HomeSpun | Summer 2015

A newsletter from the Jewish Home and Care Center, Chai Point Senior Living, the Sarah Chudnow Community and the Jewish Home and Care Center Foundation.

Summer 2015

O President/CEO.................. Michael I. Sattell Mktng/Comm Director........ Marlene Heller

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Jewish Home and Care Center Chairman of the Board......Joshua L. Gimbel Administrator........................... Elaine Dyer

Hand in Hand Chairman of the Board......Mary Anne Selby Volunteer Coordinator............. Beth Draper

Jewish Home and Care Center Foundation Chairman of the Board............... Arleen Peltz Development Director...........Jonathan Mann

Chai Point Senior Living Chairman of the Board........... Howard Loeb Director.............. Deborah Rosenthal Zemel

Sarah Chudnow Community Chairman of the Board.......... Lynne Bomzer Administrator.......................Paul J. Schultz

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Highlights In this Issue: A Joy Forever........................................1 New Bimah Covers...............................1 Creative SPARK!...................................4 Hand in Hand Outreach.......................6 JHCC Activities....................................7 Chai Point Happenings.........................8 Sarah Chudnow Community................9 JHCC Foundation...............................11 Volunteers/ Volunteer Luncheon.........12 Intergenerational Program..................14 Thank You to Donors..........................16

A Joy Forever

f all the things that set our residences apart from others, the first one you notice when you visit our buildings is probably the artwork. More than just pretty pictures of scenery, or framed prints from a poster store, the artwork on our campuses is a collection built up over the years consisting of donated, purchased, and commissioned items.

Some artwork is in our permanent collection, and some is on loan from the artists.

Ask our residents what they think about the artwork in their homes, and they will tell you it really adds to the experience of living here.

Edie Silverstein,

Jean Saltzman, Gitel Forman, Kathryn Beckman, all residents of Chai Point, agreed the residence would be drab without the art. And, they pointed out, they don’t always have the opportunity or ability to go to the Milwaukee Art Museum, so having it right in their home is a nice substitute!

Recently, an Art Committee was appointed by our boards of directors.

It is composed of volunteers with a keen interest in art, and its charge is “to provide guidance regarding our current outstanding art collection relating to its display, care and maintenance, and set policies for future acquisitions Tony Spolar introduces his creation. intended to provide Cont. on Page 2

Hand in Hand Donates New Covers To Grace Our Bimah

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hen Mary Anne Selby took the position of chair of Hand in Hand, Volunteer Partners in Caring, one of her first projects was the beautification of the Jewish Home and Care Center’s synagogue. Hand in Hand’s board, knowing that the synagogue

gets daily use with heavier use on the weekends, felt the room could use a facelift to make it feel warmer and more welcoming, as it was starting to show some wear around the edges.

Part of that update was a redo of the bimah covers, the cloths that cover the tables on Cont. on Page 15

the most beautiful environment for our residents, families, staff and community guests.” Judy Margolis is the chair of the Art Committee. Other members include Suzy Ettinger, Bobbi Caraway, Jeff Winter and Denny Geller.

The first charge for the committee was to commission a piece of art for the south wall of the Rubenstein Pavilion (above). Tony Spolar, a Milwaukee artist whose work can be seen in many of our local institutions, houses of worship, libraries, restaurants, healthcare institutions, schools and businesses, was chosen to complete the mural that now adorns the wall.

Composed of more than 1000 photos from the earliest archives of the Jewish Home up to the present time, it tells the story of the Jewish community in Milwaukee. And it does so while presenting, as Judy Margolis said in her remarks at the presentation of the mural, “…our core values, what everything that happens here for our residents, their families and our staff is based on…Torah… our central core value that all else rests on….

And in that icon is really what we are all about: the fifth commandment…

devoting ourselves to the care and well being of our fathers and mothers.”

Standing proudly in front of Chai Point Senior Living is another beautiful work of art. Donated and created by sculptor Richard Edelman, the towering To Life! sculpture, made of the Hebrew letters that spell the word “life” (Chai) is a testament to the “Chai Life” that goes on within the building. Chai Point Director Debbie Zemel says, “The sculpture is a double helix, like the DNA of life, and it represents the DNA of the joy and spirit that our residents embody when they live the Chai Life!”

the featured artists in SCC’s Artist-InResidence Series. The exhibition opens in the 2nd Floor Art Gallery, with a reception immediately following in Posner Town Square. A mixed media artist, Wrathel uses colored threads, ephemera and paints to create Native American-inspired pieces. Stoffel, a resident of Sheboygan Falls, creates portraits using mixed media (oil paint, fabric, colored pencils and paper) while incorporating the subject’s likeness with their interests and passions.

Also on the first floor of Chai Point, as well as at the Jewish Home and Care Center, and on the second floor of the Sarah Chudnow Community are art galleries. All feature rotating exhibitions.

In September, the exhibit changes to World War I Recruiting Posters and other items on loan from the Chudnow Museum of Yesteryear. The Chudnow Museum is a nonprofit organization that operates as a Milwaukee history museum displaying the collection of the late Avrum Chudnow. It is an eclectic and extensive collection of 20th century Americana. The WWI items are cherished by collectors of World War I memorabilia, and they tell the story of the time in dramatic and entertaining fashion.

At Sarah Chudnow, the next artists will be Delores Wrathel and Shelly Stoffel as

The Jewish Home and Care Center and Chai Point hosted a joint display of

Several others of Edelman’s sculptures are on loan throughout the building, adding to the aesthetic beauty of the first floor lobby.

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Mary Ann Selby looks at photos.

photos from Israel, from our Partnership2Gether community in the Sovev Kinneret region. Besides utilizing the Sally and Phillip Askotzky Gallery and the Chai Point Art Gallery, the photos were also being hung in the Nita L. Corré Dor L’Dor Corridor; the first time this area has been used as an art gallery. However, it is most likely not going to be the last.

The 73 photos on view were taken by photographer Naftali Oppenheim, whose work is on show at the Eretz Israel Museum, and documents the people of Kibbutz Ein Gev and the Kinneret in the middle of the 20th century. The Jewish Home and Chai Point are hosting the exhibit for the Milwaukee Jewish Federation.

Just a few of our archived photos, some of which are included in the mural.

Throughout our campuses, you will see other beautiful pieces of notable artwork, not the least of which is the exquisite stained glass created by local artist Suzanne Derzon. Both at Sarah Chudnow Community and the Jewish Home, and most notably in the Rubenstein Pavilion, Derzon’s stained glass are centerpieces of our collections.

The Pillars of Creation in the Rubenstein Pavilion and the mural at the synagogue are two outstanding examples of her work.

When you are visiting our residences, take some time to enjoy the tapestries, sculptures, stained glass and other artwork you see around you. It is there, after all, to be enjoyed.

Liza Holle and Michael Sattell review photos.

