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Women often ignore fashion rules and wear anything, whether or not it complements your body. Certain styles, materials and trends will add at least 10 pounds to how you look, even without a camera. In your quest to look your best, be sure to avoid these eight fashion mistakes that work against you. ...

More than 71 million Americans will see a 3.2% increase in their Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments in 2024. On average, Social Security retirement benefits will increase by more than $50 per month starting in January. ...

Is your older loved one balking at attending a big holiday gathering? If so, it's time to ask questions, plan ahead and make accommodations so they don't feel overwhelmed. Changes in their hearing, vision, speech, memory, mobility, balance, etc., can cause a reluctance on their part to want to participate. ...

Part of the fun of the season is counting down the days until Christmas. Our Grammy on the Go blogger brings us creative ways to celebrate the final weeks of December. ...

According to Garden Design, resiliency and creativity headline 2024 gardening trends. But there are also a few surprising trends you may want to consider incorporating in your gardens next year. To learn more, read on. ...

Come to Cleveland Metroparks Zoo through the month of December to enjoy Wild Winter Lights presented by NOPEC, 5:30-10:30 p.m. nightly. The outdoor exhibit features more than one million lights across holiday-themed areas including Enchanted Forest and Santa’s Workshop, where guests can take photos with Santa Claus. ...

If you want to make sure your hard-earned money makes the most charitable impact this holiday season, check first with the Wise Giving Alliance website for evaluations of nonprofits, offering insight into charity trustworthiness. ...

The season of gifting is upon us. For most, our gift- giving behavior is at its peak from the end of November through December. Here is a simple brain-healthy concept that you can readily gift your loved ones this holiday season: the present of your presence. In this blog, we explore the tradition and history of holiday gifts and how gift-giving impacts social connections, memory and brain health.   ...