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7 ENERGY-BOOSTING FOODS FOR MS FATIGUE

Fatigue caused by multiple sclerosis (MS) is among the most common symptoms of the disease, and one that can take a serious toll on work and home life. Though no diet has been proven to affect the course of MS, eating the right foods can make you feel more invigorated and less fatigued. Exactly what should you eat for energy? Here are seven energizers to try to head off MS exhaustion.

Drink more water
Eat more protein
Eat nutrient packed snacks
Eat Omega 3 rich foods
Eat a good breakfast
Incorporate Calcium and Vitamin D into your diet
Take a multivitamin

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HAIKUS BY RESIDENTS

The following Haiku poems are the collaborations of Fleischman residents Sharon, Marvin, Al, Judy, Laurette, Edith and Elaine, facilitated by talented Activities Coordinator, Mary Blowers.

Awed by majesty,

thunder and beauty...I gasp

Misty waterfall.

Waving in the breeze,

Fragrance on the wind goes forth

Lilacs burst and bloom.

Twitchy, jumpy...yes!

Squirrel hoarding its gems - They're mine!

Savoring acorns.

FIRE SAFETY IN OAK PARK

JSL staff at the Oak Park Campus were trained in the proper way to use fire extinguishers. In West Bloomfield, we have been present several times during fire drills. All in all, JSL stays focused and ready to stop fires by having a plan and practicing before a possible incident in any of our buildings.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

8/8 - Family Caregiver Support Group at Fleischman

8/13 - Family Caregiver Support Group at JVS

8/19 - Family Caregiver Support Group at JVS

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FEATURED RESIDENT: BARBARA BENSMAN

Who is the woman who works on jigsaw puzzles in the hallway? Meet Barbara Bensman, Meer resident for a year and a half. Barbara born in Jamestown, New York, moved to Detroit with her two sisters and brother at the age of ten. She attended Central High School, and played field hockey. In 1950, she graduated from Wayne State University, and was the first student to earn a degree in Occupational Therapy, which she used while working for the V.A. Hospital while living in Wyandotte. She met her husband on a blind date and they were married at the Park Shelton Hotel. They have two daughters and a son.

Barbara was President of ORT, and supervised their “gift wrapping booth” at Twelve Oaks Mall for 7 years. She presided over the Early Music Festival in Madison, Wisconsin. Her daughter attended Interlochen for four years where Barbara was President of the Interlochen Parents’ Organization. Her daughter sang with Zubin Mehta and the Israeli Orchestra in Tel Aviv!

Just before coming to Meer, Barbara lived in Florida where she took up tap dancing. We are happy to have her at JSL!

FRIDAY FUNNY

AMAZON SMILE

SHOP SHOP SHOP with an AMAZON SMILE on your face to benefit JSL. It's so easy! Just order your merchandise and JSL will receive cash back from every order. Tell your friends and family! Sign up here: www.amazonsmile.com and designate JSL Foundation as your charity of choice! Thank you!