How we talk about aging matters just as much as how we feel about aging. Every May, Older Americans Month celebrates the contributions of older adults with the theme, "Flip the Script on Aging." It reminds us how words can negatively reinforce outdated or dismissive perceptions of aging. ...

At a recent doctor's appointment, my provider asked me about how much alcohol I drink. Honestly, it depends. I host patio cocktail parties in the summer, and hit a winery now and then. I'm a big fan of holiday mimosas. No big deal; I can take it or leave it. But as a 65-year-old with a history of cancer, the statistics were clear and worth a warning. Her advice: don't drink at all, or limit yourself to an occasional cocktail. Margarita Mondays are going to have to be alcohol-free for me. ...

Local farmers markets are starting to gear up, and that means it's time to apply for a free voucher to take advantage of locally grown veggies, fruits, herbs and more. We include a long list of local farmers markets for you to visit. ...

Can somethng simple as a walk outside boost your mood? Absolutely. Here's why, according to a Cleveland Clinic psychologist. ...

Weather in Northeast Ohio can change quickly. Here are weather and emergency alert resources for older adults and seniors in Greater Cleveland, Akron and Northeast Ohio. ...

Kids and theater can be an uneasy and unpredictable combination. Expectations are high. Venues often seem fusty and unfriendly for restless little ones. Bathrooms are too few and inconvenient. If you're a grandparent who wants to help foster a love for great theater, Playhouse Square is offering a kid-friendly event that may be exactly what you're looking for. ...

I used to fear flying, not entirely trusting the physics that get a heavy plane into the air and across the country. That all changed when I met a retired Delta pilot at a dinner party. He got his flying experience as a fighter pilot in Vietnam, an inarguably dangerous experience that made commercial piloting a pure joy for him. ...

Sleep Awareness Week was earlier this month, but I forgot to include it in this newsletter; I was too sleep-deprived to remember. Now that I've seen this story from Cleveland Clinic, my forgetfulness makes sense. I've had lousy sleep lately and that can impact memory. ...