It might not be on the calendar, but Aug. 14 is Social Security Day. Since it was enacted on Aug. 14, 1935, Social Security has provided some financial support for millions of Americans during their retirement years. While Social Security benefits, by themselves, probably aren’t enough to enable anyone to retire comfortably, they can be a key part of an overall retirement income strategy – if used wisely. more

During the long days of summer, we have plenty of time to get outside, enjoy the sunshine and play in the water. Unfortunately, symptoms of dry eye — including stinging, itching, aching and blurred vision — can make us see summer in a different light. more

For the sixth consecutive year, 55places.com, the country’s number one resource for anyone seeking information about age-restricted and active lifestyle communities, has named its 55 Best 55+ Active Adult Communities of 2019. more

Continuing Care Retirement Community resident, Elizabeth Kurtz celebrated her 105th birthday among friends at Cypress Village on June 26. Kurtz moved to the retirement more

All programs are held at River House, 179 Marine St., St. Augustine, FL 32084. For reservations and information about these and other ongoing classes, visit www.coasjc.org/river-house or call (904) 209-3655. more

There’s a lot in a name. Names carry weight ⁠— so much so that some are banned, and some are trademarked so that they can’t be shared. Names are the last thing to be printed on our graves and the first things to anoint us when we are born. They both identify and label. They tell us who we are. more

Community Hospice & Palliative Care will host a free and informative workshop for caregivers to discuss common struggles and discover resources that are available to help caregivers. more

The St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting from 10 a.m. to noon Aug. 24 for the grand opening of the Benton House, a new assisted living facility located in St. northwest St. Johns County. more

There is a lot of information in the media recently regarding Long Term Care Insurance Policies. more

All the world may be a stage, but Suzanne Hudson-Smith has realized her dream role as executive director at a First Coast community theater where she encourages players to bloom in their craft and shares her love of theater and the magic it creates. more