The document summarizes the strategic plan recently adopted by the Jewish Home for the Elderly (JHE). The 3-year plan aims to position JHE as the premier provider of elder care by 2005. It identifies 6 priorities: quality of care, marketing/outreach, financial security, technology, continuum of care, and governance. Teams will focus on implementing action points under each priority over the next 3 years to improve programs, relevance, innovation and status as one of the finest long-term care providers. The plan's collaborative creation and enthusiasm for implementation were praised.

2. Dennis J. Magid, President
Jertish Home.for the Elduly
A Special lvlessage to
Our Federations
Tl" Jt-;th Ht., lt , ,*?fu-
ngenry of thelbllowing ranmunity
organizations:
Greenwih Jewish Federation, Inc.
United Jetuislt Federation af Wstpart,
Weston, Wilton, Norwnlk, Inc.
Jewish Center for Community Serties
Jez;ish Federation af Greater Danbury
Jewish Federatian af Greater
Stamford, New Canaan and Darien
We thank these organizations
and the communlties for
their support!
Eliot Black
Chairman,JHE
Dennis B. Poster
Chairman, JHE Foundtrtion
DennisJ. Magid
President,JHE
BarbaraJ. Tavrow
Executive Directoa JHE Faundation
ZoE Stetson
Editor, Chai Lights
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Design U Layaut, Chni Lights
Chai Lights
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Administrative Perspective
The NewMillennium
The Mission of theJewish Home is to
provide an integrated network of high
quality healthcare and related personal
services, primarily for the frail Jewish
elderly, in an environment which
enhances and respects Jewish values,
traditions and lifestyles, thus enabling
each individual to achieve the highest
quality of life attainable.
Our Vision ofJHE for the year 2005 is
to be the premiere provider of care for
the elderly. As such, JHE will assure
its position as the first choice resource
for family and health care
professionals. It is imperative that we
both affirm and ensure our Mission
and take all steps necessary to move
toward our Vision.
Recently, the B oard voted
unanimously to adopt a compre-
hensive 3-year plan. This represented
the commitment of a very hard-
working Chairman, Carl Glickman,
our Strategic Planning Committee,
numerous department heads and other
staff who participated in our task
forces. Our job now is to fully
implement the identified priorities -
and we are extremely committed to
this.
Our first prioriry is ensuring quality.
There are akeady some exceptional
examples of our staff's creativity and
teamwork to better the lives of those in
our trust.
Many Residents experience physical
barriers, so we developed a "Learn
Computer" program, detailed in our
cover story.
A year a1o, the Work Center
underwent a major renovation to
consoiidate two work spaces into one.
This created an environment that is
pleasant and comfortable, better lit,
and has improved social interaction for
Residents and Adult Day Health Care
clients.
In Adult Duy Health Care,
recreational and inter-generational
programming provides mental and
physical stimulation, and promotes
feelings of success among participants.
A support group and a resource center
have been established for caregivers.
And this year, c^regivers and the
public also took advantage of free
blood pressure screenings.
Alumni of our national award-
winning rabbinical student internship
program state that they received more
from JHE than they ever gave.
These examples just scratch the
surface of the wonderful new or
enhanced programs and services at the
JHE. Many more are identified
throughout this issue o{ Chai Lights.
Qrality of care and quality of life are
our foremost priorities. They are
inextricably tied to our Mission and
Vision, and will continue to be our
greatest focus. 'll

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with the opportunity to
allow more Residents
to participate in the
program, we felt
privileged to be able to
strengthen the support
ofthe project."
Ileene Chernoff sees
the positive effect
the program has
had on physically
challenged Residents
and those suffering
from different levels of
dementia. "We use the
Internet to browse to
places and things that
they can remember, so
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Away Physical Barriers
The sight of a mouse no longer
scares Resident Jerome Maltz.
A computer mouse, that is! Mr.
Makz is one of 20 Resident
participants taking in-house
classes designed to put the
Internet at their fingertipsl
Now, with the click of a mouse,
Jerome and his classmates
communicate with family
members all over the world and
surf the Net. According to
Ileene Chernoff, Director of
Information Technology, and
the program's co-founder, "The
Residents have been able to
pick up the use of the mouse
with relative ease, and it is
exciting to watch them as they communicate with their
grandchildren in different parts of the country."
The unique program called "Learn Computer" is the
brainchild of the JHE s Information Technology and
Therapeutic Recreation departments, and involved the
teamwork of departments throughout the Home.
The JHE Foundation's Endowment Fund provided the
start-up for a three computer lab in the library. The
Sustaining Donor Program has enthusiastically
committed to purchasing additional computers, reference
materials and assistive devices for the physically
challenged. A program coordinator will be hired to assist
the Residents and coordinate Volunteer schedules to
maximize the lab's use.
Betsey Selkowitz, Chairman of the Sustaining Donor
Program, said, "The computer lab was created out of an
initial contribution given to the Endowment Fund to
enable the Residents to learn how to navigate the Internet
and use electronic mail. The measure of the program's
success is in our Residents' enthusiasm for learning.
When the Sustaining Donor Committee was presented
Resident Bess Horowitz is assisted by (leftto right) Ellen Ashkins, Director of
Therapeutic Becreation, lleene Chernoff, Director of lnformation Technology,
and Laura Mack, Volunteer.
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for a few moments they are not frustrated about not
remembering the present," she said.
