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Social Security Offices Re-Open Following COVID-19 Closures

Local Social Security offices will restore in-person services, including for people without an appointment, on Thursday, April 7, 2022. Kilolo Kijakazi, Acting Commissioner of the Social Security Administration, made this announcement following a period of COVID-19 precautions that had kept Social Security offices closed for several months. ...
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Take Play to a New Level at Northeast Ohio Children’s Museums

Good thing Northeast Ohio has two amazing children's museums. A trip to a children’s museum makes an especially nice indoor adventure when spring weather is still too wet and cold for the kids to play outside. It is a delight, as a grandparent, to watch them interact with the exhibits and to participate with them in their imaginary play. ...
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Good News for Your Knees

As we age, we hear more and more about people requiring knee surgery or even knee replacement. Researchers have found that the benefits of exercise — even for the frail and elderly — outweigh the risks with regard to our knees. One more reason to go boldly ahead keep yourself fit for whatever the future brings. ...
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April is Ohio Native Plant Month; Plant for the Pollinators

House Bill 59 made Ohio one of the first states in the nation to have a month dedicated to native plants. It’s a reminder every April to renew our commitment to removing non-native invasive plant species and to selecting native plants when planning our spring gardens. To find out how you can add native plants to benefit pollinators, read on! ...
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It’s Financial Literacy Month: The Perfect Time to Plan for Your Future

Every April, Financial Literacy Month is focused on educating people about the importance of planning for a secure financial future. Social Security is a vital part of any financial plan, with online tools to help you understand your potential Social Security benefits and how they fit into your financial future.  ...
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Ctrl + Alt + Del Tech Scammers

Tech support scams often first occur as a pop-up warning with a number to call on your computer or by a phone call from an alleged tech support company. Whatever form of contact, the message is usually the same: "Your technology has been compromised, and you need to contact the provided tech support company to fix it." Don't fall for it! Read on for details. ...
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An Account for Every Stage of Your Career

You don’t have to be retired or even close to retirement to benefit from your online personal my Social Security account. Most people can conduct their Social Security business online with their account, whether they receive benefits or not. ...
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Memory Enhancement: Your Brain on Color

Want to improve your memory? Just add color. Since color is a strong attention-grabbing stimulus to the brain, it can be a powerful memory tool for organization and daily planning. Color attracts attention, boosts memory and influences our motivations. ...
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