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GOOD NEWS MADE IN THE JEWISH STATE THIS PAST WEEK 20 Israeli ICT companies showcase at Communicasia 2014. Twenty innovative Israeli Information and Communications Technology companies exhibited under the Israel National Pavilion at Asia’s most established ICT, broadcast and digital multimedia trade event. 50,000 people attended the four-day event in Singapore.

both Muslim and Jewish members has fled civil war-torn Syria and is now living in a government absorption center near Tel Aviv. The NGO Israel Flying Aid and an Israeli-American businessman orchestrated their escape.

Tiny propellers can steer to the cells.

Nano-sized propellers have been developed by researchers at Haifa’s TechnionIsrael Institute of Technology and at the Max Planck Institute in Germany. They have the potential to deliver cancer-killing chemicals directly to tumors without harming healthy cells.

New agro-tech factory for Georgia USA. Israel’s Haifa Group, manufacturer of fertilizers for agriculture and chemicals for the food industry, is to build a new controlled-release fertilizer manufacturing facility in Savanah, Georgia. The company will invest a reported $12 million and create about twenty new jobs.

Israel’s first thermo-solar power plant. Israel is set to enter the thermosolar arena by constructing the first thermo-solar field in Israel, at Ashelim in the Negev. The NIS 2.9 billion ($850 million) sun tower will generate 121MW of electric power (sufficient for a medium size Israeli city), which will be fed into the Israeli grid.

The best-designed handbag of 2014.

From over 1,500 applicants, the 2014 Bernina Best Handmade Handbag award went to Tel Aviv-based, two-woman design team, MeDusa. The Independent Handbag Designer Awards were founded in 2007 to celebrate handbag design and creativity from around the world.

Ester Rada chosen for World Music Expo. Israeli ethio-soul singer Ester Rada has been chosen to feature at the highly prestigious WOMEX (World Music Expo) festival in Spain in October. Organizers received over 850 showcase proposals and Rada was among the first 10 acts to be selected of the 60 to be spotlighted.

TowerJazz opens sales & support office in Japan. Israeli integrated circuit manufacturer TowerJazz will open a new office in Kyoto, Japan to support its venture with Panasonic. TowerJazz Panasonic Semiconductor Company already has 3 factories in Japan.

Nano-crystals to illuminate your display. (Thanks to Israel21c) Israel’s Qlight has won the Best Nanotech Company of the Year award at Nanotech Israel 2014.

Its nano-crystals enhance the quality and colors of LCD TV screens and LED lights while reducing energy consumption.

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n times of crisis in Israel, Atlanta residents are quick to want to help. Now, as Operation Protective Edge enters its second week, saving lives may be the most important thing anyone can do. Leading that effort – and sending first responders into harm’s way to rescue others – is Magen David Adom (MDA).

MDA, Israel’s emergency medical response and blood services organization, is on the front lines of Operation Protective Edge, rushing to the site of rocket attacks to save lives. MDA, one of Israel’s most trusted national organizations, relies heavily on its volunteers, who make up 87 percent of its 15,000 paramedics. Yet, to the surprise of many, the organization operates without Israeli government funding. It’s a unique situation that presents a bevy of challenges, particularly for its lifesaving ambulances.

Every year, MDA has the daunting task of replenishing approximately 12-15 percent of its entire fleet of ambulances (more than 120 vehicles). Unlike civilian cars or trucks, ambulances experience significant stress and wear-and-tear from high-speed maneuvers and the payloads they carry. The average life of an MDA ambulance is just 10 years, so a shortage could be devastating to MDA’s lifesaving efforts.

“MDA ambulances are like an animal that never gets off the endangered species list,” says Yoni Yagodovsky, director of international affairs at MDA. “There’s always the fear that there won’t be enough around.”

As the current hostilities continue in Israel, ambulances and other lifesaving equipment are critically needed. Already, there has been a 20 percent increase in MDA ambulance operations over the last two weeks, spreading the fleet thin. Supplies like defibrillators and also are strained.

“MDA is still in need of significant assistance and support because we don’t know how long this operation will last,” Yagodovsky said.

So while uncertainty prevails during Operation Protective Edge, MDA’s lifesaving efforts remain a fixture. And that is a mission anyone in Atlanta can support.

To make a donation to MDA and its lifesaving efforts, please visit www.afmda.org or call American Friends of MDA’s southeast regional office at 800.626.0046.

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n July 10th, The Friends of the IDF (FIDF) Southeast Region and The Temple welcomed IDF Major General Yaacov Ayish, Israel’s Defense & Armed Forces Attaché to North America, with over 250 FIDF supporters in attendance.

Major General Ayish provided a briefing of the IDF’s current activities associated with Operation Protective Edge. Additionally, General Ayish fielded several questions from the audience ranging from the success of the Iron Dome Missile System to the ongoing search for the Hamas operatives responsible for the kidnapping and murder of the three Yeshiva students.

The program included remarks from IDF Lone Soldier Corporal Asaf Stein, a member the IDF Golani Briage. Corporal Stein, who earned his Ph.D from University of AlabamaBirmingham, addressed the audience about the activities of his unit during the recent operations. Home for a three

week Lone Soldier visit, sponsored by the FIDF, Corporal Stein’s trip was cut short as he returned to Israel the next morning in support of Operation Protective Edge.

On Wednesday, July 9th, the IDF asked FIDF for help to meet specific well-being needs for the soldiers in the field, those operating the Iron Dome Missile Defense System, and those waiting for their next orders. In particular, the IDF has requested toiletry kits and snack packages.

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The FIDF sends IDF soldiers the message that there are people throughout the world who believe in them, who recognize what they are fighting for, and who have them in their thoughts and hearts as they stand on the frontlines.

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ark and I just signed the petition, We the People Your Voice In Our Government, on the website, www.petitions.whitehouse.gov, in support of Israel. It states, “support Israel unconditionally in whatever it needs to do to stop Hamas’ terrorism. It has the right to defend itself.” Surprisingly, the petition only has 800 signatures thus far.

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In contrast, one petition on the same website stating, “freeze all aid to Israel until it complies with international law and human rights” has 19,204 signatures. In addition, another petition stating, “condemn the Apartheid State of Israel for their Human Rights Violations against the Palestinian peoples” has 105,319 signatures.

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THE WALL, PREVIOUSLY A PLACE OF STORIES FROM A FAR-AWAY LAND, BECAME MY WALL

My husband, Fred, and I just returned from our first trip to Israel celebrating the milestone of our 30th wedding anniversary, an extraordinary adventure. We traveled with a neighboring synagogue, Gesher L’Torah, led by Rabbi Michael and Tracie Bernstein and about two dozen of their congregants. We began as strangers and soon became family.

I didn’t quite know what to expect and planned to write about significant experiences in the coming months. I packed my clothes, Enchanted Keys and an open mind. Two of our three children went on Birthright at the end of December and encouraged us to go.

When the women of our group received the invitation to pray with the Women of the Wall (WOW), there wasn’t any question that we would accept. It was a Divine synchronicity that we were there on Rosh Chodesh Sivan. I immersed myself in the task of seeking out the Divine sparks that have fallen into our material world and uplifting them. How perfect the theme fit with what occurred for me at the Kotel.

It was Friday morning, day five of our trip, when we arrived at the Wall. Hundreds of women were already gathered, praying, chanting, and dancing. We had been told to dress modestly, with shoulders and knees covered, as there are women at the entrance who would inspect us and cover those whom they deemed were dressed inappropriately. I wore a light, long-sleeved T-shirt and long white skirt. There were washing sta-

We had been warned of the possibility of being arrested for praying with the WOW and the chance of being subjected to protestors. From my limited knowledge of WOW, I imagined them as harsh and militant. That was so far from my experience. I used the Enchanted Key to Altered Perceptions.

