McLean Senior Living Blog

Started in 1978, National Grandparents Day is celebrated the first Sunday after Labor Day as a time to honor the special bond between grandparents and grandchildren. But in this era of COVID-19, how can you celebrate while keeping everyone healthy and safe? This blog post will suggest Grandparents Day activities focused on staying connected, and …

Is Connecticut a good place to retire? Only if you like the best of all worlds. Retiring in Connecticut puts you in close proximity to practically every type of activity and landscape, from coastline to forest, small town to big city. Let’s look at the oversized benefits this small state has to offer – and …

Recent events and the recommendation to practice social distancing have changed a lot of things. Today, how we shop, communicate, and get together with friends is all different. But one thing hasn’t changed: We still need to make decisions about our future. If you’re in the process of choosing a senior living community but in-person …

While having lunch at my favorite deli, I overheard a woman in line tell her elderly father that she was finally taking those piano lessons she’d always wanted. His reply surprised me. “That’s great. I wish I could learn something new.” I was tempted to interrupt to say, “You can, and you do.” The fact …

The birds are singing, the grass is green. Ah, warm weather is upon us. And since we’re all spending more time at home this summer, it’s the perfect time to start your cleaning and decluttering project. It’s a good bet you’ve noticed a few items around the house taking up more space than they’re worth. …

What is emotional wellness? The term refers to an awareness, understanding and acceptance of your emotions, and the ability to deal with challenges and change. Remaining in the present moment is also vital to your emotional health. Emotional wellness for seniors is key to a happier, healthier life. In fact, it can help older adults …

Eating a healthy, balanced diet can lower your risk of illness, help you stay trim, and give you more energy. This includes selecting menus with nutritious foods for a healthy immune system, ones that add up to the right number of calories and eliminate unhealthy choices from your diet. Some of the best foods to …

As we head into summer 2020, we can reminisce about, and again look forward to, the joys of book clubs, coffee klatches, cocktail parties and tennis matches. But for now, we must find new enjoyment in the era of social distancing. Good news! There are countless hobbies for seniors to do at home that offer …

If you are preparing for major surgery, there are many things to consider and to plan for ahead of time, including the risks and the recovery process. Knowing beforehand what you will need post-surgery will help you to be involved in your care decisions and will ensure better preparation for a quicker and easier recovery, …