Winter 2024 Kavod Connections

The Faces of Ovation Communities

REHAB TEAM HELPS PATIENTS HEAL

Willy the therapy dog visits Ovation

STAFF RECOGNIZED FOR DEDICATED SERVICE

F ROM THE DESK OF Mike Silverman

President, Ovation Communities

In 1906, the Jewish Home was conceived when eight individuals came together to start a home for the aged that would benefit the entire Milwaukee Jewish community. The Jewish Home was created to care for those elderly Jews who did not have the family or funds to sustain themselves without public charity.

2024 marks 118 years that the Jewish Home has been in existence. In Judaism, the number 18—and intervals of it—is synonymous with the word “chai” as it consists of the eighth and tenth letters of the Hebrew alphabet Chet (ח) and Yud (’), adding up to the number 18, which is also the word “chai.” The literal translation of the word “chai” is “life.” The Jewish tradition teaches us to revere and celebrate life or “chai,” and here at Ovation Communities, we take our tradition seriously. As we celebrate 118 years in business, let us also celebrate life!

The quality of life of our residents is at the heart of what we do at Ovation Communities. To ensure that we continue to meet the highest standards for quality living, we are at the beginning of a strategic planning process. Strategic planning is the organizational process of using

available knowledge to document and define an organization’s intended direction. This effort will help us to more effectively allocate resources, align stakeholders and employees with Ovation’s goals, and ensure those goals are realistically achievable, and ultimately met.

In the next few weeks, Ovation Communities will select a top consulting firm to help us begin this process which will address: strengthening the financial health of the organization, increasing our value to the Milwaukee Jewish community and beyond, defining partnerships to expand upon as well as exploring those that do not yet exist, targeting programs and activities that can be delivered upon more efficiently and economically, as well as defining programming that may be currently lacking, and identifying new grant funding opportunities.

2024 will also see renovations to the campus, the hiring of additional key staff members, and enhancements to safety measures. I look forward to sharing updates with you in upcoming publications, and wish you all a very happy, safe and healthy 2024!

Tanya Leora Mazor

President, Jewish Home and Care Center Foundation, Inc.

There is no doubt that we are currently living through uncertain and challenging times, yet it is exactly at this time that I am reminded of the power and importance of our community. The ability of our people to come together and support and care for one another is a potent anecdote to the unsettling world we face today. The impact your generosity makes on Ovation Communities is a testament to this resilience. What better way to honor our interconnectedness, and the collective wisdom of our elders, than by supporting our counterparts in Israel and donating to our newest project here at home, an on-site movie theater?

The movie theater project is an exciting one! It will allow our residents and program participants to experience the joy and wonder of the movies without leaving our facilities, which is an attractive option for those with mobility or transportation challenges. We’re excited to bring all the amenities of the classic movie theater experience to Ovation: concessions, lounge chairs and surround sound, all in a comfortable and convenient setting. At the same time, we are continuing to do our part to support our elders living in Israel. Recently, Ovation Communities and the Jewish Home and Care Center Foundation received a request from Don Shulman, the Executive Director of the Association of Jewish Aging Services, to donate funds to support and care for our elders living in an area most impacted by war. Our organizations contributed to the cause which will go directly to the Halperin Nursing Home in Askelon and the Beit Shaul-Avot Nursing Home in Ashdod.

These good works would not be possible without you and your support. Your continued commitment helps us provide the highest level of care to each resident and continue to build, improve and enhance our offerings.

We hope you will consider donating. Every contribution, no matter how small, makes a difference. If you have any questions or are ready to make a gift including legacy or endowment contributions, please contact me at 414.721.9260 or tmazor@ovation.org.

With deep gratitude,

Tanya Leora Mazor

MAKE AN IMPACT!

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

Rehabilitation

Unique Approach to Care Offers Variety of Options Tailored to Individual Resident Needs

As part of its full continuum of care approach, Ovation Communities offers comprehensive rehabilitation services. Led by Andriy Bereshnyy, Director of Rehabilitation, Ovation’s premiere program supports patients with customized care plans that help them meet their goals and lead more independent lives.

Ovation’s program is split into two areas — short-term and long-term care — with in-house therapists providing physical, occupational and speech therapy. Unlike other providers, Ovation’s full team approach includes doctors, nursing staff, rehab therapists, social workers and discharge coordinators who work together to ensure patients receive the best clinical outcomes possible.

“In addition to providing outstanding treatment, our care philosophy includes making sure patients feel as comfortable as possible working with us,” says Bereshnyy. “We treat our residents like family, and If they are at ease with us it goes a long way to helping them meet their goals and return to the lives they love.”

ANDRIY BERESHNYY

Many seek out Ovation’s rehab services when recovering from illness, surgery or serious injury. Other residents simply benefit from a rehab plan focused on improving balance, strength and coordination. Care goes beyond physical health, with a focus on promoting emotional, social, spiritual and mental wellness.

“Education is a critical part of what we do every day at Ovation,” added Bereshnyy. “When we can answer every question and educate patients and their families, that gives them the confidence they need to make the best decisions for their health moving forward.”

• Born in Ukraine and moved to the United States in 2002.

• Attended Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) and graduated with a Physical Therapist Assistant associate degree in 2012.

