NORMA JEAN & EDWARD MEER APARTMENTS

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Contact Amie Schulz

248-592-1146

 aschulz@jslmi.org

DANCING THROUGH THE DARKNESS

by Jo Strausz Rosen

The sun is just a few hours from setting over West Bloomfield. Its golden rays light the walls of Fleischman Residence, casting long shadows that seem to hold both ancient wisdom and the weight of current struggles. The air is thick with hope, yet conflict and uncertainty hang like a storm cloud over everyone’s minds. But this afternoon, in the lobby something else was stirring - something brighter, defiant, and resilient. Members of The Shul in West Bloomfield came to hold a Torah Dance Party with the residents. 

EXTRA! EXTRA! x2

Last week, the Detroit News featured The Dorothy & Peter Brown Jewish Community Adult Day Program.

This week, the Detroit Jewish News featured the Hechtman Tropical Luau Party.

FRIENDS OF JSL

Sixty-one days till Chanukah!

Who’s on your list? If JSL is on your list, you can make your Chanukah shopping really count by shopping at Sharon’s and Meer boutiques. With a little something for everyone, you might get away with one stop shopping and feel great knowing that all the proceeds support JSL. Come to the boutiques for:

• Women’s clothing and accessories
• Jewelry
• Judaica
• Stationery and cards
• Children’s toys newborn and up
• Men’s clothing
• Men’s gifts

We have great prices, and many items are on sale! So come for shopping, maybe stop in the bistro or café for lunch, and see what’s happening at JSL.

Twenty-three days ‘till Lives Well Lived: Still Laughing After All These Years!

Give yourself the gift of laughter while getting to nosh and shmooze with all our wonderful FRIENDS of JSL supporters. Your ticket or sponsorship supports FRIENDS efforts such as the boutique and fashion shows, volunteer recruitment, coordination and recognition, projects such as last year’s “Don’t Write Me Off” book, and many other special opportunities that enhance life at JSL for our residents.

We’ll be welcoming comedian Al Lubel to entertain us with his comic brilliance. A veteran of Carson, Letterman, Leno and many other TV and other stages, he’s just a riot. We have a very special opening act, and I’ll be happy to tell you all about it if you want to call for your ticket. Otherwise, feel free to visit jslmi.org/lwl to purchase tickets or become a sponsor online.

Two days ‘till you can talk to me about volunteering

‘Cuz it’s Shabbat and I’ll be back on Monday! Volunteers are the backbone of Jewish Senior Life. As a non-profit, our volunteers enhance what we are able to provide our older adults. Whether it’s programming, working in the boutique, bistro, or café, making a friendly visit, leading a discussion group, sharing an interest, or being an out trip buddy (we have a casino trip on November 12), there is something for everyone to do around here, and we’d love to have you do it! Visit jslmi.com/volunteer or call me to find out more and/or sign up.

I hope to see you soon!

Beth Robinson

Director

FRIENDS of Jewish Senior Life

248 592-5062

brobinson@jslmi.org

FRIDAY FUNNY

EDWARD I. & FREDA FLEISCHMAN RESIDENCE

Come see the JSL Difference!

Contact Janet Antin

248-967-4240

jantin@jslmi.org

SIMCHAT TORAH

Hechtman residents danced, sang and snacked on sweets for Simchat Torah this week, led by teens and children from The Shul.

MORE SUKKOT

Sukkot festivities continued across both West Bloomfield and Oak Park campuses this week, with lulav and etrog shaking, snacking on honey cake and grape juice, and blessings!

Below: Teitel residents gather in the sukkah, Oak Park.

Below: Linda Neuman (left) and Charlotte (right) celebrate at Coville in Oak Park.

Below: Left to Right: Rabbi Polter with Hechtman residents Lenore Risin, Adele Nodler, and Ronna Widenbaum under the sukkah.

Below: Rabbi Polter helps Fleischman Assisted Living resident Alice Goldberg with shaking the lulav and etrog.

RECIPE OF THE WEEK

The Malawa Pulled Chicken Pizza packs tenderness with crunch, topped off with a protein punch of delicious chicken - perfect for a filling, easy Simchat Torah dinner!

AT HOME WORKOUT

As we age, our balance and stability deteriorate, making us more susceptible to falls. Falling injuries can cause broken bones and head injuries. Whether you're a beginner or have been active your whole life, these exercises are designed to improve coordination, strengthen muscles, and reduce the risk of falls.

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