NORMA JEAN & EDWARD MEER APARTMENTS

Discover Jewish Senior Life!

Contact Jackie Rosender

248-444-2430 jrosender@jslmi.org

GROWING OLDER

by Jo Strausz Rosen

You’re telling a story and feeling the joy as you look into the eyes of those around you …and then the word you’re about to use is somehow out of reach. Uh…pause …um … If you’re like me, it happens. I’m not afraid to admit this deficit occurs. I substitute another noun in its place and move on. I recognize that this is a symptom of aging. Like other organs, the human brain changes with age in both its physical structures and its ability to carry out various functions. Our brains are responsible for cognition, a term that includes memory, decision-making, processing speed, wisdom and learning. As we age, these functions change – a process called cognitive aging. Cognitive aging is not a disease; instead, it is a process that occurs in every individual, beginning at birth and continuing throughout their life span.

"THIS CHAIR ROCKS" BLOG BONUS

by Ashton Applewhite

Aging isn’t a problem to be solved. Or a disease to be cured. Or something icky that old people do. It’s how we move through life, and more of us are doing more of it than ever before in human history. What stands between us and making the most of these longer lives? Ageism: judging, stereotyping, and discriminating against people on the basis of how old we think they are.

FRIENDS

On the continuing topic of how much fun it is to gather in person again, I’m really excited about this year’s Lives Well Lived. We are focusing on storytelling, specifically stories about our older adults. As we grow older, we experience losses - friends, families, physical abilities, but we gain clarity and wisdom. While we may not be able to do everything, we know what’s important and can focus our energies on family, friends, hobbies, holidays, and, of course, our furry companions. Our writers are writing about all of that.

In addition to launching our book at the November 14 event, we will also enjoy a program of short (and very entertaining) documentaries about older adults and their unique activities. More information will follow. But the important items to note are:

1. This is going to be at least as much fun as last year’s Lives Well Lived: Aging in Style

2. Our sponsors are a very special group of people whose contributions fund enrichment in JSL residences and make this a place where older adulthood is an exciting adventure every day.

To purchase tickets or become a sponsor, please visit https://jslmi.org/events/jsls-lives-well-lived/.

And don’t forget, still coming up…

Holidays

We are looking for volunteers for a variety of holiday functions. If you’d like to help make the holidays special for JSL residents, please reach out to me at 248 592-5062 / brobinson@jslmi.org.

We are also looking for a volunteer to help residents pick out holiday outfits on Wednesday, August 23.

Fall Fashion Fun

On Tuesday, August 29 at Fleischman/Hechtman Residences and Wednesday, August 30 at Meer, at 1pm, our fabulous resident models will be showing off some of the boutique’s fall fashions. Come for cookies, coffee, and a first crack at shopping the boutique’s fall fashions! Every penny goes to support programs at JSL – so it’s guilt-free shopping.

Golda

The Maple Theater has invited us to have a special JSL screening of Golda on Wednesday, September 6 at 2pm. Tickets will be available at the door. They are $8 and include popcorn. We hope you’ll join us! If you have a family member at a JSL residence, this might be a nice family outing.

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We’re looking for volunteers to help dress our models for the fashion show and help seat residents at the Maple. Please call or email if you can lend a hand.

Shabbat Shalom.

 -Your FRIEND, Beth

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EDWARD I. & FREDA FLEISCHMAN RESIDENCE

Come see the JSL Difference!

Contact Janet Antin

248-967-4240 jantin@jslmi.org

JSL is hiring full and part time workers! Seeking a creative, active person to plan activities and enhance the lives of JSL residents. Join our Team   of Life Enrichment staff at Meer and Fleischman Residence. And, there are openings for social workers, dining services, personal care and maintenance staff. Check our career opportunities at 

https://jslmi.org/careers/.

JSL AUGUST HAPPENINGS

JSL ON CBS DETROIT

Tracey Proghovnick, Director of Residential Marketing and Community Relations for JSL, appeared on CBS Detroit to present the “Age in Motion" taking place during 'The Way to Wellness', an event at Meer Apartments, coming up Tuesday, August 22, in West Bloomfield. Call Tracey Proghovnick to register: 248-592-5048.

JSL DREAM CRUISE

Both heads and wheels turned as JSL Oak Park campus hosted the Senior Dream Cruise, with ice cream, music and dancing on a beautiful late summer day!

SOCK HOP AT

OAK PARK

At Teitel Apartments in Oak Park, socks were hoppin' in anticipation of the JSL Senior Dream Cruise. Residents were treated to root beer floats, , and enjoyed contests for the best “bobby socks" and1950’s trivia questions.

'Happy Days' were here again.

Above, left to right:

Staff members Nita Avery, Kim Lipman, Jennifer Staniszewski and Cheryl Stroud

VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT

For 17 years, Allan Wilson has been associated with JSL as a staff member and dependable volunteer. He led religious services in the Chapel at Fleischman and was the receptionist at the front desk. Then he moved over to Meer Apartments, where he manned the reception desk for more than 6 years.

AT HOME WORKOUT

Seniors Chair Exercise & Seated Elderly Workouts for Balance

As we age, our balance and stability deteriorates, making us more susceptible to falls. Falling injuries can cause broken bones and head injuries. Perform these exercises to improve your balance!

RECIPE OF THE WEEK

One-Pan Farro with Tomatoes

This is the recipe that converts all of the farro skeptics. It's easy (everything cooks at once, all together, with ingredients you probably already have around), quick, vegetarian/vegan-if-you-skip-the-parmesan, and tastes great!

FRIDAY FUNNY