• Employed at Ovation for four years.

Robert Thurlby, Physical Therapist, with Ovation Chai Point resident, Georgetta.

Rosie Goines Wins Beyond Caregiving Award

Each year, the Wisconsin Representatives of Activity Professionals (WRAP) holds an awards banquet recognizing extraordinary individuals who exemplify leadership and the exceptional achievements of activity professionals, as well as other healthcare professionals working in senior communities. The Beyond Caregiving Award is presented to a caregiver in a facility who goes above and beyond caring for the whole person, recognizing the importance of meaningful activities and quality of life, and must be nominated by a facility that employs at least one WRAP member.

The Jewish Home Director of Activities, Kimberly Rosenau, serves as a board member for WRAP, and when it came time for nominations, one person stood out to her above the rest — Rosie Goines. Rosie is the Jewish Home Clinical Staffing Coordinator, but

Rosie wears many hats at Ovation Communities.

“Rosie immediately came to mind, and after speaking with our Director of Nursing, Laura Bauer, we decided that Rosie exemplified the spirit of the Beyond Caregiving Award,” said Rosenau. “Rosie is someone who always goes above and beyond her job description, providing personalized care to our residents, and always leads by example.”

This past September, Rosie, accompanied by her son Anthony and colleagues, Katie Quintanilla, Jewish

Home Administrator, Laura Bauer, Jewish Home Director of Nursing, Kelly Wegmuller, Jewish Home Director of Education, and Mike Silverman, President of Ovation Communities, attended the banquet in the hopes of seeing Rosie win this well-deserved award. They knew Rosie to be a winner in their minds, but would the WRAP nominating committee see it that way? Turns out they did. Rosie was one of the first winners of the evening. As Rosie traversed the stage to accept her award, no one beamed with more pride than Rosie’s son, Anthony.

Rosie gave an amazing acceptance speech, eliciting boisterous cheers from the crowd. In her speech, Rosie expressed that providing care and comfort to the residents she serves, as well as working alongside her dedicated colleagues, provides her with a sense of personal purpose and meaning that drives her to strive for excellence each day, because she believes, our residents deserve nothing but the very best.

“Rosie is someone who always

goes above and beyond her job description, providing personalized care to our residents, and always leads by example.”

— Kimberly Rosenau, Director of Activities

WRAP is a non-profit organization of Activity Professionals established in 1977 to:

• promote professional and personal growth in the expanding field of therapeutic leisure programming;

• provide unique educational opportunities for all members of the health care team who value quality of life and quality of care;

• maintain a “legislatively aware” and “actively participatory” role in issues pertaining to the populations served by the activity professional;

• provide networking opportunities, promote, improve and enhance the quality of life for those served who are unable to live independently and to ensure their fullness of life.

WRAP serves Activity Professionals across Wisconsin in many types of facilities and communities, encouraging the professional growth of ideas, involvement and networking.

Willy the Yellow Lab

Brings Smiles to Ovation Residents

Pet Therapy Enhances Social, Emotional and Physical Health for Seniors

Bob Peterson visits Ovation Communities every Thursday afternoon. While he has no family members living at Ovation, residents and staff eagerly anticipate his weekly visits with Willy, a nine-year-old yellow lab, by his side.

Sometimes pets are more than just furry friends. Willy is a certified therapy dog who has worked with Bob visiting hospitals and senior living communities for most of his life. Research has shown significant social, emotional and overall health benefits for seniors who have regular interaction with animals. Pet therapy can bring numerous benefits to health and wellbeing, improving overall quality of life. Spending time with a pet can also be a powerful way to combat loneliness and isolation, bringing comfort and companionship while reducing stress.

“Willy gets such a positive response when we visit Ovation,” said Peterson. “Many of the residents are waiting for us when we arrive. They seem to really enjoy the chance to spend time with Willy and give him a pet or hug.”

The benefits have been mutual. Willy looks forward to the Thursday afternoon visits and gets excited as soon as he jumps in the car. Peterson too enjoys the opportunity to connect with others and give back.

“It is so rewarding to get the chance to brighten someone’s day,” added Peterson. “Willy loves making people happy, and I enjoy the time visiting with residents and sharing stories. It has been nice for both of us to make new friends.”

Photos: (Above) Ethel, Jewish Home resident, gets a chance to pet Willy the dog in in the Nita Corré Garden. (Top right) Stisha, Jewish Home resident, pets Willy the dog in the Nita Corré Garden. (Middle right) Felipe, CNA, high fives Willy the dog.(Bottom right) Bruce, Jewish Home resident, gets a visit from Bob and his dog Willy.

BENEFITS OF PET THERAPY FOR

OLDER ADULTS

Emotional Benefits

+ Increase self-esteem and confidence

+ Improve social skills

+ Reduce feelings of loneliness

Physical Benefits

+ Lower blood pressure

+ Reduce depression, stress and anxiety levels

+ Reduce overall physical pain

+ Improve motor skills

Social/Mental Benefits

+ Increase socialization

+ Improve mental stimulation

+ Improve sense of purpose and meaning

For more information on how you can make a meaningful impact with our residents through volunteer service, contact David Bitan, Director of Outreach and Engagement, at 414.277.8848 or dbitan@ovation.org.