I secured my kippah, recited the prayer before donning my tallit and was immediately pulled into the circle of whirling color and sound. We were handed WOW Siddurim to use during the service.

These women were so passionate in their prayer that I became overwhelmed with emotion. W o m e n moved in and out of the circle as we went up to the Wall to pray privately and slip our notes into the tiny crevices. It’s customary to back away from the Wall when leaving, as to not be disrespectful and turn our back to it.

I was not alone as I sobbed during much of this event. It was so moving to be at the Wall, previously a place of stories from a far-away land. It became my Wall in my Jerusalem. To be there for the first time with WOW only intensified it.

WOW followers state that they are law-abiding citizens in favor of freedom of religious conscience and freedom from discrimination on the basis of gender. Non-Orthodox practices at the site have been criminalized and protestors are outraged with what they see as a violation of local customs of the Orthodox, with women wearing tallit, kippot and tefillin. To this day, the women are not allowed to pray with a Torah scroll and, instead, read from the Siddurim while holding up Torah covers. Deuteronomy 22:5, reads, “A woman shall not wear that which pertaineth unto a man, neither shall a man put on a woman’s garment; for whosoever doeth these things is an abomination unto the LORD thy G-d.” How many of us, women, now wear pants to synagogue? It’s an interesting topic to explore.

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experience, in spite of two female protestors, during the Bat Mitzvah celebration of a 60-year old woman, also in Israel for the first time. Blessings for Torah study were being offered to her when one woman began aggressively shouting in Hebrew and shaking her finger at us. Someone translated her words to mean, “Shame on you! G-d is watching!” Another woman made her presence known, as she moved like an iguana on the sidelines, blending in and then appearing. She shouted similar sentiments while giving us the evil eye. A couple of women, in response, became angry, which felt cognitively dissonant. I, gently but firmly, held my hand up to the protestor, as if to say, “Stop” and shook my head, “No.” I asked a few women around who were disturbed by her to silently flood her with prayers of love rather than return the hateful energy she sent out to us. They were hesitant, saying I was “too nice” but I watched them let go of it and join me in that intention.

The protestor made a disgusted face

and walked away. She reappeared once more, following our group all the way to the gate when we left. We didn’t feel threatened by her but it made for a powerful discussion later on the bus.

This month of Tammuz, according to Kabbalah, is associated with the sense of sight. Corrected sight allows selflessness and unconditional love, with the left eye moving us away from that which is negative and training ourselves, through the right eye, to see what is positive as we look for goodness. This event offers hindsight and contemplation of foresight as well.

Meditation Focus: In what situations do you see an opportunity to look with corrected vision?

Dr. Terry Segal is a licensed marriage & family therapist, Ph.D. in energy medicine, hypnotherapist and author of “The Enchanted Journey: Finding the Key that Unlocks You.”

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Now we can expand the journey as we experience Judaism through an enchanted lens.

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ccording to the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), in America, 34 percent of adults over 20 face obesity problems. What is even more alarming is that 66 percent are overweight. These statistics represent a large number of people from all ethnic groups. Wellness has been defined as a new paradigm in health care. Over the past two decades, a variety of models of wellness have been proposed. The earliest ones are based on physical health, while the most recent ones identify the correlation between psychological well-being and the positive psychology movement. Thus, holism is considered the foundation of human wellness.

My name is Quincy Boykin, of Mind, Body & Soul Fitness, and P.T. As a health professional, my life mission/service to the community is to raise awareness of the importance of a healthy and stable mind, a strong and healthy body, and a soul nourished with positivity. Mind, Body, and Soul is an entity of Holistic International Ministries, a non-profit organization that is geared towards empowering the community through a holistic lifestyle which heals the whole person through spiritual mediation, therapy, and physical exercise.

With my 12 plus years of training experience and current enrollment at Bryan University for advance personal training and exercise science, I have helped Mind, Body, & Soul P.T. /HIM Inc. evolve. Because of our development, we have been able to empower organizations through organizational consulting and physical fitness by way of corporate boot camp challenges. With holism as the new paradigm, organizations can benefit from this concept, which allows physical fitness to enhance overall production, to boost morale of employees, and to lower cost of health care.

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Food allergies are a serious problem and can have lethal consequences if not diagnosed and managed properly. In fact, tragically, a couple of adolescents in Metro-Atlanta have recently died after accidentally ingesting a food to which they were allergic. For many people with life-threatening food allergies, choosing what to eat can be a frightening experience.

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problem. Therefore, they were all added back into her diet.

Suzie’s situation is typical for a number of children we have been seeing recently who have been struggling with diet limitations because of a misdiagnosis of food allergy. The takehome message is that the most important aspect in the management of food allergy is to have an accurate diagnosis.

This often includes more Dr. Stanley Fineman than one test and should Suzie had eaten all of the suspect be confirmed by an allergy specialist. foods without a problem prior to the Editor’s note: Dr.Stanley Fineman is blood test report. In our office, her al- the Past President of American College lergy skin tests were negative to foods, of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology and but interestingly she did have positive was recognized in Atlanta Magazine’s reactions to inhalants including house Top Docs and Best Doctors in Georgia. dust mite and dog dander. She also He is currently an allergist at Atlanta had oral food challenges in our office Allergy & Asthma, www.atlantaallerand Suzie was able to tolerate milk, gy.com/ 770-953-3331 peanuts and wheat proteins without a PERSONAL CARE • RESPITE CARE • COMPANION CARE • MEDICAL CARE • HOME MANAGEMENT • DEMENTIA CARE

Food allergies also impact other family members. A recent study confirmed that more than 60 percent of caregivers reported that food allergy significantly impacted their home meal preparations and almost half reported that it had an influence on family social activities as well. Children with food allergies also have a higher incidence of being bullied by their peers.

According to the National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, about 4-8percent of children and 2 percent of adults have food allergies. The most common triggers, causing 90 percent of allergic reactions, include egg whites, cow’s milk, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, soybeans and wheat. The incidence of food allergy has been increasing with a recent report of an 18 percent increase from 1997 to 2007. However, some experts have noted that it is unclear if this increase is accurate as food allergy is frequently misdiagnosed. This was the situation with Suzie.

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runches, sit-ups, planks, dead bugs, the super crunch 3000 and (insert-new-andimproved-core-exercise-here), do not remove body fat. Target fat loss does not work. However, when you pick up a health and fitness magazine, you’ll likely see a fit woman showing off her washboard abs. The headline might say, “7 Secrets to get a Flat Stomach,” and the article will offer seven different variations of crunches and sit-ups… lies.

When you do cardio at a low-intensity, you burn a high percentage of fat. The key word in that sentence is percentage. Stay with me here, but when you do sprint intervals, you burn a lower percentage of fat. Again, pay attention to the word percentage.

Here’s the kicker: Sprint intervals burn more fat. Notice how there was no mention of percentage? That’s because when you do sprint intervals you are working a lot harder than when you are doing low-intensity cardio. So, even though the percentage of fat you are using is lower in sprint intervals,

you are still burning more actual fat compared to when you do low-intensity cardio exercises.

Your body puts on fat in a very specific order, based on your specific DNA code. For example: legs, then hips, stomach, face, and neck. When you want to get rid of that body fat, it comes off in reverse order. In this particular case: neck first, then face, followed by stomach, then hips, and finally legs.

Want to really know how to get rid of your belly fat, your thigh fat, and your least favorite fat? Sprints.

