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The Importance of Social Events in Assisted Living

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  When researching assisted living communities, most of us prioritize important things such as the size of the residential apartments, services offered, quality of care and costs. However, social interaction plays a crucial role in the  quality of life of assisted living residents . Lester Senior Living in Morris County is dedicated to providing residents with the opportunity to lead a fulfilling life and here’s why: Strengthen relationships:  Having a social circle that embraces different activities out of your loved one’s comfort zone will help them to build new relationships and strengthen established ones. Your loved one’s friends in assisted living will keep them in touch, busy and enjoying life in a community setting. Mental stimulation:  Interacting socially with a range of people through different activities provides essential mental stimulation which is key to a healthy, functional brain. Studies show stimulation has been known to help reduce mental decline,...