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The house is like a portal to another dimension, where boxes of memories and stuff you really thought you’d need end up on the curb. We’re not turning into minimalists but when you find Eagle Stamp Savings Books, Instamatic cameras, VHS tapes and on and on, you wonder, “Why did we keep this stuff?” ...

Who couldn’t use a bit of fun right now? Lighten up with these word puzzle brain ticklers; no paper or pencil required! ...

We’re all doing our best to find ways to keep each other safe and still keep each other close to our hearts and conduct our business. When it’s over, God-willing soon, the silver lining may well be that we will have learned a new language to convey our caring for each other and for everyone in our communities. ...

With rules changing what feels like daily, you may be wondering which of your favorite Northeast Ohio museums are open, what new hours and procedures are safely in place and, of course, if there are any new exhibits you should know about. Don’t worry, we did the digging for you. Keep reading to learn how to get reacquainted with your old favorites or give that NEO staple an overdue visit.  ...

Time spent with elderly loved ones is emotionally and socially beneficial for everyone, but will require extra measures to keep them safe. ...

Speech and language therapy helps to improve the person's ability to communicate by restoring as much language as possible, and teaching how to compensate for lost language skills and finding other methods of communicating. Some studies have found that therapy is most effective when it begins soon after brain injury. Group speech-language therapy for those with aphasia is another way to practice their communication skills in a safe environment. ...

Our  September/October issue — our Fifth Anniversary edition and our biggest ever — is now available for online reading and will be on newsstands this week (Marc's, Giant Eagle, Discount Drug Mart, Dave's Markets and 600+ other locations). Don't miss it! Inside, we'll introduce you to our interesting and inspiring Boomer Impact Award winners who've shown us how to age successfully and robustly in Northeast Ohio. And that's just the beginning. Enjoy our Fifth Anniversary edition and thank you for giving us so much to celebrate as we embrace Better Living After 50. ...

Fall registration is now open for continuing education classes from the Institute for Learning in Retirement-East (ILR-East). This senior learning program affiliated with Baldwin Wallace University offers college-level courses without the stress of exams, in a friendly, non-competitive environment. This fall, due to the ongoing pandemic, all courses will be presented online using Zoom. Topics include theater, history, political science, religion, music, art appreciation, and much more. ...