Memory loss is in the news again lately, with the announcement by Hollywood actor Chris Hemingsworth, otherwise known as “Thor” in the Marvel Universe, that he will take a break from acting to spend more time with his family. The announcement comes after Chris received results of genetic testing that revealed he has a particular hereditary gene combination that makes him 8 to 10 times more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease. Chris wasn’t entirely surprised as his father already suffers from the disease. Despite the news, Chris is determined to stay in shape and avail himself of all the knowledge medical science has to offer, with regard to preventing or postponing the disease. It’s a stark reminder that many things contribute to cognitive impairment and that aging is not always the cause of an impaired memory. It may be time to gain a better understanding of memory loss disorders, especially, if you have a senior loved one who is contemplating the move into a professional memory care facility. Our advanced memory care team in Morris County has put together some important things to understand about the causes, signs and ways to avoid memory loss. Memory disorder causes A general decline in cognitive and neural function as we get older is normal. This is because as the brain ages, it produces fewer neurotransmitters. Also, the hippocampus which aids in the memory process, also begins to deteriorate over time. These changes in the aging brain are very gradual, so we may not notice we’re having problems with memory or our ability to think until much later in life. However, aging is not always the cause of impaired memory. Memory disorders and memory loss can also be triggered by high blood pressure, sleep deprivation, nutritional deficiencies, thyroid problems, substance abuse, medication, head injury, stroke, depression and stress. The good news is that a memory disorder caused by these factors can be remediated and the symptoms managed until memory function is almost fully restored. Signs of Memory Loss It’s important to be aware of the most common signs of memory loss in your loved one, especially as they often cause complications to their daily routines. If your loved one is frequently experiencing a number of the signs listed below, please don’t hesitate to have them professionally evaluated and diagnosed.
Avoiding memory disorders Being mindful of these particular triggers can help you avoid or restore memory loss that stems from these factors. For example:
Professional Memory Care in Morris County At Lester Senior Living, we put safety and individualized care at the forefront of everything we do. Our dedicated memory caregivers understand that memory disorders—like the seniors who suffer from them—are all unique. This is why our Memory Care Suite provides an individualized approach to each residents’ memory care, based on the Comfort Matters® philosophy of holistic dementia care. Our memory care providers focus on each resident’s particular needs at all times, to help them foster more meaningful connections with family and friends. With this care method in place, along with dementia-safe living spaces, each memory care resident can experience a better quality of life here at Lester Senior Living. To learn more about our professional memory care in Morris County, please visit our website at: https://jchcorp.org The original blog is posted on- https://jchcorp.org/understanding-causes-signs-and-ways-to-avoid-memory-loss/
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Food tells the story of our people, and doughnuts are no exception. These delicious, fried dough treats date back all the way to Jews in the New World. Sufganiyot – doughnuts filled with fruit jam filling and sprinkled with sugar – are the signature food of Hanukkah since 1920. Why? Because the Israeli Labor Federation declared them so, and we’re so glad they did because it’s what we look forward to most this holiday.
If you are looking to make classic Sufganiyot with a little less oil and clean-up, the chefs at JCHC have got you covered with this air-fryer recipe! Sufganiyot Ingredients:
Come celebrate Hanukkah with mom at our warm and inviting senior living campus in Whippany. Our beloved chefs at Lester look forward to serving traditional recipes to commemorate this holiday with residents and their families. For more information about our food and dining options for seniors in Whippany NJ, please come visit us for lunch or visit our website at: https://jchcorp.org The original blog is posted on - https://jchcorp.org/the-best-dessert-for-hanukkah-doughnuts/ If your loved one has recently moved into an assisted living community, you can still celebrate Hanukkah together – especially if they moved into one of the facilities under the Jewish Community Housing Corporation. One of the greatest benefits of moving into senior living in the Jewish tradition, is keeping all the traditions you know and love going. Here are some ways we are going to celebrate Hanukkah this year with our residents at Lester Senior Living.
