Fall 2023 Kavod Connections

F ROM THE DESK OF Mike Silverman

President, Ovation Communities

By the time you receive this, I will have been at Ovation Communities for ten months. While that isn’t much time at all, it feels like I have been a part of this wonderful community for much longer thanks to all of you who have been so welcoming and supportive.

This past year has been marked by new beginnings and a few changes, what I find most remarkable are the cherished traditions that remain unchanged. Among our shared values, two stand out to me as particularly important at Ovation Communities: faith and courage. This last year, we’ve relied heavily on both to accomplish our goals and fulfill our fundamental mission.

As part of that vision, we are investing in many facility enhancements. This September, Kavod Terrace, our new memory care unit, opened. The Oasis Kosher Café, one of the only kosher restaurants in the city of Milwaukee, has reopened to the public and a new head chef is settling in. Currently, we are in the planning stages to add an indoor playground and movie theater to give visitors and residents spaces that allow for intergenerational interaction in neighborhood-like settings. And we’ve just implemented a state-ofthe-art nurse call system that will improve response times, increase nursing efficiencies and enhance communication. Please be sure to watch Kavod Connections and check our website often for more details about these and other exciting new programs.

While this past year has been marked by new beginnings and a few changes, what I find most remarkable are the cherished traditions that remain unchanged.

As we embrace a bold vision for the future, we are guided by our rich past and inspired by our remarkable present. I am excited to be on this journey with all of you and want to thank our board members, volunteers, staff, residents and their families for the joy and friendship you bring to me and everyone at Ovation Communities.

Tanya Mazor

President, Jewish Home and Care Center Foundation, Inc.

What an incredible year! I am filled with gratitude for the generosity of so many in our community. Your gifts, of both time and money, have meant that our residents were able to enjoy many enriching spiritual, social and educational offerings. Programs such as our field trips to community happenings and festivals, extensive Adult Day Services offerings, meaningful volunteer experiences, and robust health and wellness activities are only possible because of you and your support.

As I think about philanthropy, I am reminded of a powerful quote by Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks of blessed memory: “The paradox of giving is that when we lift something to give to another, it is we ourselves who are lifted. I believe that what elevates us in life is not what we receive but what we give. The more of ourselves we give the greater we become.”

We are unified in our shared values, we find comfort in our faith and belief, and we are strong from our shared sense of purpose to live the Kavod principle of serving our elderly with honor, respect and compassion.

While we reflect on the wonderful year behind us, I remain focused on the important work ahead. You may not realize that, in addition to making invaluable programming possible, our Foundation also supports essential operations. As Medicare reimbursements continue to decrease and the cost of providing care continues to rise, your support of our Foundation is essential. As such, I am personally asking you to consider a financial contribution. Now it is our turn to take care of those who contributed so significantly to our community. Every gift matters, no matter how big or small, and every dollar raised ensures that Ovation Communities has the resources necessary to give our elders an amazing place to live and enjoy the remainder of their years.

With deep gratitude,

Tanya Mazor

MAKE AN IMPACT!

If you are able to give at this time, please visit our website or return the envelope insert.

Ovation Communities Year in Review

There have been a number of exciting improvements and updates to the Ovation Communities campus and operations this year. These initiatives ensure that Ovation remains the first choice for the best quality care and programming, as well as top-notch esthetics and amenities.

Elevated Dining Experiences Roll Out Across Campus

With a focus on wellness and food quality, several projects to enhance the dining experience at Ovation Communities began to take shape this year.

• The new Chai Point kitchen opened in January, more than doubling the size and allowing for improved workflow, dedicated meat, dairy and parve areas, and top-ofthe-line new appliances. Residents can now enjoy a customized dining program, featuring fresh ingredients and made-from-scratch cooking, accompanied by unique restaurant style dining options. Resident engagement has been invaluable throughout this project and tweaks continue to be made as they begin to experience the new kitchen and provide helpful feedback.

• The Oasis Kosher Café is one of the only full-service kosher restaurants in the city of Milwaukee. The team continues to work to expand operations so guests in the area always know they have a reliable, delicious option for excellent kosher cuisine.

• Ovation Communities recently hired a new food service director, Mike Aparo. Mike is an exceptional kosher chef and certified dietary manager who is excited to reinvigorate Ovation’s food offerings and continue to add culturally appropriate foods throughout the campus.

New Memory Care Neighborhood: Kavod Terrace

Kavod Terrace opened at the end of September, setting a new standard for the highest quality memory care services in a beautiful, homelike setting. The 14,718-square-foot, 16-apartment wing features enlarged community spaces, a new light-filled solarium overlooking Prospect Ave., and Monya’s Garden, an outdoor space with views of Lake Michigan. This innovative project reimagines the original vision of this residential community to make people feel at home in a rich, vibrant environment and surround them with the sensory stimulation of art, music and personalized programming.

Kavod Terrace was recently designated a Dementia Specific Facility following Administrator Katie Quintanilla’s successful completion of LeadingAge Wisconsin’s Dementia Care Designation System certification. This makes Kavod Terrace and the Jewish Home two of only 15 total facilities in the state to hold this important distinction.

