Health & Wellness

On Sunday, June 5, thousands of residents throughout the Cleveland area will head over to Beachwood Place for the 22nd annual Race for the Place benefiting The Gathering Place. In celebration of National Cancer Survivors Day, participants can help raise funds to support the free programs and services offered by The Gathering Place to those impacted by cancer. ...

Did you get a little carried away with indulgent food and drink over the long holiday weekend? Remember, "If you fall off the horse, get right back on." This expression acknowledges that setbacks are a part of life; what's important is your response. Either you can choose to be defeated and give up, or you can get right back in the game and give it another shot. ...

The good news is that the friends we make in our 60s are likely to be a good fit. By now, we’re comfortable with who we are and what we need in our lives. We’ve spent a lifetime making friends and we know how it works. ...

If you apply for long-term care assistance through Medicaid and your application is denied, the situation may seem hopeless. The good news is that you can appeal the decision.  ...

Dehydration is far too common in many older adults for a variety of reasons. Our bodies are made mostly of water, and like all things in life, this changes as we age. Everything in your body works better when it’s hydrated. Without enough water, problems occur, exacerbating current conditions and issues. ...

The thing that keeps many of us from “doing our best” when it comes to exercise, fitness, and even recreation, is our weather. It can be both a deterrent and a ready excuse to NOT get up and get moving. What motivates you? If it’s sunshine and warm weather, it’s right here right now. Whatever will get you up and out… do that! ...

When you or a friend have limited mobility, whether from a permanent disability or a recent surgery or illness, little things mean a lot. Here's what that looks like: if you had knee or foot surgery recently, a two-inch curb to a sidewalk can seem like a mountain when you're navigating it with crutches or a walking cast. Accessibility counts. ...

Memory mishaps happen; they don’t always mean something serious is behind them. Stay sharp with this latest brain game by Kathryn Kilpatrick. Forgetting where you left your phone or car keys is beyond annoying. Our negative, internal chatter adds to our stress as we search for an item or can’t think of a word. ...