Welcome to the Breeze Magazine August 2020 issue by Infinity Business Media Group

Edition 203

August 2020

"Finding Serenity in Chaenging Times "

GUIDELINES FOR ACCESSING THE COMMUNITY CENTER THE EXPANSION & ENCLOSURE PROJECT – AN INSIDE LOOK STAY HEALTHY WITH ZUMBA & CHAIR YOGA FITNESS CLASSES HELLO GOLFERS - ALIANTE GOLF CLUB WELCOMES YOU INTRODUCING OUR NEW NEIGHBORS - INTERMOUNTAIN HEALTH CARE RESIDENTS TAKE ADVANTAGE OF FREE COVID-19 TESTING MYTHS ABOUT FACE MASKS RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT – WHAT RESIDENTS ARE DOING TO CHASE AWAY THE CORONAVIRUS BLUES WATCH 'N' LEARN WEBINARS CONSUMER ALERTS

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August 2020

During this unprecedented time, in place of out Lunch and Snack 'n' Learn program, we are coordinating with state agencies and advertisers to offer “Watch 'n' Webinars or Teleconferences. You will be able to listen and interact from the comfort of your home via computer or phone.

“Finding Serenity in Challenging Times” SUN CITY ALIANTE COMMUNITY CENTER REOPENING PLAN THE EXPANSION & ENCLOSURE PROJECT BOARD LIAISONS TO THE COMMITTEES APPOINTED RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT – WHAT RESIDENTS WERE DOING TO CHASE AWAY THE CORONAVIRUS BLUES VETERANS MONUMENT & COMMEMORATIVE BRICK PROJECT HEALTH BENEFITS OF HAVING PETS NUTRITIONAL PSYCHIATRY: YOUR BRAIN ON FOOD FOURTH OF JULY FUN FACTS ARE YOU RECEIVING EBLASTS? CONSUMER ALERTS

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WE ARE FROM THE PRESIDENT

BOARD MEMBER'S MESSAGE Wayne Headrick, Secretary Sun City Aliante Board of Directors

COMMUNITY MANAGER'S MESSAGE

HEALTH & FITNESS

Hello golfers – Aliante Golf Course welcomes you.

Stay healthy with Zumba & Chair Yoga ﬁtness classes.

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HEALTH & FITNESS

MYTHS ABOUT FACE MASKS Why they are recommended and common face-mask myths busted.

INTRODUCING OUR NEW NEIGHBORS INTERMOUNTAIN HEALTH CARE

Damian Carrasco, Community Manager Sun City Aliante.

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COVID-19 TESTING AT SUN CITY ALIANTE Fire Department 18 Captain Nels Eastgard leads a “Strike Team” to administer COVID-19 testing to Sun City Aliante residents. If you missed this opportunity, please see the article.

GUIDELINES FOR ACCESSING THE SUN CITY ALIANTE COMMUNITY CENTER

President’s Message, Warren Geller, President SCAL Board of Directors.

New Watch 'n' Learn Webinars/Teleconferences

EXPANSION PROJECT – UPDATE ON EXPANSION & ENCLOSURE PROJECT An inside look at the new ﬂooring, cabinetry and spaces in the Community Center

RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT A sampling of what residents were doing to chase away the “Coronavirus Blues.”

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Community Center Guidelines

GUIDELINES FOR ACCESSING THE COMMUNITY CENTER The Sun City Aliante Board of Director's plan to reopen the Community Center includes strict guidelines that are consistent with the social-distancing and sanitation directives recommended by Governor Sisolak and health oﬃcials, which are designed to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Hours of Operation: Community Center Monday - Saturday - 6 a.m. - 8 p.m. Sunday - 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Administrative Oﬃces Monday- Friday - 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Nelenie Aronce - Assistant Manager/Director of Compliance Carol Garbarino - Customer Service Coordinator

On Wednesday, June 17, we reopened the Community Center for the hours listed above. You can make reservations by calling 702-638-5063.

COMMUNITY CENTER RESERVATION INFORMATION •

As the Community Center is still under construction, you cannot access the facility through the Front Entrance at this time. The entrances are the same as they were before we closed. Main Entrance - To access the Swimming Pool, Fitness Center or Aerobics Center, please enter through the gate at the end of the building. Then proceed through the double doors on the left. Lifestyle Associates are stationed at this entrance to assist you.

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Reservations for the Gym, Pool, and Fitness Classes will take place on the Tuesday before each week. To make a reservation, please call 702-638-5063 and provide your name, cell number and the activity you would like to reserve or Yo u m a y e m a i l y o u r r e s e r v a t i o n t o SCALCCReservations@suncityaliante.us, beginning on Tuesdays for the following week.

Social Hall & Craft Room Entrance – To access these areas, enter the double doors to the right of the Social Hall (opposite the tennis courts). Lifestyle Associates are stationed at this entrance to assist you.

Please include the following information in your email: 1. Name 2. Address 3. Telephone Number 4. Dates & Times requested, and you will be contacted with a conﬁrmation.

Vista Room Entrance – To access the Vista Room or the Management Oﬃces of the Customer Service Coordinator Carol Garbarino or Assistant Manager/Compliance Director Nelenie Aronce, please use the door near the kitchen.

Please refer to the Class Schedule included in this issue of The Breeze for the days and times for August Fitness Classes. •

YOU ARE REQUIRED TO MAKE RESERVATIONS IN ADVANCE BY PHONE OR EMAIL. Before you come to the Community Center to use the Fitness Center, Pool Area, Pool Patio Area or to participate in a Fitness or Pool Class, you must have a reservation for your preferred activity.

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To provide the greatest number of residents the opportunity to use the Pool Area and the Fitness Center, each household will be allowed to reserve as many times as they would like. For the Fitness and Pool Classes, each household will be allowed to reserve six (6) reservations per week. If your preferred time is unavailable, you can be placed on a Waiting List.

Please refer to the Class Schedule included in this issue of The Breeze for the days and times for August Fitness Classes. •

We will accept reservations one week at a time on Tuesdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For example, The Breeze is scheduled to be delivered by August 3, where you will ﬁnd an insert listing Fitness Class times/day. Please call on Tuesday, August 4 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. to make reservations for Monday, August 10 through Sunday, August 9. We will accept reservations up to 24 hours in advance for Fitness and Pool Classes. At this time, due to our limited capacity, guests will not be permitted to use these facilities. •

Please arrive as close as possible to your reservation time in the Community Center. After your scheduled time is completed, please leave the Community Center immediately.

Due to the mandate for social distancing from State and Health Authorities and in the best interests of Sun City Aliante residents and Team Associates, the Board of Directors has authorized the following guidelines for use in the Community Center: •

Face Masks must be worn throughout the inside of the Community Center and outside on the grounds of the Community Center. Those with an underlying medical condition should consult a physician.

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Face Masks must be worn unless you are swimming in the Pool, using gym equipment or during a Fitness Class in the Aerobics Room or Pool.

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Social Distancing – Stay at least 6 feet apart from other residents. Do not have physical contact with others by shaking hands or touching.

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Designated Areas – Residents can easily identify equipment and areas for use in the Fitness Center and Aerobics Room which have been marked oﬀ to indicate proper social distancing.

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No congregating - No extra-curricular or social activity should take place.

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Sanitation - Residents must follow posted sanitation instructions at all times.

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Showering - Residents must use the shower in the Pool Area before and after using the Pool.

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Food & Beverages – No food will be permitted in any area of the Community Center. Bring beverages in your personal container or a bottled container.

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Sharing – Do not share equipment, supplies or towels.

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Guest Policy - At this time, guests are not permitted to use the Community Center facilities in order to give more residents the opportunity to use the facility.

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Failure to follow these rules and guidelines may result in loss of access to the Community Center.

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A Maintenance Associate will be assigned to the gym, aerobics room and pool to continually clean and sanitize these areas.

The Community Center areas listed below will be open during the specified hours, and they are available by reservation only through the Front Desk. POOL AREA - Residents must use the shower inside the Pool Area before and after they use the pool. Equipment will be provided and sanitized before the next use. FITNESS CENTER - Residents must wipe down equipment thoroughly with Gym Wipes provided before and after using each machine. FITNESS & POOL CLASSES - Every Tuesday, the Lifestyle Department will take reservations for one week. POOL PATIO AREA – This area is available and does not require a reservation, but please call ahead to let us know you are coming. SOCIAL HALL – Usage of the room must be coordinated by Office Manager Lori Daniels or Lifestyle Director Debbie Kent. CRAFT ROOMS #1, #2, & #3 – Club times will be established with Office Manager Lori Daniels or Lifestyle Director Debbie Kent. Club Presidents will decide which club members can attend based on available occupancy and on a rotation schedule to allow all members the opportunity to participate. No sharing of materials will be permitted, and residents must stay at least six (6) feet apart from other residents with no physical contact. VISTA ROOM – Usage of the room must be coordinated by Office Manager Lori Daniels or Lifestyle Director Debbie Kent. AREAS INSIDE THE COMMUNITY CENTER CLOSED AT THIS TIME: • • • • • • •

Spa Sauna Bathroom Showers Bathroom Lockers Kitchen Water Fountains Coﬀee Services

PATROL CAR - At this time, due to the lack of volunteers, because of the health guidelines which need to be followed, the Patrol Committee will not yet resume operations. We will look at restarting Patrol operations at a later date. The Board has advised that certain groups be permitted to meet in the Community Center subject to their compliance with the mandatory distancing and sanitation guidelines.

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The Chairs of the following Chartered Clubs and Special Interest Groups have been contacted to explore their interest in resuming meeting in the Community Center. All of the Chartered Clubs & Special Interest Groups listed below have expressed an interest in meeting. Please contact the Club/Special Interest Chair for more information. The Chartered Club page in Breeze lists your point of contact for the all the groups listed below. • • • • • • • • • • •

Book Club Computer Club Minnesota Nice Group Neighborhood Watch Table Tennis Seniors with Warm Hearts Seniors Assisting Seniors Solos Aliante Fil-Am Interest Group – Not meeting at this time. Havarah – Not Meeting at this time Veterans Club & Veterans Auxiliary – Meeting in September 2020

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PLEASE DO NOT COME TO THE COMMUNITY CENTER OR VISIT THE OUTDOOR COURTS IF YOU… •

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• Due to the need for social-distancing guidelines from health oﬃcials and in the best interest of the health, safety and welfare of residents, the Board of Directors has agreed to restrict the following activities in the Community Center at this time.

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All Entertainment Clubs and Group Activities that require participants to be in close proximity and share materials including the following: • •

Club Dial, Songsters, Steppers, Ballroom Dancing and Ukulele Strummers. No Lunch 'n' Learn or Snack 'n' Learn seminars will be scheduled at this time. In lieu of the seminars, we now oﬀer “Watch 'n' Learn” Webinars/Teleconferences to keep you up to date on current issues that directly aﬀect you. Please check The Breeze and eBlast for upcoming Webinars.

OUTDOOR COURTS REOPENED – Effective, Thursday, May 21, the Board of Directors reopened the outdoor courts including, pickleball, tennis, basketball, bocce courts and horseshoe pits consistent with social-distancing guidelines and sanitation measures and only during specified hours of operation. P R A C T I C E S O C I A L D I S TA N C I N G D U R I N G ACTIVITIES: • Stay at least six (6) feet apart from other residents. Do not make physical contact with them by shaking hands, exchanging high fives, etc. • Avoid touching your face after handling a ball, racquet/paddle, or other equipment. Wash your hands promptly if you have touched your eyes, nose, or mouth.

