Eight Uninsured Nevadans to Receive no-cost surgeries on Second Annual Charity Surgery Day
Helping Hands Surgical Care Selects Eight Uninsured Nevadans to Receive no-cost surgeries on Second Annual Charity Surgery Day WHAT: Eight uninsured Nevadans suffering from a variety of conditions will receive surgeries at no cost from Helping Hands Surgical Care (HHSC), a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization founded by Dr. Kevin Petersen and his wife, Kelly…
Nomination Deadline for Governor’s Points of Light Awards Approaching!
Contact: Shawn Lecker-Pomaville, CEO (775) 825-1900 | shawn@nevadavolunteers.org www.nevadavolunteers.org Nomination Deadline for Governor’s Points of Light Awards Approaching! RENO/LAS VEGAS, November 8, 2012 — The deadline to nominate a deserving individual or group for the 2013 Governor’s Points of Light Awards is quickly approaching! These awards will recognize the dedication, leadership, and innovation of volunteers…
Generous donations keep no-cost legal program going strong
Generous donations keep no-cost legal program going strong By Michael Clark Did you know that Clark County has a trusted resource for senior citizens’ legal services? The Southern Nevada Senior Law Program provides free, quality legal services to county residents who are age 60+. They are the only free legal service provider in Clark County…
Santa’s Handy Hints For everyone on your list
Santa’s Handy Hints For everyone on your list (Family Features) Make holiday shopping a little easier this year with a few hints from the big man himself. Whether they love music, technology, fashion or fun, these gifts will put a smile on everyone’s face — and turn you into a holiday hero. For the music lover…
How to Set a Fantastic Holiday Table
How to Set a Fantastic Holiday Table (Family Features) The holidays are about making memories with friends and family. When it’s your turn to host, you can set a truly memorable holiday table – without breaking the bank. Celebrity chef and event planner Travis London, of Healthy Chic Eats, shares three great ideas for creating…
Impress Your Guests with Pork
Impress Your Guests with Pork (Family Features) Looking to impress your guests this party season? Treat their taste buds to a pork loin dish that is as versatile as it is delicious. This Simply Saucy Bacon-Wrapped Pork Loin is sure to be a crowd pleaser since, after all, everything is better when wrapped in bacon….
Stir up Some Party Fun
Stir up Some Party Fun (Family Features) No matter what the reason for the party, you can stir up some fun with easy-to-make appetizers that are sure to please the whole crowd. These four recipes are a breeze to make and all share one simple secret ingredient – Musselman’s Apple Butter. Here are some delicious…
Quick Ways to Perk Up Your Day
Quick Ways to Perk Up Your Day (Family Features) Let’s face it, between work deadlines, shuttling the kids back and forth to school and activities, and household chores, sometimes those to-do lists can be overwhelming. Here are a few quick tips to keep you moving throughout the day. Take time for a snack. A good…
Bright Ideas for Entertaining
Bright Ideas for Entertaining (Family Features) When the weather is nice, many people get the urge to entertain just a little more frequently. Interior design expert and TV personality Genevieve Gorder says the best approach to warm-weather entertaining is to make your space shine with a comfortable, approachable style. Genevieve has partnered with Mirassou Winery®…
Grab Life by the Handlebars with Expert Cycling Tips
Grab Life by the Handlebars with Expert Cycling Tips (Family Features) When the weather is warm, bikers everywhere hear the trails calling their name. Well-known endurance sports coach Chris Carmichael and award winning professional cyclist George Hincapie share nine tips to help you gear up for your ride. Whether you’re hitting the pavement, dirt trails…
Where to Find Your Retirement-Planning Confidence
Where to Find Your Retirement-Planning Confidence (Family Features) With the leisure and reward of retirement a few short years away, the majority of baby boomers – born between 1945 and 1966 – are confident they have adequately planned and saved for their golden years. This is according to new research from investing services company Scottrade,…
Caring for Problem Skin
Caring for Problem Skin (Family Features) According to the National Institutes of Health, skin is the largest organ of your body. Skin can be a very delicate thing, and as the outermost layer, it needs to be cared for in order to look and feel its best. Unfortunately, for those who suffer from highly prevalent…
How to Make Your Online Shopping More Social
How to Make Your Online Shopping More Social (Family Features) Finding new products and gifts can often mean spending hours shopping at the mall or searching through different websites. But as the Internet has become more social, many people are now tapping into their personal networks to get recommendations on which products to buy for…
Daily Dental Care Tips
Daily Dental Care Tips (Family Features) While regular visits to the dentist’s office for routine cleanings are important for dental health, taking care of your teeth and gums each day is paramount to keeping your mouth healthy. Here are some brushing-and-beyond tips to help prevent oral health problems down the road. Preventative care is imperative….
