Relationships

We revisit dating in this issue of the magazine. If nothing else, we point out the complexities of dating after 55. There’s a saying that potential dating partners are looking for a nurse or a purse, a cynical but in some cases an accurate way of summarizing the situation.  ...

Money, health, family, past relationships and sex: too much of some—not enough of the other—complicate dating as an older adult. ...

Sick of screen time? A simple deck of cards is so easy to put into a handbag or suitcase, yet provides a treasure trove of playtime. Cards give you an old-fashioned “hands-on” connection in this age of electronics. Enjoy teaching your grandkids a fun pastime or try learning a new card game together. ...

There are lots of ways to trace your family tree. One of the best ways is to travel back to the homeland, visiting relatives in their home kitchens. Here's how one retiree and her cousin organized a Kitchen Tour to Austria and Germany. ...

Dating is tough at any age. We want to help make it a bit easier. Go ahead, send us an email (and photos, if you've met someone special) so we know what it's like out there. This next stage in life promises to be interesting. Dating for people 55 and older: that can be fun, too. ...

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. ...