'After our class visited the Wailing Wall and left a prayer,
I heard one Resident comment that people say you can't
be in two places at once - and last week we were in Israel
and Fairfield at the same time. When you are in 'two
places at once' and communicate around the world, you
have indeed broken down all the physical barriers
associated with living in a nursing home," she said.
Special adaptive equipment, supplied by the Sustaining
Donors, has even made surfing the Net possible for
severely disabled Residents. "Their ability to
independently navigate the Net has been a real boost to
their self-esteem," said Ellen Ashkins, Director of
Therapeutic Recreation and the program's co-founder.
One ambitious 87*year-old Resident, Ruth Golding, even
enrolled in an on-line course offered this fall by Tunxis
Community College. Secretary of the Residents'Council,
Harold Wolfson, is developing his own web site where he
plans to showcase his poetry. And another Resident

4. Over 200 guests attended the Twenty-
seventh Annual Meeting of the Jewish
Home and the JHE Foundation. The
festive event, with an election year theme,
was a look back on the year's
accomplishments - with an eye to the
future. It was also the opportunity for the
Home and Foundation to elect Officers
and Directors, and to bestow
humanitarian honors and recognition
awards on individuals who have put the
Jewish Home at the forefront of long-
term care. Charles S. Weiss, Past
President of the Men's Club, hosted the
Annual Meeting of the Membership
as its Chairman of the Day.
In his welcoming remarks, President
Dennis Magid recounted the Home's
accomplishments over the past year.
"We have been blessed with visionary
thinkers, hard workers, generous
supporters, and great leadership," he
said. "You can be justifiably proud of
our achievements to date."
Foundation Chairman Dennis Poster
Self-professed "computer maven" and Resident
Harold Wolfson took the podium to share how the
new computer lab has "opened a new world" to him.
then conducted the Foundation's
Annual Meeting. Carl Glickman,
Chairman of the Foundation's
Nominating Committee, presided
over the election of Officers and
Directors, and Foundation Executive
Director Barbara Tawow delivered her
annual report.
"The assets of the Foundation and,
especially its Endowment, now reflect
measurable success," she said. "We
have developed gifts, pledges and a
credible bequest program which,
Corrine Lotstein, current member of the Women's Auxiliary and
a past member of the JHE Foundation Board of Directors,
presented the Louis Lotstein Award for Distinguished Seruice
,to Michael Stashowef current member of the Foundation's
enhanced by our growing
investments, afe now
bringing us to a place where
we will soon be poised to
contemplate our next
fundraising strateg"y. We are
committed to enriching and
creating programs that
make our Home a place that
not only addresses excellent
health-care, but embodies
all that is associated with
living in an environment
that our Residents m y
think of as Home."
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Women's Auxiliary President Marilyn Flom (standing left) and Muriel Brown,
Past President, (standing right) share a moment with Valerie Schwartz (left)
and Lisa Zinner (right).
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A higtrlight of Barbara's report was the presentation of the
Endowment Fund Campaign video entitled "Our Precious
Legacy." The video features a testimonial from U.S. Sen.
Joseph Lieberman and other moving, first-person accounts
of the Home's impact on the lives of our Residents, their
families and friends.
Keeping with tradition, awards for excellence were presented
to talented lay leaders and professionals. Dennis Poster
presented the first of two Special Recognition Awards to
Muriel Brown for her more than 2}-year commitment to the
Women's Auxiliary.
"Muriel Brown has been a steadfast supporter of the
Womenb Arxiliary chairing and working on a multitude of
events and finally rising to the Auxiliary's Presidency in

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1998," he said.'As President, she oversaw the fulfillment of
the Auxiliary's $1 million pledge to the Endowment Fund
Campaign, helping to secure the future for generations of
elderly in need. Muriel's vision and tenacity further led the
Women's Awiliary to embrace a second commitment of $1
million to the Endowment Fund, ensuring the financial
resources required to preserve and enhance the Jewish
Home's reputation for excellence. "
Charles Weiss then presented the second Special
Recognition Award to Carl Glickman. Carl was cited for
his "devotion, wise counsel and visionary leadership" and for
helping to position the JHE to meet the health care
challenges of the future.
Carl serves as Chairman of the JHE's Strategic Planning
Committee and an Officer of both the JHE Board and
Foundation Board. He is also a member of the Home's
Finance Committee, and for the past two years has served
as Vice Chairman of theJHE Board.
The Louis Lotstein Award for Distinguished Service was
given to Michael Stashower.
Mr. Stashower joined theJHE's Board of Directors in 1988
when he was elected to serve as Governor from the
Westport community. Elected to Director in 1990, Mr.
Stashower was installed as Treasurer in 1993 and served
until 1995. He was Treasurer again tn 7997 and served three
terms. He is currently on the JHE tr'oundation's Investment
Committee.
A special speaker was Resident Harold Wolfson, a selF
professed "computer maven." In a heartfelt account, he told
how the JHE's computer technology classes have opened a
world to him beyond the Home's walls.
Mary Young, 1.999 recipient of the futhur and Gladys
Lunin Humanitarian Award, presented this year's award to
Marcia Lieberman, Honorary Director for Life of the
Women's Auxiliary and mother of U.S. Sen. Joseph
Lieberman.
Because of the many demands of the presidential campaign,
Mrs. Lieberman videotaped her acceptance in which she
said, "The Home is dear to my heart. I'm very proud to
receive this award. My love to everyone at the Home - and
that will be my home one day."
