NORMA JEAN & EDWARD MEER APARTMENTS | Discover Jewish Senior Life! | |
Contact Amie Schulz
248-592-1146
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I roamed the halls of Meer, Hechtman and Fleischman recently and thought about all of the people who have lived in our buildings and the impact they have left. How many holidays have been celebrated among friends? How many lives well lived in laughter and tears…I was not part of the lengthy past history of Jewish Senior Life, but I know the names of so many who have found goodness and joy in our apartments. So many have given to our agency with love, knowing their generosity pays forward for the appreciation they have felt.
A memory of my own past brushes over me. It was early autumn, September 27, 1956. The golden leaves danced down from the trees in a gentle breeze, whispering glimpses of the New Year to come. I was a bright-eyed three-year-old. I clutched my mother’s hand tightly as we walked up the stone path to her childhood home in Peabody, Massachusetts. We had traveled there by car from Chicago. My father and big brother trailed behind us schlepping our luggage. As the front door opened, the scent of sweet apples and honey wafted through the air, mixing with the earthy aroma of freshly baked raisin challah.
| LET THE HIGH HOLIDAYS BEGIN |
This week, residents from JSL's Oak Park communities happily participated in a pre-High Holiday event at Young Israel. | Fashion show weeks are crazy and so much fun! I just love how these ladies and gentlemen rock the runway. And why not? They’re fabulous. As are the many volunteers who make these events fun for everyone. Big, big thank you to Robyn Flam, Sandy Eidelman, Geri Margolis, Andrea Margolis-Stillman, Marsha Proghovnick, Mary Schwartz, and Cyd Stone. And thank you to make-up artist extraordinaire and Meer resident Sharon Eaton for bringing on the glam! | Tuesday’s Meer fashion show had a few technical hiccups, but once the mic was on, so were our models: Ada Bandalene, Malka Braunstein, Audrey Demak, Allan Grundy, Sophie Klisman, Judy Leach, Jean Lutren, Shirley Moscow, Ron Rasansky, Lorraine Sallen, Elizabeth Silver, Marlene Slutzky, Rena Tepman, Sima Weberman, Henrietta Hermelin Weinberg, and Susan Weiner. | |
I look forward to sharing pics from today’s Hechtman / Fleischman fashion show next week!
Fun, Fun, Fun!
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On November 17, at 2:00pm at Adat Shalom Synagogue, we will be laughing our tushies off as comedian Al Lubel yuks it up for Lives Well Lived. Al is a veteran of Johnny Carson, David Letterman, and Jay Leno’s late nights. And he has a Jewish mother. More about her on November 17. Opening for Al will be a certain feisty 94-year-old survivor who is known on the WB campus for telling slightly dirty jokes (rubber chicken to the first person to guess who). Suffice to say, we expect to have an incredibly good time, and we hope you will join us in the fun and in supporting FRIENDS of Jewish Senior Life. For more information, tickets, and sponsorships, visit https://jslmi.org/events/jsls-lives-well-lived/.
Another terrific way to get involved at JSL is by volunteering. We have the best corps of volunteers here and both our staff and our residents deeply appreciate how they create a sense of community and connection here. We’d love to have you join us!
There are many opportunities, all listed on https://jslmi.org/volunteer/.
A few urgent volunteer needs are:
- Krolik Café in the Meer Residence – Monday & Wednesday 11:30 – 1:30
- Visitors at Coville in Oak Park
- Sharon’s Boutique in the Fleischman Residence – Thursday & Friday 11 – 2
- Out-trip buddies
Feel free to call me with any questions or to volunteer!
Beth Robinson
Director
FRIENDS of Jewish Senior Life
brobinson@jslmi.org
248-592-5062
|  | Autumn babies live longer although the days might be getting shorter. According to a study carried out by the Journal of Aging Research, one of the theories for living longer is because Autumn marks a change in temperature. Babies born during colder months can develop a greater immunity to colds and flues. | |  |
EDWARD I. & FREDA FLEISCHMAN RESIDENCE | Come see the JSL Difference! | |
Contact Janet Antin
248-967-4240
jantin@jslmi.org
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ONLY THREE DAYS LEFT to nominate a candidate for Eight Over 80.
Send in your nominations today so their names will qualify to be selected by the judges. You can fill it out online and simply press submit.
Last day to qualify is September 30.
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BROWN CENTER DEMENTIA-FRIENDLY KOL NIDRE /
YOM KIPPUR SERVICE
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The Dorothy and Peter Brown Jewish Community Adult Day Program Dementia-friendly high holiday service will take place in person at the Fleischman Residence Chapel. Open to the community free of charge.