Sprint intervals, to be more exact. In this case, a sprint doesn’t just mean running fast. You can hop on a bike and “sprint” and rest and sprint over and over again to make it an interval.

The same goes for a rowing machine, bike or even an elliptical. Whatever it is that you choose to do, do it fast for a short amount of time, then rest for a short amount of time, and then repeat.

The same idea can be implemented with different exercises or circuits. For instance, choose a couple of exercises that you can do quickly and safely. Go

through the workout fast, then rest and repeat. This gives you the biggest bang for your buck and gets rid of f-at. Listed below are some time and rest intervals that will kick-start your body into fat-burning hyper drive (make sure you warm up first).

• 15-second sprint, 40-second rest x 12 reps • 30-second sprint, 60-second rest x 10 reps • 60-second sprint, 120-second rest x 8 reps

If you are just starting out on your fitness quest, stick to low-intensity cardio exercises and build on that for a while; maybe work your way up to sprint intervals every other day. Now, go.

Editor’s note: Suzanne Cypert is the General Manager for the Concourse Athletic Club in Sandy Springs. For more information call (770)698-2009 or visit www.wellbridge.com/concourse-athletic-club/sandy-springs.

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unshine Retirement Living believes in offering its residents the absolute best in preventative care services.

One of the benefits of living at Dunwoody Pines Retirement Community is that its residents have access to the on-site fitness center 24-hours a day.

In addition, they offer complimentary fitness training five days a week including Tai Chi, Aqua Aerobics and Happy Bones Balance and Mobility Training.

Their team of wellness professionals includes certified fitness instructors and physical therapists. They are always available before and after their classes to answer any specific questions their residents or guests may have.

Another benefit of living at Dunwoody Pines is their healthy, chef-prepared meals, served restaurant-style in their beautiful dining rooms. They are pleased to offer a flexible menu, encouraging their residents to order a variety of healthy meal options that they enjoy.

While they believe a healthy lifestyle to be the foundation for successful aging, they also feel that part of aging well includes continuing to do the things that you are passionate about.

For this reason they offer a variety of activities that allow their residents to continue to enjoy the things that they love. Some of their residents’ passions include quilting, painting, golfing, fishing, traveling or continued education.

They are passionate about providing seniors with the tools to age well, including having access to quality food, adequate activity, ample sleep, a supportive community and time spent in a natural environment. Their wellness and activity programs are centered around these themes, providing their residents with all that they need to lead the healthy and active lifestyle that they deserve.

Editor’s note: For more about Dunwoody Pines, contact Denise Park, Wellness Director, Sunshine Retirement Living Certified Personal Trainer, FallProof Certified Instructor at (770) 872-0749

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Walk Your Way to Better Health

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or many people, understanding how to form a fitness regimen can be the biggest barrier to forming healthy fitness habits. The good news? You don’t need to join a gym, buy a bike, or pay for Zumba classes to get fit. Walking is one of the most basic and versatile forms of physical fitness there is- and you already know how to do it.

Why Walk?

According to the Mayo Clinic, regular, brisk walking can help you lose weight, increase your energy, lower your blood pressure, prevent heart disease, strengthen your bones, lift your mood, and improve your balance and coordination. According to Kaiser Permanente’s Every Body Walk! campaign, walking will reduce

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your anxiety and increase your focus.

Walking is such an effective exercise tactic that, in 2013, the Surgeon General of the United States began a campaign to promote walking as a way of preventing health problems associated with lack of physical exercise.

Your Weekly Prescription The Center for Disease Control recommends that adults need 150 minutes of moderate exercise every week, which is only five 30 minute walks a week. Sound daunting?

When you think about the amount of time you spend using your smartphone, computer, or television, 30 minutes seems like a small sacrifice to make for the sake of your health.

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fitness partner to exercise with you, and walking is one of the most communal forms of exercise. You can’t necessarily run with friends or have a conversation while doing yoga, but walking invites interaction and conversation. “Walking is what brought me together with my best friends. We began walking together 5 years ago to fundraise for breast cancer, and we’ve been inseparable ever since,” says Alice Scott, an Atlanta 2-Day Walk for Breast Cancer participant.

walking, you could be increasing your life expectancy by about 2 hours. So tell me, do you want to watch that rerun of Seinfeld, or are you ready for a walk?

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Getting Started

Walk for Breast Cancer is a Georgia non-profit dedicated to raising funds for breast health and breast cancer treatment across the state of Georgia.

This year’s Atlanta 2-Day Walk for Breast Cancer is October 11-12, 2014.

For more information, or to donate or walk, please visit www.2daywalk.org.

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Find the time, and step outside and walk. Whether it’s before work, during your lunch break, on your way to the grocery store, late at night, or with your friends, each day there are multiple opportunities for you to improve your health by taking a simple 30 minute walk, once your physical stamina increases, pick up the pace,

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JF&CS Transports Disabled and Elderly “IT IS ABOUT MORE THAN JUST GETTING TO A DESTINATION” SPECIAL FOR THE AJT

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magine how difficult it is to have places to go — like work, doctors appointments or even just the grocery store — but you physically are unable to get there. Everyone needs reliable transportation; it is a critical part of living independently. Thanks in part to the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta (JFGA) and the longtime support of Barbara and Ed Mendel, Alterman/JETS has been able to provide moderately priced transportation to older adults and adults with developmental disabilities for almost 20 years.

Alterman/JETS is run by a very professional and caring staff, including longtime drivers Ed and Mike. Together, they represent a combined total of 28 years with the agency. In addition, we call on volunteer drivers to help by providing some rides in their own vehicles.

“The program offers so much flexibility to so many,” said Ellen Gebel, who has been a volunteer driver for nearly three years. “It is so easy to give back, and the people I drive are such a pleasure!” Bonnie Steinfeld, who has been a volunteer for seven years, agreed. “I always meet the most interesting people. It is such a pleasure.”

For volunteer driver Susan Segal, Alterman/JETS hits very close to home.

Her sister, an adult with developmental disabilities, is a participant of Jewish Family & Career Services of Louisville. Susan’s sister receives transportation through the program, and being a volunteer driver here in Atlanta is how Susan reciprocates.“You don’t realize how difficult life can be until the ability to drive is taken away. This type of service allows someone who cannot drive to live his or her life to the fullest, so I am delighted to participate. It helps me feel a sense of community.”

“I’m so glad we are able to offer this service,” said Betsy Brody, Alterman/JETS Tansportation Coordinator. “Transportation is such a key need for those unable to drive. It is about more than just getting to a destination. It’s about freedom and control of one’s life and can have quite an impact on one’s mental well-being.

The commitment from these staff members and volunteers makes Alterman/ JETS a reality and betters the lives of so many every day.

Editor’s note: Alterman/JETS also provides wheelchair-accessible transportation to clients who are 60 years or older or who have a disability. They must live within our service area. For more information about becoming a client or to become a volunteer driver, call 770.677.9339.

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Atlanta Hearing Associates Listen to Your Needs EXPERIENCE THE JOYS OF BETTER HEARING SPECIAL FOR THE AJT

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rashing waves, birds chirping, and the laughter of children — life is filled with beautiful sounds! The enjoyment of everyday life means hearing the world around you and communicating with others…so when was the last time you had your hearing checked?

If you are like most, you take the time to get an annual physical and have your cholesterol, eyes and teeth checked regularly, but what about your hearing?

If it’s time for you to have your hearing checked, it’s best to find an audiologist in your area. An audiologist is a master’s or doctorate level professional who evaluates and treats hearing and related disorders, including tinnitus and dizziness. During a hearing screening or evaluation, the audiologist examines your ears. If wax

is present, it may be removed in the office prior to testing. Your hearing is tested with the use of a sound-treated booth. Following the evaluation, your audiologist will discuss your results with you and, if hearing aids are recommended, he/she will present you with appropriate options.

