Jewish Community Housing Corporation of Metropolitan NJ

Latkes are just like fresh baked chocolate chip cookies, there is no wrong time to have one. They are not reserved only for Hanukkah; they can be enjoyed all year long – even in the height of summer. At least that’s the philosophy we’re sticking to at  Lester Senior Living . If you’re in the mood for some summer latkes, our chefs in assisted living have an easy recipe for you to try. Don’t forget to share with someone you love “a latke.” Latkes Ingredients: 1 bag of shredded hash browns 1 zucchini 2 ears of corn with the kernels removed 2 eggs 3-4 tablespoons of whole wheat flour 2-3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil ½ teaspoon of kosher salt ¼ teaspoon of pepper 1 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream based on preference 1-2 teaspoons of your favorite herbs (recommended: basil, parsley, dill or mint) 1 teaspoon of lemon zest Latkes Instructions: 1.      Grab a large bowl, cutting board and grater and be

Let us paint a familiar picture for you. You’re watching your favorite show on Netflix when suddenly you remember that you left your drink in the kitchen. Naturally, you pause the show and make your way there. However, once you get to the kitchen – you completely forget why you decided to go there in the first place. This has happened to everyone at least once and is usually not a cause of grave concern. Everyone experiences a “senior moment” once in a while. It’s normal to forget why you came into a room, where you left your keys, or someone’s name here and there. Especially if you’re having a bad week. However, if you are noticing more serious memory loss or perhaps the early signs of dementia in your loved one, it can be concerning for everyone involved. If you are starting to wonder whether your mom or dad are in need of  memory care , our experts at JCHC put together a list of tell-tale signs to look for. Major changes in daily behavior.  Like we mentioned above, this is more

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 i

Managing medications for seniors can easily become complicated as the list of what they need to take each day grows. When more medications are added to the roster, there is more room for error. Especially when certain medications are taken together or the dosage is incorrect, there is more of a chance of developing harmful and lasting side effects. Making sure seniors are taking their medicines correctly keeps them safe, healthy and comfortable – and fortunately, there are easy fixes you can implement now to ensure they are on the right track. Our  experts at JCHC  have compiled a list of tips for managing your loved ones medications, so they can avoid adverse side effects and other health issues: 1.     Create a prescription list.  Make a list of all the prescriptions your loved one takes that includes the name, dosage, frequency, and why they take it. This will definitely help keep better track of your senior parent’s health. Another great idea is to give a copy of the list to anot

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: 4 cups of watermelon sliced into cubes 3 cups of fresh arugula 4 oz. of feta cheese crumbles Zest 1 whole lemon 1 tablespoon of lemon juice 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil ¼ cup of your favorite herb (some of our chef’s favorites are: basil, oregano, dill or fresh mint) Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste Directions: 1.     Grab a large bowl, ideal