Sunday, October 6, 2024
11:00am
6710 W Maple Rd
West Bloomfield, MI 48322
For online registration, click here
For questions or to register by phone, call: 248-661-6390.
| Bow WOW! Meer's Pawsitively Adorable Dog Wedding now posted on the Jewish News online. | |
West Bloomfield Clerk Debbie Binder visited Fleischman Residence to update everyone on the voting process and the state of our democracy. Clerk Binder is always thinking of ways she can provide better and/or additional services to enhance participation by JSL residents.
“I love working with our seniors," Clerk Binder said. "They understand the importance of voting and the power of our collective voices. Ensuring that they have access to information and the ability to register easily is important to me, so that their civic engagement is exemplary.”
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Sponsored by Danto Health Care Center, some Fleischman residents used dried flowers to create beautiful pomegranate pictures, and their work was framed. Many studies show that art therapy improves cognitive functions, boosts resilience and reduces stress in older adults. | Sweet and Tangy Kosher Brisket is easy to make and the perfect holiday meal! | Sitting or standing, this fitness video is perfect for older adults to engage our hearts and strengthen both upper and lower body. Begin with warm up and end with a cool down. | | | |
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IN MEMORIAM
Dr. Stuart Falk
An Eight Over Eighty Honoree, and U.S. Army veteran, Dr. Falk spent his life helping others. He served as President of Temple Emanu-El, made calls for the Allied Jewish Campaign, and was a docent at the Zekelman Holocaust Memorial Center, in addition to serving on boards and committees in the greater Detroit community.
He said:
"There is no such thing as a greatest accomplishment...every accomplishment is worthy."
May his memory be a blessing.
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Rabbi Dovid S. Polter, Community Chaplain
HaMelech
The King - The Big Bold Word
In the High Holiday prayer book, one word stands out big and bold. That Hebrew word is “HaMelech” – The King (G-d All-Mighty). No wonder, since this word encapsulates the entire message of the High Holidays. On the High Holidays, we stand before the King, the Creator, Whom we crown, and of Whom we beg to be written and sealed in the book of life.
The story goes that on one occasion when the great chassidic master Reb Aharon of Karlin, of blessed memory, reached this word “HaMelech,” he fell into a deep faint. When later asked the cause for this, he replied that he reflected upon the statement of our sages, “If I am a king, why did you not come before!”
If we search for closeness and look to Him for our needs and requests on the High Holidays, why would we not consider searching for the King on any busy workday?
The above story also sheds light on our human interactions. As humans, we would all like those who know us to reach out to us even when they need nothing but simply to connect. Likewise, we ought to call or contact our friends and family as well as those we don’t know so well to let them know we are thinking of them. No king nor any human being wishes to be contacted only when they are needed to serve as providers.
Let us make a concerted effort to reach out, for no other reason than to say hello, and for sweet voices to resonate.
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Shabbat Shalom by Phone - Enjoy some inspiration.
Dial Toll free: 605-313-4107 Access code: 270368#
(Reference number not needed)
Dial # to hear the most recently recorded message.
Rabbi Dovid S. Polter Jewish Community Chaplaincy Program Jewish Senior Life 248-592-5039 • dpolter@jslmi.org
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L’Chaim!
More than half of the residents who live in our JSL communities are considered low income or indigent. Your philanthropic support is essential to maintaining programs and services to help these older adults age with dignity and with a better quality of life. In addition, your gifts could significantly support the shortfall in the cost of pharmacy bills which are so vital to the residents’ wellness. We are so grateful for your generous gifts to Jewish Senior Life.
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Nancy Heinrich, Chief Executive Officer
Kara Powers, Chief Financial Officer
Barbra Giles, Executive Director, Strategic Initiatives
Jo Strausz Rosen, Executive Director, Development
Dianne Azzopardi, Executive Director, Human Resources
Ron Colasanti, Executive Director, Dining Services
Jennifer Staniszewski, Executive Director, Independent Residential Operations
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This newsletter was created by Jo Rosen and Nicole Lupiloff
We’re human, prone to mistakes, so if we erred in our newsletter, please forgive us!
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People of all faiths and beliefs are welcome. | |
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Jewish Senior Life of Metropolitan Detroit
Eugene & Marcia Applebaum Jewish Community Campus
6710 W. Maple Road, West Bloomfield, MI 48322
A. Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus
15100 W. Ten Mile Road, Oak Park, MI 48237
248-661-1836
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NORMA JEAN & EDWARD MEER APARTMENTS | Discover Jewish Senior Life! | |
Contact Amie Schulz
248-592-1146
aschulz@jslmi.org
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EDWARD I. & FREDA FLEISCHMAN RESIDENCE | Come see the JSL Difference! | |
Contact Janet Antin
248-967-4240
jantin@jslmi.org
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ONLY THREE DAYS LEFT!
