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Mistletoe therapy, also called Viscum album Extract (VAE) therapy, has been prescribed by cancer doctors in Europe for over 100 years. Though not yet FDA approved, it is available in the U.S. from a few specially trained physicians.  ...

Puppy love and kitty cuddles make life sweeter. But for some low-income pet parents, inflation, housing costs, and the rising cost of pet food and veterinary care make pet care difficult. You can help connect struggling pet parents with resources that will help them be able to live happy and healthy lives with their pets. Learn how to help keep pets out of shelters and stay in welcoming homes. ...

Fear of speaking up in senior communities or nursing homes is a real problem. Residents frequently believe, if they report about the way an aide interacts—or in many cases, does not interact—with them, there will be repercussions. After all, they are the vulnerable ones needing care and assistance. ...

We've got just the perfect get-me-outta-this-lousy-weather field trip idea: a visit to the annual orchid show at the Cleveland Botanical Garden. ...

If you have been paying Social Security taxes, you should get an estimate of what your future benefit may be. Social Security's retirement webpage is a great place to start mapping out your retirement plan with three basic questions. ...

A project that brings more affordable apartments to the city's older adults was celebrated this week with a grand opening sponsored by Benjamin Rose. ...

The Cleveland International Film Festival (CIFF) is back for its 49th year, and it’s looking for volunteers to make sure it’s another successful event.

You can support the local film scene, make friends with other film enthusiasts and festival goers, work a schedule that fits your interests and schedule and get exclusive perks such as free film vouchers, free parking, raffle entries and more.

Volunteers are needed in the following areas:

Greeter / Hospitality
Challenge Match / Fundraising
Survey Administration / Marketing
Voting Kiosk Assistance / Audience Engagement

Volunteers earn 2 vouchers for every shift that they work. You can exchange your vouchers for any film with tickets available during the entire festival, outside your shift.

Want to learn more? Complete the interest form today.

The Cleveland International Film Festival runs March 27-April 5 at Playhouse Square and streams April 6-13.

 

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When you step into an Encore 55+ Learning Program classroom, you’ll find an inspiring blend of curiosity, energy and community. For more than 12 years, Ted Smith has been one of the program’s instructors, using thought-provoking topics and life lessons to spark conversations and build lifelong connections.  ...