Perhaps even more important than any hearing aid technology is the knowledge and expertise of your audiologist, as well as the relationship you build. Make sure you voice your expectations, as no two patients’ needs are the same. Does he/she listen to your needs and relate them to the technology and fine-tuning that is best for you? Your audiologist should be flexible and should offer different options that will fit into your budget.

If you choose a hearing device, it will take you time to acclimate to your new amplification, so you need to use considerable care after the initial fit-

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ting. During the first month of wearing your new hearing aids, you should expect to have two or more appointments. Also factor in an additional appointment at least every six months to clean and check your hearing aids to make sure they are working optimally.

Don’t delay. The first step toward better hearing is a hearing screening. Our licensed audiologists can determine if further testing and/or treatment is necessary. Screenings can also be used to provide a baseline that can be referenced and tested against later.

These are not your grandfather’s hearing aids. The digital revolution has made a huge impact on the way hearing aids look, feel and work.

Today’s advanced hearing technology offers maximum performance for minimal effort. They can automatically turn mumbling into clear speech, reduce background noise, and fit comfortably. The newest devices provide a more natural listening experience and are small and inconspicuous, or even invisible. Some have the capability to make and receive phone calls and stream music.

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to discreetly change the hearing aid’s volume.

Sight connects us with things; hearing connects us with people. Our audiologists are dedicated to keeping you in touch with your family and friends. Give us the opportunity to demonstrate the joys of better hearing. At Atlanta Hearing Associates, we connect you with the people and places you love. Call today for your free hearing screening and ask about 55.

For more information, please visit www.HearAtlanta.com, or call Atlanta Hearing Associates at (404) 500-1026.

We have several locations, but specialize in tinnitus evaluations and treatment in our Toco Hills and Dunwoody clinics. Take control of your tinnitus today, and schedule an evaluation.

WellStar Focuses on Children at New Pediatric Center EXPANDING THE QUALITY AND ACCESSIBILITY OF PEDIATRIC CARE SPECIAL FOR THE AJT

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ellStar Health System is expanding the quality and accessibility of pediatric care in Northwest Georgia. WellStar Pediatric Center opened its doors in Kennesaw July 7, offering a range of medical services specifically designed for patients ages 0 to 21.

Families in Northwest Georgia often travel long distances to receive pediatric care tailored for young patients. With WellStar Pediatric Center, families can stay close to home and receive a wide range of services. Patients will benefit from low-dose radiation imaging tests, sports injury rehabilitation, pedia-

child-sized scanner, known as a “kitten scanner,” is paired with an interactive cartoon which allows young kids to scan an alligator, a robot and other toys. They’ll see the scan of the toy on the screen and hear the story of how the toy ended up needing the scan.

trician office visits and afterhours care.

Once in the imaging suite, children are soothed by a living projection of an environment of their choosing, such as a seascape view from a submarine window or a cartoon jungle scene with monkeys and zebras.

Accompanying music and natural lighting further sets the scene to make the patients as comfortable as possible.

Surrounded by comforting aquatic décor and caring team members, pediatric patients will enjoy playing with kidfriendly technology including an interactive fish tank wall in the waiting room. The center’s specially trained pediatric experts include radiologists, pediatricians, subspecialists, physical therapists and supportive child life specialists – professionals who guide and reassure children and their parents during tests and procedures.

Children often do not understand medical tests – something that may cause them to feel anxious or scared.

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The OrthoSport WellStar Rehabilitation area will feature the use

of a low-impact Hydro Track, an underwater treadmill that cuts recovery time in half in a safe environment.

Editor’s note: The WellStar Pediatric Center will be open seven days a week to accommodate patients and their parents. The new WellStar Pediatric Center is located at 1180 Barrett Parkway NW in Kennesaw. Visit wellstar.org/forchildren or call 770956-STAR (7827) for more information.

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“Our smallest patients require specialized care,” said Avril Beckford, M.D., chief pediatric officer for WellStar Health System. “Parents have been traveling long distances and experiencing long waits to receive pediatric care. WellStar Pediatric Center provides the child-centered care in our community that parents have been asking for. WellStar is able to deliver on our mission to provide world-class care close to home for families in Northwest Georgia.”

“Through play, these little patients will learn what to expect during their own imaging tests,” Beckford said. “We wanted to give them these fun tools to help calm fear of the unknown and turn the experience into something new and fun.”

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Safety When a person develops dementia, particularly Alzheimer’s disease, her safety is often at risk. For example, your loved one may drink mouthwash because she is thirsty, she may wander outside of her residence and get lost, or she may not know what to do in an emergency situation, such as a fire.

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often get asked, “When will my loved one need memory care instead of assisted living?” Memory care is a specialized program that is designed for individuals with dementia who require more structured activity and hands on care than what is typically offered in general assisted living. Quality memory care facilities extensively train their staff members in dementia care and have higher staff to resident ratios than in the assisted living section. They also have a program director dedicated to the resident activities and a licensed nurse dedicated solely to the resident’s medical care.

Memory care typically offers a secured and locked environment, so outside access only occurs with a staff or family member escort.

In many circumstances, when your loved one develops dementia, her reasoning and judgment, along with her social filters, can be impacted. For example, she may not understand why it’s important to shower or she may take off her clothes in public. When your loved one exhibits inappropriate behaviors, it can cause great discomfort to those around her. If your loved one is placed in assisted living, other residents may not tolerate this type of behavior or may make fun of your loved one. As a result, your loved one can become socially isolated and depressed. In a memory care program, this type of behavior is expected, less offensive to other residents, and dealt with compassionately.

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Unfortunately, many people who develop dementia are not able to plan their own activities and social engagements, either because they forget to do so, or become overwhelmed and confused. Memory care programs are structured to help your loved one remain active and give your loved one support throughout the entire day.

Activities should be meaningful and geared specifically toward those with cognitive challenges. In addition, activities should help support the spirit of the person, Activities like music, dance, drumming, arts, and aroma therapy will help accomplish this goal. General assisted living communities offer programs, but expect the residents to engage in them mostly on their own.

Does Sylvia Require Assisted Living or Memory Care?

Two years ago, Sylvia was diagnosed with dementia and has been living at home, but her dementia is progressing. She is having frequent issues with incontinence, remembering to shower and failing to change her incontinence briefs. She struggles with what to fix for meals and seems to have forgotten much of her cooking skills.

She spends most of her day sleeping or watching TV and doesn’t want to do anything else. Her family doesn’t think she should live at home and believes assisted living care would be the best thing for her.

However, Sylvia would most likely benefit from memory care. Sylvia was unable to remember how to cook, so it is possible, as exhibited by other elders with dementia, that she could forget to turn a burner off, creating a fire hazard. Sylvia’s refusal to take a bath could result in health issues, such as skin breakdown or urinary tract infections. Lastly, Sylvia is interested in few activities and is at risk for depression. In quality memory programs, the activities engage the elder. This could greatly improve Sylvia’s quality of life.

Sylvia would be able to participate in supervised music, exercise, craft and cooking programs and would be able to enjoy the companionship of other residents and the interaction from staff.

Bottom line: Memory care programs should provide a sense of warmth, comfort and safety for your loved one, which should help both you and your loved one feel more at ease.

Nancy Kriseman is an author and licensed clinical social worker who specializes in working with older people and their families. This column is about helping families make the best decisions possible and be proactive when supporting and caring for elder family members. To contact Nancy, you can visit her website at www.nancykriseman.com, or her Facebook page, or twitter feed @GeriatricMSW.

