NORMA JEAN & EDWARD MEER APARTMENTS

Come see the JSL Difference!

Contact Jackie Rosender

248-444-2430 jrosender@jslmi.org

THE MAGIC OF FRIENDLY VISITS

By Jo Strausz Rosen

Recently on a particularly gorgeous fall day, I took a walk around the magnificent tree-lined campus of Jewish Senior Life in West Bloomfield. As I walked outside and admired the foliage and inhaled deeply the sweet fresh air, I felt relaxed, and my senses were awakened. When I walk without a particular agenda, I experience a sense of excitement, and an appreciation of life around me.

OPEN HOUSE

Over 40 families came out to tour the JSL campus and meet with residents and staff this past Sunday at the West Bloomfield JSL Open House. The community visited with residents in the buildings, toured apartments and sampled hot and cold cider and delicious donuts. They witnessed delightful programs in action and saw how everyone was engaged in favorite activities as they enjoyed special music by talented area musicians, making the campus come alive.

VETERANS DAY

Across both of our campuses today, JSL is honoring our resident veterans with special ceremonies and activities. Meer Apartments is hosting a ceremony involving its veterans with guest speakers, poetry readings, discussions, and music including The Star-Spangled Banner and America the Beautiful. The Dorothy & Peter Brown Jewish Community Adult Day Program is baking special red, white, and blue cupcakes in honor of Veterans Day. Participants will listen to the history and play some word games. Themed music therapy will be songs from the Armed Services. Photos and mementos brought in by participants and staff will be reviewed. 

At Coville Apartments, residents will be waving flags and wearing red, white, and blue light up necklaces. They will also enjoy listening to a poetry reading about Veterans Day. Both Teitel and Prentis Veterans will receive special certificates for their service.

Thank you to all of our veterans for the sacrifices you have made.

HANNAH MOSS - JN'S VOLUNTEER OF THE WEEK

Hannah Moss, 74, of Huntington Woods was nominated by Jewish Senior Life (JSL) as our Volunteer of the Week for her hands-on and active participation with the nonprofit organization for more than 30 years.

“Hannah is the chair of our annual fundraiser, Lives Well Lived, in which she is hands-on in both fundraising and programing,” said Beth Robinson, director of FRIENDS of Jewish Senior Life. “She’s also an active member of committees for Jewish Senior Life’s 8 Over 80 program and a member of the Oldest Jewish American Brunch committee, which annually celebrates members of our community who have passed the amazing milestone of 95 years.

Go to pg 60 of the Jewish News this week to find a great piece on Lives Well Lived: Aging in Style!

SERVING SMILES, SALADS and SANDWICHES at Marvin’s Bistro and Krolik Café and Prentis Café five days a week. We need friendly folks to greet our guests, run the cash register and make sandwiches.

Contact Beth Robinson at brobinson@jslmi.org or 248.592.5062.

EDWARD I. & FREDA FLEISCHMAN RESIDENCE

LIVE, with us!

Contact Janet Antin

248-967-4240 jantin@jslmi.org

LIVES WELL LIVED TICKETS

I’ll be at the JCC in my boa and disco glasses on Wednesday, November 16 at 7 pm for Lives Well Lived: Aging in Style! Please put on your fun stuff and join me! Tickets are available online, or call me at 248 592-5062. – Beth Robinson, Director of FRIENDS of Jewish Life.

ADD SPARKLE TO YOUR STYLE!

Select jewelry items are on sale at our boutiques. We also have a great selection of Chanukah gear. It’s never too early to start gift shopping!

Red Lentil Carrot Soup

1 onion, chopped

2 carrots, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

Olive Oil

3 teaspoons oregano

1 and 1/2 teaspoons cumin

Pinch of red pepper flakes

2 bay leaves

1 can crushed or diced tomatoes

6 cups Vegetable Broth

2 cups Red Lentils

For Serving

1 lemon

Salt

Pepper

Ta'amti Feta Cheese

Fresh cleaned parsley

Pepitas

Chili oil

Directions

1) In a large pot, sauté onion, carrots, and garlic in plenty of olive oil on medium heat until softened.

2) Add oregano, cumin, red pepper flakes, and the bay leaves and toast for a few seconds.

3) Add the tomatoes, broth, and red lentils. Simmer until lentils are completely soft.

4) To purée: either use an immersion blender to blend the entire soup if you want a purée-style soup, or remove a few cups and blend in a blender for a creamy broth with chunks of veggies.

5) Squeeze in plenty of lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. Serve with feta, parsley, pepitas, or whatever else looks good to you!

This recipe is from kosher.com

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