Jewish Community Housing Corporation of Metropolitan NJ

  In a fast-paced digital world where screens dominate our attention, reading remains an invaluable pastime. Regardless of age, reading holds a special place in our lives. However, seniors who read enjoy much more than some good stories. Engaging in reading, particularly through book clubs like the one at Lester Senior Living in New Jersey , not only sharpens their minds but also strengthens social connections. In this article, our community life coordinators at Lester will take a closer look at why reading is so important for older adults in particular.  Expanding Horizons and Cognitive Abilities. As we age, it becomes even more crucial to keep the mind active and agile. Reading serves as a powerful tool to stimulate the brain and enhance cognitive abilities. It helps seniors maintain mental clarity, memory retention, and critical thinking skills. Not to mention, exploring different genres opens up new horizons. Experimenting with complex narratives and challenging conce...

  Spending more time outdoors in the summer has its advantages for seniors. More natural exposure to vitamin D, more opportunities to be active and a healthy summer glow – as long as you take the proper precautions to protect your skin. As the warm sun rays beckon us outdoors, it is important to remember that older adults require extra care and attention when it comes to their skincare routine. With age, our skin becomes more vulnerable to damage from the sun’s harmful UV rays, dehydration, and other environmental factors. In this article, we will take a closer look at five essential summer skincare tips specifically tailored to seniors.  Shield your skin from the sun. The sun’s rays are strongest during the summer months, making it crucial for seniors to protect their skin from harmful UV radiation. Older adults should make it a habit to wear wide-brimmed hats, sunglasses, and lightweight, long-sleeved clothing to shield their skin from direct sunlight. Additionally, ap...

  We are well into summer here at Lester Senior Living! Which means we are always looking forward to going outside for more live entertainment, daily walks and of course – food. Especially getting together with family members onsite for a little BBQ. If you’d like to add a little bit of spice to your next family BBQ, we recommend trying this twist on the classic Israeli salad. Compliments to our culinary trained chefs from our senior living community in Morris County for this simple, no-cook salad that has a nice kick!  Serves 4-5 Ingredients for Salad: 3-4 Medium Israeli cucumbers (if you don’t have Israeli cucumbers, any type of cucumber will work just fine)  4 Roma tomatoes 1 Cup fresh cilantro  ½ Medium red onion 1-2 Jalapenos (depending on your spice level) ½ Cup extra virgin olive oil 1 Lemon  Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste How to Make Spicy Israeli Salad: First, prep your veggies! Clean the surfaces of the cucu...