Charles Weiss concluded the program and joined guests in
enjoying a delicious brunch.'R
WrNrEn / 20015

6. Benefits Abound Each Day at Adult Day Health Care
As our population continues to live
longer, seniors face many age-related
illnesses. These illnesses, which often
include Alzheimer's Disease,
dementia, stroke or Parkinson's, are
sometimes not severe enough to
require around-the-clock care or
nursing home residence. This is where
facilities like the JHE's Adult Day
Health Care (ADHC) center PlaY
such a valuable role.
Adult Day Health Care can be manY
things to many people. At the Jewish
Home, the area's senior citizens have
received much needed services for 23
years.
ADHC is open MondaY through
Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30
p.m. and is staffed bY trained and
caring professionals who heiP
older adults rise to their fullest
level ofindependence and dignity.
Transportation to and from the
Center is also available.
According to Director Donna
Lange, RN, "Our Program
provides a safe haven for older
adults with varying needs and
abilities - people who can benefit most
from companionship in a medicallY
secure, therapeutic and social setting.
Our clients can tap into the resources'
medical clinics, theraPies and
amenities available at the Jewish
Home in addition to participating to
the varied daily activities we offer on-
site." Donna also stressed that
intangibles like increased feelings of
self worth and a sense of purpose are
other benefits of client participation.
Kosher lunches and snacks are
provided daily, as are a varietY of
games and activities that keep clients
mentally and phYsicallY engaged.
Client-made goods that ranged from
watercolors and framed Prints to
crocheted baby clothing and holiday
ornaments were a big hit at a recent
craft fair at the Home where all of the
proceeds benefit other client activities.
Students from nearbY Notre Dame
High School also participate in inter-
generational activities that have
included an annual Prom and luau.
'Just as important," said Donna, "when a
loved one is in our program' caregiving
families receive essential emotional
support and respite time to restore
themselves or simPlY meet
weekday obligations. Families
discover true piece of mind, secure
in the knowledge that their loved
one is in a safe and secure daYtime
setting."
Donna and her staff recognized,
however, that the caregiving role
could be a stressful exPerience'
This is why she started a suPPort
group that meets on the first
Thursday of every month at 6:30 P.m.
at the Center. Participation is open to
those with a familY member in the
program, as well as communitY
'i
resrdents. '{ I
For nore infornation about the caregivers'
supplrt group or to receive a free trial visit for
a family memben please call (203)365-6470.
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7. IHE S ic PIsn
Generotes
The JHEs new strategic plan has created
quite a buzz wthin the Home - and has
generated excitement outside. Nearly a year
in the making, the Board*approved plan has
the potential to position the JHE as the
premier provider of care for the elderly and
the first choice for families and health care
professionals by the year 2005.
Carl Glickman serves as Chairman of the
Strategic Planning Committee, a group that
identified six priorities that form the basis of
the strategic plan. Carl and his Committee
have been instrumental in overseeing the
work of small planning groups comprised of
enthusiastic volunteers from the JHE's
management and staff and the Board
of Directors. Catherine Wynkoop, an
experienced consultant, facilitated the group
discussions and planning process.
Q"lity of Resident care and employee
worklife issues were identified as a major priority along with marketing, community
outreach and image; maintaining financial security; expanded information systems
and technology support; expanded continuum ofcare; and streamlined governance
and communications.
Listed under each priority are action points that focus staff attention and
organizational resources on successful implementation of the plan. Over the next
three years, teams comprised of employees and the Strategic Planning Committee
will take the necessary steps to ensure the JHEt place among the finest long-term
care providers in the country, notable for proactive and creative programming,
cultural relevance and technological innovation.
New teams are now being formed to address each priority and move the overall plan
forward. Enthusiasm for implementation is high. In his remarks at the Annual
Meeting, JHE Board Chairman Eliot Black said, "It is an excellent tribute to the
collaborative efforts of so many members of management and staff from all
departments, plus high level lay leader support. Nearly everyone has been a part of
this dynamic learning process."
Eliot thanked Chairman Carl Glickman and the Committee's membership for their
"perseverance and vision." He also acknowledged the importance of such an
undertaking and the positive consequences that will flow from it. "The implemen-
tation of this action plan will surely bear fruit for many years to come," he said.
Updates will be provided in future issues of Chai Lights.'n
SurfingAway
Physical Barriers
continuedfrom page 3
recently e-mailed his college
fraternity and received his
lifetime membership after 63
years.
Betsey Selkowitz urges
potential donors to consider the
benefits of expanding this
exceptional program when
making pledges to the 2001
Sustaining Donor Campaign.
"Contributions will help keep
our Residents connected to
their loved ones and to the
world," she said. 'Just look at
what a few Residents have
achieved in such a short time.
Imagine how many more will
benefit in the future!"
"Our Residents can now travel
all over the world without
leaving the Jewish Home," said
Ileene Chernoff. "The ability to
use the Internet has opened up
a whole new world to them.
Each week someone learns
something new - and usually
it's me."
For additional information about
the 2001, Sustaining Donor
Campaign and the Residents'
computer lab, please contact the
JHE Foundation at (203) 365-
6409 or e-mail Ski Lawenza at
slawenza@jhe.org. 'F
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8. women's auxiliary
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Marilyn Flom is New
Women's ArDdl iary Pre sident
The Women's Auxiliary celebrated its 32nd General
Membership Meeting in October and saw President Muriel
Brown pass the gavel to Marilyn Flom.
"Muriel's dedication to the Auxiliary these past two years has
been remarkable," said Chairman of the Day, Lynne Weiss.
"She sets an example for all of us with her boundless energy'
tireless dedication and good humor."
