The “sandwich generation” of women in their 30s, 40s, and 50s are caring for aging parents and children, with many experiencing physical and emotional tolls, while the U.S. lacks policies and resources to support these unpaid caregivers.
Category: family/relationship
Posted inFAMILY & FRIENDS, family/relationship, Stories from Stacker
Emergency housing resources for older Americans in need
The number of homeless seniors is increasing, with 1 in 5 homeless people being over the age of 55. Emergency housing for seniors is a temporary solution that provides shelter while those facing housing instability figure out their next step. There are several programs available…
Posted inEQUITY, FAMILY & FRIENDS, family/relationship
Ohio’s child care sector faces challenges: High costs, staffing shortages, and reduced wages
New analysis reveals child care challenges in Ohio, including high costs and staffing shortages. State actions aim to address these issues.
Posted infamily/relationship, MONEY, Self-Care-, Take Care Sis
It’s Moms’ Equal Pay Day- and the numbers don’t look great
Single mothers face a 28% poverty rate, far higher than single fathers and married couples. The pay gap worsens with caregiving…
Posted inEQUITY, FAMILY & FRIENDS, family/relationship, Terricha Phillips, yy-sample, yy.Our Stories
Finding forever homes: Mentoring and training programs prepare Black Clevelanders to adopt and foster local children
Kidsave’s 2023 study sheds light on the plight of over 2,200 children in Cuyahoga County’s foster care system. Emphasizing the critical need for safe homes, particularly for African-American teens…
Posted inCOMMENTARY & OPINION
Opinion: Exploring the ‘Hard Wig, Soft Life’ Trend- TikTok’s Take on Black Content Creators’ Pursuit of Wealthy Partners
Black TikTokers are trending the hashtag “hard wig, soft life” as they ditch their 30-inch bustdown wigs and laid edges for stiff, crunchy wigs, hoping to find a rich white husband to give them a soft life.
Posted inBlog, family/relationship, HOLIDAYS, Nicole Huffman, yy-FUN IN CLE, yy.Our Stories
Beyond Valentine’s: Celebrating Love Every Day – 10 Affordable Ways to Strengthen Your Relationship Year-Round!
Explore practical ways to nurture your relationship daily, moving beyond Valentine’s Day. Discover tailored ideas to express love and strengthen your bond year-round. Prioritize your connection amidst life’s demands and create lasting memories together.
Posted infamily/relationship, MONEY, Stories from Stacker
Is discussing finances with your date a mood killer? Here’s the tea on dating and credit
The 2024 Experian survey spills the tea on love and credit! Millennials & Gen Zers are giving as much weight to a partner’s credit as their personality traits. Most prefer to keep financial convos for later, but here’s the twist…
Posted inARTS & CULTURE, Cleveland, FAMILY & FRIENDS, family/relationship, Things to do
Escape into Narnia in Cleveland
We got a sneak peek of Coco’s Narnia Wonderland. Learn when you can see it for yourself
Posted inEQUITY, FAMILY & FRIENDS, family/relationship, TRAVEL
TEXTURES: Where History and Art Meet Black Hair
The team and their daughters took a quick trip to Kent to check out Textures Exhibit. Find out about this exhibit before you head down