Relationships

The Alzheimer's Association Cleveland Area Chapter is introducing new support groups for friends, family and caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s and other dementia.  ...

Life is better when we share our lives and homes with pets. But too many people fall in love with the look of an animal without knowing the full cost and responsibility of caring for that animal over its lifetime. The most affordable pet is a healthy one that receives appropriate veterinary care before you decide to bring it home. ...

This holiday season, as we spend time with our family and friends, it may be the perfect opportunity to observe changes in your aging loved one. Changes may vary widely—from outwardly visible to subtle shifts in habits. There are four main areas to observe and monitor if you are starting to be concerned about an aging loved one. ...

Serendipity, coincidence and romance meet at Ray's Place in Kent each December, as told by Pat O'Connor. ...

Pat O'Connor shares two Christmas memories that still make him chuckle today. Enjoy a hot cup of cocoa and this sweet trip down memory lane. ...

Holiday shopping and gift-giving can often be challenging, but even more so when shopping for a person living with dementia. The Alzheimer's Association suggests thoughtful and useful gifts for the 6 million people in the early, middle and late-stages of Alzheimer’s disease. The guide also includes ideas for the 11 million Americans who serve as unpaid caregivers.  ...

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. ...

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.   ...