When winter arrives, it brings colder temperatures, icy conditions, and shorter days. For many older adults – and the families who love them – this season can come with added concerns about safety, health, and…
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Why Now is the Perfect Time to Move into Assisted Living
Spring is a season of renewal, growth, and fresh starts—making it the perfect time to transition into an Assisted Living community. If you or a loved one have been considering the move to join an…
Starting the Conversation About Assisted Living
The idea of moving to assisted living can raise a variety of emotions for an individual – hesitation, resistance, fear – making it challenging to talk about it with someone you love. This is why…
Socializing in Senior Living: The Opportunities are Endless
Whether we think of ourselves as introverts, extroverts, or a combination of the two, we all still need some type of socialization. It is a major contributing factor to our mental and emotional health, and…
The Meaning Behind the Purple Heart
Also known as the Badge of Military Merit, the Purple Heart is our nation’s oldest military award that is still presented to service members today. You have likely seen one before, but perhaps you were…
Take a Day to Get Away: Short Trips from Anniston, Alabama
There are days when you just want to get away. To leave all your responsibilities and break up your daily routine with something different. While an extended vacation might be nice, it is not always…
Healthy Aging & the Role that Socialization Plays
Socialization is important; it does not matter the stage of life. During adolescence, we learn and understand how to successfully communicate and socialize. As we age, we use this knowledge to interact with classmates and…
3 Reasons to Live at McClellan Senior Living
Where you live and choose to call “home” matters. Home is the place where you are free to be the truest form of yourself. It is where you feel like you belong and is the…
Wisdom & Advice from McClellan Senior Living’s Veterans
Since our all-inclusive senior living community in Anniston, Alabama, resides on the grounds of former Fort McClellan, we have a special place in our hearts for veterans and members of the armed forces. We understand…
Seniors Can Stay Connected by Staying On Top of Communication Technology
Human beings thrive in relationships, and those who live in isolation tend to experience a lower quality of life than those who routinely interact with others. Personal connection is especially essential for the physical and mental well-being…