Marilyn Flom was installed as the Arxiliary's 15th President
along with Vice Presidents Judy Weiss and Diane Serlin and
President-Elect Lynne Weiss.
Barbara Tavrow, Executive Director of the JHE Foundation,
said, "We congratulate Muriel on her very successful presidency
and look forward to working with Marilyn Flom in the next
two years. The Women's Auxiliary has been the jewel in the
crown of JHE supporters and we are grateful for their never
ending efforts. Muriel joins a remarkable group of past
Pictured from left to right are JHE President Dennis J. Magid with Muriel
Brown, Marilyn Flom, and Barbara J. Tavrow.
presidents who give so much more than just their time...they
give their love and commitment to making this the finest
Home for our Residents."'tl
Members of the planning
committee are (from left).
Spring Luncheon
Chairman Judy Weiss;
Helene Bingler; Karen
Wolf; Joan Carp; Muriel
Brown; Marilyn Flom;
Lynne Weiss; Sue
Cimmino; Ch e ryl S ilkoff;
and PatW Green.
Mark your 2001 calendar for Monday, June 4, the
date of the Annual Spring Luncheon and Boutiques
sponsored by the Women's Arxiliary. The full day of
fun and feasting begins at 10:00 a.m.
^t
Rolling Hills
Country Club in Wilton. Shoppers can browse the
boutiques before the 12:30 p.m.luncheon and choose
from an arcay of unique goods handcrafted by the
Northeast's finest craftsmen and artisans.
Proceeds benefit the Homeb Residents. Please make
reservations early for this traditionally sold-out event
by contacting the Auxiliary at (203) 365-6488 or by
e-mail at womensarxiliary@j he.org.'ll

9. Galaclimpses
Veteran performers Steve Lawrence and Eydie Gorme treated over
600 Jewish Home supporters to renditions of music by America's
best loved songwriters at the 2000 Fall Gala. The event, sponsored
by the Women's Auxiliary was held at the Qrick Center for the
Arts at Fairfield University.
The tented dinner featured a live auction that raised over $40,000
to support the Auxiliary's second $1 million pledge to the
Endowment Fund Campaign. Following Steve and Eydie's
unforgettable performance, a winnin g raffle ticket was drawn for a
2001 Volvo automobile.
Benefactor and sponsorship participation
helped the Women's Auxiliary to raise
over $90,000 to benefit Resident care.
Thanks to Chairman Diane Serlin and the
hard working Fu[ Gala Committee that
included Lynne M. Weiss as Auction
Chairman, and Janet M"gtd and Alana
Fodeman as Raffle Co-Chairmen. Ginger
Speicher was Chairman of the dinner. 'll
Captions fron top to botton
Muriel Brown, (left), lmmediate Past President of the
Women's Auxiliary, plses with Gala Chairman
Diane Serlin.
JHE President Dennis Magid greets Boni and Allan Lang before dinner.
Selling raffle tickets at the pertornance are, from left, Judy Weiss, Janet B. Magid
and AIana Fodenan.
Pausing atthe evening's celebration are, from left, Corrine Lotstein,
Elsie Steinberg and Marcia Lipton.
Mary Young, (left) and
Siri Laurenza toast the
festivities.
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"I haoe had 18 wonderfullears
at the Jewish Home. It is one of
the premier geriatric complexes
in the country), and I am
- DonnaJoye
Allison Szewczul and Yarmaal
Metellus were crowned Aueen
and King.
HapPy
Holidays!
The December Staff Holiday Party was
one of the livelies,
{tb *$t successfirl in
our history with ndarly 300.ffiployees
enjoying an evening bf dining, dancing and
friendship. Parties were also held at the
JHE for those who had to work. The
kindness of family members and other
donors helped make this fun-filled and
memorable event possible. 'n
l. Therapeutic Recreation Department
employees toast the New Year.
2. President Dennis Magid; Chairman
Eliot Black; and Harry Sheketoff,
Honorary Directory for Life and
Chairman of the Facilities Committee,
enjoy the evening.
3. Games like this balloon stuffing
contest were a hit.
4. Dennis, Eliot and Tawana Williams set
the night to music.
5. Did we have fun or what?
confdent it willcontinue its
exemplary care."
Donna loyce Retires
As the JHEs Senior Vice President of Health Services and Administration,
Donna Joyce was a familiar face to both Residents and stafl and a respected
administrator. To many who knew and worked with Donna through the years,
her December retirement marked the end of a distinguished career that
significantly touched many lives. Her enthusiastic and dedicated leadership at the
helm of health services at the Jewish Home will surely be missed.
President Dennis l.4agid worked closely with Donna and echoed the sentiments
of many when he said, "Donna has been a highly energetic Vice President and
her dedication to making our Jewish Home one of the finest caregiving
institutions in the country is unparalle1ed. I can unequivocally say that she willbe
gready missed by our Residents, families, and the Board and staff of the JHE."
Donna's professional accomplishments at theJHE never diminished her personal
touch. A family member praised her "wonderful honesf' and said, "It was
Donna who so kindly and sensitively explained (my mother's condition) to
me.,.my deepest appreciation for helping me and guiding me through these last
weeks."
Donna joined theJHE in 1983 as the Director of Staff Development and Nurse
Clinician, In 1987, she became the Director of Nursing, and three years later
assumed her recent position and the responsibility of supervising several
departments with nearly 400 employees. ,
Donna helped to secure accreditations for programs and services, and was
instrumental in providing clinical experience opportunities to student nurses
from area colleges and universities. In 1996, she was specially recognized for her
contributions to nurse training by Sacred Heart University's nursing programs.
