Selecting an assisted living community for your loved one is a challenging process. After all, it’s an important decision which places the care of mom or dad in the hands of people you do not know. Understandably, this is a major concern for a lot of children of senior parents. How do you know if you can trust an assisted living facility with your loved one? And more importantly, how do you know if you’re making the right choice for everyone involved? In this article, our care team at Lester Senior Living discusses four common mistakes that can easily be made while searching for an assisted living community, and how to avoid them:
Assisted living communities that prioritize independence At JCHC’s Lester Senior Living, we’re all about keeping seniors as independent as possible, while supporting them with personal care services to make their lives easier. Additionally, we are able to scale these services at any point if they require a higher level of care, including professional memory support for Alzheimer’s and dementia residents in our specialized memory care suites. We also offer social programs to encourage residents to get more involved with community life and make new friends along the way. The top priority at all JCHC communities is to ensure each resident gets the help and support they require to live a full and happy life with us. For more information about our senior living communities across New Jersey, please give us a call today or visit our website at: https://jchcorp.org Original content posted on https://jchcorp.org/mistakes-to-avoid-when-looking-for-assisted-living/
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Core strength exercises improve the fitness of the stomach, back, hips and pelvis. These muscles are important for improving balance and stability, as well as posture. For seniors, these exercises are a good way to help reduce risk of falls and make walking and other daily tasks much easier. Which, might we add, is key to retaining independence in your golden years. With that said, here are some easy core exercises for seniors from our independent living coordinators at JCHC.
Safety note: If you are unsure of how to do the exercises or require assistance in performing them correctly and safely, please speak to your doctor or physical therapist before attempting any new movements.
Fitness programs for independent seniors in New Jersey If your loved one in independent living would like to improve their quality of health and wellbeing through fitness, our dedicated team at Lester Senior Living is here to assist them. We have a community calendar filled each month with different fitness classes to satisfy every resident’s mobility, such as “Stretch & Flex,” “Sit and Be Fit” and “Cha Cha Chair Dancing” – just to name a few. Our trained instructors are ready to assist or modify each exercise for your loved one to ensure their safety is the top priority at all times. In addition to our fitness programs, our communities also offer more advanced senior care services like assisted living and memory support for those with Alzheimer’s and dementia. To learn more about our senior health and wellness programs in New Jersey, contact JCHC today or visit our website at: https://jchcorp.org Original content posted on https://jchcorp.org/core-strength-exercises-for-seniors/ Caregivers or children who are providing for senior parents, sometimes need the opportunity to take a break from the daily care of an elderly loved one. While respite care can be provided at home, there are many more benefits to having your loved one spend their respite stay in a senior living community. Especially if you and your loved one have already been toying around with the idea of moving into a senior community. Often the idea of a “short term stay” is an easier bridge for your loved one to cross, when broaching the subject of moving into a senior community. “Why don’t you just try it out Ma, while we’re on vacation for a couple weeks?” In this way, seniors will be able to experience the community first-hand without any long-term obligation. With respite care, family caregivers are relieved to know their loved one will be comfortable, entertained, and professionally cared for at all times, even more than if you hired a part time caregiver in the home.
So, how do you know when respite is needed? There is no right answer for this question, but here are the main reasons we hear most often from our respite care team in Morris County, NJ:
Compassionate respite care services in Morris County, NJ At JCHC’s Lester Senior Living, we’re dedicated to providing high quality respite services that deliver individualized care, companionship and many opportunities to socialize in a secure and nurturing environment. With a welcoming atmosphere, lively residents and staff members, and a calendar filled with extracurricular activities, your loved one will be in the best possible hands while enjoying their stay with us. In addition to respite services, we also offer independent living, assisted living and are able to offer memory care services to those with Alzheimer’s and dementia. For more information on Lester Senior Living and our additional senior care services, please contact us today to request a personal tour or visit our website at: https://jchcorp.org Original content posted on https://jchcorp.org/when-to-consider-respite-care/ We all can agree – there’s nothing that brings you back to life during the cold winter months like a good stew. If you’re in the mood for a wholesome beef stew recipe, perhaps even one you can serve your family during Hanukkah, the chefs at Lester Senior Living have just the right one for you. This kosher recipe is best made the day before if possible. Reheating the stew right before company comes over for Hanukkah dinner, calls for even better flavor!
Serves: 8-10. Cook Time: Approx. 2 hours Ingredients:
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Trying New Recipes at Lester Senior Living in NJ Our beloved chefs at Lester are always eager to try out new dishes that also accommodate the dietary restrictions of our senior living residents. Whether it’s a hearty beef stew or something more simple, there’s nothing they love more than perfecting new recipes and serving the residents in assisted living and independent living. For more information about food and customized meal plan options for seniors in Morris County, please contact us today or visit our website at: https://jchcorp.org Original content posted on https://jchcorp.org/beef-stew-recipe-for-hanukkah |
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