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LIFE THE QUARTERLY MAGAZINE OF CJE SENIORLIFE

SUMMER 2016

A remarkable evening to support CJE SeniorLife.

Save the Date September 13, 2016

enhancing the quality of life of older adults Featuring a magical tribute to the Beatles.

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2016 Hilton Chicago 720 South Michigan Avenue 5:30 p.m. Reception 6:30 p.m. Dinner & Program

CJE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Event Chairs Kalman Wenig Marci L. Shapiro Sponsorship Chairs James M. Feldman Allan Goldstein Ad Book Chairs Samuel P. Brilliant Terri Freeman

CJE SeniorLifeTM is a partner with the Jewish United Fund in serving our community.

Board Chair Judy L. Smith

President & CEO Mark D. Weiner

Sr. Development Director Allyson Marks Greenfield

Committee Marilyn D. Altman Barbara A. Gilbert Alan I. Greene Kenneth F. Lorch James C. Mills Vicki Pines Susan A. Reese Karen Rosenthal

Sr. Development Specialist Jennifer Elvey Schnepper Development Specialist Vanessa Jones Program Analyst Patricia Dalessandro

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LIFE MAGAZINE STAFF Vice President, Marketing Management Carole Klein-Alexander Manager, Marketing and Communications Mary Keen Senior Graphic Designer Adam Lazar Senior Digital Marketing Specialist Nicole Bruce Senior Digital Technology Specialist Lana Gorelova Manager, Outreach and Customer Service Michele Mangrum

Contributors Joan Richman Ente Mike Koen Read LIFE Magazine online www.cje.net/life We always strive for accuracy, but if you have any questions or concerns, please call 773.508.1024.

Viewpoint Dear Reader,

Summer is almost upon us. It’s a turning point when the invigorating combination of sunlight and longer days seems to extend our energy. It is a little easier to contemplate life’s possibilities and find new or fresh solutions to nagging problems. Fueled by the sun (and more Vitamin D!), this is a great time to consider activities that might add moments of dimension, joy or brightness to daily routines.

This issue of LIFE magazine looks at “possibilities” through a different lens. One story features a Gidwitz Place resident who has totally immersed herself into our residential community, enriching her lifestyle in so many ways. She took a bold step to redefine, for herself, what it means to “age in place.” Like the slow journey from long, dark winter to the green freshness of spring to the freedom of summer, it is all about finding ways to flourish.

Many of CJE SeniorLife’s services strive to help people find new, unexpected perspectives and solutions. Our private care management service, Your Eldercare Consultants, specifically searches for ways to improve the quality of daily life for older adults as their health, capabilities or circumstances change. Every day we deal with questions like: Where can I move so I feel safe? What happens if I live alone and need to get to the doctor? How can I plan ahead for the future? Our advice, though generally practical and solution-oriented, is always guided by the hope that we are providing a pathway to aging with dignity and respect.

If a loved one in your extended family or friendship circle is struggling to find new direction, please consider calling CJE. We promote connecting—or reconnecting— to life and community in ways that promote healthy aging whenever possible. We believe, as legendary psychiatrist Carl Jung suggested, that the second half of life is about experiencing the “fullness of being.” I like the image of an older life that is as lush and fragrant as a well-tended garden.

Also in this issue, the chair of our Volunteer Services Committee regales us with an article about his “second career” at CJE and the rewards it has reaped for him… and for those he has helped along the way. Also, be sure to read about all the new members of our Associate Board who are participating in many hands-on activities with our clients and residents. Finally, we want you to meet some of our valued employees who have received a G.E.M. (Going the Extra Mile) award for their outstanding customer service. They truly live the values of CJE! Best wishes for a summer full of positive aging,

CJE SeniorLifeTM is a partner with the Jewish United Fund in serving our community.

Joan Richman Ente, L.C.S.W. Manager, Your Eldercare Consultants 773.508.1125 • joan.ente@cje.net

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GIDWITZ PLACE AT WEINBERG COMMUNITY DEERFIELD, ILLINOIS APRIL 13, 2016 What’s it like to live at Weinberg Community?

To give you an idea, we followed Jackie L. around for a full day. Jackie, a five-year resident of Gidwitz Place for Assisted Living, is very involved and engaged in everything the community offers.

The account of Jackie’s day follows.

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8:15 It’s a new day and Jackie enjoys a nutritious breakfast in the Dining Room with regular dining companion Milt, who keeps her laughing with his witty repartee.

8:45 A quick read of the morning Tribune is a ritual for Jackie.

9:00 If it’s Wednesday, it’s Sue Lewis’s Jewish Studies Class. Jackie joins her other class members and learns about Jewish traditions, culture, and history throughout time.

10:00 She’s helped on the bus by Jerry. Free transportation is one of the amenities at Weinberg.

11:45 Jackie returns with a few purchases just before lunch.

12:00 Another dining option that Jackie enjoys is the Café. She catches a light lunch here every day with her three girlfriends (clockwise L-R) Dorothy, Norma and Annie.

12:30 After lunch, Jackie puts on some sunscreen and goes out to the Patio Garden to listen to the birds and enjoy the fresh air.

1:00 Jackie works out at the Fitness Center. Staff from HealthPro® Fitness keeps watch as residents go through their routines.

2:00 Life Enrichment staff member Bridget shows Jackie and the rest of the art class how to create a monoprint using painter’s tape.