Chanukah Celebrations

Chanukah is always a bright time at Ovation Communities, but light wasn’t the only thing that filled the eight days this year. Thanks to the hard work of Ovation staff, residents’ Chanukah was full of festive activities. To kick off the holiday, Jewish Home residents decorated the floors with dreidels, coins and menorahs. At Chai Point, Cantor Fest was in full swing, featuring notable cantors from the area. Meanwhile, Kavod Terrace joined in on the holiday spirit by painting door decorations. All communities came together throughout the week for activities, including the Chanukah Party in Peck Hall where residents listened to the music of Lil’ Rev and sampled traditional foods like latkes and jelly donuts. Volunteers of all ages also made Chanukah special by planning activities with our residents, like trivia. Each night was accompanied by a special menorah lighting.

Photos: (Top left) Lil’ Rev performs for Ovation Communities residents. (Bottom left) Jelly-filled donuts for residents during the Chanukah party. (Top right) Betty, Kavod Terrace resident, displays her Chanukah art. (Middle right) Children from Mequon Jewish Preschool visit Ovation. (Lower right) Jewish Home residents and activities staff put up Chanukah decorations.

Project C.U.R.E.

Ovation Communities recently donated a truckload of wheelchairs to Project C.U.R.E.— the world’s largest distributor of donated medical supplies, equipment and services. With a surplus of used, yet perfectly usable, wheelchairs and walkers, Ovation’s Plant Operations team was inspired to find a second life for the equipment.

After doing extensive research on options, they decided to partner with Project C.U.R.E. to send the surplus to under-resourced hospitals, clinics and community health centers in developing countries. The team worked hard, putting each wheelchair and walker into the Project C.U.R.E. truck and sent them on their way, where they will get a new life helping people in need.

Celebrating Excellence: Honoring Ovation’s Dedicated Team

Employees Gather for First Annual Employee Picnic

Last summer, employees and their families headed to the Milwaukee County Zoo for the first annual employee picnic. Ovation’s hard-working team spent the day exploring the Zoo, bonding with colleagues and enjoying lunch. The new event was sponsored by Hand in Hand Partners in Caring, in appreciation of all Ovation Communities and Jewish Home and Care Center Foundation employees.

“Hand in Hand is an important volunteer component of Ovation Communities. Our mission is to support the staff and to do whatever we can to improve quality of life for our residents. We were thrilled when Mike Silverman asked if Hand in Hand would sponsor a picnic. It was a great opportunity for us to do something good for our wonderful staff in recognition of how hard they work to take care of our residents,” said Phil Himmelfarb, Hand in Hand Chair.

Lewin Award Recognizes Dedicated Employees

In December, two outstanding staff members were recognized with the Lewin Award. Jim Heisler, Activities Coordinator, and Isabella Rosales, Dietary Associate, were acknowledged for their hard work always going above and beyond in their service to Ovation’s residents. The Lewin Award Fund of the Jewish Home and Care Center Foundation was started in 2015 by Sharon Lewin and Jack Edelstein in memory of Sharon’s parents Lore and Martin Lewin who were Chai Point residents.

JIM HEISLER ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR

Bill Komisar to Lead Foundation Investment Committee

ISABELLA ROSALES DIETARY ASSOCIATE

In July, Bill Komisar was selected to lead the Jewish Home and Care Center Foundation Investment Committee moving forward. Bill has been involved with Ovation Communities for decades serving as Chair of the Board for both the Jewish Home and the Foundation.

The committee oversees the Foundation’s assets, manages funds and investments, and makes recommendations on overall strategies. Bill has been a long-time member of the committee and was chosen for his significant investment knowledge, in-depth understanding of the organization, deep connections in the community, and commitment to serving Ovation’s residents.

Ovation Recognizes Employees With 40+ Years of Service

Jean Annello & Valerie Graham Washington

Ovation Communities is fortunate to recognize two staff members who have dedicated over 40 years to the organization. Ovation truly values and celebrates their unwavering commitment, highlighting the invaluable contributions they have made over the decades.

WHAT SHE LOVES ABOUT WORKING AT OVATION:

“What I love most about working at Ovation are the residents. They are like family to me. Since my grandparents are no longer with me, each resident has touched my heart.”

NAME AND TITLE:

Jean Annello, started as a Nursing Assistant and is now a Unit Coordinator with the Jewish Home

YEARS OF SERVICE: 50 years

Jean with Ovation Jewish Home resident, Sherri.

NAME AND TITLE:

Valerie Graham

Washington, Dietary Aid in Food Service w/NexDine

YEARS OF SERVICE: 40 years

WHAT SHE LOVES ABOUT WORKING AT OVATION:

“Right out of high school I came to work at the Jewish Home when Nita Corré was Executive Director. I was kind of wild back then, and really only cared about a paycheck. But Nita saw something in me. I wasn’t sure I was up for the job, but Nita told me I could do anything I set my mind to. She encouraged me to go to college to become a dietitian. I didn’t think I was college material, but Nita thought otherwise. And while I never did go to college, Nita never turned her back on me. She was always right there by my side, encouraging me and supporting me. I credit Nita with sending me down the right path in life. She was an angel to me. She took me under her wing and made me believe in myself. I miss her so much and I will always love her. Working here means a lot to me because of Nita, and because of the love I have for the residents and the staff.”

