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Getting dressed in the morning helps us all feel more mentally prepared to take on the day. This reigns even more true for seniors. Remember mom and dad come from a time when men primarily wore suits and women chose between a dress or skirt. Dressing up for the day helps seniors feel more confident, and when older adults feel more confident – they become more social with the people around them. However, it can be difficult for some seniors to get dressed in the morning due to mobility limitations or memory loss. If you’re a caregiver who is new to getting your loved one dressed, here are some tips to make the process easier for everyone involved. Encourage independence whenever possible.  One of the fundamental aspects of caregiving is promoting independence. It’s important to encourage seniors to do as much as they can for themselves, respecting their abilities and preferences. Provide choices when it comes to clothing options, allowing them to maintain their personal style. This ...

Being a caregiver for your senior loved one isn’t an easy job, and in most cases it isn’t your only job. If you balance work, kids and being a caregiver for your loved one, it’s really a matter of when you’ll become burnt out, not if. If you’re feeling completely exhausted physically or mentally more often than not, it’s time to make a change for the better. That being said, our  senior caregivers in Morris County  have a few useful tips to help you manage it all, including a respite care option that could really benefit both your senior loved one and you.  Take Care of Yourself.  One of the most important things you can do as a caregiver is to take care of yourself. You’re no good to anyone if you’re not good to yourself, period. Eat a healthy diet, exercise regularly, get enough sleep, and take breaks when you need them. Taking care of yourself will help you stay energized, positive, and better able to handle the challenges of caregiving for a senior.  Fi...

Summer is here! Which means it’s time for you to take the summer vacation you’ve been dreaming of…. We’re sensing some hesitation on your end. If you’re concerned about who will take care of mom or dad while you’re gone – don’t worry, we have a solution: respite care. If you’re unfamiliar with this type of senior care service, let us break it down for you. Respite care is designed to give full-time caregivers a break from their duties on an as-needed basis. It can be administered circumstantially, i.e. until you get back from vacation or you can opt for respite services a few times a week – whichever option best works for you and your loved one. If you’re still unsure about respite care, our  respite care team in Morris County, NJ  has compiled a list of the greatest advantages of the respite care program at Lester Senior Living. Your loved one will reside in a full-furnished apartment.  Equipped with a refrigerator, microwave and standard in-house cable s...

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...

  Everyone deserves a vacation – especially senior caregivers. Juggling multiple responsibilities along with caring for your senior parent can be exhausting without the occasional break. If this sounds like you, now is the time to consider  respite care at Lester Senior Living . Not to mention, respite can be an effective way to broach the subject of assisted living to mom. In this article, we’ll cover what respite care entails and how it is provided to our residents at our senior community in Morris County, NJ.  What is respite care? Respite care gives you the opportunity to take a temporary break from your senior caregiving duties. It’s completely up to you to determine how long respite care will last for mom. It can be arranged for a week or up to several weeks at our assisted living community. At Lester, you won’t need to worry about mom’s safety, care or socialization while you are away! When planning for your much-deserved getaway, we recommend keeping mom in the lo...