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A SPARK! of Creativity

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llie Gettinger and Dawn Adler have a hard time containing their enthusiasm when they discuss the SPARK! program at the Jewish Museum Milwaukee (JMM). Gettinger is the director of education at the museum, and Adler is the director of adult day programs and of the brain and body fitness classes, called ReCharge!, at Chai Point Senior Living, next door. Together, the two have created a powerhouse of a program that caters to an otherwise overlooked population.

The SPARK! program is cultural programming for people with memory loss. Ellie Gettinger explained that it was based on practices in New York City, such as the Meet Me at MOMA program at the Museum of Modern Art. The Helen Bader Foundation was impressed with what they were doing for people with dementia and wanted to copy the program in Wisconsin. “The JMM had just opened, and we couldn’t take on programming for memory loss at that time,” Gettinger explained. But then, “last year at this time, Dawn Koceja at the Public Museum came to us and said the Bader Foundation is recruiting more

programs for SPARK! and she explained to us that what we are already doing can be adapted to the program. At the same time, Debbie [Zemel, director of Chai Point Senior Living] and Dawn [Adler] came to us and said the Bader Foundation is talking to us as well. It came to us that we have the collection, and the Adult Day Center [at Chai Point] has the population, and that’s how it came together. A true collaboration.”

And so the programs began, taking exhibits that are currently on view at the Museum, and creating the topics of the SPARK! sessions around them.

Currently showing at the JMM at press time is the Chasing Dreams: Baseball and Becoming American exhibit. It was on the schedule for the July 10 topic for SPARK! Dawn Adler explains, “We talk about ways of engaging the participants. Not just coming in to the museum, but doing things that are hands on. We ask them to engage in some ways, with artistic expression, or behind the scenes exploration.”

Left: Dawn Adler, director of adult day programs, leads a creative art experience.

Right: An Adult Day Center participant creates art out of a wine bottle.

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Ellie Gettinger confirms, “We take down pieces of the exhibit and bring it in for them to get an insider’s view of what goes into an exhibit.”

Adler continues, “We’ve created a ritual of beginning with a creative question that helps us get to know one another.

For the“ Festival of Lights” session the question was: If you were a type of light, what kind of light would you be? The answers were fascinating. It sets the tone. Then we look at artifacts.

We throw out open-ended questions.

How do you feel, how does that make you feel? There are no right or wrong answers.”

Gettinger said, “When we were looking at Israel, I read a story about Golda Meir coming to the United States.

Cantor Jeremy Stein came in and did a performance of music from the old world. We always do some kind of creative art experience at the end of the program.”

She added, “And then, being Jewish, of course we have to do something with food! We work with Gary Strothmann

at Chai Point and have food at the end of the program, depending on what the topic is. We’ve had popcorn, knishes, wedding cake…” Live accordion or harmonium music adds a sense of festivity from Musician and Natural Health Specialist Rosie Sheinbein.

Dawn Adler explains that the SPARK! program is meant for people living in the community, to be a social outing where people with memory loss, and their caregivers, can do things together in the role of “museum attendee” not a “person suffering from dementia.” It’s part of a nationwide push, especially in the state of Wisconsin. The Bader Foundation is pushing cultural arts programs to re-imagine the way we treat people with dementia. And it fits in well with the statewide plan,

to connect people who are dealing with similar situations.” And Gettinger adds, “We are no longer just saying, ‘No mom, it’s not 1972. Don’t you remember, Uncle Freddie died five years ago.’ It’s a non-threatening way for people to get connected early. These are low-barrier programs. And you don’t have to pay; these are free programs.”

A participant works on her decoupage project.

The Adult Day Center benefits from its location next door to the Jewish Museum Milwaukee. Adler and Sheinbein, who act as consultants to the SPARK! program, work with Gettinger in pre-testing each program with the

Adult Day Center participants. For more information about the Adult Day Center programs, call 414.277.8838.

For more information about SPARK!, call 414.390.5742.

Celebrating 10 Years!

What’s Happening at sarah’s house?

No Passport Needed Wrapping Up Our Summer Concert Series Wednesday, August 26 Dixie Doodlers This top rated 1920s style Dixieland Jazz Band creates lively music with bright melody, awesome harmony and energetic rhythm. They love to entertain and it shows!

Sponsored by the Gilbert Meisel Music Fund of the Jewish Home and Care Center Foundation.

Sarah Chudnow Community unveils a new program. Through our new technology we will be offering virtual tours with historians, authors and other experts through live video experiences.

Friday, Sept. 11, 2 pm Garrett Makes Cents of Quarters Designer and author Garrett Burke will share his inspiration for his creation of America’s 50 state quarters and his book Quarterama.

He is also known for his designs in the Hollywood hits, Star Wars and the James Bond movie series.

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Next in Our Artist Series Display Currently Showing: Delores Wrathel and Shelly Stoffel

Sept. 16 – Nov. 11 The Chudnow Museum’s World War I Collection We are proud to display the Chudnow Museum’s WWI memorabilia and other items from the museum. The collection is from the estate of the late Avrum Chudnow and is an eclectic and extensive collection of 20th century Americana. The artwork tells the story of the time in dramatic and entertaining fashion.

Hand in Hand, Jewish Home and Chai Point Outreach to the Community

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wo programs over the last few months are great examples of the outreach our communities and volunteers do to connect with the community, offering education, advice and comfort to those with eldercare concerns in their lives.

Caring Partners, a group of specially trained volunteers who are part of the Hand in Hand Volunteer Partners in Caring group that serves all of our residences, are there for our residents at end of life. They can work alongside hospice, or on their own if hospice has not been called in. They are there to be sure that “no one need die alone,” and they do their best to form relationships with residents long before they are called so that they are not there as strangers.

Several months ago, Caring Partners hosted a panel on “Hospice and palliative care: what’s the difference?” Panelists included Elaine Dyer, administrator of the Jewish Home and Care Center; Rabbi Steven Adams, consultant to Caring Partners; Bonnie Jeglum, director of social work at the Jewish Home and Care Center, and Elisabeth Blischke, admissions director at the Jewish Home and Care Center. Phil Himmelfarb, chair of Caring Partners, moderated. Guests came from all over the community, including hospice providers, other senior living providers,

and our own organization. It was an open forum with discussion and question-and-answer period, leading attendees to ask for more similar programs in the future.

At the Jewish Home and Care Center and Chai Point Senior Living, a program has been developed to support caregivers across our communities and to the public. This support group provides a safe, nurturing environment and is focused on the needs of the caregiver.

flexibility for caregivers’ schedules. The program is structured to serve as an education and resource for caregivers to support them as they take care of their loved ones. Each class has a different topic, ranging from preserving dignity to techniques on personal care for their loved one. The class has discussed challenges in the role of a caregiver.

Discussion topics can lead to very deep conversation, allowing caregivers to find relief by being able to express their feelings with others who understand what they are experiencing.

The classes began in May and will continue throughout the summer, meeting at a variety of times to provide

This class is facilitated by social workers Dana Rubin-Winkelman, MSW, CAPSW, Jewish Home and Care Center Adult Day Center and Carolyn Schuman, MSW, CAPSW, Chai Point Senior Living.

