The Chelsea At Manalapan The Chelsea At Manalapan, specializing in assisted living, memory impairment and respite care in Manalapan, offers the very best of town and country assisted living. Fine shopping and dining are literally at the front door, surrounded by beautiful views of peaceful countryside and farmland. Step outside and relax under the covered porch in a comfortable rocking chair while taking in the scenery. The assisted living residents enjoy as much independence as they desire while receiving help with activities of daily living such as grooming, dressing and medication management. The residence has the feel of a country home with an inviting living room, elegant dining room and lounge areas that encourage friendly conversation. In the Country Cottage, residents with Alzheimer’s or other memory impairments receive 24-hour assistance as needed in a safe, secure environment featuring its own dining and activity rooms.And for those visitors who need a break from caregiving or would just like a little vacation from a busy world, the Respite Program offers short stays in private apartments with all the amenities and services enjoyed by the residents.The Chelsea at Manalapan has earned Advanced Standing from the National Center for Assisted Living, a ranking reflective of a commitment to high performance standards.The Chelsea currently enjoys a zero deficiency rating from the New Jersey Department of Health and has for the past three years. It is the highest rating available for assisted living communities.At the Chelsea At Manalapan, love, laughter and warmth come standard with every suite.The goal is to maximize the quality of life of residents through individualized support and appropriate health care services. Chelsea Senior Living encourages independence and freedom of choice in an environment that protects each resident’s privacy.The Chelsea at Manalapan is located at 445 Route 9 south. For more information, call 732-972-6200 or visit www.chelseaseniorliving.com.
Michael V. Grandi and David L. Hernanez, of Waitt Funeral Home and Old Bridge Funeral Home 
Kate Shepard accepts the Excellence in Leadership Award for her role as executive director and administrator at Reformed Church Home. The award was presented by Leading Age NJ, a state-wide organization representing not-for-profit senior living communities. Arthritis help is on the way! Dr. Christopher Russo of Infinity Health and Wellness in Farmingdale is now using the latest techniques to alleviate symptoms associated with arthritis and degenerating discs.This innovative procedure is a gentle, noninvasive technique that requires no drugs or surgery. What type of arthritis does this technique help? The most common type of arthritis affecting the spine is osteo arthritis. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative, non-inflammatory arthritis. It is often called “wear and tear” arthritis because it happens when the joint begins to wear out.This type of arthritis usually affects people in their 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond. Osteoarthritis can stem from a trauma, fall or car accident that happened several years earlier or from repetitive wear on the joints.This wear and tear causes damage to the disc between the vertebrae and the nerves. Instead of the disc and the cartilage acting like a cushion between the vertebrae, it flattens out and there is less room for the nerves to exit the spinal column. Therefore, many people with this condition suffer from low back pain that radiates to their legs, or neck pain that radiates to their arms.What does the treatment feel like? It feels like a gentle stretch of the spine. It can be applied to the neck, mid or lower back depending on where the arthritis or degeneration is. It also works great for people with herniated or bulging discs. Most people say this treatment feels great and gets great results.Anyone interested in finding out if they are a candidate for this treatment can contact Dr. Russo at Infinity Health and Wellness 732-919-7777.The office is located at 58 Main St. in Farmingdale. Infinity Health and Wellness is a full-service wellness center offering advanced chiropractic care, physical therapy, acupuncture and massage therapy. Dr. Russo will offer a complimentary consultation for anyone interested in finding out if this gentle adjusting technique can help.
Reformed Church Home … family caring for family. That’s not just something they say. It’s their defining difference.When families come to Reformed Church Home for help, they welcome them as one of their own. The kind-hearted professionals are dedicated to providing personal attention and compassion, and are a major reason the community consistently receives recognition for outstanding care … awards such as Providigm’s National Embracing Quality Award, consistent five-star quality of care ratings from The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, outstanding annual surveys from the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, and Best Assisted Living Community in Middlesex County for the past three years.Assisted living at Reformed Church Home offers personalized services in a comfortable, family-like atmosphere. Maintaining resident independence and personal choice are always priorities. Every day, residents enjoy a wide variety of social, cultural, and faith-based activities. Should health needs change, assisted living residents receive priority admission to the long-term nursing center, a comforting option at a challenging time. Following an acute hospital stay, individuals requiring rehabilitation will appreciate the on-site team of board-registered physical, occupational, and speech therapists. Individualized programs are offered seven days a week and are conducted in a large, bright, state-of-the-art gym.The highly-rated skilled nursing center at Reformed Church Home provides complete and personalized care in a compassionate, respectful environment.The professional team members take the time to get to know each resident and their family, so they can work together to provide the best care possible. Respite stays are available for both assisted living and skilled nursing.Whatever the need may be, respite care at Reformed Church Home may be an option, from a trial visit, to a needed break for caregivers. For more information, contact Andrea Walls, director of marketing, 732-607-9230 ext. 161, or [email protected].
Pre-planning your funeral should be a natural part of life, because it provides you with time to make end-of-life decisions in a calm and rational atmosphere. It’s all about taking control. Given time to consider it, you’ll quickly realize that pre-planning is all about ensuring that your wishes are known, so they can be acted upon when the time comes. Making the commitment to planning ahead:
— is easy.Absolutely everyone can make a pre-plan, and there is no waiting for return documents.The plan is completed, and put on file in the office.
— lets your family clearly know your wishes.
— relieves your family members of making very personal decisions on your behalf at the time of need.
— can protect your family from the ravages of inflation.Your expenses can be covered when you need them to be, through a pre-payment plan.
Laying the foundation for a well thoughtout plan for you or a loved one takes a bit of time, but, it’s worth every moment spent.After all, you’re setting the stage for a more relaxed and enjoyable life, because you’ll have the peace-of-mind preparedness brings.The people who know and care about you will be there when you need them.You only need to provide them with instructions, important financial details, and then relax.You’re in good hands. Contact Waitt and Old Bridge Funeral Home to help you get started. Waitt Funeral Home and Cremation Service is located at 501 Route 79, Morganville, 732-566-5300. Old Bridge Funeral Home is located at 2350 Route 516, Old Bridge, 732-607-9500.Visit www.waittfh.com.