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Posted on February 1, 2021 - Gerontologists tell us that feeling we make a difference in the world provides a powerful healthy aging boost. A 2019 study of 7,000 older adults published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Science showed that those who engaged in activities they consider worthwhile have more positive health outcomes. Study author Prof. Andrew Steptoe of University College London (UCL) said that the effects include better personal relationships, healthier lifestyles, better mental and physical health, and higher rates of exercise and socialization.

Posted on January 28, 2021 - This number is unbelievable! CNBC reports that over half of older adults have been targeted by scammers pretending to be from Social Security.

Posted on January 25, 2021 - Gout is a painful type of arthritis that most commonly affects the joints of the big toe, but might also affect the ankle, heel, knees, wrists, fingers, or elbow. Like other joint diseases, gout can be painful and disabling—yet people with this condition sometimes fail to seek treatment due to misinformation.

Posted on January 21, 2021 - Today Trinity on Laurens hosted Governor McMaster to promote the long-term care COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic at their community. Trinity's residents are excited to receive the vaccine on-site without having to leave home.

Posted on January 20, 2021 - Our New Year’s resolutions often include weight loss and healthy eating—and reducing our sugar intake can help us meet both of those worthy goals. USDA guidelines recommend that we take in less than 10% of our daily calories from sugar. For older adults, consuming too much sugar increases the risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hypertension, inflammation, osteoporosis, obesity, and loss of muscle mass.