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Exhibit any symptoms of COVID-19: mild to severe respiratory illness with fever, cough and difficulty breathing, or other symptoms identified by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Have been in contact with someone diagnosed with COVID-19 in the last fourteen (14) days; or Are a vulnerable and at-risk individual (i.e., elderly and/or have underlying health conditions, including high blood pressure, chronic lung disease, diabetes, obesity, asthma and those whose immune system may be compromised such as by chemotherapy for cancer and other conditions requiring such therapy). Do not have a reservation for a specific activity at a specific time.

PROTECT AGAINST POSSIBLE INFECTIONS BY…

All Card Games, Tile Games and Clubs/Special Interest Groups that require participants to be in close proximity and share materials including the following: Afternoon Games, American Mah Jongg, Bunco, Chicago Scoring Bridge, Euchre, Hand & Foot, Kaluki, Mahjong, Mexican Train, PAN, Pinochle, Poker and Spades, Art Workshop, Ceramics, Glass Crafters, Paper Crafters, ForgetMe-Knots and Silver Needles.

Avoid sharing food, drinks, or towels. Although there is no speciﬁc evidence that tennis balls, pickleballs or basketballs can spread COVID-19, avoid using your hands to pick up tennis balls or pickleballs if possible. Basketball players should each have their own balls

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Washing your hands with disinfectant soap and water (for 20 seconds or longer) or use a hand sanitizer if soap and water are not readily available, before going to the Community Center or the Association's Common Area facilities. Cleaning and wiping down your equipment, including racquets/paddles and water bottles. Do not share racquets/paddles or any other equipment such as wristbands, grips, hats, and towels. Bringing your own water bottle or other method of hydration and avoid using any communal water source. Using new/disinfected balls and new racket/paddle grips when possible. Considering taking extra precautions such as wearing gloves. Sneezing/coughing into a tissue or upper sleeve when necessary. Arriving as close as possible to the time you need to be in the Community Center.

We are very excited to take these next steps in reopening the Community Center. We will continue to monitor and evaluate the situation on a daily basis and keep you informed of any changes. As the guidelines for social distancing and health directives change, we look forward to the day we can resume our amazing excursions, activities and events that you love and enjoy. Respectfully, Sun City Aliante Board of Directors

AUGUST 2020

FROM THE PRESIDENT

Sun City Aliante Community Association 7394 Aliante Parkway N. Las Vegas, Nevada 89084 www.suncityaliante.org

Customer Service Oﬃce Hours Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Community Center

MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

702-638-5065 Monday - Saturday 6 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sunday 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Hello Neighbors, I was thinking about all the articles I have written over my tenure as your Board President for the last four plus years (at least 50). I remember back to when I took over for Don Schaefer, and he said one of the hardest things about being President was writing monthly Breeze articles that were informative and interesting. Well, I have to admit that monthly articles have not been too diﬃcult until now, as I have been consumed with the expansion of the Community Center and dealing with our new reality since February of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

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Community Association Manager Damian Carrasco -702-638-5007 gm@suncityaliante.us

Community Association Assistant Manager Director of Standards and Compliance Nelenie Aronce - 702-638-5006 assistantmanager@suncityaliante.us

Lifestyle Director Debra Kent - 702-638-5061 dkent@suncityaliante.us

Assistant Lifestyle Director Trish Williamson-702-638-5035 twilliamson@suncityaliante.us

Lifestyle Department Oﬃce Manager Lori Daniels - 702-638-5065 ldaniels@suncityaliante.us

Customer Service Coordinator Carol Garbarino 702-638-5023 cgarbarino@suncityaliante.us

I finally see the completion of a beautiful and enlarged Community Center, and I was so hopeful that we would emerge from the quarantine that we began on March 17 when we had to shut down operations. As it is turning out, the nightmare of the new virus is far from over and our future is frighteningly uncertain. I have started to forgo watching the nightly news on any channel as what is reported is depressing and, in many cases, twisted to satisfy some political agenda especially in a Presidential election year. Rioting and destruction of public property is totally upsetting and opposed to every value I hold dear. The act of political compromise has totally abandoned our elected officials; so, what are we to do in dealing with all this confusion? I have decided to take comfort in enjoying the little, but most important, moments in my life as a resident of Sun City Aliante. I still have small gatherings of friends, where we prepare meals together and have spirited conversation. We take all the necessary precaution needed as we go out to restaurants and take drives to see the magnificent countryside of Nevada and use our facilities that we are by law allowed to have in our Community Center.

Facilities Manager Juan Macias - 702-638-5009 jmacias@suncityaliante.us

Board of Directors Warren Geller, President Ed Sloman, Vice President Wayne Headrick, Secretary Nancy Prince, Treasurer Mark Pallans, Director Mark Smith, Director Sonja Bankston-Cullen, Director

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We continue to have so much to be thankful for, and even though it may be harder to ﬁnd at times, we must focus on the positive. We are going through turbulent times, but eventually we will have a “new normal,” and we will ﬁnd a way to have peace and love as we have always done. Stay strong, stay safe and always treasure your loved ones and friends. Respectfully,

Warren M. Geller President Sun City Board of Directors

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AUGUST 2020

BOARD MESSAGE

BOD NOTICE This Notice is distributed according to NRS116.31083. At the beginning of every Board Meeting, there is a member comment period for comments relating to agenda items only. At the end of every Board meeting, there is a member comment period for comments on any subject. During this period, the Board will hear member comments. The Board of Directors will not take action on comments or requests made during the comment periods. Agendas for the Board meeting are available one week prior to the meeting at the Front Desk and on the Association's website (www.suncityaliante.org). Copies of the minutes from a Board of Directors meeting are available from the Association Office after approval by the Board of Directors. Audio copies of a Board of Directors meeting are available from the Association Office after the minutes have been approved by the Board of Directors. The Association Office is located at 7394 Aliante Parkway, North Las Vegas, Nevada 89084. Office Hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The telephone number for obtaining an agenda is 702-638-5000. (Please note: This schedule is subject to change)

BOARD MEETINGS BOARD MEETING NOTICE Wednesday, August 12, 2020, Wednesday, September 9, 2020, Wednesday, October 14, 2020, BOD EXECUTIVE SESSION NOTICE Wednesday, August 12, 2020, Wednesday, September 9, 2020, Wednesday, October 14, 2020,

TIME 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m.

9:15 a.m. 9:15 a.m. 9:15 a.m.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

STAY INFORMED… CONNECT TO THE E-BLAST AND WEBSITE Did you find out the Community Center was starting to reopen from your neighbor? Did you miss the free COVID-19 testing at the Community Center because no one told you about it? If you are not receiving the regular eBlast emails being sent out by the Community Center, you are missing out on what is happening in and around the community. There are three basic reasons you are not receiving eBlasts: (1) you don't have an account on the Sun City Aliante website, (2) you have an account, but don't have it set to “Receive eBlasts” or (3) you have an account, have the “Receive eBlasts” flag set to “Yes” but have a Wayne Headrick “cox.net” email address. This third reason is particularly frustrating, but COX has a habit of blocking our eBlasts, and until we get that issue resolved, it is recommended that you sign up for a Gmail, Yahoo!, AOL, Mail.com, iCloud Mail or another free email account and use that email address in your Sun City Aliante website account. If you do not have a Sun City Aliante website account, it is easy to register for one. Simply point your browser to suncityaliante.org, click on the “Register” link at the top-right of the web page, fill in the requested information, click the “I'm not a robot” box, then click the “Continue” button and wait for a confirmation email from the system (remember the “cox.net” issue noted above). When you receive the confirmation email containing your initial Username and a “password reset” link, enter your chosen password and log into your account. If you have set the “Receive eBlasts” flag to “Yes” and haven't indicated that you are using a “cox.net” email address, you should begin receiving eBlasts. In addition, you will notice several new, highly useful menu items on the home page of the website. If you already have an account on the Sun City Aliante website, but aren't receiving eBlasts, you either don't have the “Receive eBlasts” flag set to “Yes” or you are using a “cox.net” email address and COX Communications is preventing the eBlasts from reaching you. Both issues are easy to remedy. Log onto your Sun City Aliante website account by clicking on the “Login” link at the top-right of the home page, enter your Username and Password and click the “Submit” button. If, by chance, you don't remember your Username and/or your Password, don't despair, just click on the “Forgot Password” or “Forgot Username” link, enter your email address, click the “Submit” button and wait for an email containing further instructions.

Sun City Aliante Board of Directors (l-r) El Sloman, Vice President; Nancy Prince, Treasurer; Mark Smith, Director; Warren Geller, President; Mark Pallans, Director; Wayne Headrick, Secretary; and Sonja Bankston-Cullen, Director. The Breeze is a monthly publication of Sun City Aliante Community Association, Inc. (SCAL), designed to provide information and news to the members of Sun City Aliante. Advertising does not inﬂuence editorial decisions or content. We reserve the right to refuse advertising for any reason or cause. Information, services, products and materials contained in The Breeze magazine are provided on an "as is" basis with no warranty. SCAL disclaims all representations and warranties, express or implied, with respect to such information, services, products and materials including, but not limited to, warranties of merchantability, ﬁtness for a particular purpose, title, noninfringement, and implied warranties arising from course of dealing or course of performance. In no event shall SCAL be liable for any damages whatsoever whether in an action, arising out of or in connection with the use, inability to use, or performance of the information, services, products and materials available from this publication.

If you have the “cox.net” email address problem, the current solution is to sign up for another free email address as noted above. Then, if you don't remember your Username and/or Password, click on the “Contact Us” menu item near the top of the home page, select “Webmaster” in the “Send To” box, include your newly created email address, mention the need to update your account's email address and ask for help with your Username and/or Password in the “How can we help you?” box. Don't forget to click on the obligatory “I'm not a robot” box, click the “Submit” button and wait for an email from the system. If you have any other issues, always remember that the “Contact Us > Webmaster” mechanism will send a note to the folks who can help you solve most problems related to the Sun City Aliante website. Wayne Headrick Secretary, Sun City Aliante Board of Directors

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AUGUST 2020

WE ARE...

COMMUNITY MGR Dear Residents, I wanted to give you an update on Expansion and Enclosure Project. I am excited to tell you we are nearing the ﬁnal stages of completion. As a result of this project, we have added approximately 3,500 square feet and remodeled approximately 2,200 square feet in the Community Center. Damian Carrasco

I hope you will take a moment to look at the photos on page 12 of this issue of The Breeze, which were taken just before the magazine was sent to print. I think you will be excited to see how attractive and inviting it is right now, and I have no doubt you look forward to the completion. During July, the construction crews worked on the interior spaces and completed the installation of the wood ﬂooring, carpeting, millwork and the granite countertops. They also ﬁnished installing the HVAC and electrical systems, thermostats and security cameras in the new spaces. On the exterior, Gothic Landscaping did an amazing job installing all the landscaping in the front and back of the Community Center. The Veterans group worked closely with management to coordinate the installation of the commemorative brick pavers around the Veterans Monument and new lighting and electrical connections for the monument.

