Varicose Vein Treatment: 7 Conditions that Qualify for Insurance Coverage

Dr. Collin Johnston

If you have varicose veins, you maybe wondering if treatment is covered by insurance. Fortunately, there are conditions related to varicose veins that qualify for coverage under most insurance plans.

For many people, varicose veins are cosmetic concerns. However, often times there are underlying vein problems and symptoms that have been present for years prior tot he resulting cosmetic changes. These appear gradually over time, so patients assume they’re related to aging, yet they’re specific to vein disease and they will improve with treatment!

For other people,veins can be painful and potentially lead tom ores eve re health problems.

Whether insurance will covert he cost of treatment depends on several factors, including your specific insurance plan and the severity of your condition. Keep these factors in mind when seeking insurance coverage:

• At first glance, insurance companies consider varicose vein treatments to be elective orc os me tic,which means it's unlikely to be covered.

• However, if you're experiencing pain, discomfort, persistent swelling, or skin discoloration, you may have a condition called “chronic venous insufficiency,” which is considered a medical necessity and qualifies for coverage.

When does insurance cover varicose vein treatment?

1. Varicose Veins are Causing Leg Pain or Other Symptoms

If you're suffering from leg pain or other uncomfortable symptoms, you may be eligible for treatment. Some common symptoms include:

• Leg or foot swelling

• Leg cramping

• Leg heaviness

• Skin discoloration

• Numbness

• Restless legs

If you're experiencing any of the above,it's important total kt oy our doctor about treatment options. Many insurance companies provide cover procedures such as sclerotherapy or endovenous laser therapy.

2. Symptoms Affect Daily Life

If symptoms are impacting your daily life, you may be able to get coverage. For example,if you're unable to participate inactivities you enjoy or if yo missing work because of vein-related symptoms, insurance may cover treatment.

3. Varicose Veins Are Causing Blood Clots

If you suffer from blood clots due to varicose veins, treatment will be considered a medical necessity as blood clots can be extremely and cause serious health complications. Therefore, immediate medical attention is needed to remove the clot and improve blood flow.

4. Varicose Veins Can Cause Leg Ulcers

A leg ulcer is an open wound or sore that does not heal. If you have developed a leg ulcer,you must get medical treatment as soon asp os sib le. The longer the wound is left untreated, the greater the risk of infection and complications like sepsis, a life-threatening condition. Due to the nature of this condition, insurance is likely to cover necessary treatment.

5. A Varicose Vein Ruptures or Bursts

A varicose vein rupture or burst is a serious condition that can lead to heavy bleeding and requires immediate medical attention. If you experience a varicose vein burst or bleeding vein, insurance will cover treatment, as it will be deemed medically necessary to treat.

6. Conservative Treatments Were Tried First

Before the cost of more invasive treatments is considered, at-home remedies or conservative treatments may be required for 6 to 12 weeks, such as:

• Use of compression stockings.

• Elevating the legs tore duces welling and improve circulation.

• Weight loss tore duces train and pressure on the blood vessels and improve circulatory health.

• A daily exercise plan to improve blood flow,circulation,muscle strength, and overall health.

If relief is found with lifestyle and at-home remedies, more extensive treatment may not be necessary.

7. Ultrasound Imaging is Needed to Confirm Venous Reflux

Venous ultrasound imaging is necessary to confirm the diagnosis of venous reflux or chronic venous insufficiency. In this condition, there is backward blood flow into the veins,which causes bulging veins to become enlarged and twisted. Once confirmed, coverage for treatment will likely be approved.

What is the term “medical necessity” and why is it important?

Health insurance companies often use the term “medical necessity” to determine whether a particular treatment or test is covered under a patient's policy. But what exactly does the term”medical necessity”mean? In short, medical necessity is a term used to justify a particular course of treatment.

A few factors determine whether or nota treatment is medically .

• First: The treatment must be proven effective, which means there is evidence demonstrating that the treatment can improve the patient’s medical condition.

• Second: The treatment must be appropriate fort he patient's specific condition and tailored for the individual patient’s needs.

• Third: The treatment must be clinically appropriate, such that the benefits oft are at men tout weight he risks and are shown to be and effective.

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If you’re suffering from painful symptoms due to varicose veins, don’t despair! The good news is that many insurance plans do cover vein removal and vein problems,either in full or in part. Treatment options are available, and with insurance coverage, you can find the relief you need.

Contact Vein Envy today at(623)-233-1050 to discuss the best treatment options and see if your policy makes coverage available.

Mention Leisure World for a free consultation and free compression stockings. We are less than a mile from Leisure World!

Dr. Collin Johnston is a board-certified physician with specialty training in vascular procedures. He is based at Vein Envy of Mesa:130 S. 63rd St. Suite 101.Mesa, AZ. 85206.

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Alzheimer’s/Dementia Support Group

Submitted by Sonia Discher

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Feeling like it is challenge after challenge? If you are caring for, or are concerned about someone with Alzheimer’s disease or any other form of dementia, our Leisure World Alzheimer/Dementia Support Group is what you are looking for.

We are a caring group that has similar circumstances that offers information, understanding, and support, providing useful techniques and experiences to help relieve the frustrations you may be experiencing. The more you understand how the disease progresses and how it can affect you and your loved one, the better you will be able to cope. A support group is invaluable in this difficult endeavor.

