Jewish Community Housing Corporation of Metropolitan NJ

  If you are caring for a loved one who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, you know how stressful and emotionally taxing your position can be. Due to its progressive nature, your loved one is going to become more and more dependent on your care, so it’s important you have a strong support network for yourself and other family caregivers. Here is some helpful advice for dealing with this challenging time from our  memory care team in Morris County, NJ : Know the disease:  While most people know what Alzheimer’s disease is in general terms, it’s important for you and your family to understand all the details behind the condition. Speak to your doctor about the various stages of the disease, how it progresses and what symptoms to look for so that you are well prepared for any challenges ahead. Join a support group:  For many caregivers and their families, a local Alzheimer’s support group allows you to get essential respite, talk about your concerns and receive comfort from peop

  Moving into an assisted living community like  Lester Senior Living in NJ  is a big transition for any senior. While the move is in everyone’s best interest and will give your loved one a much better quality of life, it’s important to remember that it can become overwhelming for your family member. Knowing what to pack for the move is a good way to prepare ahead of time and keep this change a positive and enjoyable one. Home decor and furnishings  Our assisted living apartments are designed to be as spacious, safe and easy-to-navigate as they are comfortable, but nothing will settle your loved one as quickly as their familiar home comforts. After measuring your furniture and reviewing the floor plan, you can move in the following: Favorite home furniture, including a comfortable sofa, chairs, coffee tables and more. Don’t forget to include chairs for guests and visitors. Kitchenware, including dishes, storage containers, glasses and cutlery. If you choose to utilize pre-prepared meal

  There’s nothing like fresh fish served up on the grill for summer. Mahi-mahi, a delicately flavored, savory, white fish with a meaty flesh, is a perfect candidate grilling-up moist and delicious. When selecting mahi-mahi for the grill, look for the thicker center cut portion towards the head versus the thinner tail end. Although frozen will certainly do, fresh will yield a much better result! If this is your first time grilling mahi-mahi, don’t worry – this  recipe from our chefs at Lester Senior Living  is easy to follow and above all, delicious! Ingredients: mahi-mahi filets[/caption] 2, 6 ounce mahi-mahi filets (total 12 ounces) Marinade: 1 peeled and finely diced shallot ½ bunch finely chopped cilantro leaves (no stems) ½ teaspoon salt dash of ground white pepper dash of ground cumin dash of ground coriander zest and juice of 1 lime, combined with 1 tablespoon olive oil Grilling Directions for Mahi-Mahi: Combine all marinade ingredients and mix thoroughly. Rub marinade on both si

  There are many reasons behind the choice to move to an independent living community. Most of them depend on mom or dad’s current health status and lifestyle requirements. This type of lifestyle is typically desired by aging adults who are relatively healthy and need minimal to no support in order to complete daily activities. What makes this option so attractive? Here are the reasons we most often hear at  Lester Independent Living in Whippany, NJ : Maintaining independence  – Independent living communities are designed to keep seniors as independent as possible for as long as possible, allowing your loved one to maintain the lifestyle they prefer. In these communities, most of the support is aimed at reducing stress (maintenance, housekeeping and meals, among others) in order to give mom or dad more time to spend on the pursuits they love. Staying active  – Most seniors really value having a physically active life and would like to  stay mobile for as long as possible . Independent