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One of the best places to enjoy the holiday season, both indoors and out, is at Akron's Stan Hywet. Stroll the expansive grounds, check out the lavishly decorated manor house, and celebrate with a visit to Deck the Hall: Lights, Cameras, Christmas! The gardens and grounds feature one million holiday lights, the perfect setting for a brisk winter stroll.  ...

Dementia impacts everyone. However, communities of color are disproportionately more likely than white Americans to have Alzheimer’s or other types of dementia. ...

Dad would often warn me against the corrosive effects of procrastination. "He who hesitates is lost," he'd say. He knew this from personal experience. Dad often compared himself to Sisyphus, the mythological tragic figure destined to roll an enormous boulder up a mountain every morning, just to watch it roll down again every night. Then he'd have to take up his arduous burden again the following morning, again and forever... the perfect metaphor for a living hell. I got the message, although I wasn't sure what steps to take in order to escape the torturous fate of procrastination. ...

We know exercise is good for our bodies, but exercising can seem out of reach. Aches and pains become a regular part of our lives, so we tell ourselves we can’t exercise. However, we CAN incorporate moving more during our day. Staying socially engaged also helps us to stay well overall. ...

At Ohman Family Living, we understand how important it is to be part of a vibrant, active, relational community. A staple in Middlefield Village, our Briar campus sits nestled in the heart of one of the world’s largest Amish communities, with shopping, dining, and small-town life all within walking distance. For those seeking assisted or independent living options, we provide a lifestyle of gracious country living in a cozy and familiar setting, where everyone truly knows your name. ...

Your job isn’t just a source of income — it can be a vehicle to independence or the beginning step to fulfilling your dreams. Social Security's Ticket to Work program or PASS program can help you get a good start.  ...

'Tis the season to enjoy your bird feeders. Start now to put seeds and other treats out for the birds and you’ll be able to watch them come to your deck or feeders all winter long. Read on to learn how our winter birds survive during the cold and snowy months, and how you can help them. ...

Here's some guidance to turn what you love into what you do. Follow this three-step process to take control of your future: examine, explore and envision. There are three main points along the career continuum where the steps apply: initial, transitional and encore. Ready, set, go! ...