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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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/ 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 Quality of life is one of the leading concerns for all of us as we age. While Desiderata may tell us to “Surrender gracefully, the things of youth…” frankly, we’d really rather not!
Still, when mom or dad’s health needs are changing, medical issues become more complicated, and day-to-day tasks are becoming more challenging, you’ll likely start to look into an assisted living community as an option for them. But is that really a better option for their quality of life than taking care of your loved one in their own home? What about your quality of life if you are an adult child doing the caregiving? Even hiring, managing and checking in on a part time or live-in caregiver can be stressful. In this article, our assisted living caregivers will discuss the ways in which assisted living actually enhances the quality of life for your loved one and their entire family.
Enjoy life to the fullest in assisted living There is a good argument to be made that moving your loved one to an assisted living community is an elevation of quality of life for the entire family. But it has to be a community that everyone can trust and believe in. We encourage you to consider visiting Lester Senior Living in Whippany, New Jersey to see for yourself what a modern, active assisted living community can be. We’re confident that you’ll find Lester is dedicated to maintaining the independence and dignity of your family members for as long as possible. Our assisted living care philosophy and social programs ensure residents receive the support and stimulation they need and they can be involved with the community at any level they are comfortable with. For more information about JCHC’s senior living options in New Jersey, please contact us today or visit our website at: https://jchcorp.og Original blog posted on https://jchcorp.org/assisted-living-quality-of-life Staying healthy isn’t just about living longer, it’s about living better too. Keeping active as we age is directly linked to maintaining our quality of life, as well as fighting mental and physical conditions that could limit our abilities. Unfortunately, it can become more and more of a challenge as we get older with family responsibilities, mobility issues, stress and lack of motivation. With that being said, our senior living teams at the JCHC communities have put together a list of tips to keep seniors healthy and motivated.
Lester Assisted Living, for a Healthy Life Lester is an assisted living community dedicated to helping older adults live full, happy and healthy lives. With an active community spirit, spacious apartments, great exercise programs and support services designed to maximize independence, we’re a welcoming space for seniors to really feel at home. For more information about our assisted living and senior exercise programs in NJ, please contact us today to schedule a tour or visit our website at: https://jchcorp.org Original blog posted on https://jchcorp.org/senior-health-tips-easy/ |
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