Two years earJier, she had received the University's first Special Leadership
Award.
Donna has also taught leadership and management courses toJHE staff and has
lectured on Medicare and Medicaid at Sacred Heart University. 'n
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coordinated by Shelley
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15. "Repairing the World"
The concept of tikkun olam, repairtng the world, is an
ancient tradition. Its focus is tzedakah or the
performance of just action, especially charitable giving.
While this concept is rooted in Judaism, the tenets of
all religions point to rightfi.rl conduct as the path to
improving the World.
As philanthropy becomes more sophisticated and the
options for charitable giving are increasingly plentiful,
we must strongly beiieve in the worthiness of the
charities we select and the integrity with which donor
support is used. Donors should consider contributing to
institutions that are committed to furthering ethical
mitzvat, those acts of loving kindness that have a direct
bearing on relieving societal problems and enhancing
the quality of life of others.
The Jewish Home for the Elderly is a prime example of
an organizatton that meets these criteria. Here, we seek
to provide a home that engenders warmth and love and
that provides the finest healthcare to those who share
their lives with us. It is an environment that raises hope,
teaches skills, and reinforces self-esteem. At JHE, our
Residents are encouraged to achieve maximal self:
sufficiency and opportunities for comfort and joy.
Our programs make us proud. Residents, many in their
nineties, are speaking to their grandchildren and great-
grandchildren on the Internet. They are contributing
foundation
their skills in
Activity Center
enjoying outings
and concerts.
our Work
and are
to theatres
At JHE, lives can rejuvenate.
Lives can begin. Our skilled
and capable professionals are
wholly committed to the
enrichment of our Residents'
good health and well-being.
We are confident in our
capabilities to serve those
viewpoint
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BarbaraJ.Tawow
Executive Director
JHE Foundation
who rely on us. But, we need your help. The resources
to enable us to work uncompromisingly with our
Residents and short-term patients are scarce, and the
opportunity for us to offer the very best care in the most
appropriate environment is dependent on those of you
in our community who recognize the need and believe
tn tileleun olam.
Please consider theJewish Home one of your priorities.
Your decision to support us in whatever way you can
will reap benefits for many years. We have multiple
opportunities from which you may choose. Please call
me to arrange a visit to JHE and see for yourself why
the Talmud describes tzedakah as "equal to all the other
commandments combined.",ll
W Siri M. LaurettzaPromoted
The JHE Foundation is pleased to announce the promotion of Siri
Laurenza to Assistant Director of Development. In her new role, Siri
will direct the Sustaining Donor Program, supervise special events
activities and spearhead Foundation and corporate grant writing efforts.
Siri has been at the Jewish Home for more than 1.4 years. For the past
nine years, she served as Foundation Associate and Special Events
Coordinator, and has worked diligently with the Women's Auxiliary and
Men's Club.
Congranrlations are also extended to Siri on her recent marriage. 'l?

16. Eighty-six JHE employees were
awarded for their years of service at
the 22ndannual recognition dinner in
May. The 'Americana at JHE"
themed event featured a festive,
red, white and blue millennium
tribute to the employees' 5, 10,
1.5,20 and 25 years of service to
Residents. It also recognized the
"Class of 2000" - those
employees who were part of the
Kuriansky expansion 10 years ago. As in years past, Jacquelyne
Solomon, Director of Human Resources, chaired this
celebration as the official way of recognizing the JHE's most
valuable asset...its people.
President Dennis Magid thanked the audience of nearly 200 for
their strong work ethic and teamwork. "I am confident that I
speak on behalf of the Residents and their families in thanking
you for your tireless devotion to the 360 Residents we care for
today and the over 2,400 who have called the JHE home
through our almost 28year history" he said.
Following the service awards presentation, JHE Chairman Eliot
Employee Aruards frjlr..,ln'-
outs'fandins
Black bestowed two Chairman's
Awards on deserving emPloYees,
Susana Ortiz (not shown) of
Environmental Services and Karen
Julian of Social Services. Co-workers
nominated these sPecial women for
displaying all of the qualities that
Other recognition awards were
given to Donna Reda, CNA, who received the Mary Williams
Certified Nursing Assistant Award; Lydia Baruga, LPN, who was
given theJacqueline Purcell Professional Nurse Award; and Alice
Ogwok, CNA, who received the Charney Family Award from
family member Ginger Speicher. Each of the honorees was also
nominated by their peers and received an engraved plaque and a
$100 check for demonstrating exemplary professionalism,
outstanding care and extraordinary dedication.
Two employees joined the Qrarter Century Club for theit 25
years of service.The names of Luisa Senese, Laundry Supervisor,
and Evelyn Nash, RN, Head Nurse, will be engraved on the
attractive plaque located in the tndet Lobby. 'll

17. Gonnecticut Nurcing Shortage
Thrcatens Patient Gare
The reason these ladies are sniling is because four of them recently
became LPNs. Formerly Certified Nursing Assistants, they underwent a l4-
month training program at Bullard Havens that was paid for by the JHE. ln
return for this sponsorship, the women have agreed to stay employed by the
JHE for at least twl years. This is one of the creative ways that the Home is
responding to Connecticut's nursing shoftage. From left to right are:
Shaneen Johnston; Taheerah Muhanned; Mary Jane Negron; Diann Papp,
Director of Nursing Education and lnfection Control; and Tanisha Ewing.
