Mind Matters

Mobsters, a family-owned brewery, friendships and the best sport you haven't played. Our July/August issue, which comes out next week, covers a lot of territory. Look for it online or pick up a copy at your local library, rec center, medical office or Giant Eagle, Marc's and Discount Drug Mart stores throughout Northeast Ohio.  ...

June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, a time to encourage conversation about the brain, Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The Alzheimer’s Association recently asked those living with early-stage Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia what they want others to know about living with the disease. Here are six things they shared... ...

New research finds a connection between slower walking speeds (or gait) and development of dementia, suggesting that a decrease in the speed at which older adults walk year-to-year may be an early indicator of cognitive decline and dementia. But I wonder, did walking speed decrease because of lower cognition, or did cognition somehow decrease because of slower walking? ...

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. ...

It seems like word games have grown in popularity over the years. They’re a fun and easy way to stay entertained and mentally sharp. Northeast Ohio Boomer magazine runs a brain game in each issue. Our resident expert on maintaining a healthy aging brain through games is Kathleen Kilpatrick, who creates and shares them with our readers. She includes helpful tips and other simple activities that improve brain function and memory. ...

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? ...

A psychologist shares her thoughts on cleaning and organizing. They can actually help manage stress. Out of sight, out of mind. And that's a good thing when it comes to clutter. ...

There are a lot of good grief support groups in the community, but The Gathering Place’s, “Moving Forward Through Grief,” is different due to its unique comprehensive focus. It is a group for those who have lost an adult family member due to cancer. The group addresses the emotional and physical aspects of grief and includes a support group, exercise classes and nutrition classes.

The program is professionally facilitated by Carl Harmon, NSCA-CPT, Stephanie Hopkins, MS, RDN, LD and Mary Fisher-Bornstein, LISW-S, a social worker at The Gathering Place with over 40 years of practice in mental health and oncology.

“Supporting someone through the cancer journey can be all consuming. Often caregivers do not have the time to emotionally or physically take care of themselves,” says Fisher-Bornstein. This program provides people with emotional support and physical support by taking care of their body through exercise and cooking classes.”

The group will meet in-person Mondays and Wednesdays, April 18 – May 25, from 6-8:15 p.m. It is a six week program and includes a support group once a week, exercise twice a week and a nutrition class for 4 weeks.

Space is limited. Register at [email protected] or 216-455-1506

Mondays & Wednesday
April 18 – May 25
6:00-8:15pm

The Gathering Place East
23300 Commerce Park
Beachwood

The Gathering Place is a caring community that supports, educates and empowers individuals and families currently coping with the impact of cancer in their lives through programs and services provided free of charge.

The Arnold & Sydell Miller Family Campus
23300 Commerce Park, Beachwood, OH 44122

The Sandy Borrelli Center
25425 Center Ridge Road, Westlake, OH 44145

touchedbycancer.org
216-595-9546

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