Dana Rubin-Winkelman says, “This support group touches on a little bit of everything, and is focused on the individuals attending the program. The participants attending are caring for a loved one living with dementia.

Elaine Dyer listens to a question.

The group exchanges ideas, discusses resources available, and provides useful tips for relieving caregiver stress.”

Rabbi Adams explains the Jewish view.

Bonnie Jeglum talks about the importance of advance directives.

Elisabeth Blischke explains what she looks for when someone is admitted to the JHCC.

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The class was so successful that, by popular demand, the sessions were extended throughout the summer.

For more information, contact 414-289-9600.

You do not have to attend all the sessions to benefit.

JHCC Activities Every Picture Tells a Story Painting is just another way of keeping a diary. ~ Pablo Picasso

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here are stories a-plenty at the Jewish Home and Care Center.

From our nonagenarian and centenarian residents to our dedicated staff members, these walls hold a rich history of those who have supported and are supported by our organization.

wheel themselves down to class; they really look forward to it,” says Carol Lukaszewicz, director of activities. “The art history program is insightful; it provides an opportunity for residents to express themselves.”

But how do we ensure that these personal stories are shared?

One way is through Memories in the Making®, a fine arts program designed by the Alzheimer’s Association for those with dementia and other related illnesses. The program offers an outlet for creative art expression where the artist focuses on skills he or she ‘can’ do in an emotionally safe environment with a positive atmosphere. Participants are able to reach outside their dementia and paint a picture that connects them to a past memory. Art becomes their voice.

“Residents are able to express themselves through art; offering us an inside peek at who they are, often through stories which may accompany the imagery in their artwork,” says Mark Stewart, activity leader. “It fosters self-esteem through the creation of something that they and others value.”

The program also serves as a valuable communication tool as it provides an avenue for families and caregivers to learn more about the person with dementia.

Another innovative (and somewhat unsuspecting) way is through the JHCC Activities Art History class on Friday mornings. “Residents will

about the piece, the light bulb goes off. Once something is relatable, they become engaged. “It doesn’t have to be a masterpiece, just do what you can do,” says Iannello. “It’s fun to put paint on paper – it feels good. It’s therapeutic, emotionally cleansing, and relaxing.”

“There is a great openness with the group,” continues Iannello. “I ask them about what they’re painting and the emotions behind it. Some are in the zone and don’t respond, while others will happily tell a story. The storytelling triggers emotions, leading to intelligent and compassionate conversations.”

Daniella Iannello, activity coordinator for the art history class, helps a resident.

The class, facilitated by activity leader Daniella Iannello, focuses on one piece of art (famous or not) each week that is visually appealing and colorful. Iannello explains the background and history of the piece, followed by a discussion about what they think and feel about that particular work of art. For example, with the work “The Bedroom” by Vincent Van Gogh, residents first talked about the piece itself. The discussion then led to reminiscing and storytelling about their childhood bedrooms.

Residents then painted a picture based on the art that was just discussed, and were encouraged to paint based on how they felt– either replicating the piece or using the piece as inspiration to paint something completely different.

At first, some residents say, “I’m not an artist,” or “This doesn’t interest me.”

Once they come to a class and learn

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Lukaszewicz credits the success of the art programs to her staff. “Mark & Daniela have degrees in art, and it’s that knowledge that has helped the programs develop and evolve. The programs have become what they are from the staff that’s here.” Iannello adds, “Residents put it all out on the table and that’s why it’s [the art history class] a success.”

Stewart concludes, “When an artist unlocks a memory and expresses that through painting, it affords their family and the community at large an opportunity to communicate with them about their artwork and their story.”

The stories of our residents will be on display in the Sally and Philip Askotzky Art Gallery in Peck Hall as part of a future exhibit. Check our social media sites and websites (see p. 11) for more information.

–Becca Loss

Chai Point Activities Residents Art on Display

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ometimes the public is impacted and inspired by works of art by one of our residents, which can lead to a flow of creativity.

Doris Gendelman, a Chai Point resident and former social services director at the Jewish Home and Care Center, had her colorful paintings on display in the Chai Point Art Gallery earlier in 2015. According to Trish Cohn, program director, “Our student visitors from UW-Milwaukee Peck School of the Arts were greatly taken by Doris’ art. They said they would like to choreograph a dance based on her paintings.”

The beautiful result was “Color Flow: A Dance for Doris,” performed in the gallery space in early May 2015. Prior to the performance, Doris Gendelman gave insight into her paintings: “My parents were always creating, and I couldn’t help but be influenced by their creative spirits. Inspiration for my paintings comes from places [my husband] Max and I traveled, especially Israel, the beachside in Naples, Florida, and plant life and sunsets everywhere.”

UWM Peck School of the Arts dance students performing “Color Flow: A Dance for Doris.”

The event was attended by Chai Point residents, as well as residents from Saint John’s on the Lake. “It was a full house,” said Cohn. “And a happy house as well!”

Chai Point staff also considers other artistic efforts or explorations on campus and seeks to find ways as to how residents may be inspired or engaged.

Doris Gendelman poses with the dancers in front of her artwork.

Cohn explains, “With the recent installation of the Kinneret People photo exhibit, we asked our residents if they would like to display their own Israeli mementos, artifacts or photos in the display case.” This collaborative effort allows us to gain insight into our residents’ personal histories as well as the history of Israel as a whole. Residents, as well as staff, were delighted to contribute to the effort. “Looking at all the art and artifacts inspires conversation and engagement among our residents, staff and the community,” said Cohn.

Earlier this year, the display case in the Chai Point Art Gallery displayed a part of resident Elaine Hornik’s huge collection of cups and collectibles, obtained on her family’s yearly trips to Toronto, Canada, and gifts from family and friends. The

The bluebird; a gift to Elaine Hornik from her nephew.

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Chai Point Art Gallery featuring Israeli Art from our residents and photos from the Kinneret People exhibit.

collection included art and artifacts from Canada, Israel, Japan and many places in between. Notable collectibles included: Jewish stars from a dear friend who passed away from cancer, “Shalom” needlework handed down from her mother, and a blue bird from her nephew. “It [the bluebird] is meaningful because it came from my nephew,” said Hornick. “It brings up happy memories.”

Israeli artifacts from our residents.

“We are thankful that our residents chose to share their artwork, collectibles and memories with us,” said Cohn.

“We hope this tradition continues to be shared with future generations.”

with area senior care service providers to build community and well-being through learning and experiencing art of all kinds.

–Becca Loss

The Creative Trust Milwaukee is an alliance committed to lifelong learning through the arts. UWM’s Peck School of the Arts’ faculty and students collaborate

Sarah chudnow Community Rotating Artist Series

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pproximately 18 months ago, the Sarah Chudnow Marketing Committee decided it would be wonderful to invite local artists to exhibit their work in the second floor Art Gallery. “One of our long-time residents, Jean Weinberg, has had her art gracing our walls for several years,” says Connie Eastman, residency advisor. “We reached out into the community as well as our own residents in search of artists and the Rotating Artist Series was born.”

and inquiries were made to invite artists to exhibit at Sarah Chudnow Community.