2:45 Here’s the finished piece.

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3:00 Jackie chats with her friend Nina at the Café as they enjoy coffee and the bustling lounge.

4:00 It’s time for Jackie’s regular check-up at the Wellness Center. Dale, the on-site R.N., checks her vitals and inquires how Jackie feels overall. And the answer is “great”!

4:30 Jackie has an appointment for a manicure.

5:30 Chef Hugo visits with Jackie as she waits for her dinner companions.

6:45 After dinner, Jackie goes to the Library to check her email and visit a few websites. Weinberg Community is Wi-Fi enabled.

7:30 Jackie relaxes back in her apartment and then cleans up some dishes from an earlier snack.

8:30 It’s time for some of her favorite Wednesday night TV shows. Cable TV is available.

9:30 Time to get ready for bed, but first Jackie puts away some towels from the free household laundry service. Then it’s sweet dreams . . . and goodnight.

Gidwitz Place offers 125 spacious one- or two-bedroom apartments in the active, supportive environment you’ve just seen. If you or your loved one want to live in a vibrant community as independently as possible, maybe with some support with daily activities, we invite you to come to Gidwitz Place and take a tour. Call 847.374.0500.

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Transitions Transition to Wellness To Wellness An Educational Series on Positive Aging for Consumers and Professionals 1.0 free CEU per program for nurses and social workers.

Weinberg Community for Senior Living 1551 Lake Cook Road • Deerfield IL

Medical Ethics

Sex and the Older Adult

September 8 5 p.m. Registration • 5:30–6:30 p.m. Presentation & Light Dinner

September 22 5 p.m. Registration • 5:30–6:30 p.m. Presentation & Light Dinner

NorthShore University HealthSystem Michael Marschke, M.D. Reverend Nancy Waite Rabbi Yitzchak Falk

Chaplain Chaplain

Jory Natkin, D.O. NorthShore University HealthSystem

Emily Mysel, M.S.W., L.C.S.W. Weinberg Community for Senior Living

Lieberman Center for Health and Rehabilitation 9700 Gross Point Road • Skokie IL

OTC and Prescription Drug Abuse in the Elderly

Senior Scams and Exploitation

September 15 5 p.m. Registration • 5:30–6:30 p.m. Presentation & Light Dinner

September 28 5 p.m. Registration • 5:30–6:30 p.m. Presentation & Light Dinner

Carla Ryan, Pharm.D. Omnicare Pharmacy

Kerry Peck Managing Partner, Peck Ritchey, LLC

Adult Day Services Evanston 1015 West Howard Street • Evanston IL

Substance Abuse in the Elderly

Building Your Brain 401k

September 21 5 p.m. Registration • 5:30–6:30 p.m. Presentation & Hors D’oeuvres

September 27 5 p.m. Registration • 5:30–6:30 p.m. Presentation & Hors D’oeuvres

Nina Henry, L.C.P.C., C.A.D.C. Jewish Center for Addiction

Sherrie All, Ph.D. Director, Chicago Center for Cognitive Wellness

Advanced Registration Required Lecia Szuberla at 847.462.0885 or events@elderwerks.com

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Our employees are the backbone of our organization and we are proud to highlight seven who really shine when it comes to customer service.

They have received a G.E.M. award for Going the Extra Mile, nominated by their peers, residents and clients. Our kudos also go to the other 24 award winners (listed)—thank you for the kindness, dignity and respect that you bring to work every day.

In speaking with individuals from across the agency who have achieved this special recognition, we found that they all have something significant in common: A tremendous devotion to their work and those they serve . . . and a sincere commitment to CJE.

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Shirley Edgleston, In-Home Worker

Gilda Pipersburgh, In-Home Worker

“Working with seniors is one of the greatest things a person can ever do on this earth. They are so special, and they have so much to teach you if you just listen.”

“I believe in helping people, especially seniors—they are my ‘soft spot.’ So I coddle my clients and try to make them as comfortable as possible, because I might be the only person they see all day.”

s “I’m dependable…you can count on me to do anything. I try to make you feel loved and respected.”

s “CJE is a great organization.

They gave me this wonderful opportunity to work for them and to learn about Jewish culture.”

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“I think we should always try to remember all that seniors have done for us. It’s our job to make them feel loved and wanted and respected. If there’s anything else I can do beyond my normal job, I do it.”

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“I enjoy working for CJE, especially because I am a morning person. I like to get to work early, and I jump around like a bunny rabbit doing chores. I believe if I’m at a job and getting paid for it, I must work my hardest at it.

Then I know I’m always doing my best.”

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Daniela Meteva, In-Home Worker

Galina Zhdanova, In-Home Worker

Mary Moore, Resident Care Assistant

“I help my clients by doing all My day involves just doing “I love to make patients the things around the house the best job that I can for my comfortable. I give a lot of that they are just not able to clients—that means doing just hugs. If someone has a hard do. I also help them because about anything they need done day, a little touch—a kind I speak Russian. Since they around the house.” word—always helps. I’ve been only speak Russian, they have a patient myself, so I know someone they can communicate what it’s like to put on a call with about things they need, light and wait… and wait.

“I always like to help my and even just to make small So I try to come from a place clients feel a little bit more talk with.” of empathy, of kindness of the cheery. When you do, you heart.” notice little lights beginning to twinkle in their eyes and tiny “It may sound funny, but I smiles appear. What could be really appreciate my clients for better than that!”

