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Contact Janet Antin

248-967-4240 jantin@jslmi.org

BE THE LIGHT

By Jo Strausz Rosen

As December 2022 draws to a close, we are so grateful to each of you who have supported our residents and staff, volunteered at JSL, and made generous contributions. Each of you helps us continue our mission of nurturing our community and enriching the lives of all who live here.



We look forward to new beginnings as we anticipate the annual celebration of Hanukkah. Whether we share it in small groups clustered around our menorahs at home, or out in the brisk Detroit winter with a merry crowd at Menorah in the D, we create a light in the darkness. Wherever we are, as we strike the match that kindles the shamash to light the first of 36 candles, we will enjoy the season’s shining inspiration at sundown on Sunday, December 18. 

8 FUN CHANUKAH HOLIDAY FACTS

Some latke fun facts for you on this festival of lights...

1) A menorah is lit each night of the holiday.

2) The word 'Hanukkah' means 'dedication.'

3) The many spellings: There is no correct way to directly translate the Hebrew sounds to English, so it is also pronounced many ways.

4) The dreidel is based on a German gambling game: A spinning top with letters printed on its side was played in both Germany and England starting in about the 16th century. European Jews adopted the game and replaced the German and English letters with Hebrew ones to engage with the scripture. Now the dreidel is used throughout the holiday.

THIS WEEK'S RECIPE

A batch of freshly baked cookies that can last for all 8 nights of Chanukah.

HELP OUT @ JSL

Mitzvah Day is back! On December 25, volunteers from across the community will do projects at many agencies, including Jewish Senior Life. See who needs help at https://jcrcajc.org/ or call or email Beth Robinson at (248) 592-5062 / brobinson@jslmi.org to come play games, do puzzles, help organize bingo and light the Chanukah candles at Fleischman from 1:00 – 4:00pm.

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Contact Jackie Rosender

248-444-2430 jrosender@jslmi.org

JSL HAPPENINGS

'CHANUKAH WITH GRANDFRIENDS'

On Sunday, Dec. 11 at Meer Apartments, residents and children from The Shul used markers and stickers to decorate cardboard to make a giant menorah. They sang Chanukah songs, played Q & A games, ate latkes, and created delicious donuts with assorted filings, then watched as one of the Shul members put the menorah together. "Residents loved every minute of it," said Myriam Cohen, Meer Life Enrichment Coordinator. "We love it when members of The Shul come to visit. It is an amazing synagogue that is invested in the welfare and happiness of our residents."

Dor L’Dor

Janet Antin explained to 6th graders at Hillel the importance of being sensitive to the important issues facing older adults. The JSL community is excited to welcome students participating in the Dor L’Dor program after a two-year recess due to COVID. For the next two years, this grant-based The program will develop opportunities for JSL residents and Hillel students to celebrate holidays and build bridges between the generations. Janet illustrated some of the challenges older adults face through games and explanations of how blindness, arthritis, hearing loss, and other deficits are opportunities for students to assist their new friends.

CALLING ALL FAMILY CAREGIVERS!

(Care)Giving &Taking: Making Time For You!

Register now for a seven-part virtual series designed to educate, empower, and connect.

The Gift of Giving!

The perfect last minute Chanukah gift is a gift certificate to our boutiques! Stop by Sharon’s boutique M-F 11am – 2pm or the Meer boutique M-F 1-3 and W 11-1. All proceeds support the JSL community.

Oh, Chanukah, Oh Chanukah

FRIDAY FUNNY

AT HOME WORKOUT

Get moving with some Motown Music during your workout.