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THE EDWARD I. & FREDA FLEISCHMAN RESIDENCE/LOUIS C. & EDITH B. BLUMBERG PLAZA |
Suites Starting at $3,900 Per Month! |
Reserve Your Suite Today! |
Contact Jill Bengle
248-661-2999 or jbengle@jslmi.org
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April 29 - 18th Annual Fundraiser for the Program for Holocaust Survivors and Families
The Program for Holocaust Survivors and Families will be celebrating it's 18th Annual Fundraising Event on Lag B'Omer, Thursday, April 29th at 7 PM. In appreciation of your generosity, we will be hosting a very special Zoom concert featuring Cantors David Propis of Congregation Shaarey Zedek, Neil Michaels of Temple Israel, Daniel Gross of Adat Shalom Synagogue, and Zach Mondrow. We ask you to please help support the work of the Program for Holocaust Survivors and Families by making a contribution at jslmi.org/phsf
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May 23 - Eight Over Eighty
Which of our distinguished honorees is a retired physician? Who has been an educator for over 60 years? Support our biggest event of the year! Help us celebrate the honorees and become a sponsor and purchase an ad honoring this delightful class of community gems. Learn more about our 28th annual virtual event at jslmi.org/8over80
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May 21 - Oldest Americans Brunch
Do you know someone over 95? Help us honor our community elders who are 95 and older! Register here: jslmi.org/oab
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“There’s no greater gift than thinking that you had some impact on the world, for the better.”
Gloria Steinem
Paul Irving, Chairman of Encore.org wrote, “Giving a Damn and Getting Involved.” He said, “Look up retirement in the dictionary and you’ll see ‘withdrawal,’ ‘removal,’ ‘retreat,’ and ‘departure.’ These signal societal expectations for our later years, images of aging that too many still accept. Do these images accurately reflect the goals and aspirations of today’s older adults? For an increasing number of us, the answer is a resounding NO.”
Look at our JSL community volunteers, many of them living on our campuses, and you will see healthy, capable, and energetic older adults looking for new ways to become involved, make a difference, and leave a legacy. Research on volunteerism identifies it as an essential ingredient in the recipe for healthy aging. Increased longevity has sparked a revolution that is altering every aspect of our lives and we are reaping the benefits here at JSL.
Given that National Volunteer Week is celebrated this month, we choose to honor our volunteers for the spirited roles they play. Boutique sales, Bistro cooks, pen pals, poker players, bingo callers, shoppers, mask makers, temperature takers, exercise leaders and current events speakers, to name a few. We realize the potential of this stage in life and want to add more meaning and purpose to extend life and bring joy for residents and volunteers alike. Currently, Leslie Katz, Director of FRIENDS of JSL hosts a weekly zoom for JSL volunteers who have missed working on our campuses all year. Her greatest joy (and all of ours) is working with people who care and who want to pay it forward. Leslie is spearheading a new community-wide volunteer project urging everyone to purchase gift cards and certificates supporting local restaurants and then donating them to us - to raffle off weekly to our isolated seniors. Call Leslie for more info: 248-321-1437. You can watch her video below.
Volunteerism should be embraced and celebrated to make giving even more rewarding. Some people feel the desire to do more. Older adults bring unique talents to the public arena and to the fight for a brighter future for all through social action. Many of us believe that if we are fortunate enough to be able to help, then we must respond. Remember the unforgettable words of Rabbi Hillel the Elder, “If I am not for myself, who will be for me? If I am only for myself, what am I? And if not now, when?” By working to improve the world around us, we add depth and meaning to our years, set an example for our children and grandchildren, and leave a legacy of service and purpose. The bonus is that our actions can enrich us as much as they help our beneficiaries.
Thanks to all the volunteers out there who spend time working on behalf of JSL. We will be honoring and acknowledging you the week of April 18-24. Join us!
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Leslie Katz was interviewed on WXYZ Detroit about a new JSL volunteer opportunity. Project Take-Out invites members of our greater community to support local restaurants by purchasing gift cards and donating them to residents of JSL. Residents will be entered into a weekly drawing for the chance to win a delicious takeout meal via these gift cards.
