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Alzheimer’s — There Is Help

Alzheimer’s — There Is Help

Each June, countless volunteers, organizations, caregivers, and communities work together to increase awareness for Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia. The observance that started nearly 40 years ago is just as relevant today, if not more so, with...

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Vestibular Therapy Gets You On Your Feet Again

Vestibular Therapy Gets You On Your Feet Again

Have you ever woken up only to find your head spinning and the sound entering your ears is like someone talking through a tin can? Or have you turned your head and started to feel extremely light-headed, even to the point you’re afraid you might pass out? You’re not...

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Life Transitions—Adapting to Change

Life Transitions—Adapting to Change

Transitions are a natural and inevitable part of life. While many of us fear change, the reality is change is often very positive. We all know, life is about change. You could be downsizing your home for all the right reasons — dear friends could be moving closer to...

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7 Ways to Put Technology to Work for You

7 Ways to Put Technology to Work for You

Of the many things we have learned during the pandemic, one of the most beneficial is how to use technology to stay active, stay in touch and stay healthy even when we have to stay at home. The opportunities are endless—from online classes and book clubs to virtual...

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Take Charge of Your Future

Take Charge of Your Future

None of us likes to think there will ever be a time when we won’t be able to make decisions for ourselves, but advance planning will make it much easier if that time does come. Just think about it for a moment. If you were to become seriously ill or injured, would...

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Safe Outdoor Activities for Seniors

Safe Outdoor Activities for Seniors

Getting outside and staying active is vital to our health and well-being, even when the weather isn’t the warmest. We have assembled some tips to help you get all the benefits of outdoor exercise and fresh air in the colder months—safely. The physical and mental...

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This February, Show Your Heart Some Love

This February, Show Your Heart Some Love

Life certainly has taken us on some twists and turns these past few years, making it easy to forget important things like taking care of ourselves. At McLean, we value an individual’s overall wellness and want to ensure residents have every opportunity to thrive....

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Tips on Finding Balance as a Caretaker

Tips on Finding Balance as a Caretaker

If you’re caring for aging parents while also raising your own family or supporting adult children (and even grandchildren), finding ways to care for yourself is essential. With people living longer and record numbers of adult children moving back home during the...

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