Annual Hanukkah Party. Hosted in the Weston Lobby, our annual Hanukkah party is always a big hit amongst the residents – and staff as well! We’re still finalizing the details, but every Hanukkah party always has live entertainment by the TKlez Band, dancing, and delicious, traditional staple foods like Sufganiyot doughnuts – yum. Hanukkah Crafts. Our wonderful Community Life Coordinator, Keisha, hosts an annual Hanukkah crafts class where residents can create a signature piece of decor or symbol that is traditional to this holiday, like Menorahs or dreidels. Speaking of dreidels… Dreidel Tournament. “Dreidel, dreidel, dreidel, with dreidel WE shall play!” A good, old fashioned competition is always welcome here at Lester Senior Living, especially a festive one like this. The winner may just have a special prize in store! Cooking Club: Making Latkes. Hanukkah just isn’t complete without some warm, crispy latkes! For those who may not know, Lester Senior Living has many activity clubs, some even started by the residents themselves. Cooking club is one of our more popular clubs at our assisted living facility, so of course it’s a no-brainer to have a seasonal class to make latkes for Hanukkah. Give our signature latke recipe a test run, you won’t regret it! Shabbat, Maariv, Torah and More. Did you know that we have a chapel on site? Residents are welcome to join us for Shabbat every Friday in the chapel. We also host weekly Torah and Maariv services with our rabbi over Zoom. As we mentioned earlier, Hanukkah plans are still in the works, but there will always be a special service held in the chapel for this joyous holiday. If residents have family coming to visit, they are more than welcome to join us for Shabbat. Celebrating Hanukkah at our Assisted Living Facility in Morris County Hanukkah Sameach from all of us at the JCHC communities! If you’d like to know more about senior care in the Jewish tradition, or about how we are celebrating Hanukkah in assisted living, please call the team at Lester today. At our senior community in Morris County, we read the Torah, hold traditional services in the chapel and have Shabbat together every week. Although our traditions are deeply rooted in Judaism, all of our communities’ welcome seniors of all faiths and backgrounds. To learn more about Jewish holidays at our assisted living community in Morris County, NJ, please visit our website at: https://jchcorp.org/ The original blog is posted on - https://jchcorp.org/ways-to-celebrate-hanukkah-in-assisted-living/ It’s great to live independently as a senior, but it’s even greater when you choose a community where you can enjoy the finer things in life. Where you live should reflect who you are as a person. If you’re accustomed to a certain lifestyle, you shouldn’t have to give it up just because you’re downsizing to an independent living apartment. In this article, we’re going to debug any preconceived notions about apartment living for seniors and tell you why living at the Village in South Orange is nothing short of luxury.
Updated, Open Plan Living Spaces The newly renovated, luxury apartments at the Village have everything you could ever want in a smaller living space. Each apartment, whether you choose a 1 bedroom or studio, has an open floor plan which makes it more ideal to have family and friends over. Think about where everyone usually congregates in a house – the kitchen – and luckily each open concept kitchen is equipped with new stainless steel appliances and large peninsula countertop, perfect for cooking and entertaining. Other key luxury apartment features include energy-efficient LED lighting, custom-elevated bathroom vanity, walk-in shower and new laminate flooring throughout. “Location, Location, Location.” You have definitely heard this token phrase when it comes to looking at new property to buy or rent. There’s a reason this quote holds so much weight in real estate, and it’s because location is the only thing you cannot change about your investment. If you’re buying, you can always renovate your home or if you’re renting an apartment, you could redecorate each year – but one thing you could never do is pick up your living space and move it to a new location. Luckily, the Village apartments are nestled in the heart of the beautiful and thriving South Orange. We are only a few blocks away from the best local shopping, fine dining, the premier South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) and even hiking trails at the South Mountain Reservation. The Village Apartments are also conveniently located near the Garden State Parkway and public transportation to NYC. All You Could Need Under One Roof Being located near outdoor entertainment and other necessities is great, but it’s even greater to have everything you need under your own roof. This is exactly what you get when you choose independent living at the Village. It is not a standard apartment building by any means. Our building houses a state-of-the-art fitness center, lecture hall for educational classes, outdoor garden and patio seating to meet friends for a quick bite. We also have delicious meal plans available curated by culinary-trained chefs that adhere to any dietary restrictions or preferences like low-carb, low-sugar or even kosher. As a resident at Village, you are more than free to come and go as you please without worry, as there are security personnel on site 24 hours a day. No matter the time of day, there will always be a staff member on site to assist with any questions you may have about the many amenities offered here at Village. Independent Living for Seniors in South Orange NJ At the Village Apartments, our aim is to ensure that each of our independent living residents maintain their dignity, quality of life and independence. Our range of amenities, open plan living spaces and security measures help residents keep active, pursue new interests and most of all – have peace of mind in their new home. For more information about independent living in South Orange, visit our website at: https://jchcorp.org/ The original blog is posted on https://jchcorp.org/why-luxury-senior-living-at-the-village-apartments/ |
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