In Lieu of Flowers
Memorial gifts supporting research honor husband’s career in education By Susie Steckner and Ken Reinstein Barbara and Jonas Lashmet devoted their lives to the field of education and supporting philanthropic causes. So when Jonas passed away from dementia, Barbara wanted the perfect tribute to honor her husband and leave a legacy. She found just the right […]
Create a Legacy Through Giving
A Gift to Honor a Special Person When someone close to us passes away, celebrating their life and reflecting on favorite memories can help us cope. One way to help the person’s legacy live on is to establish a memorial gift in his or her honor through Sun Health Foundation. Before you make a memorial […]
Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia: Navigating Memory Care
“Sun Health is paying attention and responding to the needs of the community.” Sun Health’s Memory Care Navigator program provides a needed service to area residents When Shirley Frizell began noticing a few years ago that her husband, Bill, was experiencing memory-related issues, one of her first instincts was to contact Sun Health’s Memory Care […]
Award-Winning Program That Helps Seniors ‘Age in Place’ Expanding to Scottsdale/Phoenix
SURPRISE, ARIZ., April 12, 2017 – When Sun Health launched the first continuing care at home program in the Southwestern United States in 2016, the vision was simple: help older adults who want to stay in their homes as they age to do so safely and confidently as long as possible. Sun Health at Home […]
Sun Health Foundation Announces $5 Million Community Challenge
Funds being raised to support new Banner Del E. Webb Progressive Care Unit SURPRISE, Ariz. (March 24, 2017) – Sun Health Foundation, the exclusive fundraising arm to Banner Del E. Webb and Banner Boswell Medical Centers, is providing financial support to build a 28-bed progressive care unit with all private rooms on the fifth […]
Sun Health “Swinging in the Sun” Charity Golf Event, 2017
Each year, the Sun Health Foundation hosts its “Swinging in the Sun” charity golf event at the Wigwam Resort and Golf Club in Litchfield Park, Arizona. Enjoy these highlights from the 2017 event, and get ready for next year! For more information about the Sun Health “Swinging in the Sun” Charity Golf Event, please contact […]
Phoenix Business Journal Highlights Sun Health Care Transitions program
On March 15, 2017, The Phoenix Business Journal reported on the success of the Sun Health Care Transitions program. Read about it here.
A ‘Philanthropic Heart’
Sun City resident shares her time, talent and treasure to bless others By Susie Steckner Dr. Jeanne Blanchet has lived a life rich with family and friends, as well as professional successes and worldwide travel. Through it all, she has committed to sharing her blessings and supporting her community. Her philanthropy has […]
50/50 INITIATIVE UPDATE
A 50th anniversary is considered “golden,” dating back to the Roman Empire when wives received a golden wreath from their husbands. It’s a special recognition of something that has stood the test of time. We’re proud of the work of Sun Health and Sun Health Foundation over the last 50 years, and wanted to update you […]
Have a ‘tea-rific’ time at the Sun Health Resale Shops’ Tea and Fashion Show
SURPRISE, ARIZ., March 14, 2017 – The Webb Room at Sun City West Foundation is the place to be for tea and fashion, from 1 to 3 p.m., Thursday, March 30, at 14445 R. H. Johnson Blvd., next door to the Sun Health Resale Shop in Sun City West. Sun Health volunteers will walk the […]
