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For their community service, students Nicole Valentine and Jeremy Friedlander provided Cohen-Rosen House residents with a unique way to explore their interests. In the resident technology center, they set up computer folders labeled Jewish, dance, music, sports, cars, math, brain games and more; each one leads to sites focused on these topics.
Meet a Shining Star Our Human Resources Department salutes Abibou Jallow, director of Clinical Services for Landow House and Cohen-Rosen House. Mr. Jallow has earned the Shining Star Employee Award many times for the skilled care he provides to our seniors using his soft blend of sensitivity and compassion. He’s beloved and respected by residents, families and staff. Mr. Jallow Abibou Jallo supervises GNAs, LPNs and RNs and coordinates his residents’ care with Hirsh Health Center, the Home’s Elsie and Marvin Dekelboum Therapy Center and local hospitals. “I love the challenges that come with treating a geriatric population,” says Mr. Jallow, “and I am especially proud to be a part of the administration’s successful drive for excellence.” n
Hebrew Home residents Sylvia Fair and Myrna Fogel have discovered the best tonic for happiness: friendship. They seek out each other’s company at bridge, mah jongg and bingo and are the first to sign up for lunch dates and outings.
This summer, Sylvia Greenberg, a donor of exceptional warmth and kindness, treated campus residents to a lovely luncheon at Woodmont Country Club. For Mrs. Greenberg, it was in keeping with the 50-yearold family tradition her parents Abe and Minnie Kay, of blessed memory, began for Home residents on Spring Road.
While the Hebrew Home partners with the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington on community issues, we are not a beneficiary agency and do not receive any of its funding. LifeTimes is published quarterly by the Hebrew Home of Greater Washington, Inc. The Hebrew Home is a registered charity in Maryland and Virginia. A copy of the Home’s financial statement is available from the Maryland Secretary of State or the Virginia State Office of Consumer Affairs. We are an equal opportunity employer and we provide access to community programs without regard to race, age, national origin, familial status, religion, sex or disability. Our services and programs are open to all in the community.
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Food Service Director David Parker recently organized a Food Tasting Party so seniors could sample and rate potential additions to the daily menu. “The chicken is a must,” said Chester Thompson (right) who also gave thumbs up to the apple kugel.
Activities Director Russell Rogers gives a warm “Shabbat Shalom” hug to Bea Keys at a recent music-filled afternoon. Thanks to Russell, Home residents regularly applaud gorgeous music performed by professional jazz bands, violinists, pianists, guitarists and singers, who visit the campus each week.
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