A few of the many beneﬁts you'll realize as a result of the project include: • • • • •

A centralized point of entry to the building, providing easy access and better security An attractive porte-cochere that will cover and protect you from the elements As you enter the building, easy access to check-in at the Front Desk An expansive room with seating areas for watching TV, enjoying our million-dollar view and socializing (when heath guidelines permit) A larger Billiard Room to accommodate ﬁve pool tables and room for other games

At the completion of the project, we have arranged with MIcroShield 360 to completely sanitize all the contact surfaces and touch points of the new areas, including, countertops, furniture, door handles, etc. This is the same company who already treated the Community Center sanitizing the other areas. Because the Sun City Board of Directors recognized the need for more areas for residents to gather and more space for activities and programs, we will soon have an amazing, expanded and remodeled Community Center, which we can all enjoy for years to come. The entire team is very excited about the completion of the construction, reorganizing our new areas and eventually welcoming you to enjoy. We look forward to seeing you.

During August, we anticipate everything will be completed. This includes delivery and installation of the following: • • • • • • •

Furnishings for the Great Room, the Fireplace Room and the Library/Computer Room in anticipation of a potentially opening these areas Artwork for the new areas Five new billiard tables for the Billiard Area as well as a shuffleboard and dart board Attractively designed acoustical panels to help reduce noise A stunning new sign for the front of the building Office furniture for the managers and Front Desk staff Finally, all items on the punch list, including minor touch ups and last-minute fixes, which are customary with a construction project will be done.

Once the office furniture is delivered, the Lifestyle team will be able to move into their attractive new location near the main entrance which consists of the Front Desk, a work area behind the Front Desk, and new offices for Debbie and Trish. I will be located in my new home next to the offices of Nelenie and Carol near the Fireplace Room.

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Damian Carrasco Community Manager, Sun City Aliante

New Watch

‘n’ Learn” Webinars/ Teleconferences

During this unprecedented time while the Community Center is closed, in place of Lunch ‘n’ Learn and Snack ‘n’ Learn seminars, we are coordinating with advertisers and Nevada state agencies to oﬀer Watch ‘n’ Learn Webinars or Teleconferences (whichever mode is most comfortable to you).You can watch and listen from the comfort of your home via computer or phone. See page 17.

AUGUST 2020

ASSOCIATION NEWS

LIFESTYLE NEWS

COMMUNITY STANDARDS

Dear Residents,

Hello, Sun City Aliante Residents,

Here is to cooler temperatures and much needed rain in August!

I would like to say “Thank You” to those of you who have already turned in the Age Veriﬁcation Survey. I have been impressed with how expeditiously most of you respond to any management requests for required documents. Having said that, I would like to further explain the reason behind the required age veriﬁcation form.

SHREDDING EVENT The Sun City Aliante Community Shredding Event held on Saturday, July 18, was a huge success! Over 450 cars came through the line with materials to ﬁll the Shred Co truck. We experienced a record number of residents and hot temperatures! I want to thank the following people for their support during one of the hottest days of the year, Jan Davis – Front Desk Associate, Nancy Anderson – Front Desk Associate, Alonso Ledesma - Maintenance, Alfred “Taylor” Taylor – Maintenance, Dante McLean – Maintenance, Qung Go - SCAL Resident Volunteer, Richard Lawhead – SCAL Resident Volunteer, and Mae Go – SCAL Resident Volunteer. Thank you to the residents for staying in your cars and waiting in line to keep the event safe for everyone. It was wonderful to see so many residents participate in this event! ALTHOUGH WE HAVE HAD TO “PAUSE” OUR ACTIVITIES, WE ARE IN COMMUNICATIONS WITH A VARIETY OF VENUES FOR 2021. T-Mobile Arena has announced that Andre Rieu will be returning to Las Vegas in February. We will keep you posted if this is going to happen and when tickets for Sun City Aliante residents will go on sale. I have been in conversations with The Smith Center, Wynn Las Vegas, Cirque du Soleil, and many more to keep apprised of future events. Most everyone is waiting for the COVID-19 situation to stabilize before making any decisions to make oﬃcial announcements. STAY ACTIVE AND KEEP BUSY • • • • • • •

Do something meaningful. Watch the History Channel Documentaries, Netﬂix, Hulu, etc. Immerse yourself in comedies and feel good movies. Adopt or foster a pet. Limit your exposure to the news. Observe sunrises and sunsets, take walks, and explore nature, stargaze, go on picnics, and road trips. Nevada has so much to oﬀer with spectacular sightseeing. Show compassion to others and pay it forward with Random Acts of Kindness

Set goals for all the things you want to do when you are back to your normal routines. Our hearts may be broken, but our spirit is not!

As amended, the Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988 (The Fair Housing Act), prohibits discrimination in housing and real estate-related transactions based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap and familial status (in general, the presence of children under the age of 18 in the household). The prohibition against discrimination based on familial status became effective March 12, 1989. The Act contained a provision exempting “senior” housing from the prohibition against familial status discrimination. The Housing for Older Persons Act (HOPA) signed into law in 1995, amended the housing for older persons exemptions against familial status discrimination. The HOPA modified the statutory definition of housing for older persons as housing intended and operated for occupancy by at least one person 55 years of age or older per unit. It required that facilities or communities claiming the exemption establish age verification procedures. To qualify for the exemption, the housing community/facility must satisfy each of the following: a. At least 80 percent of the occupied units must be occupied by at least one person 55 years of age or older per unit; b. The owner or management of the housing facility/community must publish and adhere to policies and procedures that demonstrate an intent to provide housing for persons 55 years or older; and c. The facility/community must comply with rules issued by the Secretary for verification of occupancy through reliable surveys and affidavits. To calculate whether the community or facility meets the 80% requirement, a survey of residents for each unit must be collected every two years. A housing community's or facility's failure to survey its occupants in accordance with its age verification procedures could jeopardize the housing community's status as 55 or older housing. HOPA requires that at least 80 percent of the occupied units be occupied by at least one person 55 or older. The remaining 20 percent of the units may be occupied by persons under 55, and the community/facility may still qualify for the exemption. If you have not submitted this form, please see the insert included in this issue of The Breeze. This form must be properly completed and returned to the Association no later than August 31, 2020. Thank you in advance for your timely response to this request. If you have any questions, please contact Carol Garbarino in the Customer Service Office at cgarbarino@suncityaliante.us or 702-638-5023. If you need further assistance, please contact me at assistantmanager@suncityaliante.us or 702-638-5006. Have a great August!

Thank you,

Nelenie Aronce Assistant Manager, Director of Standards & Compliance

Debbie Kent Lifestyle Director

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ASSOCIATION NEWS

AUGUST 2020

EXPANSION UPDATE Update on Expansion & Enclosure Project "Pardon Our Dust”

Front Desk ﬂooring & cabinetry

Front Desk-interior space

Great Room - View across Expanded area

Great Room Window

View of the Fireplace Room

New Billiard area

Exterior rear landscaping

Rear exterior landscaping Front Desk looking toward entrance

Work Area behind front Desk

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·New Veterans Monument while under construction

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COMMITTEE NEWS

AUGUST 2020

NEIGHBORHOOD NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH

NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MONTHLY BULLETIN: Current Efforts of Neighborhood Watch

COMMITTEES

[ [ ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE

Meets every other Friday, 8:30 a.m. Harlan Nelson at hnelson867@cox.net

COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE

Meets third Fridays, 10 a.m. Linda Towers at linda1229@msn.com

COVENANTS COMMITTEE

Meets third Tuesdays, 4:00 p.m. in the Conference Room Mark Smith at MAS7809@hotmail.com

ELECTION COMMITTEE

Larry Rothstein at lilandlar@aol.com

During this time of the pandemic, your Neighborhood Watch Block Captains have never stopped being the “eyes and ears” of the community. In fact, many of the Block Captains have continued their patrols, on foot, during their daily walks. Our coordinator, Jim Blossey, has received calls about things noticed and reported. In the early morning, Block Captains have observed a few sprinkler system water leaks. When they can, they have reported the leaks to the homeowner. Sometimes residents in the house are not out in their yard when the system is on, and they do not see the “geysers” caused by a missing sprinkler head. Also, a smaller leak may dry up before the residents go out, and they will not realize there is higher water usage until they receive their water bill. Recently two Block Captains on their morning walk noted several packages piled up at a front door. The homeowners had not been aware of the deliveries, and they much appreciated the efforts to alert them to the boxes. Please note that packages left in front of a door as well as a scattering of newspapers on the driveway are a “calling card” for the criminal looking for an unoccupied house. Block Captains also continue to do “wellness” checks on neighbors. Sometimes it is just as simple as noticing that you have not seen someone for a while. Are they okay? Or maybe a family member has become concerned because they have not heard from someone. They often will reach out to the Community Center staff who will work with Neighborhood Watch to contact a homeowner. Neighborhood Watch will involve the police when efforts to reach a homeowner are unsuccessful. It is important to remember not to overlook the “flashing lights” on your home's front porch. Maybe a homeowner hit the wrong button when putting on or shutting off their front lights? Or maybe a renter is not aware that the “red” button near the front door operates the emergency flashing lights. These lights have also alerted police and fire departments to a true emergency in the home and have helped to save lives and property.

FINANCE COMMITTEE

Meets last Wednesdays, 3:15 p.m. David Grossman at dt.grossman@yahoo.com

LIFESTYLE COMMITTEE

Meets third Wednesdays, 10 a.m. Art G Davis at artgdavis@yahoo.com

PATROL COMMITTEE

Meets third Mondays, 2 p.m. Phil Zanello at zp9@aol.com

PROPERTY AND GROUNDS COMMITTEE

Meets third Thursdays, 1 p.m. Teke Sankey at tekes2@hotmail.com

COMMITTEE OPENINGS Open Positions on Lifestyle, Patrol and Property & Grounds Committees

The Communications, Lifestyle, Patrol and Property & Grounds Committees have one opening for a new committee member on their We, your Neighborhood Watch Block Captains are here, helping to keep respective committees. our neighbors safe and secure, as neighbors do for each other. For information regarding the Sun City Aliante Neighborhood Watch p r o g r a m , c o n t a c t o u r C o o r d i n a t o r, J i m B l o s s e y, a t jimandpatb@embarqmail.com or 775-530-5119. Be safe; if you see something, say something! Your Neighborhood Watch Block Captains

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If you are interested in joining one of these Committees, you can pick up “Sun City Aliante Committee Interest Application” at the Front Desk, in Carol Garbarino's office or print one off the website (www.suncityaliante.org). On the website at the top of the Home Page, you will find the heading “Documents.” Click on the arrow and select “Commonly Used Forms.” Then select Committee Interest Application. Please fill out the form and return it to the Front Desk.

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AUGUST 2020

WATCH ‘N’ LEARN You are now ready to sign up for, link into and participate in a webinar.

