During this unprecedented coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Boomer is here to offer a steady hand through unsteady times. On this page, you will find tips on how to keep yourself productively occupied during the stay-at-home mandate, how to stay in touch with loved ones, how to access needed services, how to stay healthy, how to maintain a sense of humor and so much more. We can contend with COVID-19 and come through, even stronger, on the other side!
Older adults need a second COVID-19 booster, but they are delaying getting it for two reasons: accessibility and awareness, says a Cleveland Clinic doctor.
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You're vaxxed, boosted and you have masks in every coat pocket and purse. As things are slowly getting back to normal, it's natural to feel a bit off balance. After all, most of us have (or should have) practiced common-sense precautions to protect ourselves from the virus. The question is: now what? ...
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Better Business Bureau® Serving Greater Cleveland (BBB®) has released its Top Ten Scams of 2021. While COVID-19 related scams did not make the Top 10 List this time, the influences of the pandemic affected the proliferation and types of scams BBB saw in 2021. Be on your guard in 2022! ...
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It's no wonder we're feeling a big pandemic-weary right now. Many of our holiday plans were disrupted, we're seeing (or experiencing) more breakthrough COVID-19 cases, and no one is quite sure when things will seem normal again. If you're having a tough time coping with stress, we've got some handy reminders that can help. ...
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With the Omicron variant posed to continue to increase infection rates, Better Business Bureau Serving Cleveland is once again reminding consumers to be careful of websites and individuals selling products that claim to prevent, treat, cure or test for COVID-19. ...
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Our 2021 Boomer Impact Award winner, Hlavin is a product of the pandemic. The tablets and knowledge that he’s put into the hands of seniors have made a huge difference in their lives. They’re ordering groceries, video chatting with family and friends, downloading apps, streaming shows and managing passwords... all with the help of Hlavin’s nonprofit, Simply Virtual, and his three-member team. ...
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Scammers are using the COVID-19 pandemic as an opportunity to file fraudulent unemployment claims, often using someone else’s identity; sometimes someone who is receiving or applying for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. Remember that scammers always look for a chance to exploit your fears. Don’t fall for their tactics — and guard your personal information. ...
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Have you scored a coronavirus vaccine yet? Lucky you. It can be a frustrating process, more a matter of luck and persistence than anything else. Regardless of your status, scientists say herd immunity with vaccinations is on the horizon. ...
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