The first artists to exhibit in this series can thank the adage “it’s not what you know, it’s who you know.” Ladin, rehab sales and admissions coordinator, was visiting his daughter, Samantha, at the Goodwill Center for Work and Training, where she is a case manager. While Larry was touring the facility, he noticed the artwork on the walls and was immediately impressed. “I thought that everyone should have the opportunity to see this fantastic artwork,” said Ladin.

To prepare for the display of artwork, a professional picture hanging apparatus was purchased. Each artist’s work would be displayed from six to eight weeks, beginning with an exhibit opening and artist’s reception, allowing residents and the community an opportunity to meet the featured artist. Calls

As a result, the very first artists in the Rotating Artist Series were participants in Goodwill Industries’ Artistic

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Jeanine Semon prepares artwork for her exhibit.

Residents and visitors enjoy our gallery.

Enhancement Program. The exhibition showcased paper sculptures, mounted and framed paintings, and recognized the beauty, creativity and talents possessed by these artists.

The inaugural exhibition and artist’s reception took place on in April of 2014, and the Artist Series has been a running ever since.

Since its inception, a variety of artists’ works and mediums has been on display in the Art Gallery at Sarah Chudnow Community. The palette of artists includes: • Allen B. Caucutt, sculptor, painter and mixed media. May 2014. Caucutt is an accomplished sculptor who has been teaching the importance of art in childhood education for more than 50 years. He was recently recognized with the Distinguished Alumni Award from UW-Milwaukee.

Artists from Goodwill Industries’ Artistic Enhancement Program proudly exhibit their work in our gallery.

• Annette Hirsh, jewelry and Judaica, and SCC resident.

May 2015. Hirsh’s work features mezuzot, Torah ornaments, mizrachim, wedding rings, and more. She is listed in “Who’s Who in American Art.”

• Rich Rekowski, painter. July 2014. Rekowski uses acrylic paint on canvas and watercolor paper to create portraits and abstracts featuring the beloved Green Bay Packers.

• Delores Wrathall and Shelley Stoffell, mixed media. July 2015. Wrathall uses colored threads, ephemera and paints to create Native American-inspired pieces. Stoffell creates portraits using mixed media (oil paint, fabric, colored pencils and paper) while incorporating the subject’s likeness with their interests and passions.

• Lou Probst, sculptor. September 2014. The nonagenarian works in graphite, acrylic and wood. His works have been displayed most recently at Gallery 224 in Port Washington.

• Portal, Inc. Art Applause Program. November 2014.

The artists work in a variety of mediums in paint, photography, glass fusion and fiber arts. Most works are done collaboratively, encouraging range of motion, communication and laughter.

• Coming in September 2015. Word War I posters and other items to be decided courtesy of the Chudnow Museum of Yesteryear (Milwaukee).

Sarah Chudnow Community looks to showcase more local artists, including residents and staff, in the future. “We have been successful in getting terrific artists to show their talent,” says Eastman. “Our residents and the community have been introduced to work that they may not see anywhere else.”

• Jeanine Semon, painter and SCC resident. January 2015.

Jeanine works in acrylic, oil, pastel, and watercolor, on paper and canvas which she textures. She is known for her ‘Fine Art with a Healing Touch.’

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Jewish Home and Care Center Foundation Golden Alliance is Golden Opportunity for Jewish Community

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n 1992, the Jewish Home and Care Center Foundation was born, with the goal of insuring the future of the Jewish Home and Care Center through investments of donations and endowment growth. The success of this prescient planning has been the growth of our communities despite economic downturns and the addition of services as needs and technology change. We have been fortunate to have so many community stakeholders who have seen the value of the Jewish Home and invested, and continue to invest, in the future of our organization, knowing that we provide quality care and services for the mothers and fathers of our community.

Annual Membership Levels: • Contributor: $ 500 + • Sustainer: $ 1,000+ • Guardian: $ 2,500+ • Patron: $ 5,000+ • Benefactor: $10,000+ To find out more about becoming a Golden Alliance member, or for information on any of our other giving opportunities, please contact Jonathan Mann, director of development, at jmann@jewishseniorliving.org, or 414.721.9260. You can also visit our website: www.jewishseniorliving.org to learn more, or click on “donate” to make an online donation via credit card

There are many different ways to invest with the Jewish Home and Care Center Foundation. One opportunity is membership in the Golden Alliance.

Check Out Our Social Media Pages!

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The Golden Alliance Membership is an annual unrestricted giving program that is vital to the ongoing operation of the Jewish Home and Care Center, Chai Point Senior Living, and Sarah Chudnow Community. Since 1992, members of this special group have had a significant role in providing residents with the very best facilities and care as well as innovative and meaningful religious, musical and recreational programs.

JHCC: www.facebook.com/JewishHomeAndCareCenter Chai Point: www.facebook.com/ChaiPointSeniorLiving SCC: www.facebook.com/Sarah-Chudnow-Community JHCC Foundation: www.facebook.com/jhccfoundation

Twitter ReCharge!: twitter.com/JSL_ReCharge JHCC Foundation: twitter.com/JSLiving

Golden Alliance meets once a year, usually in the autumn, at a dinner provided by the Jewish Home and Care Center. The evening is hosted at the home of one of the Golden Alliance Members. The event is held on a weekday evening and features a guest speaker of some renown. Previous speakers have included: Dr. Christine Kovach, director of research at the Jewish Home; government officiates and leaders in senior living care.

YouTube www.youtube.com/user/JHCCFoundation

LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/company/the-jewish-home-and-carecenter-foundation (note: our sister communities can be found via the LinkedIn JHCC page)

Golden Alliance members are recognized on a special display on the first floor of the Jewish Home and Care Center, located by the elevator outside the entrance to Peck Hall, at special events and in our Homespun newsletter.

Instagram www.instagram.com/jhccmarketing

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Volunteers Go Hi-Tech

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n an effort to streamline the sign-in process for volunteers and create a more accurate picture of what volunteers do, where and when they do it, our volunteer department is now using Volgisitics, a computer program that tracks volunteers on our campuses.

The program has been made possible

by Hand in Hand, Volunteer Partners in Caring.

Instead of signing in with an awkward binder and pen and paper, volunteers

now use a computer, set up in an out-of-the-way location. It uses touch technology, and very easily identifies the user, and lets them explain where they are volunteering and allows them to switch between activities during the day.

The benefits include a more accurate count of what our volunteers do and the time they give, allowing us to see where we have gaps in service, so that we can work to fill those needs. At the end of each calendar year, the volunteer

coordinator fills out a report that had her previously manually counting up all the hours; a laborious task that had her estimating where people were serving. Those numbers were used to apply for grants and fill out accountability reports. Now, with a touch of the screen, those numbers will be instantly available.

Training for the new system takes about a minute per volunteer and is currently ongoing.

