Contending with COVID-19

Should I stay or should I go? This weighty question is the preoccupation of many a Northeast Ohio snowbird who customarily vacates the Great Lakes region during the cold and dreary winter months. But it has become quite a quandary. On one hand, the preliminary winter forecast calls for more snowfall and colder temps this winter throughout the Great Lakes, adding to the impetus to fly South sooner and stay longer. On the other hand, the ongoing pandemic sees hotspots often affecting retirement communities in Southern states, causing locals to consider sheltering in place this winter. What to do? ...

 Dr. Sharon K. Inouye, Director of Aging Brain Center, says that patients in their 70s and 80s may be systematically excluded from most COVID-19 clinical trials, even though this demographic is disproportionately affected by the disease. Adults 65 and older currently account for 40% of the hospitalized cases and over 80% of the deaths related to COVID-19. Importantly, older adults are highly likely to be excluded from 100% of 18 vaccine trials — 61% for an age-based cutoff and 39% for an indirect exclusion. ...

Become a Nutrition Solution Volunteer! These volunteers assist homebound older adults who have recently been discharged from the hospital by setting up weekly phone calls to address issues of food insecurity and social isolation. They also help with the delivery of meals, groceries and other essentials. More volunteers are both needed and appreciated. ...

Over time, as we adjust to a threat and stress levels drop, it’s natural to let our guard down. It’s important to remember though, that if we take a break on safety measures, coronavirus doesn’t; it continues infecting people. According to experts, creating habits out of safety routines may help us maintain them without having to think about them. ...

Time spent with elderly loved ones is emotionally and socially beneficial for everyone, but will require extra measures to keep them safe. ...

During the current coronavirus pandemic, we continue to provide help to you and other people in your communities. Although you can do most of your business with us online, we know that service channel isn’t right for everyone. You can still count on us by phone. If you have a critical situation and we cannot help you with by phone or online, we may be able to schedule an appointment for you. ...

There'll be no bier this year. The 2020 Cleveland Oktoberfest, set to take place Labor Day Weekend at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, is officially canceled due to the coronavirus. This marks the first cancelation in the event's 15-year history. Read on for compensation efforts underway. ...