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. ...

Let's not get stuck on the real versus fake maple syrup debate, shall we? No one's changing their minds at this stage of life. But if you want to celebrate the maple syrup season, we've got a list of places to do it. ...

It's easy to get confused about vaccines for people 55 and older. As a gardener, I know to keep up with my tetanus shots because sharp tools and dirt can be a tricky and potentially dangerous combination. And I've lost track of how many COVID boosters I've had. Here's a list of the latest recommendations. ...

My dad is 91 and must be the last person in the world to get the E-Z Pass turnpike toll scam email that's been circulating for months. Dad's sharp, suspected something was fishy about the email and didn't click the link. But anyone can get taken by a clever scam. Reach out to one of the resources in our new Thrive Directory if you get a suspicious phone call, email or text.  ...