YEAR IN REVIEW

“With the opening of Kavod Terrace, Ovation Communities now has a full continuum of care, allowing our residents to remain in the community they know and love as their level of care needs evolve. My personal goal is to make sure that every resident feels as though they are truly at home at Kavod Terrace. The intentional open-concept layout serves to foster a sense of community and togetherness to combat the isolation and loneliness often felt by residents living with dementia. Our staff is poised to provide a safe, peaceful and joyful living experience for each resident as we strive to meet them where they are on their journey. We are so excited to see this vision come to fruition as we start welcoming our first residents!”

Katie Quintanilla, Administrator, Ovation Jewish Home

Building an Indoor Playground

Ovation Communities secured funding this year to install a children’s playground on the main level of the Jewish Home. Unexpected in a senior living community, this new amenity will serve as an incredible quality of life boost for residents that struggle to leave the campus. Seniors love nothing more than watching children play and Ovation is thrilled about the upcoming on-site play option available during visits from beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

New Nurse Call System

Staff across Ovation Communities are now equipped with wireless pager devices notifying them of resident calls immediately, from any location. The new technology will cut down on the time it takes for nurses to respond to and assist with any and all needs, offering additional peace of mind for residents and their families.

Living our Mission Guided by Faith

Celebrating Jewish traditions at Ovation Communities

Since the Jewish Home’s founding more than a century ago, Ovation Communities remains committed to caring for Wisconsin’s Jewish elders. Keeping Jewish customs and traditions alive is an important part of this mission. Residents, families, staff and supporters gather regularly as a community to stay connected to the ancient and modern customs that help shape Jewish life and identity.

In addition to daily worship, Ovation commemorated many significant holidays and observations this year.

Chanukkah

Post Rosh Hashanah Tashlich Passover Preparation

Passover

Yom Kippur Preparation

“We say ‘vehigadeta levincha’ at the Passover Seder, the commandment to pass our torch from generation to generation. This is what we do at Ovation, where we link the past, present and future through our traditions. Our language and customs transcend the changes and challenges of our times, creating a mystical bond that unites us.

Our residents share memories that span centuries, from their grandparents’ stories of the 19th century to their own experiences of the 20th century, to their legacy for the 21st century. And the children who listen to them today will carry their stories forward and keep them alive for generations to come.

Our observances and celebrations are a resounding, standing ovation for Jewish life, a living testimony of our history and heritage. At Ovation, we are the link between the generations.”

— Rabbi Levi Emmer, Director of Traditions and Jewish Enrichment

Kabbalat Shabbat

Sukkot

Rosh Hashanah Preparation

Yom Kippur Preparation

Yom Kippur Preparation

Yom Kippur Preparation

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The Highlights

A snapshot of Ovation Communities coming to life over the past year

Timeline covers Ovation’s fiscal year: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023.

Mary Anne Selby and Arleen Peltz reopened the Ovation Jewish Home Gift Shop. Staffed by Hand in Hand volunteers, the store offers a large selection of Judaica, jewelry, clothing, toys and more.

JULY 2022

Chai Point residents Gerald Gersten and Barb Franczyk enjoyed the annual July 3rd Fireworks Fest.

Ovation employees celebrated with festive tailgate fare during the Annual Employee Picnic.

AUGUST

SEPTEMBER

Teen Ovation hosted an art project with residents, helping bridge the generational gap and inspire others to make the world a better place.

Teen Ovation hosted an international exchange program that brought 12 Israeli teens to Milwaukee. This is the first time a senior living community has hosted a teen delegation from another country.

NOVEMBER

DECEMBER

Ovation Communities honored Michael Sattell with the Ovation Humanitarian Award in recognition of his dedicated service of 12 years as President and CEO.

Ovation Communities’ supporters gathered to celebrate the year’s accomplishments during the organization’s largest event, the Annual In-Ovation Fundraiser

Following an extensive renovation and improvement project, the Chai Point kitchen reopened to residents. (Chai Point resident Dima Kushnaryov)

JANUARY

Rabbi Levi Emmer and Mike Silverman hung the mezuzah in the new Chai Point kitchen.

Ovation Communities welcomed a new President, Mike Silverman.

Jewish Home and Care Center Foundation elected Tanya Mazor as its new President.

Mike Silverman, Ovation Communities’ new President, spent his first months meeting with and getting to know residents, families, employees, board members and supporters.

Chai Point resident Helen Glickman read the story of a Holocaust survivor with the help of staff member Ahava Raizelle Perlman during the Holocaust Survivors Seder.

MARCH

Oasis Kosher Café reopened to residents and the broader community.

APRIL

Board members previewed Kavod Terrace during an early open house.

CBS 58’s Michael Schlesinger featured Adult Day Services on CBS Sunday Morning. The segment covered “Silly in New York City,” a book written by 14 Adult Day Services program participants.

The inaugural Nothin’ But Net Basketball Tournament brought athletes and fans out for a friendly competition to support health and wellness activities at Ovation Communities.

MAY JUNE

The Sydney and Nina Widell Holocaust Memorial Series annual Holocaust commemoration program was presented by the Foundation’s Widell Fund with sponsorship by Hand in Hand Partners in Caring and in partnership with the Nathan and Esther Pelz Holocaust Education Resource Center (HERC) and Congregation Shalom. Guest speaker Tal Brody discussed the genesis of the Macabee Tel Aviv Basketball Club which was started by Holocaust survivors.

Members of Teen Ovation cooked an authentic Israeli breakfast at Doctors Park for Jewish Home and Chai Point residents and enjoyed the meal together.

