Weekly News & Updates
Caring for Older Adults Since 1907
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NORMA JEAN & EDWARD MEER APARTMENTS
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LILLIAN & SAMUEL HECHTMAN II APARTMENTS
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Call to learn more about our move in specials! |
Contact Jackie Rosender
248-444-2430 jrosender@jslmi.org
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When we contemplate the lives of Olympians, we inevitably think about what they surely must have given up competing and placing themselves at the top of their respective games. We are all familiar with the stories of these outstanding and committed athletes. Beginning at a young age, coaxed by doting parents or simply self-motivated by skill and aptitude they are focused on the goal of being the best in their events.
We know many hard-working high achievers, people with their noses to the grindstone, intensely focused on acquiring top grades on report cards and getting admitted into the finest universities, dedicating their lives to find cures for diseases and making the world a better place or striving to be the heads of corporations, leaders of industry, or simply the best possible people they can be. We award people like these with different kinds of medals and our community praises many who give of themselves selflessly to make a difference.
For some people, there is a fear of being attached to one goal, to days filled with the same activities, weeks split up by the hours of “what, when and where.” For others, there is the opposite fear, that suddenly, the walls will crumble, and they will be left drifting in space, surrounded by possibilities they can’t see.
An athlete is a well-trained, tightly scheduled individual, whose mornings afternoons and evenings are bound by specific regimens to perfect the mind’s and body’s performance. It is easy to imagine that after years of this sort of training, the schedule becomes a comfortable blanket and suddenly, after the event or the career is over and that blanket is removed, the athlete is confronted with an enormous feeling of loss. Now what?
What becomes of Olympic athletes after their Olympic careers end? If they are anything like our residents at Jewish Senior Life, they find and cultivate new opportunities in action. Think of the 850 or so residents on our campuses who were heads of households, leaders of businesses, professionals, teachers, and builders. They find and take advantage of new opportunities for growth, fulfillment, and service. After a lifetime of doing big things, they still don’t let the little things get in the way. I’m inspired by our residents who find serenity and new meaning in lives well lived.
I think of what a wimp I am at times. Whining to myself about COVID, getting hangry as I wait for a meal to arrive, quietly burning because someone in traffic is on their phone and not moving fast enough through the light ahead. Then I think of our residents and what they can teach us.
I remember to take a breath and listen as it enters and exits my body. I realize that this is the sound of G-d. It is up to me to refocus and find serenity, and to direct my thoughts and my actions. It is up to me to decide what the outcome will be. I can choose to whine loudly about little problems, or simply breathe through them, don a mask again, get another COVID test and just tell myself, this too shall pass. Life moves on. The past stays in the past, yet we are so fortunate to have our presence and hopefully, a healthy future. L’Chaim.
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You’re invited to attend a Book Sale
Tuesday, August 3rd from 1-3pm outside Fleischman!
Support Fleischman Residence as we sell gently used best sellers and books by well-known authors to make room for the purchase of new large print books which will be much more accessible for our residents. We are also happy to trade/accept large print books as well.
Thank you in advance for your support!
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DINNER & A CONCERT AT MEER |
Excitement filled the hallways as residents came downstairs dressed in formal attire anticipating a special evening featuring a delicious dinner and the music of Henrik Karapetyan and his string quartet from the Detroit Opera House. The men, handsome in their suits accompanied the beautiful women of Meer who wore their favorite bedazzled evening outfits. Dining room tables covered in linen, were dressed to impress and the meal featured an entree choice of Beef Wellington or Glazed Salmon.
The concert was made possible through the Alice Egrin Fund, established by Austin Kantor in memory of his late mother-in-law. Austin and his wife Faye attended the lively evening and reacquainted themselves with residents who are friends from the community. It was a lovely evening enjoyed by all.
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50 YEAR OLD BEER - A MEMORIAL |
By Mike Pomranz
People always say that love will make you do crazy things. Rarely is the next sentence, "Like drink a 50-year-old can of Coors." But if you didn't think someone drinking a severely out-of-date beer could bring you to tears, Diane Nesselhuf's story will change your mind.
Speaking with their local KCAU News, Diane and her son explained the incredible journey their 8-ounce can of beer had been through. Diane married her husband Ed on February 14, 1971, but since some of Ed's family wasn't able to attend the ceremony, they traveled to his home state of Colorado soon after. Back then, Coors was still a local brand, unavailable in other parts of the U.S. — and clearly Ed felt a connection to the brewer. "I just remember Ed pulling it out and saying, 'We'll drink this at our 50th Anniversary,'" Diane said.
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99 & 100 YEAR OLDS SHARE MEMORIES |
Centenarians share fond memories of their youth with 60 minutes. |
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LILLIAN & SAMUEL HECHTMAN I APARTMENTS |
Income based affordable housing featuring one bedroom units |
Contact Jackie Rosender
248-444-2430 jrosender@jslmi.org
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ELLA BAKER FUND SUPPORTS JSL |
By Danny Schwartz
An ice cream social event was held on the Jewish Senior Life campus in West Bloomfield, with residents of the Marvin & Betty Danto Health Care Center, Fleischman Residence and Hechtman and Meer Apartments attending with support from the Ella Baker Lecture and Music Series Fund.
