Eat Your Peas & Carrots! The Importance of Good Nutrition at Every Age
Posted on 2 January 2019 by jchcorp.
Even the most active of older adults may find it difficult to keep up with creating and eating nutritious meals. There are many reasons, such as trouble chewing, decreased sense of taste or smell, dietary restrictions due to physical conditions, medication side effects, mobility issues (hard to shop or cook), or feeling isolated or lonely. Read More…
A Chance to Plant the Seeds for Future Generations of Our Seniors
Posted on 13 December 2018 by jchcorp.
With the calendar year ending and tax planning on many people’s minds, it’s a good time to remind our residents, their families and our supporters about JCHC’s Circle of Life legacy giving program. This philanthropic opportunity enables anyone to make an after-lifetime gift to the JCHC that will support our future residents’ needs and enrich Read More…
Winter Wellness & Safety Tips for Older Adults
Posted on 13 November 2018 by jchcorp.
The winter months are here—with cold temperatures, dry air, and snow and ice. Here are some tips to help seniors stay safe and well this season. Home safety. Smoke and CO2 detectors are essential when windows are shut tight. If you use a space heater, turn it off when you leave. Protect against indoor trip Read More…
How Person-Centered Care can Alleviate Sundowning in People with Dementia
Posted on 11 October 2018 by jchcorp.
If you have a loved one with dementia, you may have seen or dealt with the issue of sundowning—problems sleeping or increases in behavioral problems that start at dusk (sundown) and can last into the night. Sundowning usually peaks in the middle stages of Alzheimer’s and other dementias and eventually diminishes as the disease progresses. Read More…
When it’s Time for a Change—and Assisted Living
Posted on 14 September 2018 by jchcorp.
Many older adults wish to maintain their independence for as long as possible, remaining in their home. However, as we age, this often becomes potentially dangerous for many seniors without taking certain precautions or without help (as well as increasingly challenging). For older adults who need help in the house, companion services or home health Read More…
The Benefits of In-Town Independent Living at Village Apartments
Posted on 17 August 2018 by jchcorp.
Imagine having a range of activities to indulge in right at home . . . yet be just blocks away from a quaint walking downtown with plenty to see and do, and town conveniences close by. It’s the type of retirement living many older adults are seeking today, in a rental community that offers programs, Read More…
Tips for Seniors on Staying Safe in Summer Heat
Posted on 6 July 2018 by jchcorp.
As June came to an end, much of the United States was stuck in an oppressive heat wave; in fact, cities as far north as Montreal were experiencing extreme heat and humidity. Being the summer, this won’t be the last heat wave. Exposure to heat can result in heat-related illnesses, especially for seniors, whose bodies Read More…
Tips for Helping Your Older Loved Ones Navigate Memory Loss
Posted on 13 June 2018 by jchcorp.
How many times has this happened to you? You’re watching your favorite TV show when you suddenly remember you’ve left something in the bedroom and run upstairs during the commercial, only to forget why you went there. Sound familiar? Everyone experiences a brain freeze or a “senior moment” on occasion, forgetting why you came into Read More…
Maximizing Comfort For Seniors With Dementia
Posted on 15 May 2018 by jchcorp.
Caregivers of seniors with dementia—whether family members, home health aides or caregivers in long-term care settings—are learning more about person-centered care, the model of care we use in the Memory Care Suite at Lester Senior Housing Community. Person-centered care is just that—it centers on the person, putting what he or she wants or needs first Read More…
The Benefits of Music for Individuals with Dementia
Posted on 19 April 2018 by jchcorp.
Music has so many benefits for people of all ages and abilities. It makes us smile, sing along, and sometimes, cry. It is undeniable that music triggers emotional and often, physical responses in us in ways few other modalities do. Think of how music affects you. Do you find yourself tapping your toes or swaying Read More…
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