“Congratulations to Jean and Valerie on their more than 40 years of service at Ovation Communities. Their work here has made a tremendous difference in the lives of their co-workers and our residents, and we are grateful that they are both a part of the Ovation family.”

MIKE SILVERMAN, PRESIDENT

Valerie and Lula M. Abdullahi, Lead Server.

Our Friends & Supporters…

We are pleased to recognize our donors whose gifts help sustain our mission. Donors are listed for contributions received between July 1 through December 31, 2023. We strive to be accurate and complete. Please inform us of any errors and accept our apologies for any oversight. If you would like your name or listing changed in any way, please contact the Foundation office at 414.277.8837.

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

Rabbi Marc E. Berkson in honor of Michael Sattell

Ms. Jo Bierer in memory of Patti Cutraro

Mr. and Mrs. Todd Brachman

Mr. Darwin Broenen in memory of Gary Giesemann

Mr. and Mrs. Allan Carneol

Mr. John F. Carroll in memory of Andrea Carroll

Peter and Roberta Crapitto in memory of Patti Cutraro

Mrs. Nicole Cutraro in memory of Patti Cutraro

Mr. Joseph Cutraro in memory of Patti Cutraro

Mr. Anthony Cutraro (2) in memory of Patti Cutraro and James Michael Lippert

Ms. Roberta Dinkin

Mrs. Pamela Lippert in memory of Patti Cutraro

Mr. John Dovi in memory of Patti Cutraro

Mr. Nathan Dragotta in memory of Patti Cutraro

Mr. and Mrs. Ted Dragotta in memory of Patti Cutraro

Mrs. Suzy B. Ettinger

Mrs. Louise Fligiel in memory of Fanchon Lessing

Ms. Patricia Frkovich in memory of Patti Cutraro

Mrs. Faye Giesemann in memory of Gary Giesemann

Mr. Anthony Giordano in memory of Patti Cutraro

Mr. Sidney Hastings in memory of Patti Cutraro

Mrs. Tina Higgins in memory of Patti Cutraro

Mr. Tom Hlavacek in memory of Patti Cutraro

Ms. Eugenia Hoy in memory of Gary Giesemann

Ms. Linda Hueneke in memory of Gary Giesemann

Mrs. Mary James Lampe in memory of Patti Cutraro

Ms. Janet Jenness in memory of Patti Cutraro

Mr. and Mrs. David Karp in memory of Gertrude Sadowsky

Ms. Susan Karpfinger in memory of Patti Cutraro

Mrs. Terri Konrath in memory of Patti Cutraro

Mrs. Lisa Lappin

Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Lauritzen

Ms. Elsa Limbach in memory of Patti Cutraro

Tom and Jeannie Maglio in memory of Patti Cutraro

Ms. Gina Martin in memory of Patti Cutraro

Jillian Marx-Wenig and Nathan Wenig

Mrs. Hannelore McDermott in memory of Patti Cutraro

Ms. Amy McNichol in memory of Patti Cutraro

Mrs. Maureen and Dan Melander in memory of Patti Cutraro

Mr. Jeffrey Shavzin in memory of Art and Charlotte Shavzin

Mr. David Shikhman in honor of the Shikhman family

Jason and Donna Stamp in memory of Patti Cutraro

Dr. Jim Stein & Ellen Schneiderman in memory of Ron Rickun

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Stevens in memory of Patti Cutraro

Ms. Sandra Svoboda in memory of Patti Cutraro

Ms. Karen Thiel in memory of Patti Cutraro

Mr. Mark Thornton in honor of Dana Rubin Winkelman, our Social Work Director

Ms. Ellen Tubbs De Lia in honor of Dana Rubin Winkelman, our Social Work Director

Mr. Wayne Wendling in memory of Patricia Ann (Reuter) Cutraro

Terry and Dick West in memory of Patti Cutraro

Bill Wilson in memory of Patti Cutraro

NexDine Hospitality

Presenting Sponsor of the July 3rd Fireworks Event

ELM II Fund of the Greater Milwaukee Foundation for the R+R ReCharge and Renew Club

Milwaukee Jewish Federation

She Should Run in memory of Patti Cutraro

Beatrice Miller Beauty Shop Fund

Ms. Merle Dubin in memory of Adrienne Weber and Robert Chiger

Dr. Monte D. Miller (2) in memory of Joel Miller and Bernard Miller

Bornstein Lecture Fund

Samuel and Sara Bornstein Alzheimer Education Endowment of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation

Celia and Jacob Schnell Fund

Mrs. Lisa Gorelick in memory of Cookie Krasno for the Activities department

Dor L’Dor Corridor Fund

Mr. James Charne in memory of Irvin and Merla Charne

Mrs. Madeline Eggan In honor of Bea & Shel Greenberg’s anniversary

Mr. Alan Pollack in memory of Floyd Schwade

Employee Holiday Fund

Dr. and Mrs. Steven Baruch

Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Bass

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Bates

Ms. Jodi Beder

Mrs. Donna Berg

Ms. Belle Bergner in honor of the 4th floor staff, dining services, therapy, and all