Friendly Visitors Group

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e’ve made a concerted effort to identify the volunteers who are spending time visiting with residents. This is the most important thing that volunteers can do, as connecting on a personal level makes a world of difference. Under the leadership of Phil Himmelfarb, we have inspected the program and identified the kind of things we need to do to make it grow. Our Friendly Visitors group is working to insure that as many residents as possible

are being visited, and the group is sharing information on how to make their visits more enriching and rewarding for both the resident and the volunteer.

We are working to grow the Friendly Visitor program and always value new members. Contact Beth Draper if you are interested becoming part of this important group: 414-2778848 or bdraper@jewishseniorliving.org

Volunteers are the Key to Our Hearts

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n May, the annual Hand in Hand Volunteer Appreciation For the day of the luncheon, membership in Hand in Hand Luncheon was held to thank volunteers for over 12,000 was cut to half price, and many volunteers and staff members hours of work they put in took the opportunity to join. at the Jewish Home and Care Membership is one of the few ways Center, Chai Point and the Sarah that Hand in Hand raises money for Chudnow Community. With a the many programs they support on theme of “Volunteers are the Key our campuses, including the grant to Our Hearts,” volunteers were programs, supporting the birthday celebrated with “treasure chests” parties and aviary at the Jewish filled with chocolate coins and each Home, and helping out when there was given a key chain made by is something special, such as the Jewish Home residents. A highlight beautiful mosaic-style mural in the of the event was the FLASH! Sale Rubenstein Pavilion. for membership in Hand in Hand.

Beth Draper, volunteer coordinator, thanks volunteers for over 12,000 of volunteer service.

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Rabbi Steven Adams with Wendy Lewensohn

Mike Sattell, president and CEO of the Jewish Home, with Barbe DeSmet and Lil Rakita

Mary Anne Selby, chair of Hand in Hand, (standing), with Dee Stein Della Bornstein and Donna Howe

Phil Himmelfarb, left, with Denny Selby

Josh L. Gimbel, chair of the Jewish Home and Care Center, was the first to take advantage of the Flash sale, becoming a member of Hand in Hand.

Volunteers Ken Martin, Janet Mueller, and Carole Kane.

For information on becoming a volunteer, or other related questions, contact Beth Draper, Volunteer Coordinator: 414-277-8848 or bdraper@jewishseniorliving.org.

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Posner Intergenerational Programming Helps Residents Discover Their Creativity

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t’s no secret that children and youth bring much joy and happiness to the residents in our communities. What you may not know is that participating in and enjoying artistic endeavors with the children can have a positive impact on health by giving older adults a sense of purpose and keeping their minds busy.

As people age, their lifestyles and priorities change, and aging well is frequently one of their top priorities. According to a study published in the Journal of Aging Studies, study participants, aged 60 to 93, identified six features of successful aging: a sense of purpose, interactions with others, personal growth, self-acceptance, autonomy, and health. Creative activities, such as writing, painting, drawing, or knitting, encourage a sense of competence, purpose, and growth—all of which contribute to aging well. Many intergenerational visits incorporate creative endeavors.

Making artwork together.

A sense of purpose is significant for seniors, especially if they spent the majority of their younger years defined by a career or by raising children and running a household. Once they no longer have these responsibilities, seniors can become uncertain about their purpose in life. This can affect health and overall well being. Participating in artistic activities, however, bolsters problem-solving skills and satisfaction that they can take into everyday life. Also, when older adults are able to share their handmade gifts with their new young friends and family, they develop a sense of pride in what they have created.

Working together brings out creativity.

Designing hamsas in tandem.

Showing off our artwork.

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premade paper cutouts with one four-year-old class from the JCC Gan Ami Preschool in Whitefish Bay.

There are many other psychological and physiological health benefits to having the opportunity to be creative as well. Arts and crafts and other creative projects can help alleviate boredom and keep their minds busy. They may even help prevent feelings of depression. Participating in artistic activities also helps with hand-eye coordination, cognitive abilities, and concentration.

Other intergenerational programs that inspire creativity include a visit from the JCC preschoolers to Sarah Chudnow Community to celebrate Israel’s 67th birthday in May. During that visit residents had the opportunity to make beautiful hamsas with the children using colorful wood tiles, sequins, and markers. They also sang Happy Birthday to Israel and ate cake with their young friends.

The benefits of incorporating expressive arts into programs for seniors who are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and other degenerative diseases has also been validated by recent clinical research. Several studies show that art can reduce the depression and anxiety that are often symptomatic of chronic diseases. Other research demonstrates that the imagination and creativity of older adults can flourish in later life, helping them to realize unique, unlived potentials, even when suffering from Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s disease.

Residents from the Jewish Home and Care Center visited Mequon Jewish Preschool where they shared their lunch with their four- and five-year-old friends. Residents also had fun dancing with the children and coloring beautiful pictures with crayons.

Jewish Home and Care Center residents also participated in a wonderful intergenerational program with eighth graders from Bayside Middle School that involved a collaborative painting project. During this activity a number of Warhol-type paintings were shown to the students and residents. Participants were then asked to take a few minutes to express themselves in a single color on a large piece of paper. When time was up, each paper was passed to the next artist who added his or her expression in a different color. This process continued until everyone jointly participated in creating 15 different paintings.

Creative activities offer a wide range of benefits. In addition to those mentioned, the list of benefits includes the following: • providing a sense of control • assisting in socialization • encouraging playfulness and a sense of humor • offering sensory stimulation • offering a stronger sense of identity • nurturing spirituality • helping people relax

If you know a teen who may be interested in getting involved in this very special program or if you’re an a teacher in the area with a class that would like to get involved in doing projects with residents, please contact Julie Shlensky, Posner Chair for Intergenerational Programming, at 414-721-9253 or by email at jshlensky@ jewishseniorliving.org.

Many seniors shy away from creative activities because they feel as though they are not creative enough or are not artistic; however, even artistic novices can be creative with the right kinds of projects. Residents got in the holiday spirit thanks to the Posner Intergenerational Program and made festive Chanukah or Passover decorations by decorating

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which the torahs are laid when they are open for reading, and where prayer books are rested. The very traditional dark-blue-velvet-with-fringe was looking very dated. The Hand in Hand board voted to allocate the funds, and the work began.

Randy Crosby, Chief Administrative Officer of the Jewish Home organization, led the aesthetic overhaul; helping in finding just the right fabrics at the right price and matching it to the colors of the environment in the synagogue. Many false starts were made

as vendors failed to follow through with promises to create the finished product.

Then, a lucky connection brought the refurbishing team to Dan Sinykin, president of Monterey Mills. He donated the time and labor to have his team create the bimah covers. Finally, Todd Richheimer, owner of Visual Impressions, added the embroidery at no expense. We are grateful to both of them for these generous donations.

It was a high priority to the design team to make sure that the wording on the original covers was transferred exactly

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to the new ones: “In Honor of Leo Stein” on one, and “In Memory of Leo and Marty Stein” on the other, as these were gifts made many years ago.