Ella Baker was a resident who spent many years at Hechtman, then Fleischman and finally at Danto. In her memory, Ella’s daughter Esther Salamon established a special fund for residents at JSL in West Bloomfield to be entertained and enhanced with a series of music and speaker engagements. This was the kickoff event of the fund, with many more events expected.
Rennie and Esther Kaufmann, a singing father and daughter duo, performed various songs at the event, which also featured an ice cream truck.
Sarah Lowe, a resident of Danto, was one of the many residents enjoying ice cream, the music and the friendly scene.
“We’re just so happy they’re showing concern for seniors, because we enjoy being thought of and we appreciate it so very much,” Lowe said.
“It means a lot, it gets us outside and enjoying the air, and allows us to see everybody,” Fleischman resident Ileene Zate said. “We’ve been stuck inside for COVID, and we’re out now and enjoying ourselves.”
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DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION |
Understanding Inequities
“As long as poverty, injustice, and gross inequality persist in our world, none of us can truly rest.”
- Nelson Mandela
Inequity is defined as “injustice or unfairness” (Merriam Webster). It is complicated and based on many factors such as gender, race, religion, age, etc. The covid-19 pandemic has brought to light many ways that inequities can lead to disparities in health.
To learn more about inequities:
Read:
This resource from the CDC outlines how the Covid-19 pandemic has exacerbated racial and health disparities.
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This New York Times article focuses on “how sexism follows women from the cradle to the workplace” |
This article outlines how social determinants and the intersection of ageism, racism and social isolation impact Covid-19 outcomes. |
Watch:
An eye-opening video on racial disparities in health.
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What is equity and why do our children deserve it? This is an interesting look at equity in education and its impact on our children. |
The thought provoking concept of “Able-ism” is highlighted in this video |
Think:
Have you or someone you know been impacted by health inequities or limited access to health care?
How has Covid-19 impacted different age, racial and cultural groups?
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Spinach Salad with Basil Dressing
Spinach Salad
1 sweet potato, cubed
2 zucchini, cubed
Gefen Olive Oil, for drizzling
Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste
Garlic powder, to taste
1 (6-oz./170-g.) package beef fry
16 ounces (450 grams) fresh spinach leaves
1/2 cup raw quinoa, cooked according to package directions
Basil Dressing
1/3 cup Gefen Olive Oil
3 tablespoons Tonnelli Red Wine Vinegar
3–4 cubes Gefen Frozen Basil
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 tablespoon Manischewitz Honey
Prepare Spinach Salad
1) Preheat oven to 450 degres Fahrenheit (230 degrees Celsius).
2) Spread the cubed sweet potato on one baking sheet and the cubed zucchini on a second. Drizzle both with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Place both pans in the oven. Roast the zucchini for 15 minutes and the sweet potato for 30 minutes.
3) Lower oven temperature to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius). Place beef fry on a baking sheet and place in the oven for 30 minutes.
Prepare the Basil Dressing
1) Combine dressing ingredients in a small bowl.
Assemble the Salad
1) Place spinach leaves in a large bowl. Add cooked quinoa, roasted veggies, and beef fry.
2) Drizzle with dressing.
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Staying active as we age is extreamly important so that we can continue to live our best lives. Try these important exercises! |
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Carl Levin
Michigan's longest-serving Senator
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Danny Raskin
JN Food columnist and past chair of The Walk of Ages
May their memories be a blessing
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Rabbi Dovid S. Polter, Community Chaplain
Creating Light
Recently “Creating Light,” an essay originally published in my book entitled “Chassidic Soul Remedies,” (Publisher SIE, 2004) made it onto several social media chats. There must be a reason for the sudden spread of this inspiring thought. I am sharing it with you, and I hope you too will find it relevant to our times.
A sage related: As a young child I debated whether angels knew the solutions to mathematical equations. After all, they know everything; perhaps they knew this too? I then asked my father. He clarified it for me and went on to say that one thing is certain: The angel Michoel makes an accurate reckoning of all the chapters of Tehillim (Psalms) people recite, and with it he fashions a beautiful chandelier which serves to illuminate the heavenly realms, as well as this world, for the person and for all his future generations.
Although I was still young, my father would often ask me, “What’s doing with the chandelier?”
Shabbat Shalom by Phone - Enjoy some inspiration.
Dial Toll free: 605-313-4107 Access code: 270368#
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Rabbi Dovid S. Polter Jewish Community Chaplaincy Program Jewish Senior Life
248-592-5039 • dpolter@jslmi.org
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This newsletter was created by Jo Rosen and Amanda Martlock
We’re human, prone to mistakes, so if we erred in our newsletter, please forgive us!
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L’Chaim!
We are so grateful for your financial contributions.
Please continue your engAGEment with JSL.
Your support enhances the lives of our residents.
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Nancy Heinrich, Chief Executive Officer
Jennie Klepinger, 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
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People of all faiths and beliefs are welcome. |
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