Mrs. Elaine Berke

Dr. Nancy Berke

Mrs. Laurie Berke Segel

Mrs. Margaret Blacher

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bley

Mrs. Sherry Blumberg

Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Bornstein

Mr. and Mrs. Alan Borsuk

Mrs. Jane Chester

Mr. Jonathan Clemmer

Mrs. Natalie Cohen

Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Conn in honor of Arlene Engelhardt

Mr. and Mrs. Joel Cornfield

Mrs. Shirley Denemark to support all the excellent Ovation employees

Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Deutsch

Mrs. Joan Dimow in honor of the 3rd Floor hourly staff

Mr. and Mrs. Richard Edelman

Merzy and Russ Eisenberg in honor of the Chai Point employees

Mrs. Janet Eisendrath

The Family of Louise Stein

Mr. Ciril Fears

Ms. Myra Foreman

Mr. and Mrs. Jay Frank

Gervaise Gahn

Ms. Martha Gallagher

Mrs. Hilda Geller

Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Gingold

Steve Collins and Mark & Jackie Gold

Ms. Alice Goldblatt

Phil and Tony Goldner

Dr. Michael Goldstone & Mrs. Susan Vetrovsky-Goldstone

Bea and Sheldon Greenberg

Mr. and Mrs. David Gruber

Mr. Barry Hellman

Sara Hoffman

Mrs. Joan Hunt

Mr. and Mrs. Robin Irwin

Mr. and Mrs. Brad Kahn

Mrs. Mary Kahn

Mrs. Sandra Kincaid

Mrs. Deborah Koenig

Mrs. Edith Kohlenberg

Ms. Jeanne Kollmeyer

Mr. and Mrs. William Komisar

Mr. Allen Koren

Mr. Eduard Korsunskiy

Mr. Vladimir Kushnaryov

Ms. Barbara Lerer in honor of Goldie Lerer

Rabbi Gil-Ezer and Debbie Lerer

Ms. Judy Levin

Mrs. Frieda Levine

Mr. and Mrs. Howard Loeb

Ms. Tracy Luber

Maureen & David Luddy

Dr. and Mrs. Dennis Maiman

Ms. Ruth Malmon

Mrs. Pam Marcucci in honor of the support staff

Ms. Leigh Maxon

Mr. and Mrs. Tom McMahan

Ms. Elise Melrood

Ms. Laurie Melrood in honor of Armin Melrood

Ms. Joan Miller in honor of Chai Point staff

Mr. Howard Minkoff

Mr. and Mrs. Howard Moeckler

Mr. and Mrs. Harlan Moeckler

Ms. Leslie Orenstein in honor of the Chai Point staff

Mr. Bruce Paler

Mr. Garrison Paykel

Mrs. Arleen F. Peltz

Ms. Beth Peterman

Mr. Lawrence Pizer

Ms. Ellen Pizer-Kupersmith

Byrda and Irving Raffe

Ms. Victoria Rau in honor of Kavod Terrace staff

Mrs. Elizabeth Reilly

Mrs. Sherri L. Rice

Mr. Richard Robbins

Mrs. Mehri Rokni in honor of Cheryl Buckman

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Rudman

Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Selby

Mr. Vladimir Shayevich

Mr. and Mrs. Joel Siegel

Mr. Charles Silberg

Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Stein

Mr. and Mrs. Richard Strait

Mr. and Mrs. David Turim for the wonderful care provided to the Turims and Minkoffs

Mr. Jeffrey Usow

Ms. Merle Wasserman

Ms. Lisa Weber in memory of Helen Weber

Mr. and Mrs. Paul* Whiteman

Hon. & Mrs. Glenn Yamahiro

Hand In Hand - Partners in Caring

Friends of Ovation Communities

Dr. and Mrs. Lawrence Frazin

Geriatric Career Development Program Fund

Mr. Steve Barr in memory of Marilyn Rose

Mr. and Mrs. David Freeman in memory of Marilyn Rose

Mrs. Arleen F. Peltz in memory of Marilyn Rose

Golden Alliance

Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Bass Guardian Level membership

Ryan and Adrienne Berlin Contributor Level membership

Dr. and Mrs. Charles Bomzer Contributor Level membership

Mrs. Cheryl A. Brickman

Sustainer Level membership

Dr. David and Dr. Judy Coran

Contributor Level membership

Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Croen

Sustainer Level membership

Mr. and Mrs. James Deshur

Sustainer Level membership

Dr. Kenneth S. Fabric

Contributor Level membership

Mr. and Mrs. Jay Frank

Contributor Level membership

Ms. Emily Ganos

Contributor Level membership; in memory of Fred and Rita Gordy

In Memoriam

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

Mayya Epshteyn

Ronald ‘Ron’ Rickun

Natalie Hammes Gertrude ‘Gertie’ Sadowsky

This list covers September 30 through December 31, 2023.

