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What is Purim and How is it Celebrated?
While many Jewish holidays have pretty serious religious underpinnings, Purim, coming up on February 25th, is one of the most joyous and fun of the
How to Make Delicious Hamantaschen Cookies Before Purim
For many Jewish families, Purim wouldn’t be complete without Hamantaschen or the “triangle cookies” that are a traditional part of the holiday. These staple cookies
6 Winter Wellness and Safety Tips for Seniors
The winter months are here—with cold temperatures, dry air, snow and ice. Although we love the sight of fresh snow, it’s important that your senior
American Heart Month: Tips to Avoid Heart Disease
American Heart Month, a federally recognized event, is a great reminder for Americans to focus on their hearts. Heart awareness in a time of COVID-19
JCHC Honors National Holocaust Remembrance Day
Today, January 27, 2021, we remember all 6 million Jewish victims of the Holocaust and the 11 million additional innocent victims of the Nazi regime.
Classic Challah Bread Recipe
Hey it’s almost Friday! Which means it’s time for a classic Challah bread recipe. Check out this recipe that came from our friend, Abi in
Trends and Benefits of Technology for Seniors
Seniors—a generation that’s seen telephones become palm-sized devices and computers go from filling a room to fitting in a pouch—are using today’s technology in many
Winter Exercise Tips for Seniors
We all need exercise at any age, and the National Institute of Aging recommends at least 30 minutes of vigorous activity in your routine every
Making the Transition to a Retirement Community
Moving from your long-time home to a retirement community brings about a lot of change which can be difficult for many people. Leaving the place
National Assisted Living Week: Assisted Living with Creative Flair
National Assisted Living Week (NALW) takes place every September and at Lester Senior Living, our residents embrace it with great enthusiasm. We celebrated every day
Pet Therapy Brings Comfort and Joy to Seniors
There are many benefits of canine therapy in for seniors. While people often think of the furry therapists as visiting hospitals, rehab centers and nursing
Tips for Seniors to Maintain a Healthy Blood Pressure
High blood pressure (also called hypertension) is a common issue—and major health problem—among many older adults. High blood pressure can lead to other dangerous conditions