“Good customer service letting me help them and take is respect, accountability, care of them.” caring—not just for the patient, but for family “I like my job because a big members. I tell them I’m part of me just likes to help caring for their loved one…I “I am very fortunate to work people. Plus, I love to meet get to know them…ask for CJE. I enjoy my job new people, and with this questions…reassure them.” very much, and it is very, kind of job you have lots of

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“CJE’s a really good organization. I’ve worked at many other places, but CJE’s much better. They have so many other services, like Transportation, Meals and more. There’s no other agency like it. CJE is the best.”

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“Lieberman Center’s awesome.

I trusted it with my own mother when she was ill!”

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MORE G.E.M.S!

Katharine Houpt, Creative Arts Therapist

Myrtle Mobley, Health Information Clerk

“In my job, I’m responsible for coming up with the new projects, like the different Art Therapy Groups and community-building projects.”

“I make sure that the Units run smoothly, maintaining active and inactive records, interacting with clients and families, setting up appointments, arranging transportation and more.

There’s a lot of people contact.”

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“I developed the successful Zine group that has just published its third issue and the Tapestry Group. I also lead the Improv Group, the Open Arts Studio and I supervise the interns.”

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“I try to go beyond what is required for my job. I also respect the staff as much as the people who live here, and it is reciprocal.”

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“I really like CJE and Lieberman because of how supportive management is of Art Therapy and how it is such a robust element of the culture here. I also like how I am able to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to help solve patients’ issues.”

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“To me, good customer service is professionalism—treating one patient as just as valuable as the next. It’s knowing your patients, being familiar with company policy, listening before speaking and following through at all times.”

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“Giving your best makes you feel good and usually shows in the results. I also believe it makes your workplace a better place… and I care about CJE!”

Abiodun Agbabiaka Babbara Bartnik Patrycja Brendel Vera Brown Darlene Chancellor Denise Cochran Todorka Dentcheva Elena Dulay Leslie Everhart Raisa Girele Kathy Hanrahan Mary Kuriakose Kubura Lawal Domingo Mabbagu Justus Maithya Alma Navararro Beata Siwik Nadiya Solodka Stefka Toncheva Irina Ustenko Twanna Vanskinscott Esther Villegas Daphne Wells Dennis Wedderburn Watch for even more G.E.M.s as we roll out this recognition program to other areas throughout CJE.

CJE IS CUSTOMER-CENTRIC CJE is considered customercentric. It is one of the three attributes that defines us. It means being respectful and responsive to the unique and special needs of an individual; supportive of person-centered care, addressing one’s needs in a holistic manner and having a strong commitment to customer service.

Being customer-centric inspired us to establish the G.E.M. Program.

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Choose Lieberman Center for Health and Rehabilitation Our specialty programs provide the expert care you need to transition from rehab to home!

Center for Heart Health—This program, directed by a board-certified Cardiologist, provides care and rehab if you have congestive heart failure, high blood pressure, and other heart-related medical issues.

Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program—A new program for lung diseases, such as pneumonia, COPD and sleep apnea, led by a board-certified Pulmonologist. A speciallytrained team provides inhalation and infusion therapy, C-PAP and Bi-PAP.

95.5% of our rehab patients rank our Physical Therapy Services 5 POINTS OUT OF 5!

Medicare and other private insurance accepted.

Hemodialysis and Peritoneal Dialysis Program— Research shows that on-site dialysis is more conducive to a successful rehabilitation. Led by a board-certified Nephrologist, our dialysis team—Nurse, Dietitian and Social Worker—provides patient education and training.

Lieberman +30 Transitional Care Program— A Transitional Care Nurse helps you make a smooth move back to home with a Personalized Care Plan, coaching and monitoring for 30 days after discharge to help decrease the likelihood of rehospitalization.

Call to take a tour and see the Lieberman Center difference for yourself!

847.929.3320

LIFE ENRICHMENT | SUPPORTIVE RESOURCES | HEALTHCARE | RESEARCH AND EDUCATION LIEBERMAN CENTER FOR HEALTH AND REHABILITATION Conveniently located near Old Orchard 9700 Gross Point Road | Skokie IL | www.cje.net | 847.929.3320 CJE SeniorLifeTM is a partner with the Jewish United Fund in serving our community.

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A WARM CJE WELCOME TO NEW

ASSOCIATE BOARD MEMBERS The CJE Associate Board is comprised of young professionals who want to become acquainted with CJE SeniorLife. It includes civic and business leaders who volunteer their time, raise funds and build awareness for CJE. We are pleased to introduce the following new members of our Associate Board.

Andy Cooper is a Senior Analyst in the acquisitions group at Ventas, a healthcare-focused real estate investment trust.

Ventas invests in real estate and partners with healthcare providers throughout the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom. Andy joined CJE’s Associate Board as an opportunity to give back to the community and residents who are the focus of his professional industry. Andy knows that good, quality care for the elderly can be expensive and, unfortunately, out of range for many. He is excited to support an organization that provides residential opportunities for seniors who are in need. Andy lives in River North. In his spare time, Andy enjoys tennis, snowboarding, live music, visiting his parents in Florida, trying Chicago restaurants, reading and cheering for the Minnesota Vikings and Wisconsin Badgers.

