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Posted on October 22, 2026 - It’s something we see in the news—an elderly loved one is missing, leaving family and community members combing their neighborhood for signs of the missing person. For millions of people who love someone living with dementia, it can be their worst nightmare.

Posted on October 20, 2026 - Fall is the perfect time to get cozy, make memories, and enjoy the season! From the cozy activities on NPR’s fall bucket list to festive events happening across Lutheran Homes of South Carolina, there are plenty of ways to celebrate autumn.

Posted on October 15, 2026 - Financial planning tends to focus on saving enough for retirement, managing investments, paying down debt, or preparing for healthcare costs. But there is another question worth asking: What happens to your financial life when you can no longer manage it yourself?

Posted on October 13, 2026 - Heart health is personal! New cholesterol guidelines focus on individual risk factors to help people make informed decisions about their health. A cardiologist explains how new guidelines tailor treatment to your unique risk profile.

Posted on October 8, 2026 - Active Aging Week, celebrated October 5–11, 2026, is an opportunity to celebrate the many ways older adults can continue to move, connect, learn, contribute and live with purpose. Organized by the International Council on Active Aging, the annual observance challenges outdated ideas about aging and highlights the possibilities that come with every stage of life. At Lutheran Homes of South Carolina, we believe active aging is about much more than exercise. It is about having opportunities to pursue interests, build relationships, make choices, stay connected to the community and find meaning in everyday life.