Do you know someone worthy of an Eight Over Eighty nomination? Don't wait until the last minute.
Send in your honoree nominations today so their names will qualify to be selected by the judges. Last day to qualify, September 30.
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BROWN CENTER DEMENTIA-FRIENDLY KOL NIDRE /
YOM KIPPUR SERVICE
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The Dorothy and Peter Brown Jewish Community Adult Day Program Dementia-friendly high holiday service will take place in person at the Fleischman Residence Chapel. Open to the community free of charge.
Sunday, October 6, 2024
11:00am
6710 W Maple Rd
West Bloomfield, MI 48322
For online registration, click here
For questions or to register by phone, call: 248-661-6390.
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West Bloomfield Clerk Debbie Binder visited Fleischman Residence to update everyone on the voting process and the state of our democracy. Clerk Binder is always thinking of ways she can provide better and/or additional services to enhance participation by JSL residents.
“I love working with our seniors," Clerk Binder says. "They understand the importance of voting and the power of our collective voice. Ensuring that they have access to information and the ability to register easily is important to me, and their civic engagement is exemplary.”
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Sponsored by Danto ____ Sarah ____, Fleischman residents made "pomegranate pictures," using dried flowers and frames. | Sweet and Tangy Brisket is easy to make and the perfect, kosher and quick holiday meal! | | | |
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IN MEMORIAM
Dr. Stuart Falk
A 2017 Eight Over Eighty Honoree and U.S. Army veteran, Dr. Falk will be remembered for his service to the Jewish community of Detroit. He served as President of Temple Emanu-El, worked with the Allied Jewish Campaign, and was a Docent at the Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus, among many other important roles. He said there is "no such thing as a greatest accomplishment...every accomplishment is worthy."
May his memory be a blessing.
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Rabbi Dovid S. Polter, Community Chaplain
HaMelech
The King - The Big Bold Word
In the High Holiday prayer book, one word stands out big and bold. That Hebrew word is “HaMelech” – The King (G-d All-Mighty). No wonder, since this word encapsulates the entire message of the High Holidays. On the High Holidays, we stand before the King, the Creator, Whom we crown, and of Whom we beg to be written and sealed in the book of life.
The story goes that on one occasion when the great chassidic master Reb Aharon of Karlin, of blessed memory, reached this word “HaMelech,” he fell into a deep faint. When later asked the cause for this, he replied that he reflected upon the statement of our sages, “If I am a king, why did you not come before!”
If we search for closeness and look to Him for our needs and requests on the High Holidays, why would we not consider searching for the King on any busy workday?
The above story also sheds light on our human interactions. As humans, we would all like those who know us to reach out to us even when they need nothing but simply to connect. Likewise, we ought to call or contact our friends and family as well as those we don’t know so well to let them know we are thinking of them. No king nor any human being wishes to be contacted only when they are needed to serve as providers.
Let us make a concerted effort to reach out, for no other reason than to say hello, and for sweet voices to resonate.
| |
Shabbat Shalom by Phone - Enjoy some inspiration.
Dial Toll free: 605-313-4107 Access code: 270368#
(Reference number not needed)
Dial # to hear the most recently recorded message.
Rabbi Dovid S. Polter Jewish Community Chaplaincy Program Jewish Senior Life 248-592-5039 • dpolter@jslmi.org
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SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER | |
Not subscribed? Sign up today for uplifting news every Friday! | |
|
L’Chaim!
More than half of the residents who live in our JSL communities are considered low income or indigent. Your philanthropic support is essential to maintaining programs and services to help these older adults age with dignity and with a better quality of life. In addition, your gifts could significantly support the shortfall in the cost of pharmacy bills which are so vital to the residents’ wellness. We are so grateful for your generous gifts to Jewish Senior Life.
| |
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Nancy Heinrich, Chief Executive Officer
Kara Powers, Chief Financial Officer
Barbra Giles, Executive Director, Strategic Initiatives
Jo Strausz Rosen, Executive Director, Development
Dianne Azzopardi, Executive Director, Human Resources
Ron Colasanti, Executive Director, Dining Services
Jennifer Staniszewski, Executive Director, Independent Residential Operations
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This newsletter was created by Jo Rosen and Nicole Lupiloff
We’re human, prone to mistakes, so if we erred in our newsletter, please forgive us!
| |
People of all faiths and beliefs are welcome. | |
|
Jewish Senior Life of Metropolitan Detroit
Eugene & Marcia Applebaum Jewish Community Campus
6710 W. Maple Road, West Bloomfield, MI 48322
A. Alfred Taubman Jewish Community Campus
15100 W. Ten Mile Road, Oak Park, MI 48237
248-661-1836
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