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Michelle Newman is a Program Coordinator in the Health and Aging Department at Rush University Medical Center, focusing on disease prevention and health promotion. Michelle also serves on the Associate Boards of the Respiratory Health Association and Housing Opportunities and Maintenance for the Elderly. Michelle received her Master’s in Public Health from the University of Illinois at Chicago.

Michelle lives in Chicago’s Bucktown neighborhood with her husband Josh Newman. They belong to North Suburban Synagogue Beth El, Highland Park.

In her spare time, Michelle enjoys running and spending time with her family.

Laura Rosenfeld works for Slalom Consulting. She began her career as an intern in CJE’s Leonard Schanfield Research Institute when she was in graduate school at the University of Chicago.

After CJE, Laura spent over ten years working in the field of aging at AgeOptions and the National Council on Aging (NCOA). She also worked for NorthShore University HealthSystem before moving to Slalom.

Laura is on the board of B’nai Tikvah and volunteers with Lincoln Park Community Shelter. Laura lives in Deerfield, where she enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons, cooking and exercising.

Cassie Schwartz teaches first grade in Des Plaines.

She earned a B.S. in Elementary Education at the University of Wisconsin and is in the doctoral program at National Louis University in the field of curriculum and social justice with a focus on telling the stories of refugees and genocide survivors.

Cassie is an annual walker in the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Walk, a volunteer at the Uptown Café and a past volunteer at the Illinois Holocaust Museum.

She grew up in northern suburbs as a member of Congregation Beth Shalom (Northbrook) and lives in Chicago. Cassie is blessed to continue to have a close relationship with all four of her grandparents; they are her role models in their commitment to family, Judaism, education, philanthropy and making the world a brighter place.

In her spare time, Cassie enjoys traveling, taking photographs, running, and hiking.

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Nick Siegel is a Financial Analyst for the industrial real estate development firm Bridge Development Partners. Nick’s strong commitment to senior services began as a result of his grandmother’s experience with Alzheimer’s.

Through her struggle and its impact on his family, Nick saw firsthand how essential it is to be able to access high quality care and the importance of educating the family on all the options for care. Nick is originally from Milwaukee and currently resides in Lincoln Park.

Nick attends the Chabad of Lincoln Park. His interests include spending time with family and friends, backpacking, camping and travel.

Cydney Stein is a Health and Aging Social Work Intern at Rush University Medical Center. She is a social work graduate student at Loyola University Chicago. Her previous internship was at EZRA Multi-Service Center in Uptown. Cydney previously volunteered with Jewish Council on Urban Affairs. She has a B.A. in Anthropology and a B.S. in Psychology from Loyola University Chicago. Cydney joined CJE’s Associate Board since she plans to dedicate her career to the field of aging. She has always enjoyed working with older adults and looks forward to bringing that passion to her volunteer work with CJE. Cydney lives in Lakeview. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, practicing yoga, and rock climbing.

Lauren Stone is the Senior Manager of Corporate Social Responsibility at Walgreen Company. She is an AIPAC Windy City Club Member and completed ADL’s Glass Leadership Institute in 2009-2010. Lauren graduated from Washington University with a B.A. in Psychology. She joined CJE’s Associate Board because she believes there is much to learn from our grandparents’ generation and wants to ensure that we continue to place emphasis on maintaining and creating vital programs and access to care for them. Lauren lives in Deerfield. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband Kyle and sons Jack and Sam. She also enjoys reading, cooking, exploring the city and suburbs, and engaging with the corporate social responsibility community.

Matthew Teinowitz works in Commercial Banking at The PrivateBank.

He has a B.S. degree in Finance from the University of Illinois, UrbanaChampaign. Matthew joined CJE’s Associate Board because he recognizes that a significant percentage of the population is aging into their later years and he believes in the value of CJE’s full continuum of care and its value for the community. The services and programs CJE offers, combined with its compassion, attracted Matthew to give of his time.

He is a Gold Coast native and currently lives in the West Loop. Matthew is a devout White Sox fan and also enjoys travel, running and trying new restaurants.

These individuals join 14 current Associate Board members: Debby Beerman, Dave Berger, Benjamin Bronner, Zach Goldstein, Adam S. Guetzow, Ryan Hess, Steve Levine, Rachel Levy, Ryan Schraier, Michael Schultz, Seth Wenig, Danielle Wolf, Rich Wolf and Alon Yonatan. See www.cje.net/AssociateBoard for complete biographies. For info on becoming an Associate Board Member contact Jennifer Schnepper at 773.508.1321 or jennifer.schnepper@cje.net.

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CJE and Me:

FROM THE KITCHEN TO THE WHITE HOUSE

By Mike Koen

As a Board member and chair of CJE’s Volunteer Committee, it is an honor to announce that CJE is celebrating hundreds of its incredible volunteers of all ages— who give their time and talent to advancing CJE’s mission—with a full week of recognition events from June 20–26.

Preparing for this celebration has given me the opportunity to pause and really reflect on my own personal volunteer journey with CJE over the past 12 years. What I know is that volunteering for me is a way to give back to older adults in our community who truly need—and are deeply appreciative—of the help that I can offer.

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Alex Seitzer (left) and Carrie Lampert at Lieberman Center

My Journey with CJE

After I retired in 2004, I wanted to give back to the community that had been so generous to me. Back then, however, I wasn’t a Board member. Rather, I started my volunteer career at CJE’s Adult Day Services on Howard Street working in the kitchen.