Dear Residents, As you know, all events such as Snack 'n' Learn and Lunch 'n' Learn Seminars have been temporarily cancelled. That's why, during this unprecedented time, we are coordinating with Nevada state agencies and current advertisers to offer "Watch 'n' Learn" Webinars/Teleconferences to keep you well informed on the latest issues and happenings that directly affect you. These Watch 'n' Learn" Webinars/Teleconferences will enable you to stay connected and to participate in live webinar discussions or teleconferences from the comfort of your own home via your computer or your phone, whichever you prefer. You may have read a lot information warning you to avoid clicking on web links that are unfamiliar, because there are a lot of scammers out there on the web. There is no need to worry about using the webinar links our advertisers offer. They are safe and secured sights that will not damage your computer in any way. I hope your will take advantage of the wonderful opportunity offered by our advertisers. They are using their time and talent to stay in touch with you. If you have not tried one before, that is all the more reason to start now and learn something new. Please consider signing up today for the following Watch & Learn Webinars/Teleconferences offered during July and Stay in the Know. If you have any questions or concerns, please email Trish Williamson at twilliamson@suncityaliante.us or call 702-429-1623. Thank you, Trish Williamson Editor, The Breeze

Webinars Made Easy Signing up for and attending a webinar is easy to do. Because most of our Breeze magazine advertisers currently use a teleconferencing software package called Zoom, this “how-to” document has been composed with that package in mind. Although you can get quite sophisticated in your use of Zoom, very little in way of computer hardware and software is needed to get started and participate in a webinar. In fact, all you really need is an Internet connection, a video screen and a speaker to see and hear what is being presented in the webinar. The process of downloading and installing the Zoom application depends on your device. If you are using a smart phone:

1. Use the link typically provided by an advertiser in his/her ad, sign up for their webinar. 2. Sometime before the webinar is scheduled to begin, the advertiser will email a link to you that you will use to enter the webinar – the link will look something like https://web.zoom.us/j/4677?pwd=KaWtnbVFYUT09”.3. A few minutes before the webinar is scheduled to begin, you can try entering the webinar by clicking on the link that was provided. If that does not work, simply copy and paste the link into your browser's address bar and press enter. 4. The webinar's host will accept you into the webinar when he/she is ready to begin. 5. If your device has a camera and/or microphone, the host will probably turn oﬀ your camera and mute your microphone, but that depends on the level of “audience participation” he/she wants; note that you also have control over those capabilities. Remember that even if your device does not have a camera and/or microphone, you will still be able to see and hear the presentation, other participants questions and comments, etc. 6. When the webinar has concluded, you will be disconnected from the session by the host.

CALL DISPATCH HEALTH! SKIP THE WAITING ROOM! Wednesday, August 12, 10 a.m. The next time you are sick or injured you might want to skip the waiting room and call DispatchHealth, a mobile urgent care service provider.They will dispatch one of their ER-trained mobile experienced medical teams right to your home to provide health care services. Does this sound too good to be true? It's not. Find out for yourself. Their board-certified clinicians will arrive at your front door to treat anything an urgent care facility can provide, plus more. They can diagnose and treat a wide variety of conditions related to the eyes, ears, nose and throat, respiratory system including COPD, the digestive track, common ailments as well as drawing blood and administering an EKG. The good news is they offer affordable, personalized service and work with all major health insurance companies in Nevada, including Medicare and Medicaid. You are invited to a Zoom meeting. Register by emailing Dispatch Health at Torrie.Brizzie@dispatchhealth.com or calling 702-7685967.

WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE HOUSING MARKET AND WHAT'S MY HOME WORTH? Thursday, August 13, 1 p.m. How has Real Estate Been Aﬀected by (COVID 19)? Attend an informative and interactive get together where you can learn what is happening in the ever-changing housing market; see speciﬁcally the market activity here in Sun City Aliante.

1. Open the Apple Play, Play Store, Google Play, etc. App on your phone; 2. Search for the Zoom app; 3. Install it on your smart phone.

Do you have friends, relatives, or investors that you think would enjoy owning here? Bring your questions; we look forward to seeing you then.

If you are using a tablet/laptop or desktop computer:

Join Eric M. Halberg, Blue Diamond Realty, Seniors Real Estate Specialist and Certiﬁed Probate Real Estate Specialist to learn and discuss what is typically our largest investment and asset.

1. 2. 3. 4.

Please sign up by emailing Eric directly for Zoom Meeting Link at testedtruere@gmail.com

Bring up your preferred browser (MS-Edge, Google Chrome, Safari, etc.); Enter “Zoom.us/download” in the website address bar and press Enter; Select the applicable version from the list of possibilities. Download and install it on your computer.

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WATCH ‘N’ LEARN DR. DEVIN'S NECK & BACK PAIN WEBINAR

Tuesday, August 18, 10 a.m.

AUGUST 2020 Please register for the Webinar/Teleconference by entering the email below into your browser: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/9330657368?pwd=RHRha0o0R2NLNzR3 U2JDNk4razFaZz09 or email Andrea Scott at a.scott@themedicarestore.com.

Are you getting more pain while being stuck (mostly) at home? Join Dr. Devin Luzod of Spinal Care of Nevada for this informational LIVE webinar to learn natural solutions for how to solve neck and back pain without the use of drugs and surgery. Special stretches, exercises, self-care routines, posture and more! Download the Zoom app on your computer, tablet or smartphone and bring your questions, the doctor will reserve time at the end of the webinar for a Q&A. Register by emailing Spinal Care of Nevada at drd@drdevin.com, or calling 702.566.HOPE (4673).

If you have any questions, please contact Trish Williamson at 702-6385035 or email twilliamson@suncityaliante.us.

NEVADA LEGAL DOCS ONLINE LIVING TRUST WEBINAR Every Thursday Through August 27 11 a.m. – Noon

Learn About

5 Ways COVID-19 May Have Affected Your Retirement Planning & What You Can Do About IT…

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Are you wondering what changes if any are right for you? Are there any unaddressed planning areas that you would like to make improvements in if possible?

Please RSVP To: 702-562-8181 or info@trustmaster.com Can't wait for a seminar or have a question. Call to set up a free 1-hour consultation.

Thursday, August 20, 2 p.m.

We are going to discuss these topics and more, including experience an example of our simple and comprehensive one-page retirement income, investment management, long term care protection & ﬁnancial legacy planning process. Unique times call for unique solutions and that is what we are doing this month! With community gatherings at the Sun City Aliante Community Center not available, you have a choice to access this information via a live webinar presented by Wealth Optimization & Protection Strategist Adam Goodman, WMCP®, RICP®, & LACP® or via a small group presentation at the Centennial Hills Library. In-Person - Wednesday August 19 at 11 a.m. at The Centennial Hills Library 6711 N. Buﬀalo Drive. Attendance is limited, you must register in advance, and agree to abide by Clark County Library's current safety guidelines. Email clientservices@askadamgoodman.com or call Kathleen at 702-945-2735 to register. OR Thursday, August 20 at 2 p.m. as an online webinar, check the Sun City Aliante E-blast for registration instructions, email clientservices@askadamgoodman.com or call Kathleen at 702-945-2735

Aﬀordable Living Trust Packages Why you need a trust if you own real estate Trust protection from lawsuits & creditors Why you should avoid probate Medicaid Estate protection strategies

SPECIAL NOTICES UPDATE ON AARP DRIVER SAFETY CLASSES Refreshing Your Driving from Home Could Reduce Your Auto Insurance Costs The award-winning AARP Smart Driver course will help you refresh you driving skills and increase your conﬁdence on the road. You'll learn the latest traﬃc laws and proven safe-driving strategies. Plus, when you complete the course, you could qualify for a multiyear discount on your auto insurance. 25% OFF Register online at: aarpdriversafety.org Use Promo Code: DRIVING SKILLS Good through: December 31, 2020, for the online course only.

Investment Advisory Services are oﬀered through Brookstone Capital Management, LLC (BCM), a Registered Investment Advisor. Insurance and annuity products are provided separately through Adam Goodman

HOW TO AVOID MEDICARE MISTAKES AND FRAUD DURING THE COVID-19 Friday, August 21, 10 a.m.

Join Brandon and Andrea Scott from The Medicare Store on August 21 at 10 a.m. and learn about the Medicare Mistakes you should avoid such as, making a decision without all the facts, assuming Medicare covers everything, not taking advantage of Part A if you are eligible but not yet enrolled in Medicare and the list goes on. They will also discuss Medicare Fraud and abuse and how seniors can ensure they are not being ﬁnancially exploited.

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Sun City Aliante Computer Guy Jim Davis, Sun City Computer Guy, has suspended his free computer clinics for the summer. There will be no clinics oﬀered during the Summer. Jim's free Computer Clinics will resume on Thursday, October 1st, from 8am - 12 noon, in the Community Center. During this break, Jim will continue to oﬀer free computer advice and free help for you to solve your computer problems by email. Jim's email is scalcomputerguy@gmail.com.

AUGUST 2020

HEALTH & FITNESS

STRIKE TEAM BRINGS COVID-19 TESTING TO THE SUN CITY ALIANTE COMMUNITY

At the conclusion of the COVID-19 testing, members of the Strike Team posed for a photo. There were 14 people representing diﬀerent segments of the emergency response community. Thanks to them one and all! By Trish Williamson

As Coronavirus (COVID) Testing has been a big concern for many communities across the country, Sun City Aliante was pleased to facilitate the opportunity for FREE COVID-19 testing. A “Strike Team” conducted the testing on Wednesday, July 8, in the Vista Room of the Community Center from 8 a.m. – noon and 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Clark County Captain Nels Eastgard

Thanks to a request from N o r t h L a s Ve g a s Councilman Richard Cherchio and other members of the City Council to the Southern Nevada Health District, nearly 400 Sun City Aliante residents and staﬀ members received free COVID-19 testing that day.

”It was a true team effort,” explained Captain Nels Eastgard, the leader of the team, who is employed by Clark County Fire Department Station 18 and is the MSAC Mobility Branch Director. “The Clark County Fire Department, Clark County Office of Emergency Management, Southern Nevada Health District, American Medical Response, University Medical Center (UMC) and Community Ambulance all played a pivotal role in providing this service to your community,” he added. According to Eastgard, they have a couple of different parallel programs that are offered for testing. “Your facility is an example

of what we are doing with 'Strike Teams.' We are mobile, and we go to different parts of a community to test various populations, including senior and low-income communities or districts which have not been tested a lot,” added Eastgard. “We look at the data that the Health District, the state and UMC provide to map out a strategy and a plan to see where we can provide testing,” he continued. “It is not easy with the requirement for social distancing to find a facility that's big enough. But we try to more precisely target these communities with Strike Teams.” “From what we have seen of COVID-19 so far, it is having a significant effect on seniors who have previously identified medical conditions,” continued Eastgard. “We realize most seniors are less likely to venture very far from where they live. We try to go these areas, such as this community, to facility testing so they won't have to venture across town.” For residents who took the test, what did it show? “We took a “snapshot” test for residents. They either had the COVID or did not have it at that point in time. It was a good opportunity to take this test. At least you know, if you are being smart by washing your hands and doing the proper social distancing, you will most likely maintain a negative for COVID,” explained Eastgard. What happens if you test positive or negative? All the collection samples are sent to the Health District lab, and they are processed within 24 to 48 hours. The Health District then contacts anyone who tests positive, and they start the process of tracing and give them information about quarantine and isolation,” he continued.