We meet every third Wednesday of each month throughout the year at 10:00 a.m. in the Queen Card Room in Rec. 1. Please mark your calendars and join us.

We also have handouts from the Banner Alzheimer’s and Barrow Neurological Institute, which offer helpful information.

We look forward to seeing you and any friends who are caregivers. All information shared during our meetings remains in the room. You are not alone!

For more information, please contact Sonia Discher at 613-585-1959 (canbrit@bell.net) or Vickie Noble at 480-369-1466 (vicnal7@gmail.com).

American Association of University Women (AAUW) East Mesa Branch

Submitted by Molly Brenza

The next meeting of the AAUW East Mesa branch will be on Wednesday, February 1, 2023. Our speaker for this month will be Valaura Imus-Nahsonhoy. She has had 18 years of direct victim services to crime victims, working in tribal communities addressing historical trauma. She is a member of the Hopi tribe.

Each month there is also a presentation on an important but little-known woman of historical impact. These talks always prove to be informative and interesting.

The AAUW meets monthly on the first Wednesday of the month at 1:00 p.m. in the Rec. 1 Clubhouse from November through April. Please join us to explore our organization and special interest groups.

For membership information, please call Betsy Flaten at 218-491-1777 or Elaine Prom at 480-207-0655.

Please check out our website at https://eastmesa-az aauw.net.

Democratic Club

Submitted by Jeanne Gardin

Our club met on January 11th as a joint meeting with the new Legislative District 10 presided by Helen Hunter. We gave a resounding round of applause for Kris Mayes’ win as Attorney General who, in her words will be,” your lawyer for the People.” Christine Lobdell from Edward Jones and Jamie Kahn from Four Peaks Planning were our guest speakers.

Our February meeting on the 8th will have sign in at 12:30 p.m. with the meeting to begin at 1:00 p.m. in the Queen Card Room at Rec. 1. Maricopa County Sheriff Paul Penzone is scheduled to be our speaker.

Refreshments will be provided. Guests are welcome to attend. Yearly dues are $10 per member.

Grief Support Group

Submitted by Marguerite Huspen

The Grief Support Group meets bi-monthly on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month from 1-2:30 p.m. in the Banquet Room. If you have experienced a loss, this group can certainly provide help and support.

The grief facilitator is Chaplain Stephen Gardner. You may contact him at 480-487-1096 or Stgardner@hov. org.

For more information, please contact Leisure World Outreach Specialist Marguerite Huspen at 480-8320000 ext. 126 or Outreach@lwca.com.

Investment Club of Leisure World (aka San Tan Investment Club)

Submitted by Shelly Begel

The Investment Club of Leisure World (aka San Tan Investment Club) is a partnership consisting of Leisure World residents who are interested in investing in stocks and securities for growth. We are connected with Better Investing, a national organization that helps members build wealth through educational tools. The goal of the club is to increase our education and knowledge of investing. We study various investments before buying or selling stocks.

The club meets the third Thursday of each month at 10 a.m., in the Queen Card Room. The next meeting is on Febuary 16, 2023. The meeting will be a hybrid meeting, to include members and guests, who may not be in town or able to attend the meeting in person. We are looking forward to engaging our inquiring minds this season!

For more information, contact Alan Forbes at 808-497-8109. You can text, call, or email Alan at johnalanforbes@yahoo.com. You can also just come to our next meeting, on February 16th!

Leisure World Christian Fellowship

Submitted by Ed Schofield

This 40th consecutive season of Bible Study, which we began on Thursday, November 3rd. We are gathering from 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. every Thursday for fellowship, and for non-denominational study. The discussion is of the New Testament letters written by the Apostle Paul to the Christian churches he started around the Mediterranean.

The issues Paul wrote about are as relevant today as they were when he wrote them. Everyone is encouraged to Bring-Your-Own-Bible. Study materials will be provided, and everyone’s participation is welcomed (there are no dues or fees).

The last session of each month will be held in the Lake House next to the Lawn Bowling field or in the Rec. 1 Club Room and will include a potluck lunch. All other sessions will be held in the Rec. 1 Theater.

All Leisure World residents and their guests are invited to attend.

For more information, please contact Ed Schofield at Manor 775, email edseds727@yahoo.com, or call 720936-0584.

Leisure World Community Theatre

Submitted by Denise Haala

Mark your calendars for “DAY SIX”, a hilarious comedy featuring God, a few angels, as well as various “staff” who are working (not so efficiently) to finish up creation. Alas, when the “humans” are presented, there are more than a few issues. Created in God’s image? Oops, many of their behaviors definitely do not match the vision!

Come for a load of laughter and to support the work of the Leisure World Foundation!

Performances on the Rec 1 Ballroom stage are:

• Sat., Feb. 25 at 7:00 p.m.

• Sun., Feb. 26 at 2:00 p.m.

• Mon., Feb. 27 at 7:00 p.m.

Tickets are $10. Purchase at the Rec. office, online at lwca.org or at the door.

You are always welcome to join us at our monthly meetings. Our next meeting is on Wednesday, February 15th at noon in the Rec. 1 Club Room. Refreshments provided.