My duty was preparing plastic utensils for the lunch period, a somewhat monotonous but necessary task. The most rewarding part of the day for me was interacting with the clients, many of whom had some form of dementia. They were funny, interesting and almost always in a good mood. Yes, sometimes I had to listen to the same stories over

Eva Sern (left) and Mimi Tomey at CJE’s Lunch & Learn at Horwich

and over, however, at the end of my day, I felt a lot better finishing my shift than I did at the beginning.

I knew I had contributed to making someone’s day a little brighter. My most rewarding experience was helping a 94-year-old client connect with her family in Israel via e-mail. What a thrill!

Since then, I have volunteered for several other CJE programs, including the downtown Culture Bus and Adult Day Services at Sinai Congregation.

As I became more involved and engaged, meeting more people and participating in more program areas, my interest in CJE’s mission to “enhance the lives of older adults,” continued to grow. This was not difficult since CJE’s staff truly values the work of its volunteers. Over the years, I have been able to participate in so many ways. I have even taken trips to Springfield, IL and Washington, D.C. with CJE and other Jewish Federation agencies to advocate for issues that impact seniors who reach out to CJE for help.

To summarize, I went from being a kitchen worker to going to meetings at the White House.

What a second “career”!

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COBIUS Healthcare Solutions employees give their time volunteering at Lieberman Center

I am definitely an enthusiastic ambassador for CJE. If you truly desire to help people in our community, I urge you to join with the hundreds of other compassionate and caring individuals who contribute their time, energy and talents to CJE SeniorLife. In turn, you will have an extremely satisfying and educational experience. Looking back, I realize how much I have learned about myself, especially how important it is to offer opportunities that allow people to age with dignity and respect. I now understand more fully what Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel meant when he wrote: “The test of a people is how it behaves toward the old.”

There are a myriad of volunteer opportunities for individuals of all ages and groups, whether corporatebased or synagogue social action committees. Consider helping with a birthday party at one of our residences, delivering meals to seniors in the community or leading a discussion group on your favorite topic.

Each and every volunteer is important to CJE and that is why we want to thank you during our designated week in June. But on behalf of our staff, Board and everyone in the community who benefits from your personal commitment, please know that we are grateful for your service 365 days a year.

Why not join our dedicated corps of volunteers? It’ll be enriching for you and a valuable service for CJE! To find out more about volunteering at CJE SeniorLife, call 847.929.3040 or email volunteers@cje.net.

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Legacies, Endowments, Bequests . . . are invaluable to the strength and success of CJE SeniorLife!

We are very grateful to everyone who made their endowment gift or declared their intention to sustain the future of CJE. THANK YOU for investing in our work!

Anonymous (4) Estate of Sarah Altbach Helen & Norman Asher Alzheimer’s Care Fund Joseph Atkin B & J Association Mirza A. Baig Samuel Ballis Fund Jordan C. Berger Charles H. Berman Educational Fund Laurence U. Berman Trust In memory of Leo Berman Mr. & Mrs. Charles M. Bley Michael D. Blum Harriet B. Brady Pooled Income Fund Belle R. & Joseph H. Braun Fund Estate of Suzy Braun Lena G. Brede Foundation Fund Estate of Raymond D. Brodsky Susan & Colman Buchbinder Dennis J. Carlin William & Susan Casper Kate Charshan Trust Dolly & Joseph Checkers Estate of Frieda & Simon Chinn Beverly & Joe Cohen Charles & Nancy Cooper Glen Crosier Olga Davidson Estate of William Emil Deutsch Drexel Home Fund Alan Dworkin Robert Edelmann Health Care Fund George M. Eisenberg Foundation for Charities Estate of Reuben & Sydelle Eisenberg Bernice Elbin Erwin Epstein Joan H. Epstein Gitta Fajerstein The Rabbi Shlomoh Z. Fineberg & Naomi D. Wainger Fineberg Religious Observance Fund I.M. & Fannabell S. Fixman Foundation

Robert Forman Enrichment Series Fund H. Fried Respite Fund Jeffrey Fried & Suzanne Fried Emmanuel Friend Estate Galter Foundation Meyer & Lilly Gerber Foundation Betsy Gidwitz Joseph L. & Emily K. Gidwitz Memorial Foundation Howard A. & Barbara Gilbert Estate of Adele Ginsburg Annette Glickman Trust Dale Glickman Trust Irving H. Goldberg Family Fund The Goldberg Family Trust Allan Goldstein Alan I. Greene Allyson Marks Greenfield & Avi Greenfield Robert L. & Sylvia M. Haag Supporting Foundation The Robert L. Haag Trust Thomas L. & Joann K. Harris Ethel Heller Revocable Trust Estate of David A. Herstein Ethyle Levin Hillman Fund Phyllis A. Jones Estate of Miriam T. Hirtenstein Estate of Florence L. Kaufman Esther Kirkel Carole Klein-Alexander Michael E. Koen Sondra Fineberg Kraff Leo Krakow Trust Louise H. Landau Estate Estate of Hannah Landsberg Milton Latzer Trust Lazarus Charitable Foundation Bruce J. Lederman Theo & Paul Leffmann Eva B. Levi Trust Diane S. Levin Trust Estate of Helen Levin Ruth Levine

