NORMA JEAN & EDWARD MEER APARTMENTS

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Contact Amie Schulz

248-592-1146

 aschulz@jslmi.org

FRIENDS

Sunday Teen (and others) Time at Fleischman 

Not long ago, I attended the Michigan Glass Project, a celebration of borosilicate glass work and a fundraiser for Art Road, a Detroit nonprofit actively reintroducing art classes into Detroit Public School curriculums. I was there largely because my daughter, Emma Kellman, is a phenomenal glass artist who was doing an artist demonstration at the event, and because it’s one of my favorite volunteer gigs of the year. This year, I learned to properly pour beer, as a volunteer at the beer table. It turns out I’ve been doing it wrong my whole life – who knew?

The crowd at Michigan Glass tends to trend a bit younger than the folks I hang out with at work, which is to say that I was definitely one of the ten oldest people there. I found myself really enjoying the youthful energy. And I know our residents do too. We’ve had such great enthusiasm for Dor L’ Dor, a joint program with Hillel’s 6th graders. And I get calls all the time from parents and teens about mitzvah projects.

So, I’m delighted to announce that on the last Sunday of each month from 2:00pm-4:00pm (starting September 29), we’ll be welcoming teens (and parents and kids of all ages and really everyone) to Fleischman for an informal afternoon of puzzles, games, crafts and most importantly, shmoozing! The long-term goal is to do it every Sunday at all our residences, so if you or someone you know is interested in hanging out with us, please call me or shoot me an email. The more the merrier!

Lives Well Lived: Still Laughing After All These Years

I am equally thrilled to announce that this year’s Lives Well Lived (LWL) event will feature comedian Al Lubel. Al Lubel has been featured many times on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson and with Jay Leno, as well as on the David Letterman Show. He tours nationally and is just a very, very funny man. About Al, Jerry Seinfeld said, “Al Lubel has one of the funniest jokes I have ever heard.” But don’t take it from me (or Jerry). Come on out on Sunday, November 17 at 2pm at Adat Shalom Synagogue for an afternoon of laughs to support a great cause - FRIENDS of Jewish Senior Life.

Our sponsors make this happening event happen - Sponsorships for Lives Well Lived are still available. Please call me or visit https://jslmi.org/events/jsls-lives-well-lived/ for information or to become a sponsor. Tickets are also available on the website. 

Lend a Hand (or Two)

You are the secret sauce that makes Jewish Senior Life special!

And whatever your passion, we would love to put it to work enriching the lives of our residents. Check out all the opportunities at https://jslmi.org/volunteer/.

Rosh Hashanah

Sharing the holidays with residents is one of the great joys of Jewish Senior Life. We’re looking for a volunteer who can lead a short service (materials are provided) at Coville in Oak Park at 4pm on Friday, October 4, the second day of Rosh Hashanah.

Need Cooks!

Or at least ace sandwich makers. We’re looking for a few good people who can roll up the delicious sandwiches Marvin’s Bistro’s and Krohlik’s Café’s customers love, and who enjoy shmoozing with our customers – every penny helps Jewish Senior Life! Not a cook? No worries – we also need a few cashiers.

Visitors, Arts and Crafts, Games

We are looking for folks who want to come hang out with our residents in both Oak Park and West Bloomfield.

High Holidays On the Way

The High Holidays are coming soon and the boutique has cards and gifts to start 5785 off right! Whether you need a new honey dish or a hostess gift, come check out our gifts and Judaica.

Beth Robinson

Director

FRIENDS of Jewish Senior Life

brobinson@jslmi.org

248-592-5062

Pilots and their co-pilots are required to eat different meals before flights so that they don’t both end up with food poisoning.

FRIDAY FUNNY

EDWARD I. & FREDA FLEISCHMAN RESIDENCE

Come see the JSL Difference!

Contact Janet Antin

248-967-4240

jantin@jslmi.org

LIVING WITH COGNITIVE DECLINE

by Jo Strausz Rosen

At JSL, there is a concerted effort in focusing on healthy aging activities. Resident Service Coordinators on each campus strive to work closely with residents and their families helping them combat signs of dementia which require a holistic approach including lifestyle adjustments, cognitive activities, and sometimes medical intervention. The Alzheimer’s Association alz.org and The National Institutes of Health nih.gov provide helpful information on their websites.

Yesterday I attended part one of a free educational series ‘Living with Alzheimer’s Caregiver Education.” The important and informative presentation at Meer Apartments by an Alzheimer’s Association volunteer, Jim, a 16-year caregiver for his wife shared his experience, learning objectives in early stages of the disease, symptoms, understanding dementia and Alzheimer’s, FDA approved treatments through the years and new treatments out now.

EXTRA! EXTRA!

Talk about PAW-blicity! -- JSL was featured in national and even international news, with articles that covered the "Dog Wedding" at Meer Apartments last week. Let us know if you saw us in People Magazine or other "puplications" worldwide. 

Do you know someone worthy of an Eight Over Eighty nomination? 

Fill out the form below by September 30, 2024.

BREAD TOGETHER

Every Thursday, Fleischman residents join together to twist, braid and break challah. Often joined by volunteers and family members, the special process of kneading and sharing memories is enhanced by the fragrance of bread baking that brings joy to everyone.

RECIPE OF THE WEEK

Scone To Go

These Apple Cheddar Scones with Honey glaze are the perfect "grab 'n' go" breakfast for back-to-school mornings or with that well-deserved cup of coffee.

AT HOME WORKOUT

These balance exercises are designed to improve overall balance and strength and help prevent falls. They are for all ages, levels, and sizes, but designed for the active senior.