2026 THRIVE Issues

Whether your loved one is laying on the guilt or the blame is largely self-imposed. Try to accept the situation and let it go. You can’t change their disease, condition or medical circumstance. If their situation has progressed, requiring a higher level of care, and you are unable to meet their needs safely, it is time to honor the goal of always caring for them and doing your best. This may not mean they remain at home, as you had promised. And that is OK.    ...

Tak and Mely Sato launched their nonprofit 10 years ago based on two certainties: Technology was moving fast, and it was leaving older adults behind. Government agencies, retailers, TV and even relationships with family and friends were shifting to the internet with blistering speed. There was little time, patience or inclination to accommodate a steep learning curve for older adults.  ...

Moving later in life can feel overwhelming. You may be leaving a home full of memories, managing decades of belongings, and trying to make the “right” decision for your health and independence. Even if you’re excited about the next chapter, the work can be physically tiring and emotionally heavy. The good news is, you don’t have to do it alone. Whether you’re downsizing, relocating or choosing to age in place, the right support can make the process calmer, safer and much more manageable. ...

As a shameless attention-seeker, nothing was more thrilling than Chi-Chi’s restaurant on my birthday. “Gosh, I hope they’re not coming to my table,” I’d say without meaning it, as the waiters carried a giant sombrero to my table, popped it on my head, and clapped-sang “Happy Birthday” over a bowl of fried ice cream. ...

The egg: It looks simple, smooth and oval, but inside that shell is a perfect little science lab. With a few household items, kids can explore chemistry, physics, and even a bit of biology, while having fun.  ...

Our homes should reflect who we are, both in style and substance. Comfortable, safe, clean and age-appropriate housing should be within reach of older adults, but the realities of Northeast Ohio’s rental landscape leave many out in the cold. With inadequate income for amenity-rich retirement complexes and too much money to qualify for government-subsidized housing, folks in the middle face hard choices and no easy answers. ...

McGregor PACE, the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly, plays a vital role in  supporting the health and well-being of older adults. This innovative program delivers a full spectrum of medical, social and preventative services, allowing seniors to remain independent and engaged in their own communities.   ...

Uncoupling. While this has become a common phrase for celebrities when referring to their divorces, it succinctly explains the process. For those newly divorced (or uncoupled), once the legal process of the divorce is complete, it is essential to update your estate plan. ...