For more information, please contact Denise Haala at 224-805-7885 or denisehaala@gmail.com.

Leisure World Computer and Technology Club

Submitted by Helen Price

Our mission is to improve the daily lives of Leisure World residents through enhanced awareness and use of everyday technology.

Mondays at 9:00 a.m. - Tech for Daily Living is presented live in the Rec. 1 Theater and via Zoom, free for all Leisure World residents:

• Feb. 6, Cut the Cord/Eliminate Cable TV

• Feb. 13, QR Codes/Internet Access Options

• Feb. 20, Make Money/Watch TV Shows Free on YouTube

• Feb. 27, How to Use the Post/LW Technology

February Special Interest Group (SIG) programs in the Computer Classroom, free to members/$5 non-members. See the LW News Calendar for SIG dates/times. Topics: MS Word Tips/Tricks, Android/ Chromebook, Apple Photos Basics, Genealogy, Diabetes & Technology, Computer Security/Scams. Apple IPhone/IPad 1 on 1 Consultations in the Computer Lab.

Staffed by helpful volunteers Monday thru Friday 10:00 a.m. - noon, the Computer Lab is open to Leisure World residents and guests, and offers access to computers, printers and high-speed Internet.

Please support our mission by renewing/initiating your 2022/2023 membership. We welcome beginners to tech gurus. Dues of $10/manor can be paid via credit card on LWAZCC.ORG or in the computer lab/classroom. Also consider joining our team as a lab, administrative or program volunteer.

For more information, please email lwctcclub@gmail. com.

Leisure World Dinner Club (Formerly the Western States and Canada Club)

Submitted by Barry Jacobson

The Leisure World Dinner Club (previously known as the Western States and Canada Club) will bring a dinner evening of musical enjoyment to Leisure World on Wednesday, March 1, 2023.

The “UpTown Angels” (the uptownangeles.com) will perform favorite from the 40’s, 50’s, 60’s and 70’s.

Dinner will be catered by Premier Catering. The event will be held at Rec 2 Hopi Room, doors open at 5:00 p.m. Tickets are $30.00 per person, and they will be on sale thru the Recreation Office either in person or online starting February 6 with the last date of sale being February 24th.

Please join this old/new club for a great dinner and evening of wonderful musical entertainment.

For more information, please contact Jane Jacobsen at 406 220-1141.

Leisure World PEO Group

Submitted by Gayle Butler

The Leisure World PEO Group will hold their February meeting on Friday the 3rd in the King Card Room. Refreshments will be served at 9:00 a.m., followed by a meeting at 9:30 a.m. Betsy Flaten, Jan Wahl, Vaudine Maddux & Sherry Hurd will serve as hostess. The program to follow the meeting will be author Carol Dunbar discussing her book “The Net Beneath Us”.

Leisure World Investment Club

Submitted by Frank Jacoby

Are you making the right moves for your retirement? Learn about investing, discuss market conditions, discover fresh ideas for your retirement portfolio, bounce ideas/tips off others, experience an entertaining and social way to build your nest egg.

The Leisure World Investment Club has been educating members and residents about investing in the stock market and investing the assets of the partnership for the benefit of members/partners since 1987.

Every meeting (excluding May -October) features an education component designed to help you begin or supplement your skills as an investor. Members enjoy access to the resources and benefits derived from our affiliation with “myICLUB” and “Better Investing”. Non-members, new members, beginners, and seasoned investors are always welcome guests at our meetings.

We typically meet the second Wednesday of each month, October through April and additionally as needed over the summer. Our next meeting will be held via ZOOM and in the Theater Wednesday, February 8, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. AZ time.

For more information, please contact Frank Jacoby (frankjacoby4@gmail.com).

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A BIL is planned for February 21 at Vito’s Italian Ristorante. The social hour will start at 5:30 p.m., followed by a buffet dinner. All PEO’s and their spouses or guests are invited to attend. Janice Dill will give a program. For more information on this group, please contact Judy Taucher-Lewis at 216-641-5677.

The Group voted at the January meeting to donate $100.00 to the Leisure World library in memory of Jane Triplitt.

All PEO’S living in Leisure World are invited to join the Group.

For more information, please contact President Marta Troutman 480-247-2332.

Leisure World Photography Club

Submitted by Bob Bennett

The Leisure World Photography Club will have a guest speaker on February 4. Amy Horn will present “Macro Photography & Liquids.” Amy, who teaches photography at Northern Arizona University, has been our guest speaker several times and is always wellreceived. All residents are welcome to attend.

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On February 11, there will be a regular meeting with the activity being a video lesson and the Weekly Challenge will be “Joy.” Also, that day is our “Theme Within a Theme” contest from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the classroom next to the Fitness Center. All residents are invited to attend and vote for their favorites.

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On February 18, we will start with a brief business meeting in the theatre. The Weekly Challenge will be “Silly.” We will then adjourn to the Art Studio for a “Food Court” studio shoot. Bring your cameras and a treat to photograph. Remember, first we shoot it, then we eat it!