Foundation Year in Review

New events and dedicated team set the stage for success

Added Events Look to Deepen Connections and Community Support

Spring saw a slew of teens showcase their talents in the form of “Standing Ovation,” a new annual competition by the Teen Ovation Board. This event featured a variety of performances — music to dance to acrobatics and more — that spread joy among Ovation’s residents who served as judges. This dynamic event brought together all ages to showcase and enjoy the next generation of local talent while building relationships between generations.

The Nothin’ But Net Basketball Tournament, a new event held at the Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center, raised awareness and money to support the health and wellness activities that are an integral part of daily life for Ovation’s residents and program participants.

This event brought together groups of participants to have fun and be active and also included sports giveaways, contests, raffles, food and more. At the end of the day, the winning team also enjoyed the special grand prize of a private chef’s dinner.

These two exciting new events, along with the Annual In-Ovation Fundraiser in November and July 3rd Fireworks Fest, have helped ensure that the Foundation has a full calendar of meaningful fundraising events that support Ovation’s mission, programs and services.

Foundation Team Brings Experience and Energy

This year, the Ovation Communities Board of Directors announced the appointment of Tanya Mazor to the position of President of the Jewish Home and Care Center Foundation. In this new role, Mazor is responsible for overseeing Ovation’s philanthropic efforts, volunteerism and marketing, as well as positioning the Foundation for a strong future. She previously served as Vice President of Development and was honored last November with the Scott M. Cutlip Professional Fundraiser Award from the Association of Fundraising Professionals of SE Wisconsin.

A staff of three reports to Mazor, including David Bitan, who was recently named Director of Outreach and Engagement. He comes to Ovation from Israel, where he most recently served as the Division Head and History teacher at a high school. Bitan is responsible for broadening community outreach, new fundraising initiatives, volunteer engagement, and leading Teen Ovation and Next-Gen Ovation.

The robust Foundation team includes Linda Acosta, Executive Assistant, and Courtney Aune, Marketing and Community Engagement Associate.

Next-Gen Ovation Fosters Community Service Leaders of Tomorrow

The Next-Gen Ovation Leadership Program, an educational series designed to help young professionals develop skills to serve on nonprofit boards and committees in the community, launched its second cohort this year. The sessions explored the role board and committee members play; how to guide an organization through sound ethical and financial governance practices, advancing organizational mission, and meeting important cultural and civic values including diversity. FUEL Milwaukee, a community engagement program of the Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce (MMAC) for young professionals, is the cohost of this important program.

Above left David Bitan; middle Linda Acosta; right Courtney Aune.

Board Leadership

Ovation Communities recognizes new and retiring board members; celebrates giving with annual Golden Alliance event

Ovation Communities focuses on balancing wisdom, youth and history through its three boards to ensure continued strength and relevance long into the future. This year, a new Nominating Committee was added to help identify and recruit the best prospects. The organization is grateful to all members for their sage operational oversight, ambassadorship in the community, dedication to fundraising and unwavering commitment to Ovation’s mission.

OVATION JEWISH HOME

Jay Frank, Chair

Charles Bley

Yaakov Cohen*

Chelsea Cross*

Eileen Graves

Rachelle Hart

Phil Himmelfarb

Sara Hoffman

Robin Irwin

Jarrett Luckett

Dennis Maiman

William Mayer

Bruce Paler

Arleen Peltz

Beth Peterman

Bob Rudman*

Marsheré Shackelford

Ken Stein

Hon. Glenn Yamahiro

OVATION CHAI POINT

Howard Loeb, Chair

Shantel Bacchus*

Alan Borsuk

Todd Brachman

Suzy Ettinger

Emmy Ganos*

Beverly Gruber

Peter Klein

Yulia Koltun

Betsy Reilly

Gary Sobel

Leigh Tabak*

Rotating off: Jeanette Peckerman

JEWISH HOME AND CARE CENTER FOUNDATION

Richard Strait, Chair

Michael Altman

Eugene Bass

Jay Frank

Rachelle Hart

Philip Himmelfarb

Robin J. Irwin

William Komisar*

Howard Loeb

Arleen Peltz

Jaclyn Small

David Weber

Rotating off:

Josh Gimbel

Stephen Richman

*Indicates newly elected members.

New and Retiring LEADERS SPOTLIGHT

Rob IRWIN

Past Chair, Jewish Home and Care Center Foundation

“Rob served as our leader during what was probably the single most challenging time in Ovation’s history. In the midst of a global pandemic, he navigated leading virtually, working hard to keep members motivated and easing weariness with his genuine approach. We’re so grateful to Rob, and his legacy will live on through the many initiatives he supported, volunteers he energized and funding relationships he nurtured.”

— Tanya Mazor, Foundation President

Rick STRAIT

New Chair as of July 1, 2023

Jewish Home and Care Center Foundation

“We’re honored to welcome Rick as the new head of the Foundation board. His incredible wealth of financial and investment knowledge, deep sense of partnership and collaboration, and strategic vision will ensure a strong path as we navigate the landscape ahead.”

— Tanya Mazor, Foundation President

Rachelle

HART Chair, Nominating Committee

“Shelly’s deep connections in the community, knowledge of governance and genuine understanding of the philanthropic side of the organization are invaluable assets. As a longtime board member and partner, we’re thrilled she’s agreed to embark on this new role.”