We hope the brighter, contemporary look will offer a welcoming “Shalom Chaverim” to all who enter the synagogue.

We Thank Our Friends and Supporters We are pleased to recognize our donors whose gifts help sustain our mission.

Donors are listed for contributions received between January 1, 2015 to June 30, 2015.

We strive to be accurate and complete. Please inform us of any errors and accept our apologies for any oversight.

Adult Day Center Fund Mr. John Carroll for Adult Day Center program development (5) Beatrice Miller Beauty Shop Fund Mrs. Audrey Laufman in memory of Norman Kahn Mrs. Audrey Laufman in memory of Norbert H. Sweet Mrs. Rosalind Levin in honor of Audrey Laufman and to wish her good luck Dr. Monte D. Miller in memory of Miriam Miller Dr. Monte D. Miller in memory of Beatrice Miller Dr. Monte D. Miller in memory of Mrs. Anne Hosat Mrs. Patti Weigler in memory of Lil Riskin Chai Point Fund Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Bensman in honor of David Eichenbaum Mr. and Mrs. Larry Bensman in honor of Ross and Jessica Ruby Mr. and Mrs. Larry Bensman in memory of Barbara Ratke’s mother Cathy Bensman in memory of Bess Rosen Mr. and Mrs. Larry Bensman in memory of Lowell Grossman Mr. and Mrs. Larry Bensman in memory of Lynn Hurwitz’s mother Mr. and Mrs. Larry Bensman in memory of Stella Udell Mrs. Bedane Bines Mr. Norman Blankstein in memory of Allen Saltzman Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Borsuk in memory of Harry Makowski Mrs. Rose Chrustowski

*Deceased

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Chudnow in memory of your parents, Avrum & Anita Chudnow, in honor of Frank Gimbel, and in honor of Trish Cohn Amy B. Daniels in memory of Dana Rubin-Winkelman’s father-in-law, in memory of Harry Makowski, in honor of Carolyn & Chip Schuman’s daughter, Dara’s, high school graduation Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Dunkleman Mr. and Mrs. Gary Edelstein Mr. and Mrs. William Elliott for programming at Chai Point Senior Living Ms. Gail Hora in memory of Harry Makowski Mrs. Elaine Liberman in memory of Aaron N. Leff Mrs. Betty Rae Litow in memory of Selma Mechanic, Maxine Papermaster, Gertrude Prochep, Abe Weintrob and in honor of Faye Siegel Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Mann in honor of Rose Chrustowski’s birthday Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Mann in memory of and in honor of Pastor Herman Mass Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Mann in memory of Rabbi Frank Rosenthal scholar, spiritual leader and wonderful father Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Mann in memory of Scott Lerman Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Mann in memory of Shelia Garfinkel Mr. and Mrs. Eric Nye in memory of Allen Saltzman Mr. and Mrs. Richard Sattler in memory of Genia Lemel Mrs. Thelma Sogol in memory of Martin David Siegel Dr. Marie Weinstein in memory of Lil Riskin

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Mr. Steven Wiesner in memory of Lil Riskin Mr. and Ms. Donald Wiesner in memory of Lillie Riskin Mrs. Deborah Zemel in honor of Bill and Karen Elliott’s son’s bar mitzvah Chai Point Fund in memory of Lore Lewin Kathryn Beckman Ms. Marjorie Canham Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Edelstein Ms. Sara Grass Mrs. Lore Keller Ms. Eva Lewin Mrs. Nina Lewin Mrs. Joanne Lewin-Jacus Ms. Judy Maider Mr. Jeffrey Marlin Mr. and Mrs. Mark McQuide Sally and David Moskol Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Preuss Charlotte and Marty Slater Ms. Virginia Stanislawski Mr. Richard Stuckert & Mrs. Susan Hiken Stuckert Milwaukee Jewish Sacred Society Chevra Kadishah facilitated

by Howard Loeb Rose Romano Marie and Donald Moran Chai Point Fund in honor of Trish Cohn’s 18th Anniversary at Chai Point Senior Living Mrs. Amy Biller Daniels Mr. and Mrs. William Elliott Mrs. Gertrude Forman Mrs. Hilda Geller Mr. Jonathan Grundland Mr. Robert Hirschman Mr. Richard Klein Mr. and Mrs. David Levin

Numbers in parenthesis indicate multiple gifts during this time period.

Mrs. Elaine Liberman Mr. and Mrs. Mark McQuide Mrs. Bridget Moen Sally and David Moskol Mrs. Arleen Peltz Mrs. Yvonne Pick Kelly Schneider Mrs. Carolyn Schuman Davey Singer Mr. Adam Winkelman & Mrs. Dana Rubin-Winkleman Friends of the Jewish Home and Care Center Mrs. Ruth Berman Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Cherniack Mrs. Judy Glotzer Dr. and Mrs. Paul Jacobs Mrs. Rena Katz Durn Mrs. Suzanne Krasno Ms. Lois Malawsky & Dr. Jay Larkey Ms. Nancy Ostermann in memory of Rose Michels Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Palay Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Peckerman in memory of Rose Michels Mr. and Ms. Eric Schachter Mrs. Marilyn Simons Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Steren in memory of Rose Michels Dr. and Mrs. Stanley Teplin Ms. Sandra Weinstein Mrs. Sheila C. Weiss Mr. Elie Zarem in memory of Sara Zarem Gilbert Meisel Music Fund Ms. Fanchon Lessing in memory of your loving brother Gilbert Meisel Golden Alliance Dr. and Mrs. Charles Bomzer Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Goldstein Ms. Gail Hora Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Miller Mrs. Arleen Peltz Mr. James Plous Mr. and Mrs. Leonid Soroka Mr. and Mrs. Dean Zemel

Dr. and Mrs. Jordan Fink Mr. and Mrs. Gary Heller in memory of Lillian Mazur Mrs. Judith Kaplan Mr. and Mrs. Sheldon Resnick Helen Bader Center Fund Wilson Elser Mrs. Kathleen Levin in memory of Elmer Shovers Herschel Gellerman Memorial Fund Dr. and Mrs. Avi Pandey in memory of Hersch and Charlotte Gellerman and in honor of Trish Cohn on her 18th anniversary at Chai Point Hyman Kastrul Synagogue Fund Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Bass in memory of Gerald Bass Julian and Joan Berman in memory of Ezra and Frances Berman Mrs. Della Bornstein in memory of Ida Frumerman Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Borsuk Ms. Chris Busalacchi in memory of Maddalena Busalacchi Ms. Chris Busalacchi in memory of Pietro Busalacchi Dr. and Mrs. Robert Chudnow in memory of Avrum M. Chudnow Mr. and Mrs. Richard DeSmet in memory of Gerry Schumacher’s sister Diane Mr. and Mrs. Robert Drummond in memory of Ethel Scklore Mr. and Mrs. Robert Drummond in memory of Mollie Scklore Mrs. Linda C. Freeman in memory of Richard Freeman Ms. Susan Giesecke-Bloom in memory of Elizabeth Richberg Mrs. Harriet M. Goldstein in memory of Irene Lebowsky Mrs. Harriet M. Goldstein in memory of Max Lebowsky Ms. Lee Hammes in memory of Ben Hammes Ms. Lee Hammes in memory of Marcella Hammes