Connecticut's nursing homes, hospitals and home care
services are among the best in the nation. However, the State's
current nursing shortage threatens the quality of care we have
come to expect from our health care facilities and will reach
crisis proportions, if not immediately addressed.
Nurse vacancy rates in Connecticut are up 50 percent since
1995. More than 3,200 nurses have left the State or given up
licenses since 1996. Three of the State's nursing schools closed
in recent years. The remaining schools graduated 616
Registered Nurse candidates this year, down from 915 in
1996.
The JHE has addressed this issue by hiring nine nurses from
the Philippines. We continue to advertise, and have also
created a scholarship program for Certified Nursing
Assistants (CNAs) at Bullard Havens in Bridgeport. Four of
our CNAs have already graduated and three more have begun
this ]"4-month course to become Licensed Practical Nurses.
But this is still not enough!
Today, there are 43,400 licensed registered nurses in
Connecticut and their
^ver^ge
age is 48 - three years older
than the national avetage. Many of these professionals are
.ln!
:al" lli
Connecticut's hospitals, and nursing hornes and home care
associations haae recently launched a public-priaate ?rlgram to
address the nursing shortage. Recommendations include:
* Recruiting a new generation of healthcare workers
through a comprehensive public relations effort;
* Encouraging high school students to consider the benefits
of a rewarding nursing careerl
* Encouraging Connecticut's institutions of higher
education to expand health care education opportunities
through more support for our colleges and universities,
and additional financial aid for Connecticut students who
plan tojoin the health care field;
* Researching and developing new, innovative training
programs, such as night, weekend and internet-based
programs;
* Enacting regulatory reforms to provide flexibility in the
use of staff so that nurses and health care workers can
spend their time providing patient care; and
* Instituting a comprehensive campaign to attract and
retain the most talented people to nursing and health care
professions.
stafr o
expected to retire within the next four years. We must
work together to find solutions to filling the vacancies
created by these retirements.
To alleviate this crisis, Connecticut lawmakers and
health care providers must immediately join together in
a public-private partnership to find and enact solutions
to recruit, train and retain health care workers - or the
sick and elderly of our society will not get the care they need
and deserve.
Fifteen years ago, Connecticut was one of the first states in
the nation to deal with the teacher shortage, and a similar
effort is needed now to deal with the nursing shortage. The
State, hospitals, nursing homes, health care organizations and
nursing associations must now work together to bring
thousands into the nursing profession.
Any solutions must have the strong support and endorsement
of lawmakers, health care providers and the public. Reaching
out to the public to explain the seriousness of the nursing
shortage is the first step in encouraging an outpouring of calls
and letters to the Governor, legislators and he media. Tell your
stories and make this a priority legislative issue this term. rll
WrNrr,R / 2007 17

18. Sustaining Donors Enhance
Qraliry of Resident Life
An August dinner celebrated the more than $150,000 raised by the 2000
Sustaining Donor Campaign to benefit Residents. Chairman Betsey
Selkowitz proudly announced to the 150 guests that the money was used to
refurbish the Main Dining Room and renovate the Work Activity Center,
one of the first geriatric sheltered workshops in the nation.
"We are eternally grateful for our Sustaining Donors and this evening gives
us an opportunity to show that appreciation," Betsey said. "Each ye r we arc
joined by over 1,200 donors to support Resident programming and capital
projects that
simply cannot be
funded due to
I
I
Members of the 2001 Sustaining Donor Committee meet to discuss
strategies for the coming year. Seated leftto right are Lena Stoogenke;
Betsey Selkowitz; and Betg Liebensohn. Standing are Siri Laurenza;
Milton Sutin; Clifford Steinberg; Herbert Steinhardt; Jay littman; Louis
Ginsberg; Lynne M. Weiss; Alice Weissman; Deborah Zuckerman; and
ZoE Stetson.
Enjoying the celebration are (leftto right) Eileen and Carl Glickna
Eliot Black, Chairnan of the Board; Barbara J. Tavrow, Executit
Director of the JHE Foundation; and Betsey Selkowitz, Chairman
the Sustaining Donor Program.
dwindling government reimbursements. Our program is an opportunit
for donors to join together and make quantifiable advances in the lives o
our Residents."
In 1999, the program purchased a 36-passenger, wheelchair accessiblr
bus. It accommodates up to 16 wheelchair-bound Residents who ride ir
comfort to off-site therapeutic recreation programs.
Funds have also been used to support the award-winning muscl
strengthening program, purchase physical therapy equipment, and instal
a security system that monitors the safety of Residents with Alzheimer'
Disease. The 2001 Campaign will enhance projects like the Residents
computer lab. "F
Pressmans Do layground
The sound of childrent laughter ca heard in the new
play and enjoy a
Svlvia and Paul
Pressman, long time JHE supporters.
The Pressmans have brightened the
which helps the Center
"The j
ren and to otr,Residents," said
of the JHE Foundati
teer at the JHE since 19!
partment. Both she and
children's lives
were
The Child Care Center has a new playground thanks to the
generosity of the Pressman family. Pictured are Sylvia
Pressman (center), surrounded by her children and
grandchildren.
administrator for 34 years, and Paul was anactive in Gmple Israel, Westport,
playground at the Child Care Center. T
variety offun equipment thanks to the generosi
h their
rtles
like vis;
Fund'g
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Paul,
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19. Fio*lo
f"-ify F""1
:-'- A south-of-the-border theme set the
tone for the Men's Club's Ninth Annual
Family Day celebration in September. Sombreros
were in abundance during an afternoon of children's activities, music and
outdoor family fun.
