Fall is finally here! The leaves are changing, there is a crisp feeling in the air and it is time to indulge in all the foods classic to this season, like apples, pumpkins and butternut squash. If you’re planning to share a meal under the Sukkah, butternut squash soup is the perfect, fall comfort food. Especially if it is a chilly autumn day. This butternut squash soup is a favorite of our chefs and residents at JCHC’s Lester Senior Living. We highly recommend making extra because this soup can easily be reheated, and will be just as delicious to have again later in the week!
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Fall is one of our favorite seasons here at Lester because we get to enjoy seasonal comfort meals like butternut squash soup, honey apple cake and freshly baked challah. The culinary trained chefs at Lester Senior Living look forward to trying out even more new fall recipes for our assisted living and independent living residents. They always cook with fresh, in-season ingredients and provide many different options to satisfy different tastes, dietary preferences and even kosher needs. For more information about assisted living seniors dining in Morris County, NJ, please contact us today or visit our website at: https://jchcorp.org/ The original blog is posted at: https://jchcorp.org/butternut-squash-perfect-soup-for-fall/
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There are many reasons why someone chooses to live at a senior community. To make acceptance of the move as easy as possible, the senior living community in question should tick off all your boxes. Not all senior communities are created equal, and you will find that your loved one will not feel at home in every facility you visit. With that being said, our team at Lester Senior Living in Whippany, NJ has put together a list of what to look for when picking a senior living community.
How does the senior community help residents maintain their independence? Great senior living communities prioritize the independence of their residents. At Lester for instance, seniors in the independent living apartments are in a physically separate building with others of similar mental and physical acuity. Furthermore communities like Lester provide support with ADL’s (activities of daily living), i.e. daily chores like cooking, cleaning, managing medications and getting dressed for the day so its a step up from over 55 apartment living while still having an independent lifestyle.. With this support in place, your mom or dad has more time to pursue activities they truly want to do. Have they ever wanted to learn how to do crafts, paint, learn to dance, take extended learning courses, watch classic movies? All of these and much more are possible at Lester Independent Living. Does the senior community offer different levels of care? Nobody wants to move twice. What we’re getting at is, the transition to senior living should only be made once if you choose the right community that offers different levels of comprehensive care inside the same campus. This is why leading facilities, like Lester Senior Living, offer scalable services like independent living, assisted living and advanced memory care. This allows older adults to stay in the comfort of their own community, even if their care needs change. If a higher level of support like memory care is required, they can easily transition to a specialized wing at the same facility. Does the senior community offer different ways to be active? Staying active is key to maximizing your independence, and quality of life as a senior. Modern senior living communities understand this notion completely, and have stepped up to the plate in regards to the different activities they offer senior residents on a weekly – or even daily – basis. At Lester Senior Living, our activity directors create a calendar each month that highlights different activities, clubs and events taking place on site. Some of our crowd favorites include chair dancing, zumba and “stretch & flex.” We also have a dedicated fitness center on site that residents can frequent at any time if class isn’t in session. Active and Fulfilling Senior Living in Morris County, NJ Here at Lester Senior Living, our mission is to help each of our seniors maintain their independence, while receiving the necessary support they need. Assisted living supports can be scaled as necessary to accommodate your loved one’s personal and medical care needs. With more time to devote to their interests, your senior parents can take advantage of the many activities, clubs and special events we hold on a monthly basis. To learn more about active senior living in Morris County, please contact us today or visit our website at: https://jchcorp.org/ The original blog is posted on: https://jchcorp.org/what-to-look-for-when-picking-a-senior-living-community/ 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/ Let’s start by saying there is no wrong time to move into assisted living. However, choosing a certain time of the year can make the transition easier for everyone involved. For one, moving during the winter months can be tough due to all the holiday festivities going on. Not to mention, snow can make packing up boxes and traveling back and forth in the moving van a lot more difficult. If you and your senior loved ones are able to choose when to make the move, we have a few reasons why summer is the best time.
The weather goes according to plan. As we mentioned briefly above, there is no chance of snow during the summers to complicate traveling back and forth with moving boxes. More importantly, there’s no chance of ice to slip on. It’s also a lot warmer outside during the summer months, so there’s less chance of a common cold or flu throwing a wrench in the mix. Longer days to take advantage of. When the days are longer, and the sun is shining, most people tend to be more productive. Which means it’s a great time to take on a large, time-consuming task like moving. It could also be more cost effective to make the move in a full day, with moving trucks often being rented by the hour. It will feel like a long day for sure, but will be well worth it to get it all done in one shot. The best time to sell, sell, sell. With the current seller’s market still going strong and more people taking time off for vacation, summer is the best time for mom and dad to get the most bang for their buck on their house. Take advantage of all the action! It’s a great time to jump right into community life since many events and activities onsite are being held outdoors. At Lester Senior Living, there are many fun, outdoor activities to take part in each month. Some of our crowd favorites include “The Garden Club,” “Iced Tea and Cookies on The Patio,” “Stretch & Flex” and “Yoga with Kim.” Assisted Living for Seniors in NJ At our community in Morris County NJ, we offer a wide range of care services for aging seniors in a secure and welcoming environment. Designed to enhance independence, our lively social calendar is updated monthly with different activities to appeal to every resident. Some of our most popular activities include movie nights, trivia challenges, and JCHC University Classes. For more information about our assisted living and independent living communities in NJ, call us today or visit our website at: https://jchcorp.org Original blog is available on: https://jchcorp.org/why-summer-is-the-best-time-of-year-to-move-to-assisted-living/ |
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