Downsizing may come with mixed emotions. It is natural to feel overwhelmed at the idea of deciding what should be preserved and what will need to be removed — whether donated, trashed, or sold. Not sure where to start? Here's a few tips to get the process started. ...
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Jeannie Fleming-Gifford
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With many symptoms — that may or may not be dementia — and several different types of dementia, it can feel overwhelming when you are concerned about an aging loved one. There is no known cure for dementia, recognizing the symptoms and common concerns will help you support a parent who is diagnosed with this condition. ...
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Scams can be overwhelming to spot and work through at any age, but how can you support your parents in remaining safe and vigilant against scammers? Here are some basic tips for how to avoid these scams, and how to check first or investigate further before disclosing any private information. ...
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A a parent, you need partners you can trust and count on for the myriad of questions that arise when it comes to your child’s health and wellness. There also may be times when you need to find a pediatric specialist. To find medical professionals who best fit for your child’s needs, here are a few tips to begin the selection process. ...
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If you plan to hit the road this summer, consider ways to avoid fast food by making your own munchies for the road. It saves time and money, lets you make fewer stops, and breaks up the boredom of long car rides. Plus eating nutritious foods is healthier. Whether you are traveling in an RV or a car, here are some tips for the best foods to pack that the whole family will enjoy — and that will keep you on the road longer. ...
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Are you curious about or have you considered right-sizing your family’s life? Author Jeannie Fleming-Gifford shares why her family bought a new home half the size of their old one. She provides some insight into making this transition, and explains how it allowed time to plan for short and longer term goals such as more travel, (hopefully) earlier retirement, etc.
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We all know that moms wear many “hats.” When one of the “hats” is being an essential worker — especially over the last year — that mom deserves to be recognized and celebrated. “Hats off” to Jennifer DiGeronimo, mom and nurse manager of obstetrics at Lake Health, in this month’s Northeast Ohio Parent profile. ...
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