Alzheimer’s Disease research is taking place in Northeast Ohio with The Cleveland Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (CADRC) funded by National Institute on Aging. It’s one of 31 Alzheimer’s Disease Research Centers (ADRC) in the country. The CADRC helps accelerate research across everything from diagnosis to treatment to basic understanding of what’s happening with the disease, thanks to participating volunteers. ...

With rules changing what feels like daily, you may be wondering which of your favorite Northeast Ohio museums are open, what new hours and procedures are safely in place and, of course, if there are any new exhibits you should know about. Don’t worry, we did the digging for you. Keep reading to learn how to get reacquainted with your old favorites or give that NEO staple an overdue visit.  ...

Pretending you're a tourist on your own stomping grounds is a fun way to see Northeast Ohio in a new light while also giving your wallet a breather. Check out these gorgeous beaches, ledges and islands that make it feel like you and Toto are not in Ohio anymore. Stay near, get lost but remember to check destination websites for special hours, facility availability and other restrictions resulting from COVID-19 precautions. Many places have special hours for older visitors and for those especially vulnerable to the coronavirus. Up early? Morning hours are usually less popular with visitors, making it easy to have social distance-appropriate outings. ...

If you’re looking to sell, there are a few things you should know about getting your home move-in ready. If you invest 1-3 % of the value of your home in staging, updates and repairs, you could make or save 8-10 %, according to the National Association of Realtors.  ...

When children are with a caring, loving, permanent adult —especially kin— they tend to be more stable, have healthier emotional and physical outcomes, do better in school and have more stability in their own relationships in the future. You literally are a critical component in creating a healthier adult, and therefore, a healthier community. ...

Here's what one of Northeast Ohio's keeping of special things says about his job: “Being able to preserve these historic structures that tell the story of the development of this region and honor the craftsmanship of those who built up this area through the historic structures is just super interesting to me. The history of architecture in the region, seeing how it’s changed over time and to be able to see how folks built and utilized these buildings is just fascinating. I think it’s really important that we are able to reflect on our past to see what the path forward should be.” ...

Take a fresh look at Northeast Ohio's museums this winter. You'll like what you'll discover - military airplanes, high fashion and quirky exhibits. Try one a week (or more) and see what's new - and old - in art, nature and history. ...

“If education has been a family tradition and core value, it's a wonderful way to leave a lasting legacy,” she says. “The estate tax advantage of placing assets in 529 plans is also compelling. 529 plan assets are not included in taxable estates. This can save significant estate taxes for high net worth families.” ...