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Choosing an assisted living facility is a big decision. Whether you decide for yourself or a loved one, you want to find a new home that meets all your clinical, financial and lifestyle needs. Better Business Bureau Serving Greater Cleveland has tips for researching assisted living facilities and finding the best option for you. ...
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Social Security works with the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) to protect you from scams that use Social Security as bait. OIG can impose severe penalties against anyone who engages in misleading Social Security-related advertising or imposter communications. ...
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We love our pets, and they love us back, unconditionally. But did you know that it has been scientifically proven that pets improve our heart health? The benefits of living with pets extend far beyond the emotional; interacting with companion animals actually lowers blood pressure and cholesterol. ...
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It's Friday night and the grandkids are over. You've got so many fun choices! Choose a game. Choose a movie. Choose a goodie. You can't go wrong. ...
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Often, as an older adult’s abilities change, even previous activities may go by the wayside. There is something to be said about changing the options or making appropriate modifications which can enhance the experience for all involved. Enhancing engagement comes down to building on things of interest, and making modifications if/when needed. ...
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Planning menus for the Passover Seder feasts often starts well in advance. Since breads, cookies, cakes, pastas and pastries in their normal iteration are not allowed on the eight days of the holiday, creative substitutes have made their way into the menu for the week. Interestingly, many people who fear not having enough to eat, given all the restrictions, double down on these carb-heavy alternatives and eat more starchy foods during Passover than they would during a typical week. ...
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April is Financial Literacy Month. Social Security is a vital part of any financial plan. Social Security's online tools can help you understand your potential Social Security benefits and how they fit into your financial future. ...
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When food is missing "something," it probably needs an herb or two. Our garden guru reviews the history of herbs, just in time to gear up for growing our own this summer.
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