NOVANT Ribbon Cutting
The new NOVANT HEALTH Bluffton Emergency Department is now open. Located just minutes from Sun City on Buckwalter Blvd. and open 24/7, this state-of-the-art facility features an on-site laboratory, trauma department, imaging scanners, multiple patient rooms, and a...
Location Change for Memory Matters COMPASS Adult Social Day
Memory Matters is moving their COMPASS Adult Social Day to St. Luke's United Methodist Church in Okatie, every Monday from 10:30 am - 2:00 pm, making it closer and more convenient for Sun City residents.
Women’s Nine Hole Golf Club Donation
Once again, the Women’s Nine Hole Golf Club has stepped up with an amazing donation to Staying Connected. For over 10 years this group has supported our mission of “neighbors helping neighbors”. Here, Club President Robin Yoreo, Mary Gonzalez Cohen, Patti Volpe,...
Super Star Volunteers Honored
On May 15, 43 Super Star Volunteers were honored at a luncheon at Frankie Bones. Hosted by Services Director Mary O’Brien and attended by President Michael Cline and Executive Director Barbara Wheat, the event celebrated volunteers who completed more than 10 service...
Thank You Sun City Pickleball Club
Congratulations to the Sun City Pickleball Club on the success of the Low Country Pickleball Classic. With nearly 400 participants from across the Southeast, the tournament raised $20,000 for local charities. Staying Connected received $4,000, which included $500...
2026 Launch Into Spring Fashion Show and Luncheon Fund Raiser
The Launch into Spring Fashion Show and Luncheon, held on April 1, proved to be a tremendous success. The event attracted a sold-out crowd of more than 300 attendees. Guests enjoyed a delicious buffet lunch prepared by Smoking Valley Chef's Brian Raymond while...
Remembering Tom Hahn
It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our Staying Connected President, Tom Hahn. Tom began his service with us in 2018 as a Home Maintenance volunteer, and then became Coordinator. As time went on, he immersed himself in the Staying Connected...
2026 Spring Fashion Show and Luncheon
Staying Connected Invites You To LAUNCH INTO SPRING at our Luncheon and Fashion Show Step Into a World of Low Country Spring Styles for 2026 Date: Wednesday, April 1, 2026Time: 11:00 amLocation: Pinckney Hall - 114 Sun City Ln, Bluffton, SC 29909 Fashion Show &...
Novant Health Supporting Partner for 10 Years
Staying Connected's President, Tom Hahn, presents Joel Taylor, Chief Executive Officer for Novant Health (formerly Tenet Health), Hilton Head Center, with an award to recognize 10 years as a Supporting Partner. Joel shares, "We look forward to continuing this...
Roadrunners Motorcycle Club Donation
We are so grateful for the support of Sun City Clubs and Groups. Here, the Roadrunners Motorcycle Club President, Bob Field, presents Staying Connected Executive Director, Barbara Wheat, with a donation of $1,200. Thank you, Roadrunners!
Parkinson’s & Stroke Support Groups
Introducing Two Community Support Groups Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Bluffton offers two supportive community groups designed to connect individuals and families facing unique health journeys. Both support groups meet at Encompass Health Rehabilitation...