Pandemic Positivity is a new effort Boomer is launching to make people aware of the GOOD things happening amidst the coronavirus pandemic. While Contending with COVID-19 will remain a regular section on our website, it will focus more on the nitty-gritty details of how to manage your health and practical next steps as we navigate through this public health crisis. Pandemic Positivity, on the other hand, is a place where we can relax a bit and celebrate the significant — at times, inspiring— problem-solving, ingenuity and humanity demonstrated by our neighbors throughout Northeast Ohio. Stay tuned for more and feel free to submit your own stories for possible publication at [email protected].
Northeast Ohio’s popular drive-through family holiday tradition returns to the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds for another memorable season. ...
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Ohio announces some good news for people with loved ones in nursing, assisted living, and developmentally-disabled homes. People will be able to enjoy indoor visitations with residents of developmentally-disabled facilities starting September 28, and with residents of nursing homes and assisted living facilities starting October 12.
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It’s been said that when times get ruff, dogs serve as the ultimate source of comfort. So here's a safe celebration of costumed canines paw-sible for all. To ensure health and safety during the COVID-19 pandemic, LakewoodAlive announces that the 13th Annual Spooky Pooch Parade will be held virtually. Twelve lucky winners will have their dogs highlighted in LakewoodAlive’s 2021 calendar and one grand prize “Best In Show” winner will be determined by public voting. ...
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Become a Nutrition Solution Volunteer! These volunteers assist homebound older adults who have recently been discharged from the hospital by setting up weekly phone calls to address issues of food insecurity and social isolation. They also help with the delivery of meals, groceries and other essentials. More volunteers are both needed and appreciated. ...
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Over time, as we adjust to a threat and stress levels drop, it’s natural to let our guard down. It’s important to remember though, that if we take a break on safety measures, coronavirus doesn’t; it continues infecting people. According to experts, creating habits out of safety routines may help us maintain them without having to think about them. ...
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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.
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Time spent with elderly loved ones is emotionally and socially beneficial for everyone, but will require extra measures to keep them safe. ...
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A great way to escape is through a good book. That's especially true today. Public libraries have put a lot of work into making sure their patrons can safely use their services, either in person, curbside or online. ...
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