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Aging Gracefully is now published every other month with occasional changes for holidays. Resources can always be found on our website page.
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Featured Medical and Wellness Articles | |
Seasonal Affective Disorder hitting Ohioans heavily so far this winter* | |
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Ohioans are ranked as having some of the worst mental health days in the country, and that's a trend doctors warn may continue for several more weeks.*
Residents of the Buckeye State fall victim every winter to Seasonal Affective Disorder, according to Dr. Gary Grosel, chief medical officer for UnitedHealthcare of Ohio. Click here to read the full article.
*Note: This article was published in February of 2023, but the information on Seasonal Affective Disorder applies for every winter season.
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If I Had Known Then What I Know Now...
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personal recollection from
Paula Birney, CMA, Certified Dementia Practitioner
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My relationship with my mother, Betty, in her last years would have been very different. 15 years ago, I did not understand that her unusual behavior, forgetfulness and confusion were signs of dementia...read more
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Dementia is an "umbrella" term" for symptoms of loss of memory and other thinking abilities - caused by one of many other conditions. Click here for more from WebMD. | |
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Things That Raise Your Chances of Dementia
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This article discusses how many factors, including age, air pollution, loneliness, depression, eating and sleeping patterns, and many other medical conditions affect the risk of dementia. Click here for the full article.
(Read on for other dementia-preventing and longevity tips.)
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Longevity Experts Reveal the 6 Things
They Personally Never Do
Want to live a longer, healthier life? Avoid these common habits.
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“We’re all going to age, and we’re all going to die,” said Dr. Joshua Septimus, a primary care doctor at Houston Methodist Primary Care Group in Texas. While influencers on social media often tout anti-aging supplements and treatments, nothing actually keeps you from growing older, he said.
Instead, it’s important to put in the work and focus on the behaviors that can actually help you live a long, healthy life — not fads that don’t do much. It’s also important to focus on habits that will help you keep doing activities you love. Click here for the full article about what doctors say they AVOID.
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Leg Strength May Support Brain Health
As You Age
Maintaining leg strength could support brain health and reduce the risk of falls as you age.
Muscle strength, particularly in the legs, is linked to cognitive function, and regular physical activity can help lower the risk of conditions like dementia.
Slow walking speed is associated with reduced social participation, which can increase the risk of cognitive decline and heart disease.
Click here to read the full article.
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Study Shows Traveling Might Help You Live Longer - If You Follow These Tips
Positive travel experiences may help slow biological aging by promoting physical activity and reducing stress.
Traveling often encourages physical activity, which provides both immediate and long-term health benefits, such as better sleep, reduced anxiety, and improved bone health.
To maximize the benefits of travel, focus on immersing yourself in the experience and avoid stressing over responsibilities back home.
Click here for the full article.
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In Toledo Wednesday, November 20
The Ohio Justice Bus is a mobile legal aid office and technology hotspot that brings pro bono attorneys and legal services to Ohioans at no cost.
Toledo Bar Association Consumer Law Clinic
Wednesday, November 20, 10 am to noon
Main Downtown Toledo Library
325 Michigan Street, Toledo, OH 43604
Meet with an attorney privately about consumer law matters such as debt, bankruptcy and more.
Services are first-come-first-serve and "walk-up" (no appointments.)
Learn more about the Justice Bus and see stops on the calendar
(Click through months and click on days.)
The Ohio Justice Bus is on the Toledo Lucas County Public Library Service page.
For help with other legal issues, including future planning, visit the Senior Committee web page.
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Activities for Healthy Aging:
Things to Do in Northwest Ohio
During the Fall and Winter Holiday Months
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Historical tourist attractions, fairs, festivals, parties and outdoor-themed activities offering opportunities for socialization, entertainment, and better quality of life for seniors (and everyone). | |
4th Annual Fallen Timbers Art Festival
Saturday, November 2 - 11 am to 7 pm
Sunday, November 3 - 11 am to 4 pm
In vacant indoor space at
The Shops at Fallen Timbers
3100 Main Street, Suite 1599 in Maumee
Featuring 38 artists from Ohio and Michigan; wine-tasting, food trucks, and coffee
Toledo.com post
Event Facebook page
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Inclusive Explorer Trolley Ride
Wednesday, November 6 - begins at 10 am
Secor Metropark
10001 Central Avenue, Berkey, Ohio
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Handmade Toledo Maker's Mart
Indie Craft Fair
November 16 - 11 to 6 pm
1717 Adams Street, Toledo, Ohio
70+ local and Midwest artists and craft-makers
Admission $5.00 for those older than 10
Admission free for everyone from 5 to 6 pm
Facebook Event
Handmade Toledo website with event
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YMCA Active Older Adult Thanksgiving Potlucks
November 18, 21, and 22 at different branches. Click here.
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Uptown Maumee Holiday Light Parade and Holiday Hustle 5K | |
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Toledo Night Market Holiday Night Market
Saturday, December 7, 4 to 10 pm
Fifth Third Center at One SeaGate
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Wildwood Metropark Manor House
December 7 - December 15 - 10 am to 8 pm
5100 Central Avenue, Toledo
Tour the Manor House - transformed by volunteers into a holiday wonderland.
See model trains from the Swanton Area Railroad and Model Club.
Carriage rides through Wildwood Preserve on December 7, 8, 14, and 15.
Reservations for carriage rides available beginning November 1.
Click here for more - including accessibility information.
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YMCA Active Older Adult Christmas Party Potluck
Friday, December 13 - noon to 1:30 pm
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Activities for a Healthy Brain As We Age | |
Wooden Tile Matching Game | |
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Adults with dementia can use this wooden block puzzle with templates to train brain activity and improve fine finger manipulation by checking the templates and correctly placing the puzzle pieces!
Learn more at this link
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Designed for addressing an often-taboo topic, the Death Deck is a set of 112 cards with questions designed to spark important - and also fun - discussions about death. There is also an "End of Life" (EOL) death. Click here to learn more. | |
Odds and Ends: Useful Tools for Aging Hands | |
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Aging Gracefully is published and edited by the
Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities (Lucas DD) Senior Supports Committee, which is made up of staff, plus providers and family members who experience caring for older individuals or those with dementia.
Are you working with or taking care of someone who:
- is diagnosed with, or shows signs of dementia,
- has changing needs because they're now in their 50s, or 60s, or older?
- or has been depending on a family member who is now older or ailing?
Visit the Senior Support Committee website page (lucasdd.org/senior-committee or scan the QR code below)
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