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HEALTH & FITNESS “Everyone who is tested receives a card with a website address, and they are asked to wait seven days and then go on the website to see their results. If they are negative when they access the site, they will be able to print out a copy of their negative results if they need to show them,” added Eastgard. “If an individual has not received a phone call within 48 hours, then it is pretty safe to say the results are going to be negative.” What other types of testing are used? “One test is what we call the 'Brain Scratcher' in which a swab is inserted way back in your nose; another one uses a swab i n y o u r mouth. The test we used for your residents was simply a selfcollection with a nasal swab,” Eastgard said. “We have one-on-one coaching with this test to make sure we get a good sample. This test is reliable even though the swab does not go far up your nasal passage, and it's does not hurt.” What if you missed the testing on July 8 and want to be tested? For residents who were not able to take the test at Sun City Aliante, other options, such as static sites, are readily accessible on Tuesdays through Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Texas Station Casino and University of Nevada, Las Vegas. You can visit the Southern Nevada Health District website at https://www.southernnevadahealthdistrict.org/covid-19-testingsites/ for an up-to-date listing of all the public testing that is available in the district response area. “The static sites are run with the support of University Medical Center and the Nevada National Guard. They average about 1500 tests a day at both locations,” said Eastgard. “If residents are interested in obtaining an appointment, they can visit the UMC website at https://www.umcsn.com/. Registration is easily accessible from the home page of the website.” How long will you continue to oﬀer this testing? “At the point, we are staﬃng and scheduling tests though the end of the year. We know people are worried right now about what's going on, and we want to make sure they have the opportunity to be tested,” he said. “As the demand changes and the path of the virus changes, there may be opportunities for us to come back or set up somewhere else and we'll keep you informed.” Our sincere appreciation to Clark Country Fire Captain Nels Eastgard and his “Strike Team” for bringing this unique opportunity for COVID-19 testing to Sun City Aliante and helping to ease the minds of many residents.

HELLO GOLFERS… ALIANTE GOLF CLUB WELCOMES YOU! It has been an unusual spring and start to the summer to say the least. The staff at Aliante Golf Club would like to thank our local residents for the tremendous support through these extraordinary times. Your support has allowed us to stay open, employ staff and keep moving forward. The golf business had to adapt to a new way of life and restrictions. Aliante Golf Club has tried to stay ahead of those restrictions to make sure that we can stay open and provide you the services you have come to love. Restrictions have limited us to one person per cart with the exception of people within the same household and when you only have 75 carts, you can see how that limits the tee times we can provide. We have also been restricted on the size of large groups, shotguns and parties, but we have prevailed with a steady flow of play from our regulars. We thank you for your patience and understanding as we try to provide you the best service and product while following the Governor's restrictions. The 3100 Grille has been restricted to 50% occupancy, but even with those restrictions, you have embraced the Grille and helped create a nice pleasant crowd that enjoys the camaraderie and the mountain view. We look forward to getting back to hosting our happy hours and live entertainment twice a month. These events have been growing in popularity and we will come back strong when restrictions are lifted. Many of our regular golfers have commented that the turf and attention to detail around the course have been the “Best in the History of Aliante”. Just ask around. You need good conditions to create a loyal customer base. Golf Course Superintendent Jeff Lezon and his very strong staff took advantage of the Governor-mandated April shutdown to work on improving conditions and to complete our second successful turf removal. We have strategically taken out turf that does not affect play to reduce our water footprint. If you are familiar with our layout, then you have to agree that the removed turf in unnoticeable areas does not make us look like a desert course. It actually looks very clean and detailed. Also, during the closure, Jeff and his team took the opportunity to aerify the greens. This was great timing for us as it would usually impact business and your play. We will continue to work hard to provide a great golf property to our players and the community. I sincerely feel the best is yet to come. Have a great and safe summer and we hope to see you around the course!

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Bill Rowden General Manager Elite Golf Management

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AUGUST 2020

FITNESS CLASSES RESUME IN THE AEROBICS ROOM Consider joining us for the popular Zumba and Chair Yoga Classes We are so excited to welcome everyone back to our Fitness Classes in the Community Center. In this issue, we are featuring two Fitness Instructors, Christie White, who teaches regular Zumba and Zumba Express and Fara Abbasian who teaches Chair Yoga.

EXPERIENCE THE EXCITING BENEFITS OF CHAIR YOGA WITH FARA ABBASIAN Chances are you have heard about the beneﬁts of regular Yoga, but you are not quite sure about Chair Yoga and how it can help you.

DANCE YOUR WAY TO A HEALTHIER YOU WITH CHRISTIE WHITE Are you ready to shake up your routine with one of the most awesome workouts ever? Would you like to dance to great music, burn a ton of calories and improve your overall health? Then Zumba is your thing! “Zumba targets lots of different muscle groups at once for total body toning and boosts your heart health. You not only get aerobic benefits (it really gets your heart rate up), you also get anaerobic benefits – the kind that help you maintain a good cardiovascular respiratory system. It also helps you to destress,” said Christie. “Everyone can go at their own pace. A lot of people have limitations, so you can just modify. If you cannot jump and twist, that is okay. You just do what you can and have a good time. The important thing is that everyone is smiling, having fun, and they are really getting a good workout,” noted Christie. Regular Zumba is now offered for a full hour on Tuesdays and Fridays at 9 a.m. We also offer Zumba Express for 30 minutes on Thursdays at 11 a.m. Just call the 702-638-5063 to make a reservation. If you cannot attend the classes in the Community Center, Christie offers a reservoir of learning online. “You can just search my name on Facebook (Christie Day White) and send me a request, because I created a group page for Zumba where you can take a virtual class with me anytime. I have 30 different classes online for 30 minutes each,” emphasized Christie. How important is exercise during this time of quarantine? “It keeps you going. It motivates you. It helps your overall health, stamina and morale. The only rule is to have fun, keep moving and don't worry about the footwork,” said Christie. Christie is a certified Zumba instructor. She has taught classes at the YMCA, Curves, Spectrum Club and Live Action Dance Studio and Sun City Aliante for four years.

“Chair Yoga is a great way for older adults to get the amazing health benefits of yoga. Staying seated in a chair permits you, even if you cannot walk well or are not very flexible, to still do the exercises,” said Fara. “It's is an excellent way for seniors to loosen and stretch painful muscles, reduce stress and improve overall health. Chair yoga also helps improve circulation, reduce blood pressure and joint strain and build strength and balance,” she added. “Chair Yoga offers the same benefits as regular yoga,” emphasized Fara. “The benefits also include muscle toning, better breathing habits, better sleeping and weight loss.” Chair Yoga is now offered for a full hour on Mondays and Wednesdays at 11 a.m. Just call the 702-638-5063 to make a reservation. If you cannot make it to a regular class in the Community Center, Fara offers online video classes on YouTube, which were recorded when the Community Center was closed. Just go to YouTube and type in Fara Abassian, and you will have access to a full range of videos as well as healthy holistic cooking tips. Fara is a certified coach who specializes in holistic health coaching. “I practice yoga because I know how great it is for your mind and body. Your thoughts affect your physical body. The foods you eat affect your mind. It's the whole package,” she said. Why is yoga so important during this type of quarantine? “I realize this is the new normal, and we better get used to it to protect ourselves; yoga will help us get through these challenging times, Fara said. “I also practice something I call “STILL”. If something negative comes into my mind, I use this remedy. 'S' – I stop. 'T' – I think. 'I'- I investigate. 'L' - I learn. 'L' I live,” Fara said. “I sit down and focus, stop and move forward with a new attitude. We can control our thoughts feelings and emotions. We don't have to be victims in all of this.” If you would like to schedule a live ZOOM class with Fara, you can contact her at 702-324-2548. We hope that you will schedule a Zumba and/or a Chair Yoga class soon by calling 702-638-5068. A fun fitness experience is waiting for you.

MYTHS ABOUT FACE MASKS WHY THEY'RE REALLY RECOMMENDED, PLUS WHEN AND WHERE YOU SHOULD WEAR THEM Face masks are everywhere. What were once reserved for hospitals and health care settings are now a common sight on sidewalks and in businesses throughout the country. Still, there are several misconceptions when it comes to masks. Here are common face-mask myths, busted.

You do not have to wear a face mask if you don't feel sick. False. Experts have learned more about the coronavirus and how it spreads, and now the recommendation from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is that everyone — including people who feel perfectly healthy — should wear a face covering in public settings where it may be diﬃcult to maintain at least 6 feet of space from other people such as grocery stores, retail shops, hair salons, crowded parks and more.

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MYTHS ABOUT FACE MASKS (Cont’d) Why? It's an added layer of protection. The virus is thought to spread easily between people who are in close contact with one another by respiratory droplets produced when an infected person talks, coughs or sneezes. And because some infected people might be presymptomatic or even asymptomatic, and as such are at risk of unknowingly spreading the virus to others, a face mask provides “an extra layer to help prevent the respiratory droplets from traveling in the air and onto other people,” the CDC says. People who feel sick should stay home and not venture out in public. They should wear a face mask when interacting with family members or caregivers at home.

Everyone should wear surgical masks or N95 respirators. False. The CDC advises the general public to wear cloth face coverings, not medical-grade masks, which are best for health care professionals on the front lines of the pandemic. The CDC-recommended coverings can be purchased (retailers such as Gap and Disney are selling them), sewn or fashioned from everyday household items, such as bandannas and rubber bands — even socks.

A loose-fitting mask works just fine. False. The key is to make sure your face mask “fits snugly but comfortably against the side of the face,” says the CDC, and completely covers the mouth and nose to help prevent respiratory droplets from escaping. It's important to make sure you can breathe without restriction with it on.

You should wear a face mask even when you swim. False. If you plan to head to the pool or the beach this summer, don't forget to wear your face mask on the way. YOU SHOULD NOT WEAR IT IN THE POOL. But please wear it when you're out of the water and around others. When you're in the water, the best way to reduce your risk of spreading or acquiring the virus is to keep a distance of at least 6 feet from other people and to wash your hands often when you're done swimming.

Your face mask doesn't need to be washed. False. Masks collect germs, so it is important to wash them after each use, the CDC advises. If you are using a washing machine, regular laundry detergent and warm water work just ﬁne. To wash your mask by hand, mix up a solution of bleach and water (4 teaspoons of household bleach per 1 quart of room-temperature water) and soak your mask for 5 minutes before rinsing it with cool or room-temperature water. The CDC has directions on how to wash your face mask at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-gettingsick/how-to-wash-cloth-face-coverings.html/ (Source: Rachel Nania, AARP, June 2, 2020)

COVID MASK EXEMPTION CARDS ARE NOT FROM THE GOVERNMENT To help limit the spread of the Coronavirus, many states are requiring people to wear face coverings in places open to the public. But there are cards circulating online and on social media that say the holder has a disability that prevents them from wearing a mask, and that it's illegal for any business to ask them to disclose their condition. Variations of the card include the seal of the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), one of the federal agencies responsible for enforcing the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Your cloth face covering protects you from getting a coronavirus infection. False. Cloth masks may reduce your risk of getting infected, but there haven't been enough studies on them “in real-world settings” to know for sure whether they protect the wearer from becoming infected with the coronavirus. It's more likely that cloth face coverings help prevent an infected wearer from spreading disease to others by minimizing the dispersal of respiratory droplets via talking, coughing and sneezing. Even with a face mask on, it is important not to abandon other preventative measures, such as frequent handwashing and physical distancing, the CDC says. Mitigating the risk of COVID-19 (the illness caused by the coronavirus) requires a multipronged approach, “which includes social distancing and isolation and hygiene and wearing the masks,” explains Gonzalo Bearman, M.D., an associate hospital epidemiologist and chair of the Division of Infectious Diseases at the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. “It's not one or the other. It's all of it.”