Estate of Marcelle M. Lieberman Ken & Susan Lorch Marvin & Marilyn Lustbader Mr. & Mrs. Norman Lynn Estate of Saul Mackoff Estate of Michael George Mallin Roslyn & Milton Mallin Memorial Fund Estate of Judge Abraham Lincoln Marovitz The Beatrice C. Mayer Fund Al & Lillian Mazure Trust C. Margaret McClaskey James C. Mills Estate of Irving H. & Harriet B. Nathan Jerome J. Nathan Trust Ian Natkin–in memory of Lillian Natkin Joseph & Jennie Newman Fund Estate of Mary G. Oppenheim Estate of Konrad Parker Morris L. Parker Trust Kenneth & Susan Perl The Fannie Penikoff Charitable Trust Maurice & Sheila Pickard Vicki Franklin Pines June Raffel Charitable Trust Nate Y. Ratner Fund Michael Reese Service League Susan & Howard Reese & Family Sonya & Robert Reich Philanthropic Fund Estate of Rose Resnick Marilynn Rivkin Joseph Robineau Fund Ellen & Steven Rogin Milton & Beatrice Rohde Estate Steven Ronsen Doris Roskin Mally & Alan Rutkoff Norma Sachs Fund The Robert L. & Claire Sampson Charitable Annuity Trust Stephen P. Sandler Leonard Schanfield Research Endowment Fund

Robert & Julie Schlossberg Estate of Eugene M. Segal Edward & Dorothy Shapiro Marci L. Shapiro Estate of Jerome & Natalie Share Leonard Shraiberg Endowment Fund Joel S. Siegel Linda Soreff Siegel Seymour & Roslyn Simon Trust Edward & Honora Singer Estate of Lillian & Dwight D. Slater Judy & Michael Smith Beverly & Ben Smolensky Georgette Grosz Spertus Trust Adele Stern Estate of Veda Stern Rick Strusiner Swartzberg/Zoller Family Foundation Dianne Tesler Miriam Toney Rachel Topp Trust Randi S. Urkov Estate of Lucille L. Vodian Estate of Birdie Wagner Miss Brenna Wagner The Wagner Foundation Estate of Muriel Wein The Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Foundation, Inc. Stanley L. Weinberg Mark & Patty Weiner Nellie & Louis Weiner Fund Weinfield Trust Ronald Weismehl Judith W. & Floyd Whellan Enid & Kalman Wenig Marshall Yablon June & Howard Zimmerman

Bold names denote new legacy donors.

The Council for Jewish Elderly Endowment Foundation was created in partnership with the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago’s Agency Endowment Program, which was established to ensure that CJE SeniorLife and our sister agencies have the necessary resources to meet growing and evolving Jewish community needs. All commitments to the CJE Endowment Foundation are recognized as gifts to the Jewish Federation’s Centennial Campaign.

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Awards Program.

CONGRATS! Dr. Amy Eisenstein, Director of CJE’s Leonard Schanfield Research Institute, recently received the “Rising Star Award” through the 2016 LeadingAge Illinois Honoring Excellence

The award, which was presented at the LeadingAge Illinois Annual Convention in April, recognizes her strong leadership skills, commitment to research, and robust enthusiasm for the field of aging services.

A FOND FAREWELL CJE wishes good luck to Donna Pezzuto, Vice President for Healthy Aging and Community Initiatives, who is retiring in June.

Donna has worked at CJE in many roles for the past 33 years.

Her contributions to CJE have been tremendous and she will be missed.

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WEBINAR HONOR CJE’s Consumer Assistance Department received approval from the American Association of Service Coordinators to present two webinars in 2016. The first one dealt with the topic “Service Coordination with Limited English Speaking Residents: Challenges and Strategies.”

SPERTUS AWARD Amy Eisenstein was on hand to accept the Spertus Institute’s “Innovation and Collaboration Award” for CJE’s collaboration with the JCC on its Parkinson’s Wellness Initiative. The exercise program was part of the initiative developed by CJE’s Ron Benner, Executive Director of Lieberman Center. The staff of the Center for Healthy Living provided the actual exercise instruction.

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CONFERENCE PARTICIPATION Mark Weiner and Laura Prohov presented on the topic of Home and Community-based Programs at a recent national conference of the Association of Jewish Aging Services.

SHIP SHIP HOORAY! Consumer Assistance at CJE SeniorLife is the winner of the most number of SHIP contacts in 2015 in the suburban Cook County area served by AgeOptions!

BUREAU OF SAGES An article about one of CJE’s research projects appeared in LeadingAge’s online magazine.

Dubbed “The Bureau of Sages,” the project, led

by CJE’s Director of Research, Amy Eisenstein, joins researchers, clinicians, residents of Lieberman Center and participants in the Virtual Senior Center to capture and incorporate the voices of older adults. It is funded by the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI).

HALAL TO GO® NOW AVAILABLE TO ORGANIZATIONS CJE is pleased to announce that several items from its traditional Kosher to Go® menu have been certified Halal by the Islamic Food and Nutrition Council of America. We can now offer these frozen packaged meals, along with our full Kosher to Go® menu, to local organizations such as hospitals, schools and businesses.

PASSOVER SEDER CJE’s Multigenerational Holocaust Survivor Seder lead by our BBYO members was held at the Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center sponsored

by Maot Chitim and CJE SeniorLife Holocaust Community Services.

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CJE SeniorLife offers ongoing support groups and programs, which are subject to change. All programs are free unless indicated. Some fees may be partially covered by Medicare or private insurance.

