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Some caregiver members said they practice mindfulness, or use meditation apps on their devices. Mindfulness is focusing attention on the present moment. It also involves acceptance, meaning that we pay attention to our thoughts and feelings without judging them—without believing, for instance, that there’s a “right” or “wrong” way to think or feel in a given moment. When we practice mindfulness, our thoughts tune into what we’re sensing in the present moment rather than rehashing the past or imagining the future. ...

Caregiving is one of the toughest things any of us will ever do. But while we're taking care of a loved one or friend, it's important to care for ourselves, too. ...

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. ...

My dad was a NO EXCUSES kind of guy. He would brush me off whenever I’d start in with a complaint, interjecting, “There are no ifs, ands or buts about it!” He typically sided with the authorities, not me. This time was different. ...

The library systems in Northeast Ohio have once again opened their doors, and even though storytimes have been suspended, you can still enjoy a story outdoors on one of many storybook trails. The storybook trails are short stories that you follow from sign to sign, reading as you go along and following their directions. These trails help to build children’s interest in reading and are for children of all levels to enjoy the outdoors and read a book with their families. ...

National Deaf Awareness Week is the third week of September. This is a chance to learn more about deaf culture and the many ways in which we can communicate and stay connected. Here are some reliable pointers to help you communicate more comfortably with those who cannot hear. ...

Thousands of people are wading through stuff accumulated over a lifetime… their own or their parents’.  If you’re among them, help is here to keep you from drowning in it. Starting small ensures early victories that will keep you motivated to continue the process and see you through to putting your house on the market and making a happy transition to your retirement property. ...

Over time, a relationship with older grandchildren means seeing each other during the holidays and major family events. Grandparents can feel marginalized during this later stage. It is on us to look for opportunities and common threads of interest to stay relevant and connected.  ...