On February 25, we wrap up the month with a video lesson. The Weekly Challenge is “Entertainment.” pop, rock, jazz, Latin, and Country. They play in Symphonies, Orchestras, Philharmonic, theater, dance, opera, church, and private events and are teaching young students to advance their musical skills. If you attended the wedding of Vicki Noble and Richard Jensen on Jan 7, the quartet was playing there.

The Leisure World Photography Club meets each Saturday (October thru March) from 10:00 a.m.11:30 a.m.

For more information or to join our club, visit https:// www.lwphoto.club/.

As always, we will have a wonderful dinner starting at 6:00 p.m., so bring something to share. Also, bring your own table setting with utensils and a serving utensil for your food. Arrive anytime from 5:30 p.m.5:45 p.m. to get settled. Feel free to invite family and friends to enjoy the event. Cupid, please remember to dress appropriately!

For more information, please call Charlotte McLaughlin at 480-476-6007.

Wednesday, Feb 15th. All supplies provided for landscape painting.

Pat Billingsley will teach “Advance Pour Painting” on Monday, Feb 20th. It is a method of pouring paint on a surface to create a flowing design.

Maureen Roslanie-Promo will teach “Beginning Watercolors” Saturday, March 4th.

We will be offering additional classes including intermediate watercolors. Sign up for classes in the Art Studio. All are welcome. Cost is dependent on the instructor and the type of class.

And it is never too early to start thinking about the Spring Art Show on March 18th and your original fabulous artworks for the judged show.

Please take time to sign up and join the LW Art Association. Forms can be found in the Art Studio. Membership is $20 per year.

Leisure World Shalom Group

Submitted by Neesa

Galanti

The Shalom Group meets on the 3rd Sunday of the month in the Rec. 1 Club Room. Our February meeting will be an appreciation dinner for all our paid members. Dues Are only $15 a year. The February 19th meeting will be “Getting to Know You”. Anyone with an interest in Judaism is welcome to attend our meetings.

This Spring we will be having our Passover Seder on April 6th. We welcome all who would Like to attend. More information will be coming next month. Our monthly meetings include a short business meeting followed by an interesting program, refreshments, and social time. The group observes major Jewish Holidays with special programs and events.

Our Torah Study program takes place every Monday morning at 10:00 a.m. in the Anniversary Room at Rec. 1. All are welcome to attend and membership in the Shalom Group is not required to attend. If you have any questions about this group, please contact Cindy Fowler at 602-290-2163

For more information about the Shalom Group, please contact Neesa Galanti at 206-356-2727.

Lions Club

Submitted by Lion Carolin Lowy

The Leisure World Lions Club sends you all a Happy Valentine’s Day.

Once again, the Lions will be offering our annual Pancake breakfast, so mark your calendars for Tuesday, February 21 from 7.30 a.m. to 10.00 a.m. The price is $5 per person. Tickets will be available from all Lions, or you can contact Lion Dennis Heimpel at 480-2627535.

Plans are proceeding for our March Spring Fling, an evening dinner and entertainment set for Wednesday, March 29th. So, mark your calendars to gather with us for a fundraising event.

Continued services being offered by The Leisure World Lions are:

• Fly The Flag - contact Lion Allanah Courson at 951-833-6798

• Estate Sales - contact Lions Barbara and Alan Yapp at 480-218-5782

• Tablecloth Rentals - contact Lion Carolin at 480641-4626

• Your continuation of recycling aluminum cans is much appreciated. A helpful hint- empty cans make our job a lot easier.

We thank you all for your continued support!

Let’s Do Something

Submitted by Robert Lowell

Get your Valentine’s Spirit ready for a Cupid theme! February 6th is Let’s Do Something!! We are hoping for a huge group to enjoy the Allegro Quartet. The four women, Vickie Thai, Priscilla Benitez, Katrina Becker, and Karen Kroger have been collaborating for more than 25 years with vibrant music ranging from sacred,

LW Art Association

Submitted by: Pat Billingsley

The Art Association will hold its next monthly meeting on the second Thursday, February 9th at 3:00 p.m. A regular board meeting is held one hour prior.

Charlene Ingerson will teach a two-part “Collage Course” with a variety of paper and acrylic skins on Thursday, Feb 2nd and 9th.

Lee Nixon will teach “Watercolor Pencil” Wednesday, Feb 8th All supplies will be provided at no cost.

Tami Holcum will teach “Painting with Bob Ross”

LW Chorus

Submitted by Bruce Collier

SING!

Any plans for ’23? Perhaps a good time to take a trip, find a good place to discover some intriguing sights, or come upon a ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water’ or…? What you say, it’s not for me? I’ve Been Everywhere! But why not go where the mountains reign?

No telling what you might see ‘From A Distance’! Maybe you need a place that nurtures your sensibilities, a daily revelation that offers such things as different ‘Colors of the Wind’.

We could go on with your imaginary escape or simply suggest that you consider attending one or both of our concerts in March – escape with your Leisure World chorus, led by Donna Mahan and Mary Carty.

But if you like to participate, with a hidden talent from bass to soprano, join us as we SING! The quoted material above and so much more! We might have a ‘Place in the Choir’ with your name on it.

We meet every Tuesday and Thursday, in the back of Rec. 2 (Music Room), from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Join us! Find out how to ‘Say it With a Song’!