— Tanya Mazor, Foundation President

2023 Golden Alliance Dinner

In 1992 the Jewish Home and Care Center Foundation established The Golden Alliance to help support its Greatest Needs Fund. On August 8 the Foundation hosted its annual event to recognize and thank the Golden Alliance members whose annual gifts support this important cause.

Event attendees recognized outgoing Board Chair, Rob Irwin and enjoyed two special programs following dinner. Dr. Murad Taani, Ovation Communities Professor in Aging, talked about his recent study on lung health and its effect on lung function and physical activity in older adults. Chef Danny Corsun, Founder and Creator of Culinary Judaics Academy, shared a cooking and life lesson based on “The Giving Tree.” Event attendees made apple date cookies for Ovation residents.

The evening concluded with a number of donors attaching mezuzahs to the new doorposts in Kavod Terrace, commemorating this celebration of giving in a truly meaningful way.

Foundation Fiscal Year End Report

FISCAL YEAR: JULY 1, 2022 – JUNE 30, 2023

The Foundation ended its year with $176,681,844 in net assets, represented by $99 million in unrestricted funds, $53 million in Board designated funds for resident financial assistance and future capital expenditures, and $23 million in temporarily restricted funds.

Adult Day Services

The Jewish Home and Care Center Foundation provided over $8.7 million in grants this year to Ovation Communities for operating cash, capital expenditures to upgrade and improve buildings, educational programming, community outreach efforts, and targeted underwriting of residents’ care, services and activities.

Ovation Communities Adult Day Services is supported by the Jewish Home and Care Center Foundation, Inc. and grants from the Milwaukee Jewish Federation and the Greater Milwaukee Foundation’s ELM II Fund.

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Adult Day Program Workshops Support Group Families

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2,000+ recipients of Touch Points, a regular enewsletter providing connection and support

67 families in virtual and in-person ReCharge Interactive Brain Health Class Families monthly in SPARK program with Jewish Museum Milwaukee Partnerships with community organizations

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Intergenerational Programming

The Gene and Ruth Posner and Martin F. Stein Intergenerational Funds of the Jewish Home and Care Center Foundation made a variety of intergenerational interactions possible this year:

• Bader Hillel High School girls division visited twice a month to do evening and Sunday activities with residents including game nights, Jewish holiday crafts and spa treatments.

• Milwaukee Jewish Day School (MJDS) came on Purim Day to deliver Mishloach Manot to every resident of Ovation Jewish Home and Chai Point.

• Danceworks, in conjunction with the Victory School, visited monthly to conduct various music, poetry and dance activities with Ovation Chai Point residents.

• In collaboration with Teen Ovation, the Foundation hosted a group of 12 Israeli high school teens from Mekif Tet High School in Rishon L’Zion for a week of volunteer activities at Ovation.

• In partnership with Teen Ovation, the Foundation inaugurated two new initiatives: Standing Ovation Teen Talent Competition and the Israeli al fresco breakfast at Doctors Park with Ovation residents.

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VOLUNTEERS

The Foundation leads a large group of volunteers including Board members, Hand in Hand, volunteers who do hands-on activities with residents, the Teen Ovation Board, Next-Gen Ovation, resident volunteers, staff volunteers, and university student volunteers.

“My relationship with Gerald is a friendship. He is a friend much older than me, but our relationship is no different. I chose to do friendly visits because I thought it would be fun to meet someone at Ovation one-on-one. I learned that anyone can be a friend.”

— Alex Magana, youth volunteer and MJDS student

“I feel honored to spend time with Alex and Matan. I enjoy them learning with me, and they enjoy being with me. I hope this relationship continues in the future.”

— Gerald Gersten, Ovation Chai Point resident and intergenerational visit program participant

“I have enjoyed being here and talking, not only with other volunteers, but with residents as well. To hear stories and learn how people are connected is really special and makes it an encouraging place for me to volunteer.”

— Joan Rosenau, friendly visitor, gift shop volunteer and volunteer for various Jewish Home activities

Our Friends & Supporters…

We are pleased to recognize our donors whose gifts help sustain our mission. Donors are listed for contributions received between January 1, 2023 through June 30, 2023. We strive to be accurate and complete. Please inform us of any errors and accept our apologies for any oversight.

For more information on how you can make a meaningful impact on Ovation Communities, call the Foundation at 414-721-9260 and visit us on the web at ovation.org/foundation/make-a-donation.

Some donations were given prior to the departure of our dear loved ones; an asterisk meaning ‘Of Blessed Memory’ is listed next to their names if this is the case.

Adult Day Center Fund

Anonymous in memory of Gary L. Giesemann Gruber Law Offices

Milwaukee Jewish Federation

Hand In Hand – Partners in Caring

Ms. Sarah Acker

Mr. Mike Altschaefl in memory of Gary L. Giesemann

Ms. Rhoda Baumgarten

Ms. Colleen Berge in honor of Gary L. Giesemann

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bley

Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Bornstein

Ms. Karen Brown in memory of Gary L. Giesemann

Mr. and Mrs. John Buntin in memory of Gary L. Giesemann

Mr. and Mrs. Allan Carneol

Ms. Denelle Carriger

Mrs. Janell Daugherty in memory of Gary L. Giesemann

Ms. Miriam Davis

Ms. Ellen Tubbs De Lia in memory of Gary L. Giesemann and in honor of Dana Rubin-Winkelman and Dawn Adler

