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Getting an inheritance can feel very much like a mixed blessing. Here are important things to consider that can help you prepare. ...

Almost no job is tougher, or less appreciated than taking care of a loved one. Caregiving takes a toll, both physically and mentally, but a few strategies can help. ...

Who do you think of when you hear the phrase “man’s best friend”? Your dog? Your cat? These buddies are with us through thick and thin, adding joy and laughter — and a whole lot of other benefits — to our lives. ...

Does someone you love lack the ability to make decisions for themselves? Who needs a guardian and how does that happen? We cover a few basics with help from an elder care attorney. ...

As we plan, plot, dream and dare ourselves to make and achieve bucket list goals, don’t forget the most important part: people. ...

Kids want and need to be active and burn off excess energy during our long Northeast Ohio winters. The solution? Try an indoor play area. Our region has plenty of options. Some have age restrictions and require reservations. Check websites or call before heading out. Most sell admission tickets and require waiver forms that you can fill out online, significantly cutting your wait time when you get there with eager kids. ...

Cooped up indoors this winter? When children cannot expel their excess energy, they will release it in negative ways, such as becoming aggressive or very irritable. We grandparents can help them burn off the negative behaviors, which will be helpful to both the grandkids and their parents! ...

If your family tree includes estrangement from adult children, seemingly genial conversation can feel like a punch in the gut. What do you say if you haven't talked to your adult child in months or years, and how do you say the choice was theirs, not yours? ...