Republican Club Submitted by Diane Andersen

The December club election of officers was held with the following results: Diane Andersen president, Dave Speyer vice president, Karen Gevaert secretary and Gene Klund treasurer.

This month’s meeting will be held on February 27th which is the 4th Monday, not the customary 3rd Monday. That way you can enjoy both the Leisure World concert series and the Republican Club meeting. The meeting will be held in the Hopi/Pima at Rec. 2. The meeting will be called to order at 7:00 p.m. The special guest speaker will be Mark Finchem. He will have information from the recent General Election.

Membership dues are $5 per year per person. It is not mandatory to join the club or be a member of the Republican party to be a part of the group. Meetings are not only for education but for fellowship as well.

We will have a 50/50 drawing and free refreshments. We do hope you will join us.

In the event you are new to Leisure World and are conservative-minded and would like to become politically active, you are encouraged to contact Diane Andersen at (480)395-5515 or azpatriot13@gmail. com for information.

SOLO (Stepping Out-Lively Outlook)

Submitted by Barbara Peters

Events for February:

• Thur., Feb. 2: Leisure World Dance “Josh Ray Band” 7 p.m., Rec. 2,

• Fri., Feb. 3: Fish Fry, Cafe, Rec. 2, 5 p.m.

• Tue., Feb. 7: Breakfast, Cafe, Rec 2, 8 a.m.

• Wed., Feb. 8: Trivia,

• Tue., Feb. 14: Breakfast, Cafe, Rec. 2, 8 a.m.

• Thur., Feb 16: Solo Potluck 5pm Club Room Rec. 1, Bring a dish to share, $3. for expenses

• Thur., Feb. 16: LW dance “Midnight Confessions”

• Tue., Feb. 21: Breakfast, Cafe, Rec. 2, 8 a.m.

• Wed., Feb. 22: Trivia

• Tue., Feb. 28: Breakfast, Cafe, Rec 2, 8 a.m.

When making reservations for Leisure World Events ask for the Solo Table prices quoted for advance registration.

* Means reservation necessary!

For more information, please contact Barbara Peters 309-215-7203.

Sonoran Desert Garden

Submitted by Tish Murphy

Schedule of Events:

• Tues., Feb. 21, Rec. 1 Ballroom, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. - Energy Efficiency for a Better Arizona

This session will include a brief introduction to Mesa’s Climate Action Plan by the City of Mesa’s Conservation Department and SRP Community Partnerships, who will provide helpful tips on how to save energy at home. Learn about SRP’s Shade Tree program and many other high-tech ideas currently available. You’ll learn how to get a free programmable thermostat as well as learning how to earn free shade trees which equate to lower electric bills and a cooling effect. Join your neighbors for

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promptly at 6:30 p.m., so please be there by 6:15 p.m.

Our next Bunco night will be on Tuesday, February 7th.

The cost is $3.00 per person and all money collected is paid out in prizes. Please don’t bring anything larger than a $5 bill as we may not be able to make change.

Bring your own drink and wear your LW name tag if you have it handy. Please come early, we can accommodate a maximum of 40 people.

Bunco

Submitted by Laura Krever

Bunco meets the 1st Tuesday of the month in the King Card/Club Room at Rec. 1. We play all year round and everyone is welcome. It’s a very easy game to learn, so if you haven’t played before, come and try it. We start an informative discussion about energy efficiency SRP calls “Save With Arizona”. You will learn new information, as well as being reminded of existing ways to be more efficient at home.

Congratulations to our January winners: Robin Davis, Geno Wincek, Helen Salak, Phyllis Braasch, Mark Pechmann, and Martha Latch.

For more information, call Laura Krever at 310-9168105 or Dana Bourque at 602-757-4348.

• Fri., Mar. 24, Rec.1 Ballroom, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. - “HOA Landscaping Management and Wise Water Use”. Hosted by the Sonoran Desert Club of Leisure World whose purpose is to bring together all Leisure World residents to promote a friendly and sustainable community for people, pets, native wildlife, and desert plants.

Activities include lectures, field trips, and on hands workshops. Club dues are $10.00 per manor annually.

For more information, please contact Tish Murphy at Tishsource@aol.com.

Scrabble Club

Submitted by Carolin Lowy

Happy Valentine’s Day to one and all.

On Monday evenings a group of residents who enjoy spelling challenges come to The Lakeside Club House at Rec. 1. Check-in time is 6.00 p.m. with games starting at 6.15. We enjoy both Scrabble and Upwords. Both games and all necessary supplies are on hand including the latest official Scrabble dictionaries that include 500, yes 500 new acceptable words. To learn what is considered a new word you need to join us!

We meet throughout the year and welcome all, so come and check us out.

For more information, please call Carolin Lowy at 480-641-4626.

Casual-Aires Dinner Dance Club

Submitted by Allen

Cziok

I hope you were able to join us in January as we kicked off 2023 with Midnight Confessions. They delighted everyone with their great music that you could listen and dance to. We also enjoyed another wonderful prime rib dinner prepared and served at your table by Premier Catering

For our next event, on Saturday, February 18, we will introduce the Arizona Avenue Band. Their website says, “Every show feels like a fantastic trip down memory lane through music with songs that have shaped your youth and still hold a special place in your heart”.