June

31 Royale Polynesian Revue. Performance

2 Jewish Resilience. Responding to

crisis, catastrophe and change. Susannah Heschel, Ph.D. and Spertus Institute for Jewish Learning and Leadership. Hilton Orrington, Evanston. 6:45–9 p.m. Fee applies. More information and tickets: spertus.edu/learning.

5 Greater Chicago Jewish Festival.

Entertainment, art fair, kosher food fair, children’s activity area and organization fair. Cook County Forest Preserve, Oakton St. West of Lehigh. 11 a.m.–6 p.m. $5 suggested donation. More information: 847.933.3000 or www.jewishfestival.org.

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You and Your Community? This program will provide information about the changes in the APS program serving seniors and adults with disabilities. Learn about where to reach out if you suspect that a senior or a person with a disability is being neglected or abused. Carla Frisch, L.C.S.W., Metropolitan Family Services. 10:30 a.m.–Noon. Free. Registration required: 773.508.1106 or linkages@cje.net. H 15 What If It’s Not Alzheimer’s Disease?

by Polynesian dancers. 2–3 p.m. Free.

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August 4 Farmers Market and Gift Bazaar. Fresh

produce, baked goods and hand-made gifts. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. More information: 847.236.7852. W 11 Future Planning: Issues for Seniors with

Adult Children with Disabilities. An overview of trusts, wills and estate planning, guardianship and powers of attorney and financial planning. Mollie Whitehead, Partner, WhiteheadFink Elder Law, LLC. 10:30 a.m.–Noon. Free. Registration required: 773.508.1106 or linkages@cje.net. H

September 8 Medical Ethics. Michael Marschke, M.D.,

Reverend Nancy Waite and Rabbi Yitzchak Falk. Part of Transition to Wellness education series (see ad page 14). 5–6:30 p.m. Registration required: 847.462.0885 or events@elderwerks.com. W

A presentation on the symptoms and care of people with diseases of the brain. Daniel Kuhn, L.C.S.W. 5–6:30 p.m. Free. 1 CE. Registration required by June 10: 630.499.6157 or lisag@alltrusthomecare.com. W

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26 2nd Annual Dog Show. A chance for

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your canine companion to compete in a fun and festive event! 10:30 a.m.–Noon.

Free. Registration required by June 20: 847.236.7852. W

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the Elderly. Carla Ryan, Pharm.D. Part of Transition to Wellness education series (see ad page 14). 5–6:30 p.m.

Registration required: 847.462.0885 or events@elderwerks.com. L Nina Henry, L.C.P.C., C.A.D.C. Part of Transition to Wellness education series (see ad page 14). 5–6:30 p.m.

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and dramatic performance by Israeli youth. 10:30 a.m.–Noon. Free.

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D.O. and Emily Mysel, M.S.W., L.C.S.W. Part of Transition to Wellness education series (see ad page 14). 5–6:30 p.m.

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10 Tzofim Friendship Caravan. Musical

Disabilities. Learn about different housing options, such as group living, independent living, affordable and subsidized housing.

Christie Norrick, CJE SeniorLife. 10:30 a.m.–Noon. Free. Registration required: 773.508.1106 or linkages@cje.net. H

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Kerry Peck. Part of Transition to Wellness education series (see ad page 14). 5–6:30 p.m. Registration required: 847.462.0885 or events@elderwerks.com. L

Classes, Series, Programs Active Living Every Day—Glenview Active Living Every Day is an evidencebased program to help you get your fitness on track. Glenview Senior Center, 2400 Chestnut Ave., Glenview. Tuesdays, June 7–August 23, 9:30–11 a.m. Fee applies.

Registration required: 847.724.4793.

Active Living Every Day—Chicago Active Living Every Day is an evidencebased program to help you get your fitness on track. Thursdays, June 30–September 8, Noon–1 p.m. $60. Registration required: 773.508.1073. H Blood Pressure Screening The Malibu Building 6007 N. Sheridan Rd., Chicago. 3–4 p.m.

Free. Drop-in. Mondays, June 13, July 11, August 8, September 12.

Healthy Eating for Older Adults Nutritional needs change as we age! Join us to make sure you are on the right nutritional path to increase your overall health. Fee includes materials and food tastings. Niles Township, 5255 Main St., Skokie. Mondays, June 27–August 8 (no class July 4). 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. $60.

Registration required: 773.508.1073.

Lakeshore Mercaz Center for Jewish Older Adults Cultural programs sponsored by CJE, Anshe Emet, Anshe Sholom, Emanuel Congregation and Temple Sholom. 1–2:15 p.m. Free. More info: Esther Craven 773.508.1047.

June 14 Location TBD July 12 Location TBD August 9 Emanuel Congregation September 13 Emanuel Congregation Coping with the Challenges of Aging An eight-week Cognitive Behavioral Therapy group designed to help members change patterns of thinking in order to feel better. Led by Lisa A. Brinkerhoff, L.C.S.W. Wednesdays, June 15–August 3, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Registration required: 773.508.1690 or lisa.brinkerhoff@cje.net. H

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Healthy Steps for Older Adults This two-part evidence-based program includes a fall assessment, interactive workshops on fall prevention and staying active and information on how you can prevent falls and improve your health. $30 fee includes screening and takehome workbook. Thursdays, July 19 and 26. 1:30–3:30 p.m. Registration required: 773.508.1073. H Senior Resource Specialist Connecting people over the age of 60 and people with disabilities with programs such as Medicare, Social Security, Transportation, Housing and more. Skokie Public Library, 5215 Oakton St., Skokie.