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Breman Home Wins Award

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he William Breman Jewish Home (WBJH), a Jewish Home Life Community, has been selected as the 2014 recipient of the Silver Achievement in Quality Award by the American Health Care Association and the National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL). Implemented

by AHCA/NCAL in 1996, the National Quality Award Program is a competitive, three-level certification (Bronze, Silver and Gold) that highlights centers serving as models of excellence in providing high-quality long term care.

Of the 298 applications considered, WBJH was one of 77 centers nationwide and only 7 in Georgia to receive the Silver-level award this year. WBJH is also the only non-profit nursing home in Georgia to be chosen. Applicants begin the quality improvement process at the Bronze level and must receive an award at each level before proceeding to the next. WBJH received the Bronze award in 2010.

“As a recipient of the Silver Achievement in Quality Award, The William Breman Jewish Home has demonstrated systematic advancements in quality, plans for continual improvement and sustainable organizational goals,” said Ed McMahon, Ph.D., Chair of the AHCA/NCAL National Quality Award Board of Overseers. “I commend them for this achievement.”

The award will be presented to WBJH during AHCA/NCAL’s 65th Annual Convention and Exposition, October 5-8, 2014, in Washington, D.C. “I am very proud that The Home was selected as a recipient of this award,” said WBJH Senior Vice President/Administrator Beth Laxton. “This honor is a testament to our ongoing commitment and long-standing tradition of continuous quality improvement. We look forward to developing approaches and achieving performance levels that meet the criteria required for the Gold Award in the future.”

Protect Yourself from Skin Cancer MAINTAINING HEALTHY SKIN SPECIAL FOR THE AJT ccording to the American Cancer Society, skin cancer is the most common form of cancer for those living in the United States and more than two million cases of skin cancer are newly diagnosed each year. Protect yourself this sunny season so you can enjoy being outside – cancer free.

Plan ahead. If possible, avoid being outdoors between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., when the sun’s rays are the most harmful. If you are outside during peak hours, seek shade or covered areas.

Wear and reapply sunscreen. Choose an SPF of at least 30 and apply at least 20 minutes before going outside. Reapply every two hours, especially if you are sweating or swimming because sunscreen particles break apart after exposure to the sun. And don’t forget to apply sunscreen on overcast days too —clouds do not block UV rays; they filter them— and sometimes only slightly.

Accessorize. Wear tightly woven, bright-colored clothing that covers most of the body. Wear a wide-brimmed hat and choose wrap-around sunglasses that absorb 100 percent of UV rays to help protect your eyes and the surrounding skin.

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trol, can make your skin extra sensitive to sun exposure. Check with your doctor to see if yours may have such an effect.

Protect yourself indoors. Many adults think that they only need to wear sunscreen if they are going to be outside.

Wrong. Driving and working in a building with many windows also puts your skin at risk for sun damage. UV rays easily penetrate through glass. Wear sunscreen every day to protect yourself year round. Single-use packs can be easily stored in the glove department of your car or at your desk.

Ditch the tanning bed. In the U.S. alone, 419,000 new skin cancer cases are attributed to indoor tanning each year.

In fact, a recent study reveals that the number of skin cancer cases due to tanning beds is higher than the number of lung cancer cases due to smoking worldwide. Continued exposure also brings wrinkles, brown spots, blotchiness and leathery looking skin — not exactly the “look” you’re trying to achieve when fake baking.

Free Skin Cancer Screenings Beginning in May, Northside Hospital will be hosting free skin cancer screenings this spring and summer to help you understand your risk for developing skin cancer. For dates, locations and registration information go to northside.com/ skincancerscreenings

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Programs for Atlanta’s Homeschool Students Due to the overwhelming successful inaugural year of the Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta’s (MJCCA) Homeschool Extras program, the MJCCA is thrilled to offer many new and returning extracurricular activities for Metro Atlanta’s homeschool students during the 2014-2015 school year.

The MJCCA’s 52-acre, state-of-the-art campus is located at 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody. Offered on a semester basis, Homeschool Extras programming is uniquely designed for three age groups: 4-6, 7-9, and 10-13. Programs are offered between 10:00 am–1:00 pm, Monday-Thursday and are not limited to MJCCA members. For more information, contact Ashley Cohen at 678.812.3867, homeschool@atlantajcc.org; or visit www.atlantajcc.org/homeschool.

Les Misérables Comes to the MJCCA Stage MJCCA Arts & Culture is pleased to present Les Misérables, a new production of Boublil and Schönberg’s, running August 7 – 17, 2014, at the MJCCA’s Morris & Rae Frank Theatre. Tickets are $15-29. This program is recommended for ages 14 and up. For information, call 678.812.4002 or visit www. atlantajcc.org/boxoffice.

MJCCA Day Camps: Where It Truly Feels Like Summer

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MJCCA Day Camps is where the magic of summer begins. This summer, the MJCCA will welcome more than 1,800 campers (from pre-K to 10th grade) for the most enriching Jewish day camping experience in the South, with more than 100 day camp options. MJCCA Summer Day Camps offer: Traditional Camps, Specialty Camps, Teen Camps, Performing Arts Camps, and Sports Camps.

MJCCA Day Camps run through August 8. Weeks are still available. Call 678.812.4000, or visit www.atlantajcc.org/daycamps.

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KISS to Perform in Atlanta

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nown for its members’ face paint and flamboyant stage outfits, KISS has become one of the iconic American rock bands. KISS, one of the world’s best selling-bands of all times, returns to Atlanta Friday, July 18 to perform at Aaron’s Amphitheatre at Lakewood. Formed in 1970, the band has had several different members since its creation. Currently, the band is led by Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, Eric Singer, and Tommy Thayer.

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Paul Stanley, the only American-born Jewish member of KISS, was born Stanley Bert Eisen. Stanley was born in upper Manhattan to two Jewish parents. His mother came from a family that fled Nazi Germany to Amsterdam, and then to New York. His father’s parents were from Poland. Stanley was raised in the Jewish faith.

Garfield’s Return to the Big Screen

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Coming to theaters in November 2015, the film is set in the 17th century and follows two Jesuit priests who face violence and persecution when they travel to Japan to locate their mentor and to spread the gospel of Christianity. Andrew Garfield will play leading character, Father Rodrigues, a 17th century Portuguese Jesuit who travels to Japan with a fellow priest (Adam Driver) amid rumors that Rodrigues’ mentor has abandoned the Church.

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Garfield was born in Los Angeles, California. His paternal grandparents were from Jewish immigrant families who had moved to London from Eastern Europe. The family surname was originally “Garfinkel.”

Garfield describes himself as Jewish.

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he Atlanta Boy Choir, now performing in Poland, has attracted record breaking audiences at their concerts thus far. The choir was invited to Poland because of their past relationship with recently consecrated Polish Saint John Paul II.

Under the direction of Maestro Fletcher Wolfe, founder of the choir some 56 years ago, the choir will travel on to Prague, Czech Republic later this week where they will perform at the great Tyn Cathedral. Prior to this concert, the choir will visit the concentration camp in Theresienstadt where over 15,000 young children perished during the Second World War. The choir will sing “I Never Saw Another Butterfly,” based on the poems written by some of the children who were in this camp. The American Diplomatic Consulate in Prague is expected to be in attendance at this concert.