Mrs. Geraldine Dondero

Ms. Catherine Doyle in memory of Gary L. Giesemann

Ms. Meghan Drotzur

Mr. and Mrs. Larry Eckert

Erica Fishbach

Dr. and Mrs. Lawrence Frazin

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Friedman in memory of Gary L. Giesemann

Mrs. Helen Glickman

Dr. and Mrs. Glenn Graves

Mr. and Mrs. Robin Irwin (2)

Mark Jacobson

Mr. and Mrs. Bill Jennaro

Ms. Lisa Kincaid (2)

Mr. Andrew Klapper in memory of Norman Blankstein

Mr. and Mrs. William Komisar

Mr. Paul Krippendorf

Mrs. Colleen Krynicki

Mr. and Mrs. Allen Lavine

Ms. Joanne Lepp-Naiman

Ms. Rosalie Levine

Mrs. Ruth Lewis in memory of Gary L. Giesemann

Mr. and Mrs. J. Michael Lippert in memory of Gary L. Giesemann

Dr. and Mrs. Richard London

Mrs. Bonnie Long in memory of Gary L. Giesemann

Mrs. Susan Marcus

Mr. and Mrs. Jeff May in memory of Gary L. Giesemann

Mrs. Debbie Mazius

Ms. Laeh McHenry

Ms. Laurie Melrood in honor of Armin Melrood

Mrs. Michele Melton in memory of Gary L. Giesemann

Mrs. Carole Mukai-Tyrrell

Ms. Kathryn Naylor in memory of Gary L. Giesemann

Mrs. Tristaca Patrick

Ms. Barbara R. Peltin

Mrs. Arleen F. Peltz

Ms. Donna Perlson

Mr. Chanan Posner

Larry Pumpian

Mr. and Mrs. John Sanders

Mr. Robert Schwartz

Mr. and Mrs. Jevonti Shackelford

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Silverman

Ms. Dorna Simons

Ms. Kathleen Smith

Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Stein (2)

Ms. Rona Steingart

Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Steren in honor of Suzy B. Ettinger

Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Steren in memory of Gary L. Giesemann

Ms. Beverly Ugent

Mr. Daniel Velicer in memory of Gary L. Giesemann

Ms. Gail Winograd

Beatrice Miller Beauty Shop Fund

Mr. Allen Kwass in memory of Esther M. Kwass

Dr. Monte D. Miller in memory of Beatrice Miller

Mrs. Patti Weigler (3) in memory of Liz Bass, Gert Mollick and Annalee Sossman

Dor L’Dor Corridor Fund

Mr. and Ms. Eric Schachter

The Estate of Dolores Sternberg

Employee Holiday Fund

Ms. Myra Foreman

Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Keenan

Frances and Ezra Berman Activity Fund

Dr. Nancy Reeder

Geriatric Career Development Program Fund

Advocate Health Care

Mr. and Mrs. Richard DeSmet

Golden Alliance

Mr. and Mrs. Richard DeSmet

Mr. and Mrs. Jay Frank

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Hart

Julie Kaye

Dr. and Mrs. Dennis Maiman

Mrs. Susan Marcus in honor of Arleen Peltz

Mr. and Mrs. Richard Strait

Mr. and Mrs. Leo Weinshel

Hand In Hand Fund

Mr. and Mrs. Richard DeSmet

Mrs. Suzy B. Ettinger

Mr. and Ms. David Gruber

Mrs. Mildred Schapiro

Mr. Jeffrey Wasserman

Hyman Kastrul Synagogue Fund

Bess and Milton Schwartz Donor Advised Fund

Mr. Bruce Bloom in memory of Lena Bloom

Mr. and Mrs. Arkady Brodsky

Dr. and Mrs. Robert Chudnow in memory of Avrum Chudnow

Mrs. Alla Dobrushkina

Ms. Karen Drummond in memory of Erin Scklore and Ethel Scklore

Ms. Lee Hammes in memory of Marcella and Ben Hammes

Mrs. Edith Kohlenberg

Mr. Allen Koren

Mr. and Mrs. David Magar in memory of Alex Magar

Mr. and Mrs. John Pfender in memory of Leon Beiler

Mrs. Edith Pump

Dr. and Mrs. Mitchell Rapkin in memory of Hyman Lerner

Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Rice in memory of Bruce Gerald Rice

Mr. and Mrs. Behnam Rokni in honor of Rabbi Emmer

Mrs. and Dr. Adrienne Rosenberg in memory of Doris Turick

Mr. Joel Saltzman

Mrs. Honey Scott in memory of Evelyn and George Zurkoff

Mrs. Barbara Shafton in memory of Elliot Shafton

Mrs. Marilyn Simons in memory of Carlton Simons and Bernice Steiner

Ms. Rachel Stern in memory of Sidney Grinker

The Estate of Dolores Sternberg in memory of Delores Sternberg

Mr. James A. Sweet in memory of Tillie and Abraham Bodner

Ms. Merle Wasserman

Kavod Terrace

Ms. Janice Gratch in memory of Lucille Shovers

Dr. and Mrs. Glenn Graves

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Silverman in memory of Harold and Elly Silverman

Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Stein

Martin F. Stein Intergenerational Fund

Hand In Hand - Partners in Caring

Mr and Mrs. David Arnstein

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bley

Mr. and Mrs. Jay Frank

Mrs. Ruth Konzell

Mr. Edward Levitas

Ms. Claire Maggard

Ms. Jennifer Nissen

Ms. Norelyn Perez

Mr. and Mrs. Howard Radin

Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Stein

Mr. Fred and Dr. Leigh Tabak

Mrs. Myra Taxman

Mr. Laurence Waxman

Ovation Chai Point

Mr. Jeffrey Ballentine in memory of Annalee Sosman

Mr. Larry Bines

Ms. Barbara Bold

Ms. Patricia Cohn in memory of Netty

Ms. Jo Ann David-Kasdan in memory of Gert Mollick

Merzy and Russ Eisenberg in memory of of Caren “Cookie” Krasno

Mr. Jeffrey Esser in memory of Annalee Sosman

Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Evans in memory of Annalee Sosman

Mr. Marc Geller in memory of Annalee Sosman

Mr. and Mrs. Irving Gottschalk in memory of Rebecca Witter

Mr. and Ms. David Gruber

Mr. and Mrs. Kenton Howenstine in memory of Gert Mollick

Mrs. Edith Kohlenberg in memory of Analee Sosman

Mr. Vladimir Kushnaryov

Mrs. Kathleen Levin in memory of Elmer Shovers

Mrs. Frieda Levine in memory of Burt and David Levine

Mr. and Mrs. Howard Loeb

Mr. Robert M. Lubar in memory of Annalee Sosman

Donors are listed for contributions received between January 1, 2023 through June 30, 2023. Numbers in parenthesis indicate multiple gifts during this time period. We apologize for any errors or omissions.

*Of Blessed Memory

In Memoriam

We honor and recognize those residents who have passed for their beautiful contributions to Ovation Communities. May their memories be a blessing.

Raisa Adamskaya

Phillip ‘Phil’ Askotzky

Samuel Bulmer

Ophelia Corbins

Patricia ‘Patti’ Cutraro

Jerome ‘Marshall’ Dunkleman

Julius Garber

Doris Gendelman

Sofia Gladkovitser

Iosif Goberman

David Goldberg

Dr. Michael Gottfurcht

Doyne Haas

Ruane ‘Ru’ Hill

Celia (Cese) Holland

Stan Holland

George James

Caren ‘Cookie’ Krasno

Gert Mollick

Joyce Potter

Annaleee Sosman

Dr. Herzl Spiro

Bernice Spivek

Natalia Stelmakh

Julia Talesnik

Yale Tolwin

George Ulrich

Natalie Waters

Mary Watkins

Adrienne Weber

Naftoli Zisman

Armand Zulli

This list covers January 1 through September 29, 2023.

Mr. Arnold Mullen in memory of Annalee Sosman

Mr. William Pickering in memory of Annalee Sosman

Mr. and Mrs. Larry Poll in memory of Annalee Sosman

Mr. & Mrs. James Rappe in memory of Annalee Sosman

Mr. and Mrs. Neil Siegel in memory of Annalee Sosman

Mr. Scott Stanek in memory of Annalee Sosman

Dr. Ellen Taupin in memory of Stanley Holland

Ovation Jewish Home

Baird Foundation, Inc

Philip Rubenstein Foundation Network for Good (2)

Jewish Home and Care Center

Gift Shop

Hand In Hand

Komisar Family and Bilt-Rite Furniture

Nita & Alan Corre Donor Advised Fund

Greater Milwaukee Foundation

Sharon and Mike Grinker Donor Advised Fund

Erie Family Health Center in memory of Annalee Sosman

Goldstein Law Group

Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren Norris & Rieselbach SC

Goodman-Bensman Funeral Home in memory of Phillip Askotzky

WCM Investment Management

Franklin Park, LLC

Howard Frankenthal Family Foundation, Ltd in memory of Phillip Askotzky

Greenlight Capital

NexDine Hospitality

Neuberger Berman

Zetley, Carneol & Stein, S.C. in memory of Julius Garber

Mrs. Flora Abramson

Rabbi and Mrs. Steven Adams

Mr. and Mrs. Larry Adler (2)

Ms. Amie Alioto

Mr. and Mrs. Hyam Eglash in memory of Phillip Askotsky

Ms. Diane Arief in memory of Annalee Sosman

Mr and Mrs. David Arnstein

Mrs. Bonnie Jean Barczak

Mr. and Mrs. Allan Baron in honor of Ethel Himmelreich

Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Bass (3) in memory of Phillip Askotzky, Gerald Bass, and Gertrude Mollick

Mr. and Mrs. Donald Bass in memory of Phillip Askotzky

Mr. & Mrs. Ryan Berlin

Mr. and Mrs. Gerry Bernstein

Ms. Nancee B. Bernstein

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bley (2)

Mr. Edward Blumberg

Mr. and Mrs. Warren Blumenthal in memory of Gert Mollick

Ms. Barbara Bold in memory of Gert Mollick

Mr. and Mrs. Russell Borkin in memory of Julius Garber

Rabbi and Mrs. Aryeh Borsuk

Mr. and Mrs. Todd Brachman

Mr. Robert Breslauer

Mr. and Mrs. Jim Caraway

Mr. and Mrs. Allan Carneol in memory of Phillip Askotzky

Mr. and Mrs. Donald Chudnow

Mr. and Mrs. Yaakov Cohen

Mr. William Corrigan

Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Croen in memory of Julius Garber

Ms. Miriam Davis in memory of Stanley Holland

Donors are listed for contributions received between January 1, 2023 through June 30, 2023. Numbers in parenthesis indicate multiple gifts during this time period. We apologize for any errors or omissions.