"Family Day is our favorite event," said Martin Burger, President. 'As
many as four generations gather each year in the Home's courtyard for
a few hours ofcelebration and togetherness."
A highlight was a performance by Cantor
Congregation Rodeph Shalom in Bridgeport.
"The Men's Club would especially like to
wonderful memories for our family members,"
Marty said.
Stephen Cohen was Chairman, and a dedicated team of Men's Club
Board Members and Junior Volunteers assisted with decorations and
planning the days attractions. The free annual event is open to all Mens
Club Members, FamilyMembers, and Board Members of theJHE and
JHE Foundation. rfi
President Dennis Magid greets George
Samuel Shapiro and Bernard Dommu.
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'&i eausing for a family portrait are Anna and Gerry Maisner
.'.' and daughters, Jessica and Alyssa.
Yeshaya Grama of
thank Anna and GerrvNlaisnerwho have
tr
worked on our Familv Dav since irc
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inception and have helped to build
q ;
fumicnaet Weinstock, lmmediate Past President, waits for1,
fi face painting with his children, Zachary and Kimberly.
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20. Pausing before teeing off are (fron left)
Michael Weinstock, Paula Mandell, and John
Whalen.
The 2000 George Lipton Golf and
Tennis lnvitational has been touted
as an outstanding success by the
Board of Directors of the Mens
Club. Record breaking sponsorship
helped to raise over $85,000 to
benefit the Men's Club's second
pledge of $250,000 to the Home's
Endowment Fund Campaign. The
event was held on Monday, June
26th
^t
Rockrimmon Country
Club in Stamford and nearly 200
golfers and tennis players
contributed to the event's success.
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George Lipton, Chairman, welcomes guests t0 the event.
"My heartfelt appreciation to this year's underwriters,
sponsors and participants," said George Lipton, for whom
the outing is named. 'A committed team of Board
Members helped us to deliver what rve believe was one of
the finest events in our history. We would especially like to
"::l:
Winners of the first low net in the afternoon
golf tournament are (from left) Bill MitchelL
Harold Muftha, and Mike Usdanoff'
thank Bill Mitchell and
family for sponsoring
dinner, Joe Sweedler for
again providing gifts for our
guests, and the Lapine family
for their generosity on behalf of
our raffle," he said.
Mark your calendar for the
200L Golf and Tennis
Invitational, which will take
place on Monday,June 25th. 'F
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21. Maftin S. Burger (right) newly installed President of the
Men s Club, greets UConn Men's Basketball Coach Jim Calhoun.
VisualTherupy
Residents will soon be able to choose from
an array of prints to brighten their rooms -
and spirits - thanks to an Art Cart program
sponsored by the Women's Auiliary. The
fut Cart is based on studies demonstrating
that participants experience positive healing
and stress reduction through the placement
of transcendent landscapes and stilllifes in
their rooms.
The JHE-owned print collection will
become a permanent lending llbrary for the
Residents' enjoyment, healing and reni:wal
of spirit. Residents will have the option to
rotate their artwork.
A committee of JHE representatives will
select the images, with participation from
artists and geriatric therapists. Ellen
Ashkins, Director of Therapeutic
Recreation, and her stafl will distribute and
circulate the prints.
Marilyn Flom, President of the JHE
Women's Auxiliary strongly endorses the
project. "The Auxiliary's mission has always
focused on offering support to projects that
meaningfully adda dimension to the quality
of life of our Residents. The fut Cart will
surely do a gteart deal to raise spirits and
promote Resident involvement," she said. 'R
Ji- Calhoun Guest Speaker at
Men's Club Annual Meeting
UConn Huskies' Men's Basketball Coach Jim Calhoun drew a record-
breaking crowd of nearly 200 members and guests when he spoke at the
Men's Club's 17th Annual
Meeting.
Marty Burger, the Club's
newly installed President,
spoke for the enthusiastic
audience when he said, "We
are grateful to Mr. Calhoun
for his generosity. It was a
thrill for our guests to meet
him and to have a chance to
discuss his championship
coaching methods." He
extended the Men's Club's
appreciation to Board chairman of the Evening Altan Alper (left) congraturates
Member Bill Mitchell for MichaetWeinstock, Immediate Past President.
contacting Coach Calhoun
and coordinating his appearance.
Highlighting the evening was a tribute to Michael Weinstock who served
as President of the Men's Club for the last two years. Martin Burger was
installed as President, along with Vice Presidents Allan Alper; Neil
Lieberthal; Dr. Stewart Gross; and Edward Burger. Leonard Leader was
installed as Secretary; and Dr. Howard Zinner was named Treasurer.
Dr. Stephen Moskowitz was appointed Assistant Treasurer. .ll
WrNraR / 2007 2r

22. Volunteer Awards Dinner Salutes
One Million Hours of Seruice
Over 250 Volunteers,
staff members and
guests attended the
25th Annual Volunteer
Awards Dinner at the
JHE last summer. The
event celebrated
^
significant milestone -
one million hours
of service that our
Volunteers have given to
the Home's Residents
and staffl
From Left President Dennis Magid; Barbara Tavrow;
Janet Gordon; Evelyn 0chsner; and Michael
Silverman enioy the festivities.
President Dennis Magid and chairman Eliot Black saluted
individuals from communities throughout Fairfield county who
were given service hour awards for their contributions. Marilyn
Zimmer, Volunteer Coordinator, and Ellen Landowne, Volunteer
Statistician, presented the awards to 150 committed Volunteers for
their 1"00 to l-0,500 hours of individual service.