Hand In Hand Fund *Deceased

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Mr. and Mrs. Robert Henken in memory of Selma Mechenic and Robert Schlossmann Mr. Manny Katz in honor of Scott Mann Dr. Kiesl Kaufman in memory of Aaron Kaufman Mrs. Anne Babrove Knell Mrs. Shirley L. Langer thanking Rabbi Emmer for arranging a minyan for the yahrzeit of your mother Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Machi in memory of Maddalena Busalacchi Mr. and Mrs. David Magar in memory of Harriet Magar Mr. David Magidson in memory of Lotte K. Magidson Mr. Harry Makowski* Mrs. Gertrude Mollick for the yahrzeit of Leon Mollick Mrs. Gertrude Mollick in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Dunkleman’s new grandson Mrs. Gertrude Mollick in honor of Rabbi Emmer’s daughter’s birthday Mrs. Gertrude Mollick in memory of Sylvia Lieber Mrs. Gertrude Mollick Ms. Alice Murray Mr. Meyer Papermaster in appreciation of Rabbi Emmer Mr. and Mrs. John Pfender in memory of Leon Beiler Mr. Stephen Phillips in memory of Morton Phillips Blema Pollack* and Children in memory of Jack Pollack Mr. and Mrs. Harry W. Pump in memory of Mendel Herszenson Dr. and Mrs. Mitchell Rapkin in memory of Hyman Lerner Mrs. Ida Ricco in memory of Max Heller Mrs. Beverly Rice* in memory of Ida Rosengarten Mr. and Mrs. Jack Richlen in memory of Ida Pressman Dr. Roger and Adrienne (Turick) Rosenberg in memory of Tzedakah-Doris Turick Mrs. Barbara Rosenfield in memory of Eleanor A. Smith

Numbers in parenthesis indicate multiple gifts during this time period.

Mr. and Mrs. Eddy Sadowsky Mrs. Terri Schaller in memory of Bruce G. Rice Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Schwartz in memory of Ruth Goldstein Shelley and Peter Sereni in memory of Ben Turick Mrs. Barbara Shafton in memory of Charles Lubotsky Mrs. Barbara Shafton in memory of Elliot H. Shafton Mrs. Marilyn Simons in memory of Bernice Steiner Mrs. Marilyn Simons in memory of Carlton Simons Mrs. Bernice Spivek in memory of Harry Makowski Mrs. Carol Stein for birkot Ms. Rachel Stern in memory of Sidney Grinker Mrs. Shirley Sweet in memory of Arthur Sweet Mrs. Shirley Sweet in memory of Harry Makowski Mr. James A. Sweet in memory of Tillie Bodner Mrs. Shirley Sweet Mrs. Beatram Zheutlin in memory of Sam Chaimson Mrs. Beatram Zheutlin in memory of Thelma S. Chaimson Mr. Peter Zilberman in memory of Lora Valenrod Milwaukee Jewish Sacred Society Chevra Kadishah facilitated

by Howard Loeb Jewish Home and Care Center Fund Anonymous in memory of Richard Braun Ms. Judith Abrahams in memory of Elaine Magidson Barnett Edith Arnstein Charitable Trust Patrice Babineau in memory of Olga Zovic Mrs. Debra Gorra Barash Ms. Arlene Bass in memory of Norbert Sweet Rabbi and Mrs. Marc Berkson

*Deceased

Mr. Bernard Berson Laurie Cahlamer in memory of Beverly Rice Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Chudnow in memory of your parents, Avrum & Anita Chudnow, in honor of Frank Gimbel, and in honor of Trish Cohn Dr. and Mrs. Robert Chudnow Ms. Sharon Cofar in memory of Charlotte Schur Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Conn in honor of Sarah Chudnow dietary staff for wonderful Passover meals Dorothy Cummins in memory of Bernice Rothenberg Ms. Suzanna Deutsch in memory of Henri Zvi Deutsch Mrs. Harriet Dorf in memory of Esther Lansky Mrs. Carol Dubin Mrs. Marcia Edgar Mr. and Mrs. Joel Fishman Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Garber in memory of Louis M. Loeser Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Gershowitz in memory of Rose Michels Dr. and Mrs. Herbert Giller* Mrs. Judy Glotzer in memory of Eva and Nate Jacob Ms. Ruth Goren in memory of Ceicile Fox Mr. and Mrs. Donald Grande in memory of Esther Lansky and in memory of Richard Braun Dr. and Mrs. Glenn Graves Mr. and Mrs. Terry Greguska in memory of your mother Olga Zovic Mr. and Mrs. Steven Gruen Mrs. Layne Harris-Rosen in memory of Flossie Sennett Beatrice and David Harkavy Donor Advised Fund Ms. Liza Holle & Mr. Cory Pinkner Ms. Rachel Hyman in memory of Norbert Sweet Mr. and Mrs. Martin Infeld Mrs. Shirley Jacobson in memory of Herman Tuchman Ms. Mary Janz in memory of Seth Manella

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Miss Sandra Kaner in memory of Bernice Rothenberg Jack and Audrey B. Keyes Senator Herbert H. Kohl Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Kolander in memory of Richard Braun Mr. and Mrs. William Komisar in memory of Vyvyan Schuman Mrs. Fay Kranzler Bernis and Larry Kretchmar, MD in memory of Anna W. Moskowitz Mrs. Audrey Laufman in memory of Frank and Celia Glazer Mr. Manuel Leno Mrs. Elaine Liberman in memory of Lil Riskin Ms. Patricia Lines in honor of Seymour Stein Mrs. Betty Rae Litow in memory of Selma Mechanic, Maxine Papermaster, Gertrude Prochep, Abe Weintrob and in honor of Faye Siegel Dr. and Mrs. Myron Lovett in memory of Bess Rosen Mr. and Mrs. Alan Marcuvitz Mr. and Mrs. Mark McQuide in honor of retirement of Rabbi Ron Shapiro Mr. and Mrs. Mark McQuide in honor of the high school graduation of Rafael Hallerman Ms. Edith Moravcsik in memory of Bernice Rothenberg Mr. John Moulder & Mrs. Joan Dimow for art gallery photos and display items Mrs. Shirley Ollman in memory of Lil Mazur Mr. and Mrs. Dan Oren in memory of Rebeka Oren Paula M. Pambianco in memory of Olga Zovic Mrs. Arleen Peltz in memory of David Wolkenstein, in memory of Rick Strait’s mother and grandmother, and a speedy recovery to Denny Selby Estate of Ruth Goldberger Mr. and Dr. Jack Rosenberg Rottman Charitable Trust (2) Philip Rubenstein Foundation

Numbers in parenthesis indicate multiple gifts during this time period.