Not a member? We invite all Leisure World residents to attend our fun-filled dances for only $40 per person or $75 per couple. Your evening will include dancing and listening to the best live bands in the East Valley as well as a delicious sit-down dinner.

For more information and to make reservations, please contact Gary and Nancy Smith at 480-854-1435.

Leisure World Cloggers

Submitted by Joyce Loland

The Leisure World Cloggers seldom miss an opportunity to celebrate a holiday with music, dancing, and tasty treats! The Christmas Open House was a great success and now the club looks forward to dancing to love songs the week of Valentine’s Day. Dancing makes the heart sing!

All are welcome. New residents will find the perfect evening for their loved ones in an evening of splendor, food, fun, and romance. Doors open at Hopi Ballroom at 5:30 p.m.

Guest charge is $85/per couple/per dance. Yearly dues for 4 dances are $280/couple/year.

Shall We Round Dance Club

Submitted by Kaye West

December found members of the Shall We Round Dance Club enjoying the last 2022 dances, celebrating together prior to family holiday/travel time, and looking forward to a full season of weekly dance events starting January 2.

Desert Belles

Submitted by Sharon Shields

After taking a holiday break, The Desert Belles Chorus is back!

We’re looking at new music to have ready for future sing outs. We meet every Monday from 12:30 p.m.3:00 p.m. in the music room at Rec. 2.

If you love to sing and enjoy hanging out with a great group of ladies who also love to sing, come join us.

For more information, please contact Allanah at 951833-6798.

We’re looking forward to meeting you!

Leisure World Big Band

Submitted by John Andrews

The members of the Leisure World Big Band were pleased to participate in the 10th Anniversary of the Wednesday Morning Coffee Club. Hopefully, everyone enjoyed the event.

Everyone is always welcome to attend our rehearsals on Tuesday mornings, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. in Rec. 2 Hopi/Pima Room. Come and try out your new steps, listen to the music, and enjoy the coffee and cookies.

Don’t forget that the next dance for the Leisure World Big Band is scheduled for Sunday, February 19 from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. in Rec, 2 Hopi/Pima Room. Tickets are available at the Recreation Office or at the door for $10.00 each, BYOB, setups are provided.

Hope to see you there!

For more information, please call John Andrews at 660-541-2588.

Classes for beginners are free. They are on Fridays at noon in the classroom next to the Fitness Center. Just call Fran Dusek at 602- 684-9353 by the Thursday before Friday sessions. The other Friday classes are Beginners Plus from 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m., Intermediate 1 from 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m., and Intermediate 2 and 3 from 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Cost is $5 no matter how many sessions you attend that day. A class for more experienced cloggers is held on Wednesdays from 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. under the direction of Dan Rowan and Cathy Martin.

Join us for some healthy exercise, fun music, and great camaraderie!

Leisure World Music Makers

Submitted by Martin Maciejewski

We are a small group of active seniors who get together once a week and play music. We play a wide range of easy-listening music that we are certain you will enjoy, from the forties, fifties, sixties, country, holiday, blues, and more.

We meet on Tuesday afternoons at 3:30 p.m. in the Rec. 2 Music Room.

We have a website: https://sites.google.com/view/ lwmm. The site contains a page that allows you to download the lead sheets for the music we play and a page that allows you to listen to mp3 files (generated by Band In A Box software) of our songs. (You can download the mp3 files if you wish).

We have guitar players, ukulele players, a violin player, an autoharp player, a harmonica player, and a piano player. Currently, there are only nine of us. We would like to have three or four more.

For more information, please contact Marty Maciejewski at 480-307-8061 or email martymacaz@ gmail.com.

Moonlight Serenade Dinner Dance Club

Submitted by Clarice and Joe Chism

It is the Chinese Year of the Rabbit, which is the theme of the February Dinner Dance!

In Chinese culture, the rabbit is known to be the luckiest out of all the twelve animals. It symbolizes mercy, elegance, and beauty. People who are born in the year of the rabbit are calm and peaceful. Years of the rabbit: 1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011, 2023.

On Feb 11th, Members and Guests will dress in their lovely evening attire and will enjoy music provided by Howard Schneider Orchestra and a delectable dinner served by Premier Catering! BYOB/setups provided.

We also look forward to new dancers joining this amazing and healthy activity with dance opportunities for inexperienced dancers taught in Leisure World by Bill and Carol Goss (858-822-9981) with a new Salsa class starting February 1; register through the Recreation office, and ongoing beginning lessons from Randy and Rose Wulf teaching Rumba (360-561-8999), Larry and Susan Sperry teach West Coast Swing and Slow Two-Step (406-670-3210), and Doug and Leslie Dodge teach Jive (406-860-8185).

Curious about our activity? Peek into Rec. 2 Hopi/ Pima Room to see one of our sessions in Leisure World on Wednesday and Friday mornings, on many Tuesday evenings, and at our Cactus Capers weekend festival (Fri. p.m., February 3 – Sunday a.m., February 5) to see what folks can achieve themselves if they begin round dancing and stick with it to the advanced levels!

The Mesa brochure with the complete dance schedule is available at https://gphurd.com.