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Monday evening’s performance in the great St. John’s Archcathedral in Warsaw was attended by many Polish notables including famous artist Jerzy Kalina. In a very special presentation, one of the choir’s young Jewish boys gave Piotr Kadlcik, the Warsaw Federation President, some 400 kippot or yarmulkes for the Warsaw Jewish Community. Bryce Zimmerman, son of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Salzman and Mr. David Zimmerman, made the presentation in honor of his Bar Mitzvah which will occur on June 28th at Atlanta’s Temple Sinai Synagogue.

Atlanta has many things to be proud of, but none more than their famous Atlanta Boy Choir.

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Congregation Dor Tamid: A Center of Lifelong Learning FURTHER YOUR JEWISH EDUCATION AT ANY AGE SPECIAL FOR THE AJT The Preschool Place has generous scholarships available for Pre-K through the ALEF Fund!

“Surely this instruction which I enjoin upon you this day is not too baffling for you, nor is it beyond reach. It is not in the heavens, that you should say, ‘Who among us can go up to the heavens and get it for us and impart it to us that we may observe it?’ Neither is it beyond the sea, that you should say, ‘Who among us can cross to the other side of the sea and get it for us and impart it to us, that we may observe it?’ No, the thing is very close to you, in your mouth and in your heart, to observe it.” – Deuteronomy 30:11-14 “As a rabbi and an educator these Torah verses so aptly reflect my philosophy of Jewish education. A deep and heartfelt connection to Judaism is not too lofty a goal; it is not only for the

very learned. Our rich heritage can be relevant and accessible to all of us. As I continue serving Congregation Dor Tamid (“CDT”) in Johns Creek for a second year in my newly expanded role as Director of Lifelong Learning, I am thrilled for the opportunities to continue to actualize my vision through some innovative changes,” said Rabbi Lauren Cohn.

The Preschool Place at CDT, offers our youngest learners – two, three, and four-year olds – an experiential, exciting, and engaging environment with loving teachers, strong academics, music, and arts. We are extremely fortunate to offer our Pre-K students generous scholarships through the Alef Fund. This year, we’re thrilled that our own clergy will be teaching Judaics and we are proud to introduce our “Adopt a Bubbie/Zaydie Program.”

Our Religious School students,

PreK-12th grade, will enjoy a new school wide spiral curriculum from the Goldring/Woldenberg Institute for Southern Jewish Life. We are pleased to offer a developmentally appropriate curriculum that caters to a variety of different learners with a focus on a multitude of content areas.

Our Adult Education offerings have expanded in frequency and content. Between the classes and courses about historical events, cultural experiences, the Jewish calendar, and Jewish values, we know that all of our adult students will enjoy Jewish learning.

Congregation Dor Tamid is a Reform synagogue in Johns Creek, Georgia under the direction of Rabbi Michael Weinstein. CDT’s Director of Lifelong Learning, Rabbi Lauren Cohn holds a Master of Hebrew Letters and a Master of Jewish Educa-

tion from the Hebrew Union College – Jewish Institute of Religion and has the title of Reform Jewish Educator from the Reform Jewish Educator Title Granting Commission. Mike Zuspan serves as the Cantorial Soloist.

Editor’s note: For more information about CDT, membership, or educational programs, contact us at 770623-8860 or www.dortamid.org.

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Excited and loving big sisters are Sarah and Jamie.

Proud grandparents are Denia and Haim Mekyten of Tel Aviv, Israel, and Phyllis M. Cohen of Atlanta. Delighted great-grandparents are Thelma M. Ornstein of Atlanta, and Sarah and Zacharia Hanash of Tel Aviv, Israel.

Chabad of Cobb’s New Mikvah A HISTORICAL FIRST FOR THE COBB COUNTY JEWISH COMMUNITY

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n Tue., July 1, the Cobb County Jewish Community made history at a groundbreaking ceremony for its first mikvah. A mikvah is a Jewish ritual pool that is a central part of three and a half thousand years of Jewish tradition. It has many functions in Jewish life.

“Jewish tradition teaches that a mikvah is more critical to the needs of the community than the synagogue itself. So this truly marks a major development and step forward for the local Jewish community.” explains Rabbi Ephraim Silverman, director of Chabad of Cobb. There are many detailed laws that are critical to a mikvah’s construction and the local community is working with its world renowned experts who are guiding the construction.

“In recent years, many more women have begun using the mikvah and we look forward to our new mikvah serving the growing demand and interest,” says Chani Silverman, co-director of Chabad of Cobb. In the modern era, mikvahs have been constructed to resemble elaborate and upscale spas, allowing the aesthetics to express the inner beauty and sanctity of this tradition.

The groundbreaking event began around dusk with government officials, including Attorney General Sam Olens joining.

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Sara Talansky, age102 and a half, passed away on Thur., July 3. She was born in Philadelphia, Pa. in 1912, where she grew up and married Charles, the love of her life. They moved to Canton, OH, and then to Atlanta, and later to Hallandale, Fla, where they lived until Charles’ death. At that time, Sara moved back to Atlanta and lived at The Renaissance on Peachtree. Her children Beverly Miller, Lenore Zisser, and JerryTalansky, were very active in her life here. Her grandchildren Robert Miller, Brian Cohn, and Allison Cohn loved being with her whenever they could. Her great grandchildren Owen, Graham, and Finn Shoemaker, and Clark and Jessica Miller enjoyed spending as much time in her company as was possible since they all live outside of Atlanta. At The Renaissance, she was the primary organizer for all the card games in the building. If she was there, she wanted to be included, and if she couldn’t be, she was quite unhappy. It was tough beating Sara at cards. Bingo was her other passion, and losing wasn’t an option. If she lost, it was because of poor lighting over her head, a bad caller, or terrible cards.

Mealtime was an experience with Sara. If she didn’t send something back every meal, her experience wasn’t complete. Restaurants were a funny time too, because “I’m 102 and I can say anything I want to the server.” Sunday dinners were usually a family affair, and some members of the family occasionally found excuses to miss the meal. God forbid someone ordered a soft drink instead of making their own lemonade with water, lemon, and sweetener. Those times will be missed by all. Her passion was shopping, usually returning everything she bought. The usual haunts were any Dollar Store, any Target, any Walmart, but especially any Costco. Just give her a shopping cart to lean on and turn her loose. It was very difficult to find her because she was too short to see her over the tops of the aisles, so you would have to check every aisle, usually finding her at the food sample tables. Before leaving Costco, Sara always had a hotdog. It was a tradition which she upheld almost up to the day she died. Everyone who met Sara loved her immediately.

She always had something nice to say about everyone. All of her children’s friends admired her and loved being with her. Her three caregivers, Dee Williams, Latonya Thomas and Tia Mann were her biggest cheering squad and she loved them all. The staff at The Renaissance was saddened to hear about Sara, because she was such a dynamo there.

We will all miss her. If you would like to remember Sara Talansky with a contribution, please send your request to Greenfield Hebrew Academy of Atlanta. Funeral arrangements by Dressler’s. Burial at Arlington Cemetery.

Sylvia Freedman Cooper, 97, of Atlanta passed away July 10, 2014. Sylvia was a native of Atlanta and lived here most of her life. She was a lifetime member at AA Synagogue. She always had a zest and passion for life and had many friends that she held dearly. She was happiest when in the company of family and friends who adored her. Sylvia was always the life of the party and social events. She was a kind friend and a loving sister, mother and grandmother. Sylvia is survived by her children: Larry (Carol) Cooper, Faye Ellen (Bernie) Slutsky, Carol (Rob) Auld; brother, Milton Freedman; many doting grandchildren: Cathy (Michael) Tierney, Jonathan (Staci) Cooper, Kevin Cooper, Amanda (Chuck) Cohn, Vickie (Dave) Blumenthal, Mindy (Tom) Madson, Jeffrey Slutsky, Brian (Molly) Auld, Sara (Todd Hurst) Auld, David Auld, Michael Auld, as well as several nieces and fourteen great grandchildren. Sylvia is preceded in death by her beloved husband Simon A. Cooper of blessed memory. Special thanks to Sylvia’s long term devoted caregiver, Ena Dawes.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to AA Synagogue, Weinstein Hospice, or a charity of one’s choice. The funeral service was held Friday, July 11, 2014 at 2:00 pm at Ahavath Achim Synagogue and the Interment was held at Crest Lawn Memorial Park. Arrangements by Dressler’s Jewish Funeral Care (770) 451 – 4999.

