Sitting area at Arbor Terrace Prince William Commons Community.

Harbor Chase Changes Name to Arbor Terrace Prince William Commons

There’s a new name for senior living in Woodbridge, Va. Arbor Terrace Prince William Commons, formerly Harbor Chase is now under the management of The Arbor Company.

Stay secure in the digital world: 5 essential steps to safeguard your identity

(BPT) - Protecting your digital identity is more important than ever before. According to the Telesign Trust Index, 30% of consumers surveyed reported they were victims of fraud in the past three …

Handel's Messiah and Other Selections

The award winning Gainesville Community Choir and Old Bridge Chamber Orchestra will present Handel’s Messiah and Other Seasonal Selections on Friday, December 1 in the Merchant Hall of the Hylton Performing Arts Center. Audiences will be uplifted …
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Prince William County Holiday Market

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 Parks & Recreation Holiday Market 09:30 AM - 03:00 PM Add to Calendar 14050 Gemini Way, Dale City, VA Get Direction …

Fire & Rescue Toys for Tots Drive is Underway

Please drop off your new and unwrapped toy at any Prince William County, City of Manassas Park or Manassas City fire station, Prince William County Public Safety Training Center in Nokesville as well as the lobby at the McCoart Government Center in Woodbridge.
Festive Foods to Skip or Pick for Your Pets According to a Veterinarian

Festive Foods to Skip or Pick for Your Pets According to a Veterinarian

(NewsUSA) - The holidays ring in a season of food prep and culinary indulgence, enticing people and pets with an abundance of activity in the kitchen as holiday meals and treats are prepared for …

How to recognize loneliness in seniors & what to do about it

(BPT) - Loneliness is a public health epidemic.It’s a condition that doesn’t show up on medical tests, yet it can be just as deadly as daily smoking. The growing crisis has an outsized …
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ARTFactory 'Off the Wall' Art Exhibit Showcases Prince William Students

Kathryn, First Place Winner in Digital Art at the 19th Annual ARTFactory 'Off the Wall' student competition stands in front of one of her digital art pieces.

Student artists from Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS) were selected as top winners for their pieces featured in the 19th Off the Wall art exhibit and competition sponsored by Lockheed Martin.

UVA Health Community Medical Centers Unveil Rebranded Signs, Celebrate Transition to UVA Health

UVA holds an event to mark the renaming of the Haymarket Medical Center to the Haymarket UVA Health Center.

UVA Health today hosted three events across the Culpeper, Haymarket and Manassas communities to celebrate the unveiling of new UVA Health signs on medical center facades.

Join Smiley Face Painting Virginia for Valentine's Cupcake Paint Night at Baskin Robbins in Gainesville
The “Grab the Bars” initiative aims to educate people on how bars installed in senior’s homes can save lives. Falls are the leading cause of serious injury among seniors.
A quilt belonging to Wayne Mitchell's mother is on display at Caring Senior Services in Gainesville. When you walk into Caring Senior Services ’s office in Gainesville, Virginia you see a bed …

Affordable Cleaning Service Expands to New Headquarters

Affordable Cleaning Services is an independently-owned local business that combines professionalism, responsiveness, and thorough cleaning!

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Help Your Grandkids Stay Safe: Keep All Medicines Up and Away

Help Your Grandkids Stay Safe: Keep All Medicines Up and Away

(NewsUSA) - September 10 is Grandparents’ Day! It’s a time to celebrate the special bond between grandparents (or great-grandparents and other caregivers!) and grandkids. You can show your …
Shoot for the Stars When It Comes to Medicare Advantage

Shoot for the Stars When It Comes to Medicare Advantage

(NewsUSA) - By Alan Stewart, SVP, Medicare Divisional Leader, Humana - If you’re one of the nation’s 58.6 million people with Medicare, you understand the importance of selecting a health …

Removing barriers of care for U.S. veterans who need surgery

(BPT) - During the month of November, we honor our nation's veterans for their hard work and dedication to protect everyone's freedoms. It's also an important time to recognize their freedom and …

The Big Plan to Make Open Enrollment Sign-Ups Less Confusing

(BPT) - With open enrollment in full swing, millions of Americans face the annual challenge of choosing the right health plan for themselves and their families. Questions such as “Is this …

Are you 65 or older? How to stay healthy with updated vaccines

(BPT) - You want to stay healthy, so you can keep doing the things you love. That’s why it’s so important to stay up to date on recommended vaccines, like the updated COVID-19 vaccine and …

Free Online Survey Alerts Older Adults to Risks of Falling, a Major Hazard

(NewsUSA) - (NewsUSA) - The coronavirus pandemic has changed a lot of things. One thing that's still the same? Falling is NOT a normal part of aging. There are steps you can take to reduce your …

National Council on Aging Helps Community Organizations Deliver COVID and Flu Vaccines

(BPT) - The National Council on Aging (NCOA), the national voice for every person’s right to age well, is helping community-based organizations across the country provide updated COVID and flu …

Skin science secrets for smooth winter skin: Insights from a chemist to break free from dry skin woes

(BPT) - If the dropping temperatures instantly make your skin feel dry and uncomfortable, you're not alone. Between the frigid air outside and overheated air inside, the winter months are loaded with …

Feeling burnt out? Watch out for these symptoms

(BPT) - If long workdays leave you wondering if you're burnt out, take a closer look. While typical signs of work-related burnout can mean you're overdue for serious PTO, other symptoms may indicate …

3 hearing health strategies for older adults

(BPT) - As people age, our hearing tends to decline for multiple reasons, including repetitive exposure to loud sounds and genetic factors. In fact, hearing loss ranks as the third most common …

Discover the hidden culprit of aging and how to turn back time

Discover the hidden culprit of aging and how to turn back time
(BPT) - Aging is a natural part of life, and you can see it in the lines on your face and gray hairs on your head. However, while you may focus on the external signs of aging, the truth is that …

Painting a real-time picture of patient health: A new monitoring approach

(BPT) - If you or a loved one needs surgery, you may worry most about what happens during the surgery itself. But as healthcare providers are aware, the most vulnerable times for patient care are …

4 menopause myths, debunked by new science

(BPT) - Menopause is a natural transition every woman goes through. Yet, it remains misunderstood and often misidentified.A groundbreaking study of more than 32,000 women may revolutionize this. The …

Tips for staying active after age 65

(BPT) - It’s common to hear people say they feel overwhelmed by the idea of being physically active, and that they have no idea where to start. That sense of pressure can be discouraging and …

Focus on your sight and health to ward off vision loss from diabetes

(BPT) - An often silent condition that can steal vision, diabetic retinopathy is a complication of diabetes that may have no noticeable symptoms in the early stages and is the leading cause of …

Did you know Medicare Advantage plans change every year? Here's what you need to know

(BPT) - Whether you're enrolling for Medicare for the first time or you've had it for years, it's important to know that Medicare Advantage plans — which include more benefits than Original …

Comparing Coverage Options During Medicare Open Enrollment Could Save You Money

(Family Features) If you're enrolled in Medicare, it's important to remember Medicare Open Enrollment is open through Dec. 7 each year. It is the time for people with Medicare to compare their prescription drug and health coverage options for the upcoming year.