Latkes are just like fresh baked chocolate chip cookies, there is no wrong time to have one. They are not reserved only for Hanukkah; they can be enjoyed all year long – even in the height of summer. At least that’s the philosophy we’re sticking to at Lester Senior Living. If you’re in the mood for some summer latkes, our chefs in assisted living have an easy recipe for you to try. Don’t forget to share with someone you love “a latke.”
Latkes Ingredients:
The culinary trained chefs at Lester Senior Living look forward to trying out new recipes for our assisted living and independent living residents. They cook with only the freshest ingredients and provide many diverse options to satisfy different tastes, dietary preferences and kosher needs. For more information about dining options for seniors in Morris County, NJ, please contact us today: (973) 240-5015. To learn more about our senior dining schedule and what life is really like at Lester Senior Living, please visit our website at: https://jchcorp.org/ The original blog is posted on https://jchcorp.org/summer-latkes-happened-so-fast/
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Let us paint a familiar picture for you. You’re watching your favorite show on Netflix when suddenly you remember that you left your drink in the kitchen. Naturally, you pause the show and make your way there. However, once you get to the kitchen – you completely forget why you decided to go there in the first place. This has happened to everyone at least once and is usually not a cause of grave concern. Everyone experiences a “senior moment” once in a while. It’s normal to forget why you came into a room, where you left your keys, or someone’s name here and there. Especially if you’re having a bad week.
However, if you are noticing more serious memory loss or perhaps the early signs of dementia in your loved one, it can be concerning for everyone involved. If you are starting to wonder whether your mom or dad are in need of memory care, our experts at JCHC put together a list of tell-tale signs to look for. Major changes in daily behavior. Like we mentioned above, this is more than the occasional brain freeze. The changes in your loved one’s behavior should be very dramatic and indicative that they are not themselves. For example, your mom starts declining invitations to go out and becomes very withdrawn, when she is usually a social butterfly. Other common behavioral changes that are linked to memory disorders are feeling very anxious and becoming easily irritated. Unhealthy living conditions. Upkeep is a normal part of life, and a part that requires a sound memory. If you start to notice your loved one is letting trash pile up, forgetting to pay the bills, not remembering to shower or brush their teeth – these are signs that shouldn’t be taken lightly. Forgetting regular hygiene and home maintenance is unhealthy and is indicative that your loved one needs assistance on a daily basis. Unsafe home environment. A tell-tale sign of dementia that you’ve probably heard of is wandering. This can become especially dangerous if your loved one lives home alone. If your loved one has wandered away from their home and has gotten lost, this is a sign that they are no longer safe living alone. Incontinence. This can become a very unsanitary problem for your loved one, even if they have a sole caregiver. Incontinence is a huge task to take on alone. If your loved one is at the point where they are not remembering to go to the bathroom, they require the help of trained staff in a memory care unit. The main caregiver is overwhelmed. As mentioned above, there are behavioral and other health changes that develop when a loved one is battling a memory disorder. Often, these issues can become too overwhelming for one caregiver to take on. Especially if the caregiver has a family and career of their own to worry about. If your senior parent’s needs are becoming too much to handle, it’s time to consider the professional support of a memory care facility. Advanced Memory Care in Morris County, NJ At Lester Senior Living, seniors in the memory care unit keep both their minds and bodies active with our specialized care. They listen to music, do arts and crafts, and engage in cognitive exercises with other memory care residents, like Scrabble and Bridge. Our caregivers understand the challenges that come with memory disorders and treat each resident in a comforting environment where their care needs are addressed at all times. For more information about professional memory care in Morris County, New Jersey, contact us today for visit our website at: https://jchcorp.org/ The original blog is posted on: https://jchcorp.org/5-signs-your-senior-parent-needs-memory-care/ Moving to a thriving senior community is a great idea, any time of the year. However, with summer coming to an end and fall quickly approaching, now is an ideal time to plan a move into assisted living. The weather is just starting to cool down and you miss the mad dash of people wanting to get in before the summer ends. In this article, we’ll go over the reasons, obvious or not, why fall is the best time to move into an assisted living facility.
