Holiday Events in Charleston
Christmas on the Battery – December 5 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Edmondston-Alston House. $25 City of North Charleston Christmas Festival and Parade – December 7 from 4 pm to 8 pm. Felix C. Davis Community Center. Free event. Tinsel and Tales with Santa – December 7 from 10:30 am to 12 pm. South […]
Video Games for Veterans
Most veterans who have served within the last 20 years know a thing or two about video games. Studies have shown that veterans who play video games have been able to recover from some mental health challenges, because they provide an escape and simultaneously boosts confidence, leadership and social connections. The Games to Grunts program […]
Learn More, Back to School for Free
South Carolina law provides tuition exemption for residents 60+ to take classes at state colleges (nominal fees may apply). Seniors can generally take any class offered, but many colleges also have specialized senior learning programs. Check with the institution’s admissions office for details. For a list of higher education participants click here. Another option is […]
Lifestyle Choices for Better Brain Health
Join Dr. William Simpson, staff clinician at the Roper St. Francis Research and Innovation Center, to learn about how certain lifestyle factors such as proper nutrition, healthy sleep habits, socialization, mental well-being, and physical activity can improve overall brain health and cognitive functioning. This is especially significant given that better brain health has been linked […]
National Sunglasses Day June 27th
Sunglasses are more than a fashion statement; they are essential in protecting the eyes. Eye care is more important the older you get. Seniors can be more prone than most to eye problems, especially those related to exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays. Eyesight tends to worsen with age, and many older people report blurred or […]
Hands on Health-SC helps you learn about your health
There is an online guide for local and reliable health info, health resources, facts, data and South Carolina Health Services. Hands on Health South Carolina includes signs and symptoms, healthy lifestyle ideas, issues abut environment, medical dictionaries and databases, health news, clinics and hospital, mental health and more. Hands on Health-SC is mainly a collection […]
Your Charitable Gift to Alzheimer’s Association Will Get Doubled!
Because of the generosity of the Saltzman family, your donation— if given before June 30 can be matched — up to a total of $1 million. Their incredible pledge will go toward advancing Alzheimer’s disease research through the Global Innovation Fund. This is in honor of their parents, Jack and Marjorie Saltzman, who lost their […]
THANK A NURSE!
THANK A NURSE! National Nurses Week is celebrated May 6 (National Nurses’ Day) through May 12, the birthday of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing. In 1993, the American Nurses Association declared May 6-12 as the national week to celebrate and elevate the nursing profession. There are over 4 million registered nurses in America.
VACCINATIONS ARE IMPORTANT: Focus Measles and Shingles
Misinformation about vaccines is still widely reported. The Assistant Secretary for Health, Surgeon General, and CDC Director focus on Americans’ health and the importance of vaccines for all Americans. Click here for more info about vaccinations. Modern vaccines are highly effective and safe, with most serious side effects being exceptionally rare — and much less serious than […]
Get Help with Your Taxes
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) offers many different kinds of resources to answer your federal tax questions and address topics that matter to older taxpayers. Including Free Income Tax Return Preparation Help, Free Federal Tax Resources for Seniors and Retirees, Special Programs for Eligible Taxpayers, Military Tax Benefits, and Tax Help for Individuals with Disabilities. USA.gov’s […]