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Stanford Shulman 84, Atlanta

Stanford Shulman, age 84, of Atlanta, died July 7, 2014. Survivors include his loving wife of 54 years, Margaret Ann Shulman; daughter and son-inlaw, Holly and Rick Hellman, Swarthmore, Pennsylvania; daughter and sonin-law, Denise and Edward Stein, Atlanta; daughter and son-in-law, Gail and Stephan Frank, Roswell, Georgia; sister-in-law, Irma Shulman-Weiner,

Bernice Berman Lipton Bernice Berman Lipton, age 99, a native of Atlanta, died on July 4. She was predeceased by her adored husband of over 60 years, Nathan Lipton, her honored parents, Gus and Gussie Berman as well as her sisters and brothers to whom she was a caring, concerned sibling. Her immense empathy and love for others, her dry sense of humor, charm and personality endeared her to a wide range of friends and people. Her unconditional love for her family seemed to be endless. Her life lessons now have touched her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Bernice is survived by her loving sons and daughters-in-law, George and Camille Lipton, Atlanta; Steve and Kathy Lipton, Roswell and Richard Lipton, Panama City, FL; grandchildren: Kristen and Ben Hoots, Laurie and Wes Sills, David and Casey Lipton, Lisa and David Ates, Lindsay and Yuri Platoshyn, Logan and Spencer Burks, Jennifer Lipton, Zach Lipton and Lauren Lipton; five great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews as well as her devoted niece, whom she always called daughter, Judy R. and J.D Viness, Atlanta and her gentle, loyal caregiver, Angela Johnson. Bernice will be eternally missed and forever remembered by everyone she met. She always unselfishly did good deeds for others to enrich their lives. Bernice generously devoted numerous hours to many service organizations being a life member of Ahavath Achim Synagogue and its sisterhood, Greater Atlanta Hadassah, Bnai Brith Women. She served for many years as advisor to Bnai Brith Girl’s Clubs. She also served as a volunteer rape crisis counselor at Grady Hospital and assisted in the Grady Hospital Preemie Nursery. Bernice, along with Nathan, worked tirelessly for the funding and founding of the Hebrew Academy of Atlanta (Greenfield Hebrew Academy), Atlanta’s first Hebrew Day School. She was a graduate of Girls High School and the Northwestern School of Dental Hygiene. She practiced Dental Hygiene for many years in Atlanta while raising her family. Bernice was a proud, strong, beautiful, charming woman who never hesitated to tell it like it is. Her values have influenced, for good, many others over the decades. All will surely call Bernice a Woman of Valor. Sign online guest book at www.jewishfuneralcare.com. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to The Greenfield Hebrew Academy of Atlanta, Ahavath Achim Synagogue, Greater Atlanta Hadassah or the William Breman Jewish Home of Atlanta. Graveside services were held Mon., July 7 at Greenwood Cemetery with Rabbi Laurence Rosenthal officiating. Dressler’s Jewish Funeral Care, Atlanta (770) 451-4999.

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Atlanta; grandchildren: Rachel, Justin, Zachary, Sierra, Liam and Noah.

Sign online guest book at http://www.edressler.com/. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Winship Cancer Institute at Emory University.

A graveside service was held Wednesday, July 9, 2014 at 11 a.m. at Crest Lawn Cemetery with Rabbi Loren Filson-Lapidus officiating. Arrangements

by Dressler’s Jewish Funeral Care, Atlanta (770) 451-4999.

David Silberminz 60, Atlanta

David Silberminz, age 60, of Atlanta, died July 6, 2014. David, the son of Holocaust survivors, was born in Norwich, Connecticut and grew up in Baltimore, Maryland. He has been a resident of Atlanta, Georgia since 1992. He loved to follow sports and to care for animals, particularly his favorite, Casey. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gisela and Israel Silberminz, of blessed memory. Survivors include his sister, Freda Silberminz Goodman, Atlanta; sister, Helen Silberminz (Matt Worthington), Virginia; niece, Jennifer Goodman (Alex McCrery), New York; nephew, Jason Goodman (Frida Kamau), New York. An online guest book is available at www.edressler.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The American Diabetes Foundation or The American Heart Association. Graveside services were held Wednesday, July 9th, 2014 at 10 a.m. at Arlington Memorial Park. Arrangements by Dressler’s Jewish Funeral Care, Atlanta (770) 451-4999.

Michael Weinstock 63, Atlanta

Michael Weinstock, 63, of Atlanta, died Saturday, July 5. A native of Pittsburg, Pennsylvania and graduate of Tulane University and Tulane University Law School, Michael lived in Atlanta for 38 years, where he was the founding partner of the law firm Weinstock & Scavo PC. A loving husband, father, and friend, he is survived by wife, Donna; his children Josh (Kerri), Shaun (Alayna), and Nicole; grandchildren Ella, Celia, Mabel, and Leo; brother Ron (Debra); and sister Lisa. Michael is also survived by his father-in-law, Bernie Gouss. The funeral service was held Wednesday, July 9th at 10 a.m. at Temple Sinai. A scholarship has been set up in Michael’s honor at Tulane Law School. Donations may be made to Tulane University Weinstock Fund P.O. Box 61705, New Orleans, LA 701619986 or online gifts can be made at http://giving.tulane.edu. Arrangements by Dressler’s Jewish Funeral Care, 770-451-4999.

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George Salo Stern passed away at age 77 on July 2, 2014. George was a prominent family law attorney, active community leader and philanthropist, mentor, scholar, world traveler, sports fanatic, husband, father, Opa and friend to all. In spite of all he accomplished and did for others, when asked what life was all about, he would answer with two words: family and faith. George was born in Brussels, Belgium on February 16, 1937, the son of Blanche and Albert Stern. In May 1940, his parents left Brussels because the Nazis bombed and attacked the country. Thus began the long journey of 13 months through Europe and Cuba until he and his family arrived in Nashville, Tennessee in June of 1941. George attended school in Nashville and graduated high school in 1955. While in high school, George was an award-winning national debater. He was also very active in the Jewish community and held offices in various organizations, including being National Vice President from the South of Young Judaea, the national Zionist youth movement. In 1954, he was the recipient of the Ralph Sheppard award for outstanding young leadership in the Nashville Jewish community. In 1953, George began his long history and love of Jewish camping, working at the Jewish Community Center camp in Nashville, Camp Belle Aire, Camp Blue Star and Camp Judaea. It was at Camp Blue Star that George met Eva Prager, another German refugee, who became his wife on September 4, 1960. George and Eva were happily married until November 10, 2000 when Eva sadly passed away from ovarian cancer.

While George spent his summers camping, he spent his post high school years at Vanderbilt University. He obtained his BA degree in 1959 and his Juris Doctorate in 1961 from Vanderbilt Law School, where he received numerous honors. In 1961 George became the Southern Director of Young Judaea and the Director of Camp Judaea which required him and Eva to move to Atlanta, Georgia. He was co-founder of the present location of Camp Judaea in Hen-

dersonville, North Carolina. After running Camp Judea for two years, George (as nudged by his wife and father) decided it was time to begin his law career.