Babies should wear face masks. False. Children under age 2 should not wear a face mask, the CDC says. Neither should anyone who “has trouble breathing, or is unconscious, incapacitated or otherwise unable to remove the mask without assistance.”

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The fact is, these cards aren't issued or endorsed by DOJ, or any other federal agency. DOJ urges the public not to rely on the information contained in these postings, and to visit ADA.gov for ADA information issued by the agency. For information about your rights under the ADA, visit ADA.gov, or call 800-514-0301 or 800-514-0383 (TTY). Want more information about the latest scams we're seeing? Visit ftc.gov/coronavirus, and sign up for our consumer alerts. And, when you spot a scam, tell the FTC: ftc.gov/complaint. Because you can help us keep working to put a stop to these scams.. (Source: Federal Trade Commission)

AUGUST 2020

AUGUST 2020 RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT...

We asked Sun City Residents to submit articles and photographs that described some of the activities they were involved in during the past few months, while they were “sheltering in place.” Thank you to everyone for your submissions.

HERE IS A SAMPLING OF WHAT SOME RESIDENTS WERE DOING TO CHASE AWAY THE CORONAVIRUS VIRUS BLUES MAHOGANY FIRE ON MOUNT CHARLESTON

BIRDWATCHING

As Clark County firefighters battled a wildfire near Angel Peak on Mount Charleston on Sunday, June 28, the skies above Sun City Aliante reflected smoke and dust from the blaze. Due to the high winds the fire spread rapidly over 5,000 acres as of 7 p.m. Chery Adams took the photos near her home.

Bird Watching, called Birding, helps you connect with nature. With their voices, plumage patterns, colors, and antics, birds invite us to learn about them and the ecosystems they inhabit. If you start birdwatching, you'll start to pay closer attention to nature. It is also good for your health. Spending the time and energy ﬁnding and observing birds is great for you physical, mental and emotional health. ~ Submitted by Pam Vonderohe

A DESERT VISITOR On a lighter note, Cheryl recently discovered a desert tortoise exploring her backyard. Did anyone lose their pet? ~Submitted by Cheryl Adams

“THE ROCK FAIRY” GAMA ACKNOWLEDGEMENT More rocks located in the community. Patricia and Fred Hinshaw stopped by the Editor's oﬃce to ask if I knew who had created the whimsical painted rocks displayed here. They were created by “The Rock Fairy” Gama. Would “The Rock Fairy” Gama please come forward and be recognized? Please contact Trish Williamson at twilliamson@suncityaliante.us or 702-638-5035.

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE LAWHEADS! Donna and Richard Lawhead celebrated their 33rd Anniversary on July 4, 2020 at the PRIME restaurant in The Bellagio Resort & Casino. It was a wonderful dinner celebration for them. The most exciting event for us during the quarantine was one morning before we got up a road-runner bird came into our house through the open doggie-door while we were still in bed. Wow, what a racket! He ﬁnally found his way out but had me chasing him for a few minutes with a broom in the living room. You should have seen how fast he ran away when he hit the exit in the backyard! Other than that, we have been watching lots of TV and catching up on our naps. ~ Submitted by Richard Lawhead

INSPIRING SCENIC PHOTOGRAPH Enjoy viewing the photograph captured by Glenn Bernstein during a trip to Valley of Fire Natural Park. Pictured below are four big horn sheep, who are residents of the beautiful area. ~ Submitted by Glenn Bernstein

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WALKING… AMONG MANY OTHER THINGS My husband, Don, and I did a lot of walking every morning before I went to my daughter's, Minola Hunt. We were able to meet a lot of great neighbors and enjoyed the scenery and seeing diﬀerent parts of our community. A week after school was closed, I started going over every day to help her with reading, zoom calls, music, etc. This kept me busy. My daughter took a new job during all of this, but she was still tied to the old one. She did that for six weeks. She was doing two jobs virtually, and I really had to pick up the slack by making lunches and sometimes dinner.

KEEPING BUSY WITH PUZZLES, QUILTING AND LONG WALKS Gene and I have been staying very close to home, since March 20. Our big outing each day is our 2-mile walk around the neighborhood. We are so glad to say hello to our friends even at a distance. We have been putting puzzles together, and sometimes it takes a week to do one. We also play cards every afternoon, which is two-handed “hand and foot.” I've made some baby quilts and other quilts, which is a passion of mine. I also love to bake, and we are home all the time to enjoy the goodies.

~ Submitted by Amy Redd

We haven't gotten bored, stressed out, or killed each other, so life is good under this Covid 19 virus. Stay safe everyone, hope to all get together again soon. ~Submitted by Gene and Cheryl Gustin Amy is pictured with her granddaughter and grandson, Aria and Cameron Hunt.

CELEBRATING JULIA MARTIN'S 100TH BIRTHDAY On May 10, Sun City residents held a “Car Parade” at Silver Sky at Deer Springs to celebrate Julia Martin's 100th birthday. The parade featured 1520 vehicles and some were decorated. The local Police stopped by, along with Channel 8 and 13 news reporters! Julia is the mother-in-law of the Veterans Auxiliary Secretary, Martha Martin. ~ Submitted by Martha Martin

This photo was taken from one of the cars in the "Car Parade." Pictured seated and dressed in white (in the foreground) is "Birthday Gal" Julia Martin who celebrated her 100th birthday. Julia is surrounded by wellwishers and staﬀ members of the assisted living facility Silver Sky at Deer Springs where she resides.

Even the North Las Vegas Police Department joined in on Julia's 100th birthday celebration.

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AUGUST 2020

RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT...

THE VETERANS MEMORIAL MONUMENT AND COMMEMORATIVE BRICK PATIO

The Sun City Aliante Veterans Club has unveiled plans for a new Veterans Memorial located on the front side of the newly expanded and enclosed Community Center to the left of the main entrance. The project was spearhead by The Memorial Committee of the Veterans Club, headed Sy Nielson, in coordination with the Property & Grounds Committee and Gothic Landscape Company. The new memorial is designed to serve as to a place to remember and reﬂect and is dedicated to all members of the United States Armed Forces. Surrounding the monument, will be approximately 800 inscribed bricks (5 ½ X 11-inch) laid in a grid pattern. Residents are invited to purchase a brick, and to have it inscribed as a lasting remembrance for a loved one, family member or friend; the person being recognized does not have to be a member of the U.S. Armed Forces. All residents are invited to participate in the Sun City Aliante Veterans Club's Commemorative Brick Project. Buy a brick and remember a loved one… IT'S MORE THAN A BRICK. IT'S THEIR STORY. The cost per engraved brick is $130. For more information, please contact Sy Nielson at synlo@yahoo.com or 702-234-9183.

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Intermountain Healthcare is excited to announce the opening of the new Nature Park Senior Clinic Intermountain Healthcare is excited to announce the opening of the new Nature Park myGeneration Senior Clinic on August 17, 2020. Nature Park clinic will be conveniently located at 2550 Nature Park Drive and provides services to the North Las Vegas area that includes Sun City Aliante. Our Nature Park myGeneration Senior Clinic is one of 30 myGeneration Senior Clinics throughout southern Nevada. Our unique myGeneration clinic model provides innovative, senior-focused primary care to individuals who participate in a Medicare Advantage plan. These clinics aim to serve our senior population by providing specialized healthcare that meets their needs. Intermountain Healthcare myGeneration Senior Clinic providers specialize in senior healthcare. Our conciergestyle clinics oﬀer a variety of services including annual wellness checks, diagnostic testing, on-site laboratory

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services, care for chronic conditions, immunizations, and care navigators that act as advocates for healthcare needs. In addition to these benefits, our myGeneration Senior Clinic model offers same-day access for urgent needs, more time with providers during visits, and an innovative appointment scheduling structure. New patients are seen within 2 weeks and established patients are seen within 2 days of scheduling their appointments. For individuals living in Sun City Aliante, our newest Clinic provides services that redefine senior health care. Intermountain Healthcare's aim is built into our mission statement of Helping People Live the Healthiest Lives Possible®. We are committed to delivering truly patientcentered care for every stage of life and enabling healthy behaviors that can lead to longer, more fulfilling lives.

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HIGHLIGHTS

AUGUST 2020

FREE SHREDDING EVENT FOR SCAL RESIDENTS- SUN CITY ALIANTE PARKING LOT – JULY 18 The Sun City Aliante Community Shredding Event held on Saturday, July 18, was a huge success! Over 450 cars came through the line with materials to ﬁll the Shred Co truck. We experienced a record number of residents and hot temperatures! I want to thank the following people for their support during one of the hottest days of the year, Jan Davis - Front Desk Associate, Nancy Anderson - Front Desk Associate, Alonso Ledesma - Maintenance, Alfred "Taylor" Taylor - Maintenance , Dante McLean - Maintenance , Qung Go - SCAL Resident Volunteer, Richard Lawhead - SCAL Resident Volunteer, and Mae Go - SCAL Resident Volunteer. Thank you to the residents for staying in your cars and waiting in line to keep the event safe for everyone. It was wonderful to see so many residents participate in this event! Debbie Kent, Lifestyle Director

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CONSUMER ALERTS

AUGUST 2020

THE CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION (CDC) Advise Taking Extra Precautions for Grocery Shopping, Take-Out, Banking, and Doctor Visits As communities across the United States take steps to slow the spread of COVID-19 by limiting close contact, people are facing new challenges and questions about how to meet basic household needs, such as buying groceries and medicine, and completing banking activities. The following information provides advice about how to meet these household needs in a safe and healthy manner. Find additional information about people who need to take extra precautions on this website https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019ncov/need-extra-precautions/index.html. Shopping for food and other household essentials

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Stay home if sick - Avoid shopping if you are sick or have symptoms of COVID-19, which include a fever, cough, or shortness of breath. Online or use curbside pickup • Order food and other items online for home delivery or curbside pickup (if possible). • Only visit the grocery store, or other stores selling household essentials, in person when you absolutely need to. Protect yourself while shopping Stay at least 6 feet away from others while shopping and in lines. Cover your mouth and nose with a cloth face covering when you have to go out in public. • When you do have to visit in person, go during hours when fewer people will be there (for example, early morning or late night). • If you are at higher risk for severe illness, ﬁnd out if the store has special hours for people at higher risk. If they do, try to shop during those hours. People at higher risk for sever illness include adults 65 or older and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions. • Disinfect the shopping cart, use disinfecting wipes if available. • Do not touch your eyes, nose, or mouth. • If possible, use touchless payment (pay without touching money, a card, or a keypad). If you must handle money, a card, or use a keypad, use hand sanitizer right after paying. • •

Use hand sanitizer After leaving the store, use hand sanitizer. When you get home, wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. • At home, follow food safety guidelines: clean, separate, cook, chill. There is no evidence that food or food packaging has been linked to getting sick from COVID-19. •

Accepting Deliveries and Takeout Orders - Limit in person contact if possible • Pay online or on the phone when you order (if possible). • Accept deliveries without inperson contact whenever possible. Ask for deliveries to be left in a safe spot outside your house (such as your front porch or lobby), with no person-to-person interaction. Otherwise, stay at least 6 feet away from the delivery person. Wash your hands or use hand sanitizer after accepting deliveries/collecting mail • After receiving your delivery or bringing home your takeout food, wash your hands with soap and water for 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use a hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.