More information can be found on our website: http://moonlightserenadelw@gmail.com, President, Jim McCown at pccjimmccown@gmail.com, or our website: http://moonlightserenade.yolasite.com.

All members are encouraged to assist the board in the capacity of being a board member to help this great club continue. There are 4 meetings per year and a 2-year serving commitment.

Let’s HOP it up together!

Ukuladies and Gents

Submitted by Mary Smith

The Ukulele Club meets Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the Music Room at Rec. 2.

We finished up 2022 with Christmas songs followed by a lunch at Leisure World’s Rendezvous Café.

This New Year we invite you to join in and have a great time learning a new skill or improving your playing ability on the Ukulele with our group.

If you haven’t played before, we have members that can work with you, and you can begin to play in an amazingly short period of time.

Come see for yourself and find out what Ukulele is best for you. Looking forward to meeting you.

For more information, please contact Mary Smith at 480-288-1423 or Mary Cox at 720-355-0889.

Submitted

Gun Club

by David Larson

The February meeting will be held on Wednesday, the 1st, at 7:00 p.m. in the theater at Rec. 1. Please, remember to bring three donations for the food bank.

The election of club officers was held at the January meeting. Results were:

• President - Bob Clark

• Vice- President - Keith Hepler

• Sec/Treas. - Tom Lundquist.

All offices are for a two-year term.

February Sporting Clays will be on Thursdays the 2nd, 9th, 16th and 23rd at Rio Salado. Meet in the shotgun parking lot by 7:15 a.m. to start shooting at 7:30 a.m. The cost is $30 for 100 birds, or $15 for 50.

The Rimfire event will take place on Wednesday, February 8th, at 7:00 a.m., at Rio Salado’s pistol bay #2 and Practical Pistol will be shot on Friday, February 3rd, at the same time and place. Please be there a little early on both days to help with set up.

There will be a February luncheon on Monday the 27th, at 11:30 a.m. at B.J.’s Superstition Springs.

Be sure to watch your weekly Gun Club emails for any changes to the schedule.

For questions or information, please e-mail Bob Clark at captsteptoe@gmail.com.

Lawn Bowling Club

• Q. Training? Three FREE lessons will ready you to regular play with members

• Q. Membership? $40.00 the first year and $30.00 renewal

• Q. When did the Leisure World Lawn Bowlers originate? October 1974 as “Golden Hills Lawn Bowling”

It is a game where your opponents become your friends.

For more information, please contact Dan Aicher at 425-275-3842.

Leisure World Pickleball

Submitted by Donna Macfarlane

Come on down to the pickleball courts and have some fun!

Our website is packed with all the latest information and goings on. https://www.lwpickleball.com

We have beginner lessons. Membership is not required. Loaner paddles are supplied. If interested contact Ronda Gates at: rondajgates@gmail.com with name, manor number, and phone number.

Skills and drills, round robins. Head to our website for all the up-to-date information; https://www. lwpickleball.com and click on “court schedule”.

February 1st is the pickleball general meeting in the Rec. 1 ballroom at 4:00 p.m.

Come out and watch:

Submitted

by Tish Murphy

We continue to offer classes every Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. for drop-ins who want to roll a bowl or two and see if they want to take free lessons. We play Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Social hour follows on Wednesdays and Fridays with refreshments. Many friendships are made on the “greens”.

Observers still ask, “What is the purpose of the game?” and the answer is to get your bowl closest to the jack which is the round white bowl. Not an easy thing when the “bowl” you are rolling is Not round but biased with more weight on one side than the other. The conditions of the green, how fast you roll it, and how you hold the bowl are all variables that will determine your accuracy.

Here are some of the next questions:

· Q. What equipment is necessary? Flat-soled shoes. Optional but helpful: A smile and sun protection

• February (16-18) is our LWPC Sanctioned tournament.

• February 16th Men’s doubles

• February 17th Women’s’ doubles

• February 18th Mixed doubles.

There will be a raffle with amazing prizes, a money tree, a 50/50 draw, vendors with amazing wares, and a food truck to name a few of the activities. Follow the link to enter: https://www.pickleballtournaments.com/welcome. pl?tid=6502&regopen=Y

We are looking at a ‘glow ball’ event in March

March 10-11th is our own in-house tournament. Come watch your friends and neighbors play. Stay tuned for more information.

Paddles up!

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Submitted

by Sue Weber

On January 14, 2023, the Tennis Club hosted Viewpoint and Carriage Manor in our first home invitational of the new year. Participants played in two categories - gender/gender and/or mixed doubles. All players enjoyed a delicious lunch.

On January 15, 2023, we held our Meet, Play, Eat Sunday get-together. It was a relaxing day of tennis games, great fellowship, and an opportunity for LW residents and new members to enjoy the camaraderie of the club.

Challenge Day, the Tennis Club’s annual fund raiser for the LW Foundation, was held on January 21, 2023.

Don’t forget that all LW residents are invited to attend the Tennis Academy every Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the tennis complex. The Academy is designed to teach beginners the basic strokes and rules of tennis. There are two sessions of Drop-In tennis. The morning session is held from 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. on courts 3 and 4. The afternoon session is held from 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. on courts 9 and 10. So bring yourself and your racket for some fun casual tennis!