Mr. and Mrs. Mark Garber

Contributor Level membership

Dr. and Mrs. Glenn Graves

Contributor Level membership

Shelly and Michael Hart

Sustainer Level membership

Sara Hoffman

Contributor Level membership

Ms. Julie Kaye

Sustainer Level membership

Mr. and Mrs. William Kerns

Contributor Level membership

Mrs. Yulia Koltun & Mr. Chris Karnold-Lynch

Contributor Level membership

Bernard and Judy Kristal

Contributor Level membership

Mr. and Mrs. Howard Loeb

Contributor Level membership

Dr. and Mrs. Irwin Margolis

Contributor Level membership

Ms. Tanya Leora Mazor

Contributor Level membership

Mrs. Arleen F. Peltz

Contributor Level membership

Ms. Beth Peterman

Contributor Level membership

Dr. Nancy Reeder

Sustainer Level membership

Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Richman

Contributor Level membership

Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Stein

Sustainer Level membership

Mrs. Fredlyn Viel

Sustainer Level membership; in memory of John Viel

Mr. and Mrs. David Weber

Contributor Level membership

Hon. & Mrs. Glenn Yamahiro

Contributor Level membership

Hand In Hand Fund

Ms. Tanya Leora Mazor in memory of Julie Kaye’s brother, Carnot Nelson

Mark McQuide and Nancy Weiss McQuide

Mrs. Arleen F. Peltz in memory of Julie Kaye’s brother, Carnot Nelson

Herschel Gellerman Memorial Fund

Dr. and Mrs. Avi Pandey in memory of Herschel Gellerman

Hyman Kastrul Synagogue Fund

Mrs. Flora Abramson

Yizkor Book 5784 memorials

Rabbi and Mrs. Steven Adams

Yizkor Book 5784 memorials

Ms. Barbara Bold

Yizkor Book 5784 memorials

Mr. David Bordow

Yahrzeit of Milton Bordow

Mr. James Charne

Yizkor Book 5784 memorials

Donors are listed for contributions received between July 1 through December 31, 2023. Numbers in parenthesis indicate multiple gifts during this time period. We apologize for any errors or omissions.

*Of Blessed Memory

Mr. and Mrs. Richard DeSmet (2)

Yahrzeit of Hyman Kastrul; in memory of Lillian L. Kastrul and Jeffrey Kastrul

Ms. Karen Drummond

Yahrzeit Harry & Mollie Scklore & John Rush

Ms. Karen Drummond

Yahrzeit of Lena Feldman

Mrs. Judith Godessoff

Yahrzeit in memory of Nathan H. Bass

Bea and Sheldon Greenberg

Yizkor Book 5784 memorials

Mr. and Mrs. Rick Grossman

Yahrzeit in memory of Yetta Rose Turick and Yizkor Book 5784 memorials

Dr. and Mrs. Sidney Herszenson

Yahrzeit of Ellen Herszenson

Ms. Aura Hirschman

Yizkor Book 5784 memorials

Mr. Mark Holland in honor of Rabbi Emmer and Rabbi Adams

Mrs. Mary Kahn

Yizkor Book 5784 memorials

Mrs. Edith Kohlenberg

Yizkor Book 5784 memorials

Mr. Allen Koren

Yizkor Book 5784 memorials

Dr. and Mrs. Larry Kretchmar

Yahrzeit in memory of Paul L. Moskowitz

Rabbi Gil-Ezer and Debbie Lerer

Yizkor Book 5784 memorials

Ms. Judy Levin

Yizkor Book 5784 memorials

Mrs. Frieda Levine

Yizkor Book 5784 memorials

Maureen & David Luddy

Yizkor Book 5784 memorials

Ms. Tanya Leora Mazor

Yizkor Book 5784 memorials

Ms. Elise Melrood

Yizkor Book 5784 memorials

Ms. Laurie Melrood

Yizkor Book 5784 memorials

Mr. Richard Munitz

Yizkor Book 5784 memorials

Mr. Garrison Paykel

Yizkor Book 5784 memorials

Mrs. Arleen F. Peltz (2)

Yahrzeit of Walter (Velvel) Peltz & Yizkor Book 5784 memorials

Dr. Susan Pollack in memory of Jack Pollack

Byrda and Irving Raffe

Yizkor Book 5784 memorials

Dr. and Mrs. Mitchell Rapkin

Yahrzeit of Dorothy B. Lerner

Mrs. Elizabeth Reilly

Yizkor Book 5784 memorials

Mr. Joshua Richman in honor of Tanya Leora Mazor

Dr. and Mrs. Roger Rosenberg

Yahrzeit of William Turick

Ms. Sharron Rottman in honor of Rabbi Emmer

Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Selby donated book for the Ettinger Family Foundation library

Mr. and Mrs. Peter Sereni Yahrzeit of Ben W. Turick

Mr. and Ms. Raymond Sherman Yizkor Book 5784 memorials

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Silverman Yizkor Book 5784 memorials

Ms. Dorna Simons Yizkor Book 5784 memorials

Mr. and Mrs. James Sweet Yahrzeit of Abraham Bodner

Dr. Roger and Adrienne Turick Rosenberg Yahrzeit of William Turick and in memory of Ben W. Turick

Mr. and Ms. Russell Wasserman Yahrzeit of Yale Wasserman

Ms. Suzanne Yopack Yahrzeit of Morris Yopack and in memory of Ruth and Gary Yopack

Mrs. Eva Zaret Yahrzeit of Regina Lebovics

Goodman-Bensman Funeral Home

Irv & Byrda Raffe Fund

Mr. Anthony Cutraro in memory of Patti Cutraro

Kay Schanke Almond & Venglevski Concert

Irving L. Chortek Charitable Fund

Irving L. Chortek Charitable Fund (2)