Mrs. Geraldine Schmidman in memory of Arthur Schmidman, Milton Bass, and Thomas Schmidman Mrs. Liane Schuminsky in honor of Roz Blumenthal’s 90th birthday Anonymous Gift in memory of Myne Hootkin Ms. Susan Sellman in memory of Norbert Sweet Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Shavzin wishing Bill Komisar a speedy recovery Mrs. Sylvia Siegman in honor of Teresa Hirchbein’s 104th birthday Lori Staiman in memory of Lil Riskin Vernal Management Consultants, LLC. Mr. and Mrs. James Walters in memory of Becky, Barney and Steve Solochek Ms. Rose Ann Wasserman in memory of Lillie Riskin Mr. Marvin Wick in memory of Elaine Barnett Mr. and Ms. Donald Wiesner in memory of Lil Riskin Mr. and Mrs. Robert Zeman in memory of Dorothy Pershing Ruth Powell Living Trust in appreciation for the kindness and care provided to Mrs. Shirley Wasserman Partners of Sikich LLP in memory of Feyga Totodova Milwaukee Funeral Services, LLC in memory of Michael Markovits, Richard Braun, and Selwn Glincher Zetley, Carneol & Stein, S.C. in memory of Richard Braun

*Deceased

Dr. and Mrs. Paul Jacobs Mr. Robert Kohn in honor of Lee Singer’s 100th Birthday Mr. and Mrs. Steven Lewensohn in memory of Genia Lemel Mrs. Betty Maistelman in memory of Herb Maistelman Mr. Richard and Mrs. Gayle Weber Rakita in memory of Genia Lemel Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Rosenthal in memory of Genia Lemel Congregation Shalom in honor of Samantha Trost

Jewish Home and Care Center Fund in memory of Allen Saltzman Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Dunkleman Mrs. Harriet Blumberg Mrs. Elaine Liberman Mrs. Judy Glotzer Mr. and Mrs. Richard Marx Mr. Allen Kwass Ms. Debbie Bylan Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Shavzin Jewish Home and Care Center Remodeling Fund Mr. and Mrs. Donald Grande Martin F. Stein Intergenerational Fund Bell Ambulance Maurice Surlow Award Fund Maurice Surlow Fund Nita Corré Educational Fund Mr. Isaac Hallegua in honor Nita and Alan Corré and in celebration of Alan’s birthday Posner Chair for Intergenerational Programming Mrs. Arleen Peltz in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Josh Gimbel’s 20th anniversary RUACH Fund Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Richman for the Rubin Sharpe Tribute Series Sarah Chudnow Community Endowment Mr. and Mrs. Larry Bensman in memory of Harvey Rotter Dr. and Mrs. Marc Caine Mr. and Mrs. Robert Henken in honor of Munsey Mandel’s 100th birthday

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Sarah Chudnow Community Endowment in honor of Lee Singer’s 100th birthday Mrs. Lucille Atlas Randy Bern Mr. Herbert Henken Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Lerner Ms. Ruth Madnek Mrs. Betty Maistelman Munsey Mandel* Mrs. Edith Meldman Yaker and Sara Rakita Fund Mrs. Lillian Rakita in memory of Dr. Herman Tuchman Mrs. Lillian Rakita in honor of Rosalie Gellman’s birthday Mrs. Lillian Rakita in memory of Esther Lansky Mrs. Lillian Rakita in appreciation for Dr. and Mrs. M. Freedman Mrs. Lillian Rakita in honor of Trish Cohn’s 18th anniversary at Chai Point Mr. Richard and Mrs. Gayle Weber Rakita in memory of Florence Sennett

Numbers in parenthesis indicate multiple gifts during this time period.

Non-Profit Organization U.S. Postage PAID Milwaukee, WI Permit No. 3120

1414 North Prospect Avenue Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202-3089 Jewish Home and Care Center 414.276.2627 Chai Point 414.289.9600 Sarah Chudnow Community 262.478.1500 Our mission is to provide our Jewish Community with those services that enable our seniors or infirm to be part of a quality Jewish environment with comfort, meaning, independence, and dignity.

A Place To Pray For The High Holidays

The Jewish Home and Care Center Kohl Family Synagogue and the Sarah Chudnow Community Ruth Coleman Synagogue welcome the community to worship during the High Holidays Date

Jewish Home and Care Center

Sarah Chudnow Community

Sept. 6 Sun. Selichot.................................................10:00 a.m.

Sept. 13 Sun. Erev Rosh Hashanah..........................6:30 p.m. ........................................................................6:30 p.m.

Sept. 14 Mon. Rosh Hashanah Day 1 ......................9:00 a.m. Shacharit; 6:00 p.m. Mincha/Tashlikh; .......9:00 a.m. Shacharit; 4:00 p.m. Mincha/

6:30 p.m. Evening Service.............................................Tashlikh; 6:30 p.m. Evening Service Sept. 15 Tues. Rosh Hashanah Day 2 ......................9:00 a.m..........................................................................9:00 a.m.; 4:00 p.m. Afternoon Study Sept. 19 Sat. Shabbat Shuvah...................................9:00 a.m.; Mincha 1:30 p.m..........................................10:30 a.m.

Sept. 22 Tues. Erev Yom Kippur...............................6:30 p.m Kol Nidre........................................................6:30 p.m. Kol Nidre Sept. 23 Wed. Yom Kippur.......................................8:45 a.m.; Yizkor 11:30 a.m.; Mincha 5:30 p.m.;.........9:00 a.m.; Yizkor 11:30 a.m.; Mincha 5:30 p.m.;

Ne’ilah 6:30 p.m.; Breaking the Fast 7:30 p.m.............Ne’ilah 6:30 p.m.; Breaking the Fast 7:30 p.m.

Sept. 27 Sun. Erev Sukkot.........................................6:30 p.m..........................................................................6:30 p.m.

Sept. 28 Mon. Sukkot Day 1.....................................9:00 a.m.; Mincha 1:30 p.m..........................................10:30 a.m.; Evening Service 6:30 p.m.

Sept. 29 Tues. Sukkot Day 2.....................................9:00 a.m.; Mincha 1:30 p.m..........................................10:30 a.m.

Sept. 30-Oct. 2 Wed.-Fri. Chol Hamoed Sukkot.......4:00 p.m. Mincha Oct. 3 Sat. Shabbat Chol HaMoed ...........................9:00 a.m.; Mincha 1:30 p.m..........................................10:30 a.m.

Oct. 4 Sun. Erev Shemini Atzeret............................6:30 p.m..........................................................................6:30 p.m.

Oct. 5 Mon. Shemini Atzeret....................................8:45 a.m.; Yizkor 10:45 a.m..........................................10:30 a.m. including Yizkor Oct. 5 Mon. Erev Simchat Torah..............................6:30 p.m. Dancing with the Torah................................6:30 p.m. Dancing with the Torah Oct. 6 Tues. Simchat Torah......................................8:45 a.m.; 10:00 a.m. Dancing with the Torah.............10:30 a.m. Dancing with the Torah