Call Leslie Katz at 248-321-1437 or drop off your gift cards to Leslie Katz c/o JSL Fleischman Residence, 6710 West Maple Road, West Bloomfield, MI 48322. Supporting local businesses and giving back to others feels right!
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By Lior Zaltzman
Sometimes you get a surprising and delightful Passover parody that you totally should have seen coming. That’s what happened when I first heard Six13’s “The Red Sea Shanty” Passover parody. I mean, after the explosive popularity of sea shanties on TikTok this year — to both the joy and the eventual exasperation of many-a-lovers of the social media app — it only makes sense that a Jewish a cappella group would pick up on the trend for a parody medley.
Sea shanties were absolutely made for a cappella music — but I am surprised at how well the Passover story translates into them. Though, again, perhaps I shouldn’t be: Jews have a long history of piracy! And no, I’m not talking about the online type (though, yes, that too). There are mentions of Jewish pirates as far back as the Hasmonean dynasty (that’s 140 BCE to 37 BCE for those in need of some historic navigation).
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DOROTHY & PETER D. BROWN MEMORY CARE PAVILION |
Private suite rates reduced to $5,100 for a limited time! |
Contact Jill Bengle
248-661-2999 or jbengle@jslmi.org
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BEHIND THE MASK: Meet our Devoted JSL Family |
Leslie Katz of Farmington Hills is the Director of FRIENDS of JSL. She considers herself fortunate. “My husband and I have been together for more than 20 years, and he’s the funniest person I know. We have special boy/girl twins who fill our buckets every day with joy. And we love our little doggo, Pally. Our parents live nearby so we get to see them all the time; family is our priority.”
Leslie oversees an incredible crew of volunteers. She operates three onsite boutiques and collaborates with Dining Services to ensure that Marvin’s Bistro and the Krolik Café run smoothly with volunteer helpers. She raises funds for JSL through her extensive community outreach and partnerships. She says, “For the past 7 years, my role at JSL has been to empower our residents to find purpose and meaning in each day and I love it. I believe deeply in JSL’s mission, and for me, JSL has been a home away from home for many years. My great aunt Mary of blessed memory lived at Fleischman. My grandparents moved from Florida at 90 and 91 years old into Hechtman, so I was blessed to see them every day at work. I was a JOIN intern many years ago – so when I came back to work here, it felt like I was coming home.” Her best memory is kissing her Grandma and Poppy goodnight every single day for 5 years.
She provided this advice to staff and residents who are coping with the pandemic, “chocolate, bike rides and movies.” and says, “Find your center, take deep breaths, and know, this too shall pass.” When she bakes, she makes a chocolate chip cookie to rival Marvin’s, but “my mom’s challah is pretty famous.” Her favorite food of all time is 7-layer cake, which she served at her wedding. “I pray for good health, safety, and at this point I’d love to BBQ with friends, send my kids to camp without worrying and get a restful night sleep.”
She loves to bake cookies, play cards with her kids, and watch TV with her family, she counts Billy Joel, Stevie Wonder and running at the top of her list. “My kids tell me that every time a movie comes on, I always say – that’s my favorite!” She looks forward to playing Mahj with her friends, and says, “I’m kind of an old soul,” yearning for no masks, just snacks and wine!”
“Being a social worker brings me joy. Even though it’s not my role at JSL, I love bringing my skills into whatever I’m doing at the moment.”
Thank you, Leslie for all you do on behalf of our residents and volunteers at JSL!
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SHOP JSL'S ONLINE BOUTIQUE |
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BAGELS, SCHMEAR, AND VOLUNTEERS |
If you’re a JSL volunteer or want to be one, please join Leslie Katz on Mondays at 11:00 AM where she will lead a discussion on the latest JSL news with opportunities to volunteer in new and exciting ways.