3rd Wednesday of every month.

9:30 a.m.–Noon. Free. English. More info: Kathy Gaeding 773.508.1054.

4th Wednesday of every month.

9:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Free. English and Russian. More info: Irina Polishchuk at 773.508.1328.

Older Adult Programs Call to confirm dates: 773.508.1000.

Scrabble Club Wednesdays H Schmooze It or Lose It Thursdays H Yoga Thursdays H Summer sessions are on a reduced schedule and held outdoors, weather permitting.

Music with Les No sessions during Summer months.

Sit and Get Fit No sessions during Summer months.

Community Senior Adults Lunch, socializing and entertainment.

More info: 773.508.1047.

Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. L PARKINSON’S AT LIEBERMAN CENTER Basic Exercise Class. Designed to address weakened muscles, minimize the risk of falls and facilitate functional independence with daily routines. Led by HealthPro® Fitness. Tuesdays & Thursdays. 1–2 p.m. Free. Registration required: Cindy Pedersen 847.929.3022. L Seated Tai Chi. A low impact form of exercise that uses slow, controlled movements and gradual shifts of body weight. Led by Andrew Serlin, D.C. Thursdays. 10:30–11:30 a.m. Free.

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Seated Dance and Movement. Motivates people with Parkinson’s to keep moving and helps to decrease symptoms. Led

by Gail Gogliotti, M.A. Wednesdays.

11–11:45 a.m. Free. Registration required: Cindy Pedersen 847.929.3022. L

Living Life Through Loss. A bereavement support group. Led by David Rosenblatt, L.C.S.W. Sponsored by CJE SeniorLife and Jewish Healing Network. Wednesdays.

1–2 p.m. $5 donation per session.

Registration required: 773.508.1129. H

PARKINSON’S AT WEINBERG COMMUNITY Parkinson’s on the Move Exercise Class. Wednesdays & Fridays ongoing. Noon–1 p.m. 847.236.7852 W

Russian Tea Time: Chicago. An ongoing conversation group for Russian-speaking Holocaust survivors. Led by Irina Nizhnik and Roza Trogub, Holocaust Community Services. 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month. 3–4:30 p.m. Call to confirm dates: 773.508.1069. H

Support Groups Parkinson’s Caregivers. Emotional support, information and coping strategies for caregivers of someone with Parkinson’s.

Led by Nina Afremow, L.C.S.W. 3rd Wednesday of the month. Noon–1 p.m.

Call to confirm dates: 847.236.7853. W Family Caregivers of Adult Day ServicesNorth Clients. Emotional support, information and coping strategies for family caregivers of ADS-North participants. Led by Emily Mysel, L.C.S.W., Nina Afremow, L.C.S.W. and Jaclyn Abramson, L.P.C., R.-D.M.T. 2nd Tuesday of the month. 2–3 p.m. Call to confirm dates: 847.236.7826. W Family Caregivers. Emotional support, information and coping strategies for all caregivers. Led by Dina Danieli, M.S.W. 2nd Tuesday of every month.

3:15–4:30 p.m. Registration required: 847.556.8410. A

Caring Conversations. A support group for family caregivers of Holocaust survivors.

Led by Yonit Hoffman, Ph.D. and Amy Loterstein, L.C.S.W., Holocaust Community Services. 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month. 4–5:15 p.m.

Call to confirm dates: 773.508.1004. H Coffee & Conversation. A support group for Holocaust survivors. Led

by Yonit Hoffman, Ph.D., Holocaust Community Services and Barbara Urbanska-Yeager, Jewish Child and Family Services. Mondays, 1:30–3 p.m. Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center, 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie. Call to confirm dates: 773.508.1004.

Holiday Closings Shavuot

June 13

Independence Day

July 4

Making Connections: Seniors with Adult Children with Disabilities. Connect, share experiences and learn about benefits and community resources. Led by Mariana Sanchez, L.C.S.W. 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month. 11 a.m.–12:15 p.m.

Registration required: 773.508.1106. H

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Should Mom Move? If So, Where?

In this issue, you met Jackie, who lives at Gidwitz Place, where her needs are well met. But how do you know what housing is right for your mom or dad? Consider these important factors: your parents’ care needs, finances and the service and support available in their community. Here are some housing options: Independent living communities have maintenance-free housing for seniors with lifestyles that include meals, housekeeping, transportation, amenities and social and educational programs. Payment structures vary.

Assisted living residences (like Gidwitz Place) are designed for those who need extra help in their day-to-day lives but who do not require the 24-hour skilled nursing care found in traditional nursing homes. They typically provide housekeeping, meals and some personal care services, such as assistance with bathing, dressing, medication reminders and other tasks as defined by need.

Skilled nursing communities (like Lieberman Center) provide nursing services 24 hours a day to those individuals who require high levels of personal and medical care.

The services can include the administration of injections, monitoring of blood pressure, managing ventilators and intravenous feedings to individuals who cannot function independently. Residents usually require help with the majority of their self-care needs.

Medicaid may help cover costs. Lieberman Center also offers residential short-term rehabilitation which provides therapies after a serious injury or illness.

From assessing one’s housing needs to helping with the actual move, Your Eldercare Consultants can help. Call 773.508.1015 or visit www.YourEldercareConsultants.com.