Special guest speaker U.S. Rep. Christopher Shays paid tribute to
the Volunteers and congratulated them for giving over 150,000 hours
ofservice tn7999.
The evenings highlightwas the presentation of theJHE Volunteer
of the Year Award to Evelyn Ochsner' According to Janet Gordon,
Director of Volunteer Services, "Evelyn has distinguished herself by
giving generously of her time and love for nearly six years. She truly
exempli{ies the spirit of volunteerism."
Another award was presented to Deb Fail1aci, Director of the work
Activity Center, and her staff for the caring relationship they have
with their Volunteers.
Barbara Tavrow; Executive Director of the JHE Foundation,
presented two young Junior Volunteers, Michelle Lee and Diana
shapiro, with the Mathilda and Julius Fleischer Junior Volunteer
Award for their outstanding commitment to community service
through volunteerism.
If you are interested in learning of the many volunteer opportunities
available at the JHE, please call Janet Gordon at (203) 365-6472 or
e-mail her at jgordon@jhe.org. 'F
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23. Hadassah Chapt
rAdoptstt
Resident Grandmothers
Eight young women from Westport's Hadassah chapter have
adopted JHE "grandmothers" through a new program called
Adopt a Grandmother. The adoptive "granddaughters" and their
children now brighten the lives of their Resident grandmothers
through visits, phone calls, gifts and shared projects.
The collaboration with the JHE was initiated by Sheri Warshaw,
Westport Hadassah's community outreach coordinator. "I have
always had a passion for working with the elderly," she said. "I have
two young children who are now in school, so I had time to devote
to a project."
Sheri called Janet Gordon, JHEb Director of Volunteers, with her
idea about adopting a grandmother and said the two "bonded
instantly."Janet had been interested in starting a mother/daughter
program of her own - and the idea took off
Janet worked with Ellen Ashkins, Director of Therapeutic
Recreation, to identi$' Residents who could benefit from one-on-
one visits. She also organized an orientation for the Hadassah
volunteers where they each received the name of their
grandmother. The women also got some how-to tips on bonding
with their new friend that included activities that the two might do
together.
According to Janet, "Each Resident grandmother has been visited
at least once and they love the interaction. In fact, Sheri and her
adopted grandmother, Fanni Hepner, were the subject of aJanuary
feature story in the Connecticut Post newspaper. We anticipate that
this wonderfirl program is the start of a long relationship between
Hadassah and the Home.".l'?
Jr,qAn Va/.'*Azow
Changing the Future
Ifyou have a desire to help others and are interested in
volunteering a few hours of your time, we can help you.
Applications are currently being taken for the the
Summer Junior Volunteer Program. Interested applicants
ranging from 14 and on, please contact the Volunteer
Department directly at (203) 365-6453

24. When you walk into Gertrude Glickmant room at the Jewish
Home, you are welcomed by the warmth of a proud mother who
immediately escorts you to the
bronze sculpture created by her
son, Carl, and the rolodex of
photos of the beautifrrl Glickman
family. It is a fitting introduction
to those values that magnificendy
charactertze Carl and Eileen and
the lives they lead.
Carl and Eileen Glickman,
residents of Westport for more
than 25 years, have three
daughters, Rachel, Susan and
Janet and four grandchildren
with one more on the way. In
March, the Glickmans will
Family man Carl Glickman poses with (from left), daughters Rachel and
Janet; his mother Geftrude, who is a JHE Resident; wife Eileen; and
daughter Susan.
successfril outcomes including tenures at General Foods and
Ovaltine, where he served as president.
Carl enjoys a number ofpassions
that keep him busy. His
sculpting was recendy featured in
a prominent iocal gailery. He is
an avid sailor and looks forward
to his morning walk on the
shores of the Long Island
Sound.
It is the Jewish Home that
occupies a gre t deal of Carl's
generous time. He is an Officer
of both the JHE Board and the
JHE Foundation Board. He is
also a member of the Homet
Finance Committee. In the past
celebrate their 40th anniversary their first encounter having been
at aBar Mitzvah of a mutual relative.
Eileen, a graduate of Hunter College, is a classically trained singer
who performs in the choir of Temple Israel in Westport, at our
Jewish Home, and at schools and other community organizations.
Eileen's repertoire ranges from folk and popular music to operatic
arias. She has taught Hebrew school for many years at Beth Israel
Synagogue in Westport and is committed to Jewish community
life.
Carl, raised in Brooklyn, attended Columbia University and New
York University, receiving degrees in engineering and an MBA,
respectively. He served in the Korean War, where he was
decorated for bravery. Soon after, he brought his business acumen
to the corporate world where he led several companies to
two years, Carl has chaired the Strategic Planning Committee,
which has resulted in an exciting blueprint for the Home's future.
Carl's work atJHE has earned him the resPect of many of our lay
leaders who value his professional input and selflessness. He was
presented with the coveted Special Recognition Award at the
JHE Annual Meeting in October.
Carl's frequent presence at the Home allows for plenty of time to
visit with his mother, Gertrude, an active and busy Resident. She
is a grand raconteur whose pride for her children, grandchildren
and great-grandchildren is boundless.
We are gatefirl to have Carl and Eileen in the Jewish Home
family and our Home is richer for the generosity and love that the
Glickman family shares with us. 'Fl
Jewish Home for the Elderly
175 Jefferson Street
Fairfield, CT 06432