Kavod Terrace

Mr. Marshall Zarem Legacy gift

Kavod Terrace Mezuzah Campaign

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bley

Mrs. Enid Bootzin-Berkovits

Mr. James Charne in memory of Irvin and Merla Charne

Mr. and Mrs. Jay Frank

Sara Hoffman

Dr. and Mrs. Michael Katzoff

Ms. Julie Kaye in memory of Max and Marion Nelson

Raisa and Yulia Koltun in memory of Aron and Gita Stolin

Mr. and Mrs. William Komisar

Ms. Tanya Leora Mazor

Mrs. Arleen F. Peltz

Mr. and Mrs. Joel Siegel in honor of Tamara Taxman

Ovation Chai Point Fund

Mr. and Mrs. Alan Borsuk

Mrs. Judy Chernick in memory of Bernice Spivek

Ms. Miriam Davis

Mrs. and Mr. Inese Franzke

Mrs. Sherry Friebert

Denny and Gary Geller in memory of Ron Rickun

Mr. and Mrs. Irving Gottschalk

Bea and Sheldon Greenberg in honor of the Chai Point staff

David and Beverly Gruber in memory of Nina and Shlomo Stillerman

Mr. Mark Holland in honor of Rabbi Emmer and Rabbi Adams

Ms. Ruth Irvings and Ms. Amy Shapiro in memory of Irene and Leo Irvings

Ms. Lisa Irvings in memory of Irene and Leo Irvings

Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Israel in memory of Baba Cagan

Ms. Ann Jennings in memory of Sharie Berliant

Mr. and Mrs. Peter Klein

Brad and Sarah Komisar in honor of Claire Komisar

Mr. Vladimir Kushnaryov

Mr. Arthur and Dr. Gloria Leon in honor of Bertha Rakita

Marshere and Jevonti Shackelford

Mr. and Mrs. Lee Siegman

Ms. Florence Steinberger in memory of Lia Steinberger

Mr. Ari Weber

Ms. Ellen Whitnack in memory of Sylvia Rakita Bernstein

Ovation Jewish Home and Care Center Fund

Mrs. Susan G. Atlas

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

Dr. and Mrs. Steven Baruch in memory of Bernice Spivek

Ms. Pamela Bass

Mrs. Elaine Berke in memory of Bernice Spivek

Cantor Karen and Elliot Berman

Mr. and Mrs. Alan Bern

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Rogers in memory of Lucille Stovers

Mrs. Sherry Blumberg

Mrs. Anne Borkowf

Mrs. Jane Carlin

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Chudnow in memory of Avrum and Anita Chudnow

Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Conn in honor of the nurses of the 4th floor of the Jewish Home

Mr. and Ms. Glenn Cummins in memory of Jerry Duckler

Mr. Jack Cusma in memory of Gertrude Sadowsky

Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Dermer

Mr. James Derzon

Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Dorf

Mrs. Phyllis Dorf

Dr. and Mrs. Howard Dubner

Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Effron in memory of Stanley Holland

Mr. and Mrs. Hyam Eglash

Mr. and Mrs. Rodney Eglash

Mr. Neal Eisendrath in memory of Gertrude Sadowsky

Karen Elliott

Ken Finkel and Jane Delzer in memory of Gertrude Sadowsky

Mr. and Mrs. Joel Fishman

Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Fogel (2)

Mr. Arlen Folker in memory of Gertrude Sadowsky

Mr. Marshall Forbes

Ms. Helen Frail in memory of Armand Zulli

Mr. Jeffrey Frank (2)

Dr. and Mrs. Lawrence Frazin in memory of Sid Frazin

Ms. Margie Gainer

Ms. Susan Garfin in memory of Caren Krasno

Mrs. Sara Gimbel

Mr. Jeffrey Goldberg

We want to celebrate your special day!

In an effort to recognize our donors and supporters, we are compiling a database of birthdays and other special days. If you are interested in adding your name, or that of a loved one, please contact Tanya Leora Mazor at 414.721.9260 or tmazor@ovation.org.

Dr. and Mrs. Jacob Golding

Ms. Janice Gratch in honor of the Jewish Home activities, in memory of Lucille Shovers

Ms. Rachel Grinker Stern

Mr. and Mrs. Rick Grossman

Mr. and Mrs. Steven Gruen

Mr. and Mrs. Larry Hawk in memory of Gertrude Sadowsky

Mr. Philip Horwitz (7)

Mr. and Mrs. Robin Irwin in memory of Joyce Altman

Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Jacobson in memory of Eli & Anne Jacobson

