Erline Dennis, at 104, credits her long and happy life to her active community involvement and strong social connections. Dennis, a retired teacher, remains engaged with her former students, friends, and community, contributing to her longevity and happiness.
104-year-old on ‘the key' to a long, happy life: ‘Be active as much as you can' in your community—research backs her up Erline Dennis , 104, was a teacher for nearly 40 years. Though it's been decades since she retired, Dennis still has an impact on her former students. Many of the kids she taught back then are now senior adults, according to
Born on July 2, 1920 in Winston-Salem, N.C., Dennis remains in her home state. She resides in High Point where she taught for many years, according toKeeping family, friends and even those former students in her life is of extreme importance to Dennis, and it's a skill she's grateful that her friends remind her to strengthen.
The effort Dennis puts into those connections very likely contributes to her long and fulfilling life. Maintaining positive relationships, or what longevity researchers call social fitness, is the No. 1 thing that keeps us feeling happier and living longer, according to aDennis has a massive and engaged community. On her 100th birthday in 2020, her friends and family as well as many people from the community of High Point organized a drive-by birthday parade for her.
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