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After collecting mail from a post oﬃce or home mailbox, wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use a hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.

Banking - Bank online whenever possible If you must visit the bank, use the drive-through ATM if one is available. Clean the ATM keyboard with a disinfecting wipe before you use it. • When you are done, use a hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds when you get home. •

Getting Gasoline Use disinfecting wipes on handles and buttons before you touch them (if available). • After fueling, use a hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Wash your hands for at least 20 seconds when you get home or somewhere with soap and water. •

Going to the doctor or getting medicine - Talk to your doctor online, by phone, or e-mail if possible • Use telemedicine or communicate with your doctor or nurse by phone or e-mail. • Ta l k t o y o u r d o c t o r a b o u t rescheduling procedures that are not urgently needed. If you must visit in-person, protect yourself and others If you think you have COVID-19, let the oﬃce know and follow guidance. • Cover your mouth and nose with a face covering when you have to go out in public. • Do not touch your eyes, nose, or mouth. • Use disinfecting wipes on frequently touched surfaces such as handles, knobs, touchpads (if available). • Stay at least 6 feet away from others while inside and in lines. • When paying, use touchless payment methods if possible. If you cannot use touchless payment, sanitize your hands after paying with card, cash, or check. Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds when you get home. •

Limit in-person visits to the pharmacy Plan to order and pick up all your prescriptions at the same time. If possible, call prescription orders in ahead of time. Use drivethru windows, curbside services (wait in your car until the prescription is ready), mail-order, or other delivery services. Do the same for pet medicine. Call 911 if you believe it is an emergency.

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(Source: Centers for Disease Control & Prevention)

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COMING ATTRACTIONS

AUGUST 2020

Movies are free to SCAL residents. Guests pay $4. You must sign up at a Lifestyle Associate's Desk by noon the day of the show to receive your tickets. You are welcome to bring your own snacks and drinks. Tickets must be presented at the door. Doors open at 5:45 p.m. Alcohol is not permitted at the movies. FREE/SCAL residents; $4 per guest

Our previously advertised movies will be shown at a later date, including Ford vs. Ferrari, Knives Out and Parasite.

DUE TO THE CORONAVIRUS - MOVIES & DANCE IN AUGUST ARE CANCELLED AT THIS TIME.

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AUGUST 2020

CHARTERED CLUBS

BOOK CLUB

Chocolate Chip Squares

The Book Club selection for August is The House of Broken Angels, by Luis Albert Urrea. Join us for a discussion at the Community Center at 7 p.m. on Thursday, August 20, 2020. For a list of upcoming book selections, please visit our website at www.scaliante.com. For more information, please contact Jeannette Smith at 702-649-2468.

CERAMICS CLUB Ceramics Club members hope by the time you read this article that they will be back in the Craft Room and busy working on their projects that have been on hold for some months. New members are always welcome. If you are not sure what is involved, stop in on one of their meeting days to see all the different projects you can choose to work on. You can bring in your own item or you can purchase one of the various pieces that the Club offers for sale. There are many options for glazes, both glossy and matte finish, as well as colors to choose from. Acrylics can also be done. There is no limit to the variations that can be achieved; so, let your imagination create your “special” piece. Whether it may be the first time you are attempting ceramics or you are returning after a long absence, Club members look forward to seeing you. They meet on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon, and they have certified teachers ready to help you if needed. For any questions or more information regarding the club, contact Jill Ernest at 702-954-6299 or Denise Simon at 914-907-6899.

JUST A LITTLE NOTE ABOUT THE CLASSY CHEFS CLUB They will be one of the last clubs that get back together because of the closeness they share preparing food and dining on it. It is hoped that by the fall they will at least be able to meet and a few people prepare food and serve everyone following social distancing guidelines. The members have been quite busy as would be expected cooking and a little recipe sharing with other members. Their thoughts and prayers are with our neighbors hoping that everyone is staying healthy. As this crisis has unfolded more people are cooking than ever before. As the temperature has gone up everyone is looking for simple recipes that don't heat up the house even more. Some of the members including Chairperson, Amy Redd, have been busy cooking but also doing other things. When schools were closed Amy made the decision she had to help her daughter with homeschooling her grandchildren, Cameron and Aria. Her daughter had already been working from home and the children were not going out. They shared their shopping lists for pickup and delivery so there was minimal outside contact. With the way things still are, it looks like she will be busy with that again when school starts back up.

1/2 c margarine 1/3 c sugar 1/3 c brown sugar, ﬁrmly packed 2 T water 1 c ﬂour, sifted 16 oz pkg semisweet chocolate chips

1 t baking powder 1 egg 1 t vanilla ½ c nuts, chopped ½ c ﬂaked coconut (optional)

Put butter in an 8X8 glass baking dish. Cook in microwave on high for 45 seconds, or until melted. Stir in sugars and water. Add ﬂour and baking powder. Blend well. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Add nuts, coconut (if used) and chocolate chips. Mix thoroughly. Cook in microwave for 6 – 7 minutes turning the dish twice. Cool. Cut into squares.

SENIORS WITH WARM HEARTS Interested in helping others? How about volunteering for a good cause or fundraising for a special charity here in the Las Vegas area. You may want to consider joining Seniors with Warm Hearts. They are a friendly, fun group of residents who do volunteer work and conduct drives to help support several charities here in town. Their mission statement reads as follows: “Seniors with Warm Hearts is a volunteer-based group of Sun City Aliante residents who dedicate their time and talents to many significant and important causes in our Las Vegas community.” The next meeting will be on Thursday, August 13 at 11 a.m., when members will kick off their plans for the fall and winter months and get back to what they love to do. They are always looking for “Warm Hearted Seniors” willing to volunteer to help when you can to various worthy causes. They hope you will consider volunteering for a project or two and join them at their next meeting to find out more information as they plan out their schedule for the upcoming months. In the meantime, if you are interested in more information about any of the organizations they support or about joining our group, contact Carol Hoyt at 702-647-1289 or Karen Nutto at 201-787-9391.

SUN CITY ALIANTE SONGSTERS The Sun City Aliante Songsters have been meeting on Zoom to connect with their members. Songsters are taking their normal break during the summer of 2020. Songsters leaders have also decided to cancel the Holiday Concert this year in light of the health risks to our senior population. They will keep in contact with members via Zoom, emails throughout the year and evaluate the situation for a Spring 2021 concert. If you have any questions about the Songsters, please contact the Director Lorraine Zanello at 702-460-9583.

Anyone interested in collecting some new recipes please contact Amy at classychefs@yahoo.com or 501-773-5201. Bon Appetit.

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CHARTERED CLUBS

SUN CITY ALIANTE VETERANS CLUB FINALLY! We are easing back to normal, or at least a “new normal”. WELCOME BACK! Although the Veterans Club does not usually hold meetings in July and August, we are resuming our meetings, 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. in the Vista Room… see you August 18.

Seniors Assisting Seniors (SAS) volunteers will only perform service calls on air ﬁlters on Wednesdays. However, we are available to change batteries in your smoke detectors when your device activates. Note: We will no longer change out smoke detectors if a battery does not ﬁx the issue. After it is determined a smoke detector needs to be replaced, residents will have to reach out to a local handyman to assist them with installing a new one. The current shelf life on a smoke detector is usually between 8 to 10 years. It is recommended if one of your smoke detectors fail, you should replace all of them throughout your household. We are still on limited duty at Seniors Assisting Seniors. Based on the type of service needed, you may be placed on a waiting list until a volunteer is able to respond to your call. However, we loan out durable medical equipment, such as wheelchairs, walkers, canes, crutches, bedside toilets, knee walkers, etc. as soon as someone is available to respond to your call. SAS volunteers love our community. Your health, and the health of all our volunteers is always so important to us. Seniors Assisting Seniors volunteers wish everyone continued good health and to be safe, while we trying to get back to normal. We are actively seeking Volunteers. Sincerely, David Hollander.

Any resident of Sun City Aliante is invited to Volunteer. Please contact David Hollander at 702-480-7668 or email at david_hollander2003@yahoo.com if you have any questions or wish to volunteer.

VETERANS AUXILIARY Hello from the Veterans Auxiliary. Hope everyone is enjoying their summer and staying safe and healthy. WELCOME BACK EVERYONE!! We are planning our August 2020 meeting and are excited to see you all. The Veterans Auxiliary meeting is Tuesday, August 18 at 9 a.m. Please mark your calendar. We look forward to seeing all our members in August. Do not forget we meet every 3rd Tuesday of the month. Stay safe and stay well! Co-Chairs Donna Lawhead – donnavegas10@gmail.com Lynda Towers – lynda1229@msn.com

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H o p e f u l l y, y o u a r e enjoying the new Veterans Memorial Garden in front of our community center. Thank you to everyone who has ordered an engraved brick. Our community's involvement is a wonderful addition to the memorial. To order an engraved brick, please contact Sy Nielson (702-234-9183). The flags are once again flying on the streets of our community. With social distancing and encouraging people to stay home, our club and scouts were not able to put up flags to commemorate Armed Forces Day and Memorial Day. With the easing of restrictions, we put up flags for Flag Day (14 June) and 4th of July. Thank you to the volunteers, Sy Nielson, David Hollander and Tom Dinkel from SCAL Veterans Club, and from a local church youth group (previously scouts) Michael Issac Madrid, Dillon LeBaron and Ralph Mogenson. The next day of remembrance is Patriot Day, Sept. 11. We will send an e-mail reminder to our membership asking for volunteers to help put the flags up on September 5 and take them down on September 19. To volunteer contact David Hollander 9702-480-7668). To order a flag to fly at your home, contact Fred Schnelle (661-510-9158). Military, Veterans and First Responders Appreciation Day has been cancelled for this year. However, the committee has been working with other community organizations to provide meals to nominated, homebound or at risk people. Our members have nominated some veterans in our community, who have expressed their appreciation for this wonderful service and have been impressed with the quality and quantity of the food. To nominate someone, please contact Laura Coleman at cys9@aol.com. I look forward to seeing you, face to face, in person, around the community, in the Community Center, and at our Veterans Club meeting, August 18. Please keep our military folks and their families in your thoughts and prayers. Stay safe and stay well. Wanda Tacey Chair, The Veterans Club

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CHARTERED CLUBS

AUGUST 2020

Chartered Clubs,

as outlined in the “Sun City Aliante Club Guidelines,” are Board-recognized and open to all Sun City Aliante residents. ese clubs are sanctioned strictly for the members of this Association with no exceptions, unless a club invites guest speakers, instructors, etc. A household guest will be allowed to participate at club activities, in compliance with required guest policies and fees. All club members should be familiar with these guidelines set forth by the Board, as well as their individual club bylaws and/or policies and procedures. If you have questions regarding your club charter, feel free to call Lifestyle Director, Debbie Kent, at 702-638-5061.

Afternoon Games. Meets Sundays from 1-4 p.m. Contact Jo Cox at 702-646-3467 and xnnaj@aol.com

Aliante’s Classy Chefs. Meets 1st Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. Contact classychefs@yahoo.com or Amy Redd at 501-773-5201.