*Of Blessed Memory

Ms. Rosemary Derubertis in memory of Evelyn Zulli

Mrs. Sari Dubin in memory of Norman Blankstein

Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Effron in memory of Celia L. Holland

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Einhorn

Mrs. Eve Dicker Eiseman in memory of Caren Krasno

Mr. and Mrs. John Endejan in memory of Pamela Nonken

Crotty Family in memory of Armand and Evelyn Zulli

Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Fogel

Mr. Aidan Frazier (2)

Dr. and Mrs. Lawrence Frazin

Mr. George Geib

Ms. Gail Germanson in memory of Caren Krasno

Mr. Gerald Gersten

Mrs. Judy Glotzer in memory of Pamela Nonken

Mr. Iosif N. Goberman

Ms. Barbara Goldstein in memory of Carol Goldstein

Mrs. Elayne Goldstein

Mrs. Lisa Gorelick in memory of Gert Mollick

Dr. and Mrs. Glenn Graves in memory of Gert Mollick

Mr. Collin Griffin

Ms. Ellen Guiseppi in memory of Michael M. Markovits

Mr. Robert L. Habush

Rubenstein Family Kosher Oasis

Invest in the Heritage of our Community.

YOUR SUPPORT enables us to continue to fulfill our mission.

For over 120 YEARS we have upheld our mission. We strive to do more, providing for state-of-the-art physical, occupational and speech therapies, excellent amenities and top rated care from nurses, aides and social workers with activities that stimulate the mind, body and soul.

Mrs. Jennifer Hadsell in memory of Phillip Askotzky

Ms. Lee Hammes in memory of Gary Cohen

Mr. Frankie Harris

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Hart

Mrs. Barbara Himes in memory of Norman Blankstein

Ms. Aura Hirschman in memory of Caren Krasno

Mr. Tom Hoof in honor of Armand and Evelyn Zulli

Mr. Philip Horwitz (5)

Mr. Jack Jensen

Mr. Isaiah Johnson

Mrs. Dawn Johnson in memory of Armand and Evelyn Zulli

Mr. and Mrs. Brad Kahn in memory of Annalee Sosman

Miss Sandra Kaner in memory of Gerry Cohen

Mr. and Mrs. Moshe Katz, gift in-kind

Mrs. Joan Kazan in memory of Phillip Askotzky

Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Keenan in memory of Armand Zulli and in honor of Kevin Farinelli

Mr. David Kerstein in memory of Julius Garber

Ms. Sandy Kincaid

Mr. Christopher Kliesmet

Mrs. Edith Kohlenberg (2) in honor of Rabbi Emmer’s daughter

Mr. and Mrs. William Komisar(2) in memory of Julius Garber and Pamela Nonken

Komisar Family and Bilt-Rite Furniture

Mr. Allen Koren

Mr. and Dr. Christine Kovach

Ms. Delores Kramer in memory of Norman Blankstein

Ms. Terri Krasno-Cohee in memory of Caren Krasno

Mr. Vladimir Kushnaryov

Mr. Daniel Langhoff in memory of Evelyn Zulli

Mr. Mitchell Leib in memory of Charlotte Leib

Ms. Judy Levin

Rabbi Leonard Lewy in memory of Caren Krasno

Mrs. Laurel Lieberman in memory of Julius Garber

Mrs. Richard Lisberg

Dr. and Mrs. Richard London in memory of Gert Mollick

Mr. James Magestro in memory of Armand Zulli

Mr. Earle Malkin in memory of Pamela Nonken

Ms. Diane Malnekoff in memory of Ida Malnekoff

Mr. & Mrs. George Manning (2) in memory of Evelyn Zullli and Armand Zulli

Mrs. Ann L. Margolis

Mr. Glenn Margraff

Mrs. Debbie Mazius

Ms. Tanya Mazor (4) in memory of Gert Mollick

Mark McQuide and Nancy Weiss McQuide in honor of Jennie Elias’ birthday, Tanya Mazor, and Tziporah AltmanShafer and Golan Altman-Shafer

Mr. Peder Medtile in memory of Armand Zulli

Ms. Dona Mortara in memory of Gert Mollick

Mr. Daniel Muchin in honor of Ken and Dee Stein’s 60th Anniversary

Mr. and Mrs. Brian Pack in memory of Ardene Gorelick

Mr. Garrison Paykel

Mrs. Arleen F. Peltz (5) in honor of of Emma Margolis, in memory of Cookie Krasno, Phillip Askotzky, and in honor of Carole Himmelfarb

Ms. Nancy Phelps in memory of Dr. Herzl Spiro

Dr. Susan Pollack in memory of Jack Pollack

Mr. Richard Porchetta in memory of Armand Zulli

Dr. and Mrs. Marc Rasansky

Mrs. Ruth Resnick in memory of Sheldon Resnick

Dr. and Mrs. Werner Richheimer in memory of Norman Blankstein

Mr. Steven Rickun (2) in memory of Joseph Rickun

Mr. Edward Riebe

Ms. Sharron Rottman (2) in honor of Scott Kwiatkowski’s staff team (Marilyn, Calvin, & Doris)

