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Marie Elium
Marie Elium joined Mitchell Media in 2015 as editor of Northeast Ohio Thrive, formerly Boomer magazine. A freelance writer for 45 years and a former newspaper reporter, she believes everyone has a story worth telling. She resides in Portage County where she grows flowers, tends chickens and bees and Facetimes with her young grandsons. Marie can be reached at [email protected]

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Warblers & More for the Biggest Week in American Birding

By Marie Elium
April 29, 2025
If you want a colorful and exciting introduction to birdwatching or experience the annual thrill of spring migration, head to Lake Erie's marshes in the next few weeks. The night skies are full of migrating birds, but during the daytime they rest right here in Ohio, and we've got great places to see them, if you know where to look. ...
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Editor’s Note: Thriving with Assistance

By Marie Elium
March 20, 2025
Somewhere between my shoulder and fingers, I’ve lost that ability. I’ve started keeping a set of channel locks nearby, which may get promoted to the kitchen drawer to save crucial steps. The way my hand strength is going, I’m getting paranoid about other body parts. ...
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Worth Noting: Animal Rescue, Postcards & a Computer Expo

By Marie Elium
March 20, 2025
We've got a roundup of news you didn't know you needed but will be glad you have: animal rescues, a postcard club, a computer expo and film festival details. ...
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Ben Rose Seeks Participants for Study

By Marie Elium
March 3, 2025

Submitted by Ben Rose

Researchers at the Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging are looking for families with African American individuals either living with dementia and/or caring for a loved one with dementia to participate in virtual focus groups to help us adapt the SHARE for Dementia Program for families within the African American community.

Participants will review program materials and take part in a moderated focus group lasting about 90 minutes. They will receive $25 for their time.

If you are interested in participating, contact Donna Salaam at [email protected] or (216) 373-1747.

Photo courtesy: Ben Rose

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Talk to Us, Please

By Marie Elium
February 14, 2025
What do you like about our magazine? What stories or columns have made a difference in your life, changed your opinion about something or simply made you laugh? Tell us how Boomer/Thrive has influenced how you think about aging. ...
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Estate-Planning Made Easier

By Marie Elium
February 13, 2025
The Cuyahoga County Fiscal Office is once again hosting Great Estates Program outreach events to help residents avoid unnecessary costs and delays when settling an estate. ...
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Love, Money & Relationship Dealbreakers

By Marie Elium
February 10, 2025
Honest conversations about money can help build trust, reduce stress, and set the stage for a secure and successful relationship. Because in love and life, financial harmony matters. ...
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Retiring? We Want to Hear About It

By Marie Elium
February 5, 2025
For Thrive's spring issue, we're working on a story about retirement. Everyone approaches it differently with goals and lifestyle changes that suit their personality and pocketbook. What's yours? ...
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