George practiced law in Atlanta for 50 years, most of which specializing in family law in the practice he founded, Stern and Edlin. From 1998-1999, he was the National President of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, a group composed of the 1500 best family lawyers in America. He was the Treasurer of the International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers from 1991 to 2012 and was the founder of the U.S.A. chapter of the organization.

In 2011, he was presented with the organization’s President’s Medal for his significant contribution to the Academy and to the practice of international family law. He has also been a member of the board of the Family Law Section of the American Bar Association. He was one of only 100 members of the American College of Family Trial Lawyers and he has been included in the “Best Lawyers in America” for over 15 years and, since its inception, has been continually listed as a Georgia Super Lawyer in Atlanta Magazine. In 2012, George received The Jack P. Turner Award from the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Georgia for his outstanding contribution and achievement in the area of family law for the past 50 years. Most recently, the Georgia Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers created the George S. Stern Achievement Award and honored him as the first recipient of the award that will recognize the recipient’s accomplishments in the practice of family law and will carry his name for years to come. While George had an incredible prowess as a family trial attorney, as evidenced by his numerous recognitions, he never recounted war stories or bragged about his accomplishments.

What set him apart was all that he had done to improve the practice of law and to mentor young lawyers along the way, through his teaching and compassion for the profession. Like everything else he did, he practiced law with his heart, wanting to accomplish the right outcome for all parties involved.

In addition to his stellar career as an attorney, George was very active in the Jewish community ever since his high school years. He chaired numerous committees at The Marcus Jewish Community Center and was President from 1981-83. For over 20 years he was Chairman of the Leadership Development Committee of the Center and, in 2007, he won the Erwin Zaban Bridge Building Award. He served on the board of Temple Sinai, where he was a founding member, and as a Vice President up until this year. He also served on the board and as a Vice President of The Amit Program and supported the organization from its inception to its unfortunate conclusion. In addition, George served on the Board of the Breman Jewish Heritage and Holocaust Museum until the time of his death, where he was also a speaker at the Museum teaching children from all over the Southeast about the nightmares he and others like him ensued during World War II. George Stern was a man of immense faith and love. He laid Tefillin everyday since he became a Bar Mitzvah (no matter where in the world he was) and he was always observant of his Jewish traditions and beliefs (as exemplified by his passionate singing of prayers during religious services). Following his beloved Eva’s passing, he was fortunate to find love again. George married Margie Okun on February 17, 2006. Perhaps his greatest gift was to pass his love of life and Judaism to his family. George will be missed dearly by his children Michelle and Gary Simon, Carla and Greg Malever and Jason and Karinne Stern; his grandchildren Aaron, Kyle and Michael Simon, Rebecca and Eric Malever, and Ty, Evie and Maya Stern; and by his wife Margie Stern; her children Jay Sausmer and Allison Sausmer Horrobin; and her grandchildren Daphne, Jacob and Adam Sausmer. An online guestbook is available at www.edressler.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Weinstein Hospice, The Breman Jewish Heritage and Holocaust Museum or The Marcus Jewish Community Center. Funeral services were held at11 a.m. on Sunday, July 6, 2014 at Temple Sinai and were streamed on-line at www.templesinaiatlanta.org.

A private interment followed. Arrangements by Dressler’s Jewish Funeral Care, 770-451-4999.

Noam Ayal 71, Atlanta

Noam Ayal (born Norman Mendelle) died Monday, June 30, after a struggle with cancer. Born in 1943 in Montreal, Canada, to the late Leah Siegel and Harry Mendelle, he made Aliyah to Israel after the Six Day War in 1967. He was proud of his service in both the Canadian Signal Corps and the Israeli Army. In Israel he was a member of Kibbutz HaOn and much-loved tour guide, working with diverse groups from Israel Bonds to Christian pilgrims.

With his former wife, Judi Ayal, he had two sons born in Jerusalem’s Hadassah Hospital. He immigrated to the States in 1976 where he worked in the travel industry, the gold and jewelry business, and computer programming.

An excellent chef, life-of-the-party and raconteur, he loved skiing and taught disabled teens that sport. He leaves behind his two sons and daughters-inlaw: Ofer and Kristin Ayal, Eran Ayal and Laurel Berryman; and other family members including his brother Benji, favorite Uncle Mort, dear cousin Rodney, as well as many friends. Donations in his memory may be made to Hospice Atlanta, 1244 Park Vista Drive, Atlanta, GA 30319. A private memorial for family and friends was arranged.

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Rita Floersheim, age 90, of Atlanta, died July 10, 2014. Survivors include her son, Steve (Nora) Floersheim, Dunwoody; brother and sister-in-law, Dr. Paul and Marilyn Lavietes; grandchildren: Amy (Philip) Rubin and Jodi (Jeffrey) Rosenberg; great grandchildren: Jacob, Hailey and Zachary Rubin and Tyler and Maya Rosenberg. She was preceded in death by her husband Stanley; daughter, Suzanne Floersheim Chafin and sister Lucille Dorman, of blessed memory. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

Sign online guest book at www.edressler.com. A graveside service was held Sunday, July 13, 2014 at 10 a.m. at Greenwood Cemetery. Arrangements by Dressler’s Jewish Funeral Care, Atlanta (770) 451-4999

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Dorothy G. Chalef 85, Atlanta

Dorothy G. Chalef, 85, of Atlanta, Georgia, died on July 13, 2014. She is survived by her daughters, Barbara Fran Chalef, also of Atlanta, and Gail Madelene Chalef of Bethesda, Maryland; and her sister, Miriam Strauss of Lake Worth, Florida. Mrs. Chalef was born in New York City, was a graduate of Hunter College, and attended Bowie State College. During most of her 35+ year career, she served as an educator with Prince Georgia’s County Schools.

Mrs. Chalef received the County’s Teacher of the Year distinction in the late 1970s. She loved her students and shared her love of learning with imagination, creativity, and the use of music. A pianist in her youth, Mrs. Chalef held a life-long appreciation of classical music, opera, and musical theater. She was a devoted wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend. Sign online guestbook at www.edressler.com. Contributions may be made to the Children’s Defense Fund, www.childrensdefense.org. Graveside services were held July 15 at Arlington Memorial Park in Sandy Springs. Dressler’s Jewish Funeral Care, 770-451-4999.

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10. Take ___ (lose value on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange) 11. Used chariots 12. Le’ehov, in Italy 15. Part of most blessings 17. Some countries Soviet Jews came from 20. Kosher falafel chain 22. Adjective for Abigail of the Book of Samuel 23. “The Tenement ___” (Book about the Lower East Side) 24. “QB VII” author 25. Abba’s Abba 26. Pollin who owned the Washington Wizards 27. Philanthropist Tad 30. Tony winner Carter 31. Year BCE when the term “Diaspora” was coined 32. Actor Rickman in Sondheim’s “Sweeney Todd” 34. Palindromic billionaire 35. “___ Me a Riddle” (Tillie Olsen story collection) 36. Shabb.

38. Kind of anti-Semitism 39. Marx brother who performed in mime 40. First customers of Levi Strauss 41. Exit Noah’s ark 42. Ready for Purim 43. Ariel Sharon and Mel Blanc states before death 44. Catherine the Great established ___ of Settlement for the Jews 45. Emmy winner Jeremy (“Entourage”) 48. Like late onset Tay-Sachs disease 49. Israel has one named Jericho III 50. She played Carla on “Cheers” 51. Israel’s Abba 52. Nichols and Glickman 54. Selig of baseball

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