Ever notice that clothes off the rack look great on the hanger but not necessarily on you? Maybe it's because you're not dressing according to your body shape. Not to worry. Fashion influencer Linda Peavy is here with Style Stop, a new Northeast Ohio Boomer blog to help style your way to clothes that flatter —not just fit — your body. 

Share an animal encounter with your grandchild and create an extra special memory! An encounter is much different than visiting a zoo, or even a petting zoo. An encounter gets you up close and personal to a specific animal where you not only can pet and feed it, but also sometimes hold it and be educated on the animal’s behavior, adaptations and living environment. 

May is Older Americans Month — a time to celebrate the 2.8 million Ohioans ages 60 and older and the many ways they contribute to, support and benefit from their communities.

Summer in Northeast Ohio caters to the staycation crowd. And one of the highlights is the Cleveland GardenWalk. Before firming up your summer plans, make sure to leave room for the free, annual tour of gardens. This year it's Saturday, July 8 and Sunday, July 9 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. And if you garden in one of the featured neighborhoods, then consider opening your garden for tours.

If you are significantly engaged in providing support for others, personally and/or professionally, you need to make sure you do not let things slip in your self-care. How you handle stress, the amount and quality of your sleep, physical activity, diet and hydration will all impact your health and well-being as you age.

Your personal my Social Security account is here for you at every stage of your career. You don’t have to be retired or even close to retirement to take advantage of it.