American Mah Jongg. Meets Wednesdays and Fridays 12:30-3:30 p.m. Classes taught on Fridays 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Contact Arlene Harris at 702-633-5798 and owllady43@gmail.com.

Art Workshop. Meets Tuesdays at 12:15 p.m. Contact Karen Franklin at 702-633-4833 and jlfra100@juno.com or Denise Simon at simond2571@gmail.com.

Basketball Club. Meets Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Contact Bob Ingertson at 702-680-0967 and ringertson@gmail.com

Book Club. Meets the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. Contact Jeannette Smith at 702-649-2468. For book selections, visit visit www.scaliante.com

Bunco. Meets the 2nd Thursday from 6:30-9 p.m. Contact Mary Kaufmann at 702405 7092 and mjk89084@cox.net.

Ceramics. Meets Wednesdays and

Hand and Foot. Meets Tuesdays from

1- 4 p.m. This game is similar to Canasta. Contact Angie Bidell at 702-639-2365 and ambidell@aol. com. or Hjordy Wagner at 715-529-9728 and hwizwag@gmail.com.

Hiking. Meets on the second Tuesday,

Contact Art and Sue Davis at 309-714-2348 and artgdavis2@yahoo.com.

Kaluki. Meets Thursdays at 1 p.m. Contact Dorothy Martin at 702-399-2045.

Mahjong. Meets Mondays from 1 - 4 p.m. Contact Grace Wong at 702-646-9664 and wrongway9664@embarqmail.com.

Mexican Train Dominoes. Meets

every Friday at 1 p.m. Contact Carol Jones at 702-464-5916 or 661-466-3478 and carolannejones1956@gmail.com or Alanna Tiehes at 951-313-1349 and tiehes@msn.com. Pan. Meets on Mondays at 6 – 8:30 p.m. and Fridays at 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. For more information contact Renée Snodgrass at 818-807-3369 or 702-458-0013 or reneesnodgrass@cox.net

Paper Crafting. Meets Mondays at 1

- 4 p.m. Contact Lillian Williamson at 702242-9298 and busybeaver@cox.net or Lynn Kiedrowski at 702-463-9141 and lynndrwski@ yahoo.com.

Saturdays from 9 a.m. - noon. Contact Jill Ernest Pickleball. Club days are Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday mornings starting at 702-954-6299 and jilljack16@yahoo.com at 8 a.m.Contact Ken Schmitz at 925-708-5728. or Denise Simon at 914-907-6899 Skills and drills on Mondays at 8 a.m. and simond2571@gmail.com. contact Sarah Smith at 702-778-0120 Chicago Scoring Bridge. Meets Pinochle. Meets Tuesdays from 5:30 - 8:30 Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Contact Mary Jane and p.m. and every Sunday from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Charles D'Agati at 201-321-1691 or Contact Rene Swanson at 702-773-2383 mjdagati@aol.com. and reneedswanson@hotmail.com. Club DIAL (Dance in a Line). Poker. Meets Wednesdays and Fridays at 4 Beginners lessons oﬀered Mondays at p.m. Contact Ralph Punzi at 702-839-9898 and 6:30 p.m. The Club meets every Tuesday at ralphp629@yahoo.com or Qung Go at 6306:30 p.m. Classes and meetings in the Fitness 665-9802 and qungwgo@gmail.com. Studio. Contact Sharon Benac at 702-278-1757 Silver Needles and Threads. or smbenac@gmail.com. Quilting. Meets Tuesdays and Computer Club. Meets the ﬁrst Wednesdays from 9 a.m. - noon. Contact Thursday at 6:30 p.m. in the Vista Ballroom. Connie Munson at 612-810-9439 and conmun45@gmail.com. Contact Wayne Headrick at 702-823-2627 and wayne@headrick.us.

Eight Ballers. Meets Mondays & Thursdays 10 a.m.- noon. Contact David Meteyer at 702-290-3242

Euchre. Meets 1 p.m. on Mondays. Contact Cheryl Gustin at 319-415-0471 or gusto32742@yahoo.com.

Forget-Me-Knots. Needlework, knitting, crochet and jewelry making. Meets Mondays from 1-4 p.m. Contact Collette Stickney at 702-399-2647 and acollette19@yahoo.com or Madeline Shapiro at 702-399-5347 and shapiromr@yahoo.com.

Glass Crafters. Meets the ﬁrst and

third Saturday of the month at 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Contact Jill Ramsey at 702-642-8716 and cpigs@aol.com.

Solos. Social group for singles. Social group for singles.

Contact Teri Narveson at 702-642-0683 and tnarveson@hotmail.com or Angie Bidell at 702-639-2365 and ambidell@aol.com.

Sun City Aliante Songsters.Meets Thursdays, 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.. Contact Contact Lorraine Zanello at 702-460-9583 or lcompozr@aol.com.

Spades. Meets Mondays at 6 p.m. Contact

Sonja Bankston-Cullen at 310-612-3340 and mrssbc@gmail.com. Sun City Aliante Steppers. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2 p.m. Contact Margo Young at 702-649-1176 and jaxlady@ hotmail.com.

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Table Tennis. Meets Monday through

Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. in the Social Hall. Contact Ed Ernest at 269-591-0759 and eeernest@yahoo.com. Tennis. Meets daily for Open Play. Start time is 9 a.m. The weather may aﬀect start times. Contact Larry Rothstein at 702-649-8766 and lilandlar@aol.com Veterans of Sun City. Meets the 3rd Tuesday at 7 p.m. Contact David Hollander at 702-480-7668 and David_hollander2003@ yahoo.com. The Veterans Auxiliary meets the 3rd Tuesday at 9 a.m. in the Vista Room. Contact Co-Chair Donna Lawhead at 360440-0404 and Donnavegas10@gmail.com or Ly n d a To w e r s a t 5 0 5 - 4 1 2 - 2 3 0 7 a n d Lynda1229@msn.com. The following Special Interest Groups are Board-recognized and may schedule meetings in advance. Please check the calendar.

Aliante Fil-Am Interest Group. Social group for fun & entertainment. Contact Mel Coloma at 702-556-4622 or Epi Coloma at 571-228-0390. Ballroom Dancing. Enjoy dancing & improve your abilities. Meets 2nd Friday & 4th Sunday, 6-7:30 p.m. Contact Mort Loeb at 707-350-7012 or emmortlo@att.net.

Bowling.

Meets Tuesdays & Wednesdays at noon at Texas Station Bowling Center. Contact Ray Wong at 702-646-9664 and wrongway9664@embarqmail.com.

Havarah. Meets monthly to share & celebrate Jewish holidays/heritage. Contact Mady Shapiro at 702-399-5347 and scahavarah@gmail.com.

Horseshoes. Meets Saturdays at 8 a.m. (summer), and 9 a.m. (fall/winter). Contact Jack Witt at 702-642-6282 or Deena Gaither at 630-341-0994.

Ladies’ Golf. Meets Thursdays at Aliante Golf Course. Contact Kay Carow at 847-529-6412 or Vicki Briggs at 303-884-1113.

Minnesota Nice Group. Minnesota folks meet monthly for events. Contact Obbie Harvieux at 702-399-4340 or Rory Raymond at 702-489-2405 to get on mailing list.

Neighborhood Watch. Meets 3rd Thursday, Social Hall, 4-5 p.m. Contact Jim Blossey at 775-5305119 and jimandpatb@embarqmail.com. Seniors Assisting Seniors. Helps seniors with limited home needs & medical equipment. Hot line 702-981-3149. Contact David Hollander at 702-480-7668. Seniors With Warm Hearts. Helps disadvantaged children. Contact Karen Nutto at 201-787-9391 or Carol Hoyt at 702-647-1289.

Ukulele Strummers. Meets Sundays in Craft Room 2. Beginners 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Advanced Beginners 4 p.m.-5 p.m. Contact Kevin Smith at 916-847-7422 and KHSNLV@gmail.com

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AUGUST 2020

NEWS & NOTES

IF YOU HAVE PETS What you need to know

• Do not put face coverings on pets. Covering a pet's face could harm them.

• A small number of pets worldwide, including cats and dogs, have been reported to be infected with the virus that causes COVID-19, mostly after close contact with people with COVID-19. • Based on the limited information available to date, the risk of animals spreading COVID-19 to people is considered to be low. • It appears that the virus that causes COVID-19 can spread from people to animals in some situations. • Treat pets as you would other human family members – do not let pets interact with people outside the household. • If a person inside the household becomes sick, isolate that person from everyone else, including pets.

There is no evidence that the virus can spread to people from the skin, fur, or hair of pets. Do not wipe or bathe your pet with chemical disinfectants, alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, or any other products not approved for animal use.

DO NOT PUT FACE MASK COVERING ON PETS!

Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses. Some coronaviruses cause cold-like illnesses in people, while others cause illness in certain types of animals, such as cattle, camels, and bats. Some coronaviruses, such as canine and feline coronaviruses, infect only animals and do not infect humans.

Risk of people spreading the virus that causes COVID-19 to pets We are still learning about the virus that causes COVID-19, but it appears that it can spread from people to animals in some situations. A small number of pets worldwide, including cats and dogs, have been reported to be infected with the virus that causes COVID-19, mostly after close contact with people with COVID19. Infected pets might get sick or they might not have any symptoms. Of the pets that have gotten sick, most only had mild illness and fully recovered.

What to do if you own pets Until we learn more about how this virus aﬀects animals, treat pets as you would other human family members to protect them from a possible infection. Because there is a small risk that people with COVID-19 could spread the virus to animals, CDC recommends that pet owners limit their pet's interaction with people outside their household. • Keep cats indoors when possible and do not let them roam freely outside. • Walk dogs on a leash at least 6 feet (2 meters) away from others. • Avoid public places where a large number of people gather.

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Talk to your veterinarian if your pet gets sick or if you have any concerns about your pet's health.

Protect pets if you are sick If you are sick with COVID-19 (either suspected or conﬁrmed by a test), you should restrict contact with your pets and other animals, just like you would with people. Until we know more about this virus, people sick with COVID-19 should avoid contact with pets and other animals. • When possible, have another member of your household care for your pets while you are sick. • Avoid contact with your pet including petting, snuggling, being kissed or licked, sharing food, and sleeping in the same bed. • If you must care for your pet or be around animals while you are sick, wear a cloth face covering and wash your hands before and after you interact with them. If you are sick with COVID-19 and your pet becomes sick, do not take your pet to the veterinary clinic yourself. Call your veterinarian and let them know you have been sick with COVID19. Some veterinarians may oﬀer telemedicine consultations or other plans for seeing sick pets. Your veterinarian can evaluate your pet and determine the next steps for your pet's treatment and care.

Stay healthy around animals In the United States, there is no evidence that animals are playing a signiﬁcant role in the spread of COVID-19. Based on the limited information available to date, the risk of animals spreading COVID-19 to people is considered to be low. However, because all animals can carry germs that can make people sick, it's always a good idea to practice healthy habits around pets and other animals. • Wash your hands after handling animals, their food, waste, or supplies. • Practice good pet hygiene and clean up after pets properly. • Talk to your veterinarian if you have questions about your pet's health. • Be aware that children 5 years of age and younger, people with weakened immune systems, and older adults are more likely to get sick from germs some animals can carry. For more information, visit CDC's COVID-19 and Animals webpage and Healthy Pets, Healthy People website. (Source: Centers for Disease Control)

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