Aging Answers

Aging Answers

Local Author Shares Her Unexpected Journey as Her Mother’s Caregiver

Jeannie Fleming-Gifford shares her journey as daughter and caregiver of her mother, who was diagnosed with a stroke in 2015, in “The Gift I Never Wanted: The Journey of Caregiving and Lessons Learned.” She provides some insights into her book, but also how she has dealt with decisions as her mother’s caregiver.  ...
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How to Apply for Medicare

How to Apply for Medicare

You need to understand how Medicare works as you grow older. When you receive Social Security benefits after reaching 65 years, the enrollment will be

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How to Manage Being In the Sandwich Generation

Even though the ‘sandwich’ generation sounds like delicious lunch options, it’s not related to food at all. Instead, it refers to adults who are ‘sandwiched’ between caring for their children

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Ease your Loved One’s Move to a Long-Term Care Facility

The journey of caregiving for a loved one can be complicated. It is even more complicated in the time of COVID-19. However much we want to believe that time and

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COVID-19 Resources and Programs for Your Aging Loved Ones

Like so many areas of our lives, COVID-19 is having an impact on how we care for and relate to our aging loved ones. Restrictions are changing often. Here’s

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Using Technology to Keep Family Connections Strong

During these days of social distancing, keeping extended family relationships strong is important for everyone. Learn some creative ways that local families and area nursing homes are keeping connected during this time. ...
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Ohio Department of Aging Grants Increase Access to Local Produce for Older Ohioans

The Ohio Department of Aging announced it is awarding 11 grants totaling $440,000 to Ohio’s area agencies on aging to build or expand partnerships increasing access to nutritious food

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25 Ways to Spend Time with Grandparents During Winter Break

Winter break means many kids will spend time relaxing at home, hanging out with friends and playing with their new toys. There will be lots of family time, too. It's a perfect time for kids to spend extra time with their grandparents. Here are 25 ways to make a day with grandparents extra special. ...
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Resources for Caregivers of Aging Loved Ones

Here are some helpful activities and books for caregivers:

Conversation Cards for Adults, Nostalgic Items — Reminiscence Activity for Alzheimer’s / Dementia / Memory Loss Patients and Caregivers read more

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Northeast Ohio Boomer & Beyond Partners with Senior Living Guide

Northeast Ohio Boomer and Beyond magazine — sister publication to Northeast Ohio Parent — is now partnering with Northeast Ohio’s most trusted, up-to-date resource directory, Senior Living Guide.  read

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