Mr. and Mrs. Tom Schaller in memory of Beverly Rice

Miss Amy Schlueter

Mrs. Sharon Schuman in memory of Gert Mollick

Ms. Jessie Schwade in memory of Phillip Askotzky

Rita Seitner*

Mr. James Shedivy in memory of Gary L. Giesemann

Mr. Michael Sherlock in memory of Armand Zulli

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Silverman

Ms. Dorna Simons

Dr. and Mrs. Mark Smuckler

Ms. Ines Spinelli in memory of Evelyn Zulli

Mr. and Mrs. Gregg Stachowski in memory of Armand Zulli

Mr. and Mrs. Jason Steigman

Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Stein (2)

Dr. and Mrs. Jim Stein in memory of Annalee Sosman

Donors are listed for contributions received between January 1, 2023 through June 30, 2023. Numbers in parenthesis indicate multiple gifts during this time period. We apologize for any errors or omissions.

*Of Blessed Memory

Mr. Louis Stein in memory of Phillip Askotzky

Mr. and Mrs. Gary Stein in memory of Caren Krasno

Mrs. Leann Stone in memory of Armand Zulli

Mr. and Mrs. Richard Strait

Mr. Irving Suesskind in memory of Stanley Holland

Mr. Bradley Tieche

Mr. Joe Voit

Mr. Neil Wallace

Mr. and Mrs. James Walters in memory of Becky, Barney, and Steve Solochek

Mr. Jeffrey Wasserman

Mr. and Mrs. David Weiner (2)

Ms. Sandra Weinstein

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Weiss in memory of Phillip Askotzky

Mr. Stuart Wilk in memory of Julius Garber

Mr. Barry Zalben

Mr. and Mrs Joseph J. Ziino Jr. in memory of Armand Zulli

Sidney and Nina Widell Lecture Fund

Hand In Hand - Partners in Caring

The Nathan and Esther Pelz Holocaust Education Resource Center

Ms. Sarah Acker

Rabbi and Mrs. Steven Adams

Razia Azen

Yuval Boger

Mr. and Mrs. Todd Brachman

Ms. Christine Gould

Shelly Jubelirer

Mr. and Mrs. Leo Kleiner

Mr. and Mrs. Martin Komisar

Mrs. Arleen F. Peltz

Ms. Beth Peterman

Mr. Robert Peterson

Mr. Edward Riebe

Mr. Richard Rocamora

Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Steren

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Stern

Ms. Amy Stone

William L. Komisar Fund

Dr. James Barnett and Mrs. Nancy Kennedy Barnett in honor of Bill Komisar’s birthday

Mr. and Mrs. Martin Komisar in memory of Mort Komisar & Frieda and Irwin Kerns

Dr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Komisar in honor of Bill Komisar’s birthday

Dr. and Mrs. Paul Loewenstein in honor of Bill Komisar

Mrs. Carole Mukai-Tyrrell in honor of Bill Komisar

Mrs. Arleen F. Peltz in honor of Bill Komisar’s birthday and retirement and in memory of Nathaniel Hoffman

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Rudman in honor of Bill Komisar

Yaker and Sarah Rakita Fund

Ms. Julie Arenberg in memory of Carol Rakita Arenberg and Nathan and Lilian Rakita

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Arenberg in memory of Lilian Rakita

Mr. Michael Arenberg in memory of Carol Rakita Arenberg and Nathan Rakita

Donors are listed for contributions received between January 1, 2023 through June 30, 2023. Numbers in parenthesis indicate multiple gifts during this time period. We apologize for any errors or omissions.

*Of Blessed Memory

Take a “Dip” with

Ovation Communities

Looking to honor or memorialize a loved one? Interested in showing your appreciation for one of Ovation Communities’ staff members?

It’s now easier than ever to show your gratitude and help support our mission with a donation to Ovation Communities. Simply “dip” your credit card in one of our new DipJars and your donation will be safely and seamlessly processed by our grateful team. No cash, check or paperwork needed.

The DipJars are located in our three communities: Rubenstein Family Kosher Oasis located in Ovation Jewish Home, Ovation Chai Point Reception Desk in the lobby, and Ovation Kavod Terrace Reception Desk.

For more information, contact Tanya Mazor, Foundation President at tmazor@ovation.org or 414-721-9260.

Doing business as

Ovation Communities

1414 North Prospect Avenue

Milwaukee, WI 53202-3089

The Jewish Home and Care Center Foundation, Inc. presents

UPDATE AT TIME OF PRINTING

Grab your popcorn and join us for The Jewish Home and Care Center Foundation’s biggest fundraiser of the year. Net proceeds from this year’s event will support the construction of Ovation Communities’ own private movie theater.

Ken Stein: Ovation Spirit Award

Ellee Tabak: Ovation Youth Leadership Award

VJS Construction: Ovation Business Partner of the Year Award

All outgoing board members from the last year.

Tickets, sponsorship and volunteer opportunities are still available. Contact Tanya Mazor, President, Jewish Home and Care Center Foundation: 414.721.9260 or tmazor@ovation.org.

The Wisconsin Country Club

In light of current events in Israel, the In-Ovation Annual Fundraiser has been postponed to April 2024. We stand in solidarity with Israel and our global Jewish community. Please visit ovation.org for the most up-to-date information.