WHAT’S HAPPENING AT WEINBERG COMMUNITY By Jennifer Weininger, Executive Director
January 2020
New Year’s Party
2020 has a nice ring to it, doesn’t it? We’re still adjusting to dating our official documents and checks without abbreviating the year (to avoid scammers!). But the good news is we’ve finally recovered from the Roaring 20s-themed soirée we threw to usher in the New Year! We enjoyed music from the Spirit Duo Orchestra, 1920s-themed décor, and food! Thank you to Hannah, Adult Day Service Coordinator, and JUF Volunteers who helped to make this such a memorable event.
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What’s Happening at Weinberg Community
January 2020
Elaine’s Retirement
On Friday, January 3, we honored and said farewell to our colleague and friend Elaine Brody. Although we wish she could stay at Weinberg for a while longer, after 22 years she is officially retired and spending the winter months with her husband on a beach in Florida! We will miss seeing Elaine everyday but she promises to return to play mahjong!
January GEM Award Winner
Eve Barczynski has been a part of the Activities team for the last 5 years. She is a great assistant to the team and always ready to lend a helping hand. Her favorite part about working at Weinberg Community is connecting with all the residents and hearing their stories. Eve also loves working with such a great group of ladies in the Activities department.
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What’s Happening at Weinberg Community
January 2020
Japanese Night
Twenty Gidwitz residents recently enjoyed a Japanese-themed dinner in a beautifully decorated Gidwitz Social Hall. Chef Jasmine Cook, Sous Chef Will Chang, and 2nd Cook Jeff Wolfgram prepared a six course “made from scratch” demonstration style dinner that was served by our very own Geisha, Mayra Carbajal, Weinberg Dining Supervisor. The menu included Miso Soup, Vegetable Tempura with Dipping Sauces and Pan Seared Black Cod. Our next themed dinner in the series is scheduled for Thursday, February 20 and will honor Black History Month and showcase the cuisine of Africa. Seating is limited to twenty residents and reservation information will be available shortly.
Interview with New Resident
Let’s give a warm welcome to our new resident Ragel Nudel, but please call her Rae! Rae just moved to Weinberg from West Palm Beach, Florida. She immigrated to the United States in 1949 from Montevideo, which is the capital and largest city of Uruguay. Since her first language is Spanish, she began working in a factory in New York as a translator. This began her career as she moved on to translate at a center for Jewish seniors, then to teach Spanish at a high school in Brooklyn. Rae met her late husband on a blind date while celebrating New Year’s Eve in 1951. Together they shared a great life and had 3 children and 5 grandchildren. Rae enjoys attending exercise programs and Shabbat services. When you see her, please say hello!
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Friend Center Memory Café Join us every month for a variety of cultural programs! Individuals with mild Alzheimer’s, related dementias and mild cognitive impairment are welcome. In order to attend, participants must be accompanied by a family member or care partner. February’s program is Sex, Love and the Later Years— An informative, educational yet uplifting discussion on the challenges and experiences that people may be faced with when aging. Presented by Hannah Joseph, MT-BC, Adult Day Services Coordinator. Hannah is the Adult Day Services Coordinator at the Weinberg Community, where she works closely with families and individuals who attend the adult day program. Before stepping into her role as Adult Day Services Coordinator, Hannah was the Music Therapist at the Weinberg Community and continues to provide music therapy services. Hannah is a Board-Certified Music Therapist and graduated from Western Michigan University with a Bachelor’s of Music in Music Therapy and Vocal Performance. When
Thursday, February 13, 2020 4–5 pm
Where
The Friend Center, 1551 Lake Cook Road, Deerfield
Cost
Free! Space is limited.
Registration Required by February 10 to michelle.bernstein@cje.net or 847.236.7852
THE CJE ADVANTAGE: Our broad continuum of care offers people of all ages, faiths and incomes access to life-enriching opportunities, resources and healthcare. Our Jewish values make us the provider of choice for enhancing lives and navigating the positive aging process. WEINBERG COMMUNITY FOR SENIOR LIVING | WeinbergCommunity.net | 847.374.0500 CJE SeniorLife® is a partner with the Jewish United Fund in serving our community.
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Song and Celebration Please join us as we welcome renowned Cantor Stewart Figa from Temple Har Zion in River Forest. He will perform a variety of Yiddish and Jewish selections. Happy Hour to follow concert. Sunday, February 23, 2020 3–5 pm Weinberg Community Gidwitz Place Social Hall 1551 Lake Cook Road, Deerfield Free Registration required to Michelle Bernstein at 847.236.7852 or michelle.bernstein@cje.net
THE CJE ADVANTAGE: Our broad continuum of care offers people of all ages, faiths and incomes access to life-enriching opportunities, resources and healthcare. Our Jewish values make us the provider of choice for enhancing lives and navigating the positive aging process. WEINBERG COMMUNITY FOR SENIOR LIVING
1551 Lake Cook Road | Deerfield IL | WeinbergCommunity.net | 847.374.0500
CJE SeniorLifeÂŽ is a partner with the Jewish United Fund in serving our community.
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Parkinson’s and Mental Health Sunday, February 9th 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
*Please note, check-in for registered guests is from 11:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Weinberg Community for Senior Living-CJE SeniorLife 1551 Lake Cook Rd | Deerfield, IL
Mental health is important for everyone, including those who are affected by Parkinson’s disease. Listen to our speakers discuss depression and mood disorders in PD, and what this may look like. In addition, coping techniques, such as counseling for those who have PD, and their care-partners will be discussed as well. Complimentary valet and lunch will be provided.
Speakers: Jennifer Wilson-Binotti, Psy. D. Licensed Clinical Psychologist Clinical Neuropsychologist Compassionate Neuropsychology, LLC
Erica Hornthal, MA, LCPC, BC-DMT Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Board Certified Dance/Movement Therapist Founder of Chicago Dance Therapy, Inc. Please register at www.Parkinson.org/MentalHealth or call Jessica Bartsch at 312-762-570
Seating is limited so please reserve early. A complimentary lightHelpline: breakfast will be provided, along with lunch. www.parkinson.org 1-800-4PD-INFO (473-4636) There is no charge to attend. For more information or to RSVP, visit www.parkinson.org/mmm-chicago or contact Jessica Bartsch at (312) 762-5706.
What’s Happening at Weinberg Community
January 2020
Introduce New Doctor
We hope you all received the news about our new Primary Care Doctor, Dr. Murray Salzman. Dr. Salzman plans to be available for appointments with residents at Gidwitz and Friend Center on Monday afternoons, Wednesday afternoons and Friday mornings. We are arranging a Meet and Greet on Wednesday, February 5, at 3:30 pm in the Social Hall. Residents and families are encouraged to attend and ask questions. Most importantly please welcome Dr. Salzman to our Weinberg Family!
WEINBERG COMMUNITY FOR SENIOR LIVING 1551 Lake Cook Road | Deerfield IL WeinbergCommunity.net | 847.374.0500 CJE SeniorLifeÂŽ is a partner with the Jewish United Fund in serving our community.
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