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Meeting ID: 949 2936 8991
Passcode: 257970
Meeting ID: 949 2936 8991
Passcode: 257970
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Cauliflower Steak with
Pistachio Cream
Cauliflower Steak
- 2 heads cauliflower, sliced into steaks
- 4 tablespoons Gefen Olive Oil
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Pistachio Cream
- 2 cups shelled pistachios
- 1 ounce (30 grams) fresh parsley (optional)
- 1 avocado, sliced or cubed
- 2 and 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 cup Gefen Olive Oil
- 1/2 cup water
Optional Garnish
- chopped parsley
- pickled red onions
- pomegranate seeds
Prepare the Cauliflower Steak
- The cauliflower prep is a method more than a recipe. We’re looking for a creamy, soft interior with a deeply caramelized and browned exterior, and you need the following items to make that happen: a nondisposable baking pan, a hot oven, and oil. Cooking sprays will not cut it.
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees Celsius).
- Line two baking sheets with Gefen Parchment and lay out the cauliflower steaks. Drizzle liberally with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 40 minutes or until the bottoms are deep brown and the tops are getting crispy.
Prepare the Pistachio Cream
- Bring a medium pot of water to boil and blanch the pistachios for 30 seconds. Drain and move to a clean, lint-free towel. Rub vigorously with the towel until the brown skins come off. (You can skip this step and just have a less vibrantly green end result.)
- Transfer pistachios to the bowl of a food processor. Process on medium-high for at least seven minutes, stopping to scrape once or twice, until the nuts have formed a paste similar to marzipan. Add parsley (if using), avocado, and salt and process again.
- Stream in the oil and then the water, until it’s a thick, creamy smooth mixture, the texture of hummus. If it’s too thick, add another tablespoon of water at a time.
To Serve
- Spread the pistachio cream onto a platter and place the cauliflower on top.
- Bonus points for garnishing with chopped parsley, pomegranate seeds, or pickled red onions.
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Rabbi Dovid S. Polter, Community Chaplain
Kosher Weather
We are aware of kosher food and kosher (fit and qualified) sacred Jewish objects such as a mezuzah. To what else can we ascribe the term kosher?
Kosher means perfect, ripe, and ready. In his Book of Psalms (68:7) King David states that the story of Exodus (Passover) occurred in a kosher month. It was neither too hot nor too cold. This perfect month with its pleasant weather was chosen as the month in which the Israelites marched by foot out of Egypt. It’s always an added blessing to enjoy pleasant, kosher weather when traveling.
What does this teach us? How great is the benevolence of our Creator for not only redeeming the Israelites from Egyptian bondage but also creating the perfect and memorable setting. Indeed, every Passover falls at the beginning of Spring.
As we celebrate the second half of Passover this weekend, let us be grateful for the simple gifts, like an abundance of matzah and calm and balmy weather.
Enjoy the culminating days of Passover with a sunny spirit.
Shabbat Shalom by Phone - Enjoy some inspiration
Dial Toll free: 605-313-4107 Access code: 270368# (Reference number not needed). Dial # to hear the most recent recorded message.
Passover Seder Recording
Beginning Wednesday, March 24th please call the conference number and enjoy a half hour Passover Seder service filled with favorite melodies and insights.
Rabbi Dovid S. Polter Jewish Community Chaplaincy Program, Jewish Senior Life 248-592-5039 • dpolter@jslmi.org
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This newsletter was created by Jo Rosen and Amanda Martlock
We’re human, prone to mistakes, so if we erred in our newsletter, please forgive us!
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L’Chaim!
We are so grateful for your financial contributions.
Please continue your engAGEment with JSL.
Your support enhances the lives of our residents.
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Nancy Heinrich, Chief Executive Officer
Jennie Klepinger, Chief Financial Officer
Barbra Giles, Executive Director, Strategic Initiatives
Jo Strausz Rosen, Executive Director, Development
Dianne Azzopardi, Executive Director, Human Resources
Ron Colasanti, Executive Director, Dining Services
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People of all faiths and beliefs are welcome. |
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