For more information about the Tennis Club, go to our website at: https://sites.google.com/view/lwaztc.

See you on the courts!

Thursday Morning Lady Billiard Players

Submitted by Carolin Lowy every first consultation. Includes pain, pallor, pulse, paresthesia, and paralysis testing and sudomotor function tests, cardiac autonomic reflex tests, ankle brachial index testing.

The Thursday morning lady pool players meet throughout the year at Leisure Worlds’ fully equipped Billiard Room at Rec. 1. The games start at 8.30 a.m., and we play until 10.00 a.m.

We welcome all levels of playing skills so if you are a beginner, we will help you get started. If you haven’t played in a while, no problem, come join us!

Currently, some of us are enjoying games of 9 ball which helps improve our skills. If you are not sure what that is, come and observe.

Regular pool, following Leisure World rules, is played with 4 players per table.

For more information, please call Carolin Lowy at 480-641-4626.

Ceramics Club

Submitted by Laura Krever

Good news from the Ceramics Club!

We have all kinds of paints and brushes to use. We also have a large assortment of pieces to work on. Come take a look.

Hours for the club are Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m.11:30 a.m.

For more information, please call Linda Staveteig at 815-385-3605.

Jewelry/Lapidary Club

Submitted by Colleen Bodnar

The Leisure World Jewelry and Lapidary Club shop is open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Classes are offered by the club, but almost all classes fill up very fast. Class instruction time may be in the morning, evening, or on Saturdays. If you are not a member, our yearly dues are $20.00 which are payable at the time you take the class, along with the class fee.

Our next general meeting will be Tuesday, February 14, 2023, at 7:00 p.m., in the Jewelry/Lapidary shop. Our meetings are held on the second Tuesday of the month. All interested residents are invited to join us. Hope you will come by the shop for a tour or attend our meeting to learn more about Jewelry and Lapidary possibilities.

Please remember that your 2023 dues and locker fees are now due.

Leisure World Woodworking Club

Submitted by Larry Blair

The Leisure World Woodshop is open and active. All LW residents are welcome to join. For only $20 per year, all members may use the many machines and power tools available in the well-equipped shop. The

ARTS & CRAFTS CLUBS

shop is located near the basketball court.

The club is sponsoring classes in pen making, bowl making, wood carving, and general woodworking for all members. These classes will be available upon request. There are very capable instructors who are pleased to share their talents.

The shop hours are from 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday and 9:00 a.m. - noon on Saturday.

If you are interested in joining the club, come to the shop and speak with the monitor on duty. He/she will give you a walk-thru and provide details about the joining process. We would love to have you join the 229 current members.

LW Quilters

Submitted by: Carol Stickling

January was a good month as we welcomed in a new year!

We enjoyed demonstrations of two cutting machines. We are reviewing the positives and negatives of buying one for the group. We worked on organizing our fabric stash and played some games. We also had meetings on possible projects that our members want to do this year.

We held a meeting where everyone could bring their favorite quilting tool or notion and explain to the group on how it functions. Our last meeting of every month includes a Show ‘n Tell, a sew on your own time, and a short meeting. Afterward, we invite everyone to go to lunch and get to know each other better.

Our group always welcomes new members. Membership is $10 a year. We meet in the Rec. 1 Ballroom every Thursday.

For more information, please call Merrilly Strom at 480-699-9352 or Carol Stickling at 847-951-6937.

Pillowcase Club

Submitted by Darlene Footh

The pillowcase dress volunteers have been busy sewing dress for less fortunate girls all over the world. Many dresses have come in the last month. We want to thank the women who take time to sew these dresses.

If you like to sew, we would like to invite you to come join us. We have kits made up with all the material and trim to make a dress and everything is FREE.

We want to thank those who have donated pretty pillowcases, sheets, cotton material, and trim. Come to the Anniversary Room on Monday mornings from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and see the dresses that are made.

For more information, please call Darlene Footh at 701-339-8491 or Joan Bishoff at 701-200-8917.

Pottery Club

Submitted by Linda Rumberger

The Pottery Club meets in the Craft Room at Rec.1 every Monday and Thursday morning from 9:00 a.m. – Noon. Our instructor is Larron Lerdall. We also have open studio times to work on projects.

For more information, please contact Marcia Steele at 480-641-9082.

Twiddlers, Knitters, and Crocheters

Submitted by Carolin Lowy

Do you enjoy crocheting, knitting, or hand embroidery?

We are a group of ladies and gentlemen who meet throughout the year every Monday and Friday morning from 9:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m. in the Queen Card Room at Rec. 1. I am happy to report that right after Christmas I was able to send “Warm Up America” 404 rectangles that members of the group had created during the last 2 months of 2022. Way to go everyone!

Members delight in showing what they are currently creating as well as other ongoing projects including hats, scarves, throws, etc., etc. that are donated to charities here in Arizona and out of state.

We are ready to help solve any problems you might be having and or learn how to crochet, knit, and various embroidery skills.

Monthly lunch outings to celebrate birthdays are enjoyed by one and all.

We accept donated yarn to use and thank you all for your past generous donations.

For more information, please call Carolin Lowy at 480-641-4626.