Mr. and Mrs. Mike Joseph

Mr. and Mrs. Leo Kleiner

Mr. Andrew Komisar and Ms. Shannon Corallo

Ms. Delores Kramer

Ms. Gloria Krasno

Bernard and Judy Kristal (2) in memory of Maxine Cohn

Ms. Anne Kustermann in memory of Gertrude Sadowsky

Mr. Steven Lechter in memory of Gertrude Sadowsky

Mrs. Ann Lederman in memory of John Zussman

Ms. Harlene Levin

Nancy Levin in memory of Ron Rickun

Mrs. Frieda Levine in memory of Gertrude Sadowsky

Mrs. Richard Lisberg

Mr. and Mrs. Bill Major in memory of Joyce Potter

Mrs. Lois Malawsky

Dr. Sandy and Mrs. Judith Mallin

Mrs. Ann L. Margolis

Jillian Marx-Wenig and Nathan Wenig

Sheila Bitan’s Art Exhibit

Ms. Tanya Leora Mazor

Sheila Bitan’s Art Exhibit

Ms. Esther Mazor

Ms. Tanya Leora Mazor (2) in honor of Rick & Sue Strait’s 40th anniversary

Mark McQuide and Nancy Weiss McQuide in memory of Joel Altman-Shafer’s father

Ms. Elise Melrood

Mrs. Evelyn Melton in memory of Gertrude Sadowsky

Mrs. Barbara Miller

Mr. and Mrs. Armin Nankin in memory of Yale Tolwin

Dr. and Mrs. Kevin Packman in honor of David Kazan’s 60th birthday

Mr. and Mrs. Harold Paley

Dr. and Mrs. Leonard Parker

Mrs. Arleen F. Peltz (3) in memory of Bill Reilly, Joyce Altman & Bernice Spivek

Ms. and Mr. Susan Pokorny

Mr. Alan Pollack for the Jewish Home’s American flag

Dr. Susan Pollack in memory of Blema Pollack

Mrs. Adrienne Pollack-Sender

Tom and Andi Rabenn Family in memory of Andy Rabenn

Mrs. Judy Ann Saichek in appreciation to Susan Marcus

Dr. and Mrs. David Sandock in memory of Ruth Babbitz

Ms. Karen Schapiro and Mr. Douglas Frazer painting donation

Mrs. Mildred Schapiro

Ms. Sandy Schmidt

Mr. Robert Schwartz

Estate of Rita Seitner

Marshere and Jevonti Shackelford

Rabbi and Mrs. Ronald Shapiro

Mr. David Shikhman in memory of Lev, Zinoviy and Roza Shikhman

Mr. and Mrs. Neil Siegel in memory of Gertrude Sadowsky

Mr. and Mrs. Louis Siegel

Mr. and Mrs. Al Simon

Ms. Ines Spinelli in memory of Armand Zulli

Mr. and Mrs. Jason Steigman

Mr. and Mrs. James Sweet

Mr. and Mrs. Chuck Terwilliger in memory of Armand Zulli

Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Warren

Mr. and Mrs. David Weiner

Ms. Judy Wolkenstein

Ms. Suzanne Yopack in memory of Ruth, Morris, and Gary Yopack

Mrs. Maxine Zinder in honor of Suzi Derzon

Dr. and Mrs. Richard Zussman

Congregation Shalom in honor of Ken Stein

Dr. Sam and Ann Rottman Charitable Trust

Harry E. Jankowitz Endowment Fund of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation

Helen and Bernard Soref Memorial Endowment Fund of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation

Helen and Morris Zolin Fund of the Greater Milwaukee Foundation

Isaac and Eva Hochman Family Foundation of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation

Loyal Grinker DAF of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation

Max Branovan Charitable Trust

Mequon Jewish Preschool

Peck Foundation, Milwaukee LTD

Tonkens Memorial Endowment Fund of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation

Warren & Charlie-Dale & Noreen-Rich & Niru- Jeff & Heather in honor of Natalie Hammes

William H. Wasweyler Fund of the Greater Milwaukee Foundation

Ovation Movie Theater Fund

Mr. David Arieff

Ms. Araea Bergeron

50/50 raffle tickets for the In-Ovation Luncheon

Mr. Matt Budde

50/50 raffle tickets for the In-Ovation Luncheon

Dr. and Mrs. Howard Dubner donated four resident seats at the In-Ovation Luncheon

Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Gimbel

In-Ovation Luncheon and 50/50 raffle tickets for the In-Ovation Luncheon

Mr. and Mrs. Mark Goldner

Ms. Julie Kaye

In-Ovation Luncheon and 50/50 raffle ticket for the In-Ovation Luncheon

Mr. and Mrs. William Komisar

In-Ovation Story Board Level Sponsorship

Mr. Allen Koren

50/50 raffle tickets for the In-Ovation Luncheon

Mr. Ronald Lockhart

50/50 raffle tickets for the In-Ovation Luncheon

Mr. and Mrs. Alan Marcuvitz

In-Ovation Luncheon

Mrs. Dorothy Meyers

Ms. Dorna Simons

In-Ovation Luncheon

Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Stein

In-Ovation Luncheon Script Supervisor

Level Sponsorship

Komisar Brady & CO., LLP

In-Ovation Luncheon Script Supervisor Level Sponsorship

Mesirow Financial Administrative Corp

In-Ovation Luncheon Casting Director Level Sponsorship

Posner Chair for Intergenerational Programming

Gene and Ruth Posner Foundation, Inc.

William L. Komisar Fund

Mr. and Mrs. William Komisar

Komisar Brady & CO., LLP

from the William and Andrew Komisar Families

Riverwater Partners LLC in honor of William Komisar

Donors are listed for contributions received between July 1 through December 31, 2023. Numbers in parenthesis indicate multiple gifts during this time period. We apologize for any errors or omissions.

*Of Blessed Memory