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It took a lot of people in a lot of jobs to keep a household going, even a home as modest as the one Dad grew up in. A few carried over through the decades. We still have a mailman and a garbage hauler, today’s version of the junkman. And many of us have a cable man, but that’s usually not someone people like to talk about. ...

If you're reading this, chances are, you live in Northeast Ohio. Winter weather is part of our lives. But it's still a good idea for older adults and caregivers to review cold-weather prep tips, according to The Ohio Department of Aging. ...

Winter birding is a family-friendly activity easily enjoyed from the comfort and warmth of your home. Watching the birds provides a great educational experience for grandkids. February is also National Bird Feeding Month, so it’s the perfect time to get started.  ...

With parents so busy today, grandparents are playing a bigger part in opening up the world of books to children. About half the patrons attending library storytimes are bringing their grandchildren. Librarians agree that a strong foundation in reading is fundamental to a child’s later academic success and quality of life. Plus, it’s fun! ...

Older adults who have a sense of purpose and meaning in their lives are less likely to develop cognitive and physical impairments, suffer less from depression, and are more likely to live longer than people without this kind of underlying motivation. We can help our loved ones rediscover purpose in life from learning something new, accomplishing a new goal, working together with other people, or making new social connections. Older adults with a solid sense of purpose tend to retain strong hand grips and walking speeds — key indicators of how rapidly people are aging. ...

If you are in a relationship, but not married, have been married more than once, have children by more than one partner, or have beneficiaries who cannot manage funds for one reason or another, then it's more important to do estate planning. And your planning cannot be plain vanilla. Here are a few tips to consider. ...

It’s time to pay it forward. In our stage of life, we have experience, wisdom and insights to offer. ...

A power of attorney is one of the most important estate planning documents you can have. It allows a person you appoint to act in your place for financial or other purposes when and if you ever become incapacitated or if you can't act on your own behalf. ...