Nevada-Senior-Guide Boulder Palms
www.boulderpalmscommunity.com Welcome To Boulder Palms Senior Apartments A 55+ Community Conveniently located on Boulder Highway in Las Vegas. This central location provides residents easy access to near-by recreational facilities, shopping, casinos, entertainment, and dining. We invite you to come and experience the best in affordable senior living. At Boulder Palms…ONE CHECK PAYS IT ALL! •Water,…
Global Vitamin D Interactive Map Illustrates Vitamin D Insufficiency Among U.S. Population and Worldwide
Worldwide: Rates of vitamin D insufficiency are higher among women than men with older women being at most risk for developing osteoporosis. The International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) has launched an interactive global map of vitamin D status, which presents a snapshot of vitamin D levels worldwide. The map and accompanying publication1 confirm that vitamin D…
Ophthalmologists Offer Sight-Saving Eye Care to Prevent Blindness
EyeCare America promotes vision loss prevention in U.S. through no out of pocket-cost eye exams and care According to the World Health Organization, nearly 180 million people suffer from blindness or visual impairment globally, yet 75 percent of blindness could be prevented or treated with sight-saving eye care. In observance of World Blindness Awareness Month,…
Innovative Senior Housing Community Takes Shape in Tucson include Horses! (equine therapy)
Read about the role of horses and Dr. Andrew Weil along with other exciting news about Watermark’s latest innovation in senior living, The Hacienda at the River in Tucson, Arizona. Innovative Senior Housing Community Takes Shape in Tucson Partnerships and Affiliations Announced Tucson, Ariz. – Before concrete is even poured for the Hacienda at the…
Baby, It’s Cold Outside and Getting Colder: 6 Ways to Save on Heating Costs
Baby, It’s Cold Outside and Getting Colder: 6 Ways to Save on Heating Costs Temperatures are already dipping in colder climates, and weather experts are warning consumers everywhere to brace for a colder winter than last year. That means you’ll be paying more to heat your house this winter – and even more if you…
Dr. Quinn Pauly Joins Premier Care at Renown Medical Group
Dr. Quinn Pauly Joins Premier Care at Renown Medical Group To help meet the need of patients in northern Nevada seeking more convenience and greater access to their primary care physician, Renown Medical Group is pleased to announce the addition of Quinn Pauly, M.D. as a new Premier Care physician. Dr. Pauly is board certified…
Helping Hands Surgical Care Announces Second Annual Charity Surgery Day
Local nonprofit seeks qualified patients to receive medically necessary surgery at no cost Dr. Kevin Petersen, and Kelly Petersen, co-founders of Helping Hands Surgical Care (HHSC), a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization whose mission is to fund and facilitate surgeries for uninsured Nevadans without the means to pay for medically necessary surgeries, announce the second…
Cultural Arts – December 2012 Calendar Of Events
Cultural Arts December 2012 Calendar Of Events 495 S. Main St., Las Vegas, NV 89101 Contact: Margaret Kurtz, (702) 229-6993 Oct. 2, 2012 Cultural Arts & Community Events programs: www.artslasvegas.org City of Las Vegas website: www.lasvegasnevada.gov PROGRAMS SUBJECT TO CHANGE Centers will be closed Dec. 25 for holiday observance. West Las Vegas Arts Center…
City of Las Vegas Halloween & Harvest Happenings
City Offers Many Special Events And Activities For Children And Adults The city of Las Vegas offers special events and activities for children and adults for Halloween and harvest fun. These activities are just a sampling of the many programs available throughout the year. For a full list of classes and activities available, go online…
Healthy Aging: Up2Me
Healthy Aging: Up2Me According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, more than 125 million people suffer from at least one chronic illness. If you are an adult with a chronic condition such as diabetes, arthritis, high blood pressure, heart disease, chronic pain or anxiety, this Healthy Aging : Up2Me workshop can help you. It’s also…
Renown Health News Update – October 2012
Renown Health News Update – October 2012 Renown Health is committed to providing media with the latest news and events, national health trends and observances. Subject matter experts are available to discuss the following topics. Please contact Dan Davis at 775-982-6370 or ddavis2@renown.org to schedule an interview. Photos and video can also be made available….
City Of Las Vegas November 2012 Recreation, Adaptive Recreation & Community Special Events
City Of Las Vegas November 2012 Recreation, Adaptive Recreation & Community Special Events All activities are subject to change. For links to facilities, programs, classes and activities in the current Beyond the Neon guide, go online to www.lasvegasnevada.gov/Find/recreation.htm. Most activities require advance registration. Register today to build your healthy lifestyle! Most facilities are closed Nov….
How to Care for an Elderly Person or Senior
How to Care for an Elderly Person or Senior by: Starlet Nicole It is not always easy caring for an elderly person. Their physical condition, health issues and their emotional state can present challenges for you, the caregiver. There are no doubts that caring for an elderly person is admirable, but it certainly comes with…
Hometown Health Offers Drive-Thru Flu Shots at Renown South Meadows
Hometown Health and Senior Care Plus will provide northern Nevada residents with the convenience of drive-thru seasonal flu shots, Saturday, Oct. 6 from 8 a.m. to noon, at Renown South Meadows Medical Center, 10101 Double R Blvd. This event is one of more than 45 scheduled Renown Health flu and pneumonia shot offerings around the…
Helping Seniors to Vote
With a pivotal, bitterly contested election less than two months away, the ACLU has launched a campaign to get accurate and accessible information on voting and registration into the hands of seniors. The “Let Me Vote” initiative will help voters find out how to register, what identification they may need to vote and how to…
Blindness and Vision Loss Spike by 23 Percent in the U.S.
American Academy of Ophthalmology Urges Seniors to Save their Sight through Prevention and Early Detection Blindness and vision impairment are on the rise in the United States. A recent report by Prevent Blindness America indicates that, since the year 2000, incidence of blindness and vision impairment has increased by 23 percent among Americans age 40…