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We all know that what we eat matters when it comes to our physical health. We may also know that certain foods can either help or harm our cognition. What is exciting is to know now is that the right nutrition can also improve our mental health. ...

Monthly allocations for SNAP benefits, or food stamps, are dropping to pre-pandemic levels, and that will have a big impact on people who rely on the federal program. What can you do to help? Donate money to your local food bank. They anticipate a big increase in the number of people seeking assistance. ...

If you're like most Americans — more than 60%, according to most surveys — you don't have a will. You need one. Get one. Do it today. Then read this story about what an executor can and cannot do. ...

If you are short on time — and special ingredients — why not have some fun in a jiffy? Yes, with the help of using JIFFY mixes, you can bake something quickly that tastes delicious. Plus, it will be simple enough to make that even a young grandchild can feel accomplished. ...

Welcome to NEO Boomer's newest blog, Aging and Life Enhancement. This helpful blog is written by our long-time Brain Games magazine columnist, Kathryn Kilpatrick, M.A., Speech-Language Pathologist and Geriatric Life Enhancement Consultant. In her blog, she will tackle many aspects of enhancing the aging process, with a special focus on caregiving and brain health. ...

The Cleveland Film Festival will take place March 22-April 1 at Playhouse Square, followed by CIFF47 Streams April 2-9 online. The in-person Festival will showcase 121 feature films and 199 short films representing 67 countries during its 11-day run. CIFF47 Streams will present nearly two-thirds of its in-person feature films, along with its full lineup of in-person short films. ...

Boogie nights await! The theme for this year's Boomer Bash West is Disco Inferno. So get your tickets today to join us on the dance floor at 4:30-7 p.m. on Wednesday, April 12 at LaCentre in Westlake. ...

Since March is Women's History Month, the Social Security Administration notes that nearly 55% of the people receiving Social Security benefits are women. Today, more women work, pay Social Security taxes, and earn credit toward monthly retirement income than at any other time in our nation’s history.  ...