No more heat! Who wants to move boxes back and forth while dripping sweat? No one, that’s who. Not to mention, many seniors are sensitive to high heat and humidity. With seniors being at a greater risk of heat exhaustion, the moderate temperatures in the fall are more than ideal for making a big move. The grandkids are back at school. What does this have to do with moving to assisted living? Well, everything really! With the grandkids back at school, the kids of senior parents have more time available to help them plan, organize and move into assisted living. This is crucial because moving is too much work to take on alone. It truly takes a village to ensure any move goes smoothly. Perfect time to join outdoor activities. Since fall weather is cooler, it’s a great time to get involved with the many events and activities that take place outside. At Lester Senior Living, there are many fun, outdoor activities to participate in every month. Some of our residents’ favorite activities are “The Garden Club,” “Iced Tea and Cookies on The Patio,” “Stretch & Flex” and “Yoga with Kim.” Settle in right before the holidays begin. If your loved one moves in at the beginning of fall, they have ample time to set up their space, establish daily routines and make new friends before the holiday season. This is important because the holidays are all about celebrating with the ones you love at home. By the time winter approaches, your loved one will feel comfortable in their new home and have the opportunity to decorate their new space with holiday decor – right in time to have friends and family come visit for dinners and gift exchanging. Assisted Living Community for Seniors in Morris County At Lester Senior Living, we offer a wide range of personal care services, amenities and fun activities for seniors in Morris County. Some of our most popular activities include (but are not limited to) movie nights, trivia challenges, and JCHC University Classes. We always welcome suggestions for new activities and events because we truly want each resident to enjoy themselves and feel like Lester is their home. For more information about our assisted living services in Morris County NJ, call a member of our team today or visit our website at: https://jchcorp.org/ The original blog is posted on: https://jchcorp.org/why-fall-is-the-best-time-of-year-to-move-to-assisted-living/ Managing medications for seniors can easily become complicated as the list of what they need to take each day grows. When more medications are added to the roster, there is more room for error. Especially when certain medications are taken together or the dosage is incorrect, there is more of a chance of developing harmful and lasting side effects. Making sure seniors are taking their medicines correctly keeps them safe, healthy and comfortable – and fortunately, there are easy fixes you can implement now to ensure they are on the right track. Our experts at JCHC have compiled a list of tips for managing your loved ones medications, so they can avoid adverse side effects and other health issues:
At our assisted living communities in NJ, staff members are available every day to support residents in any way they need. Whether it’s getting dressed for the day or managing multiple medications, our compassionate staff is ready and willing to lend a helping hand at all hours of the day. To learn our assisted living services and safe medication management for seniors in NJ, please give us a call today or visit our website at: https://jchcorp.org/ The original blog is posted on: https://jchcorp.org/medication-management-tips-for-proper-senior-safety/ Most may think watermelons should be eaten alone, in slices, after a hot summer day. But have you tried adding them to your salad? It may sound strange, but sometimes the best experiences come from something unexpected. Trust us on this one – our residents at Lester Senior Living love our chef’s simple watermelon salad with feta and arugula. Not only is this summer salad easy to prepare, but it’s also one of the most refreshing dishes to bring to an end of summer BBQ with your family and friends.
Serves 6 | Total Time to Make: 15 minutes Ingredients:
The independent living residents at Lester have the option to eat in our spacious dining room for breakfast, lunch and dinner every single day if they’d like! The chefs at Lester understand that some residents may have dietary restrictions or kosher preferences and will gladly make any changes necessary to ensure resident satisfaction. Our independent living residents enjoy a variety of cuisines, ranging from a comfort meal like matza ball soup to a refreshing watermelon feta salad. For more information about how we’re helping seniors to eat healthy in Morris County, NJ, please give us a call today – we’d love to have you over for lunch! You could also visit our website to learn more about what full independent lifestyles look like at Lester Senior Living: https://jchcorp.org/ The original blog is posted on: https://jchcorp.org/refreshing-summer-salad-and-its-probably-not-what-youre-expecting/ |
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