FALL 2019 • SEPTEMBER-DECEMBER FAMILY NEWSLETTER Top 10 Finalists and Alternates. From left: Brenna McWreath, Dylan Grosh-Hoy, J.R. Heckman, Kyla Burks, Margaret Brown, Julia Polster, Delia Brennan, Chad Harris, Hannah Schmidt, Hannah Kulawiak, Adriana Holst and Christian Thomas. PLEASE VISIT SHININGSTARCLE.ORG TO VIEW PHOTO GALLERY. shiningstarcle.org CLE 2019 The Montefiore Foundation THANK YOU TO OUR Event Sponsor Media Partner THE FINALS PERFORMANCE & COMPETITION Sunday, September 22, 2019 ê 7 pm Ohio Theatre at Playhouse Square TICKETS ON SALE NOW! CO-CHAIRS Adriana & Andrew Randall ê Marcy Schwartz & Daniel Simon Cathy & Jonathan Stamler ê Sarah & Scott Zimmerman HOSTED BY MONICA ROBINS WKYC Emmy-award winning reporter and Senior Health Correspondent YOU CAN BE A PART OF THIS EXTRAORDINARY EVENT – AN EVENING YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS! Shining Star CLE is a unique solo-singing competition giving Northeast Ohio high school students the chance to compete for college scholarships. Watch as the Top 10 Finalists put on the performance of their lifetimes! For additional information, see page 3. Finals Judges: Jim Brickman, Rashad V. Chambers, Trisha O’Brien, Carl Topilow & Gina Vernaci.
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Fall 2019 • September-December F a m i l y N e w s l e t t e r
Top 10 Finalists and Alternates. From left: Brenna McWreath, Dylan Grosh-Hoy, J.R. Heckman, Kyla Burks, Margaret Brown, Julia Polster, Delia Brennan, Chad Harris, Hannah Schmidt, Hannah Kulawiak, Adriana Holst and Christian Thomas.
Please visit shiningstarcle.org to view Photo gallery.
shiningstarc
le.orgCLE 2019
The Montefiore Foundation
THANK YOU TO OUR
Event Sponsor
Media Partner
THE FINALS PERFORMANCE & COMPETITION
Sunday, September 22, 2019 ê 7 pmOhio Theatre at Playhouse Square
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!CO-CHAIRS
Adriana & Andrew Randall ê Marcy Schwartz & Daniel SimonCathy & Jonathan Stamler ê Sarah & Scott Zimmerman
HOSTED BY MONICA ROBINSWKYC Emmy-award winning reporter and Senior Health Correspondent
YOU CAN BE A PART OF THIS EXTRAORDINARY EVENT – AN EVENING YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS!
Shining Star CLE is a unique solo-singing competition giving Northeast Ohio high school students the chance to compete for college scholarships. Watch as the
Top 10 Finalists put on the performance of their lifetimes!
For additional information, see page 3.
Finals Judges: Jim Brickman, Rashad V. Chambers, Trisha O’Brien, Carl Topilow & Gina Vernaci.
Volunteer Spotlight
2 • Call Us at 216.360.9080
The Junior Volunteer program has many students 12-18 years old from dozens of schools, who spend their time forming connections with residents and making them smile through assisting with programs such as Bingo, jewelry making, picnics and friendly visits! While the program operates year round, this summer was a busy one as junior volunteers helped with commitment, a positive attitude and enthusiasm!
While spending time in the sun, the volunteers and residents enjoyed playing games such as Uno, Scrabble or testing their knowledge at trivia. They also had a good time tossing balloons and blowing bubbles.
Every Tuesday our junior volunteers assisted with the resident picnics. There was always so much to do from set up, recording lunch orders, wrapping silverware, putting on tablecloths and transporting as well as serving and making sure everyone got their correct meal.
A new activity this summer included hand massages which brought joy to many of our residents. In addition, junior volunteer Sarah Kelly visited residents with her service dog- Bella bringing smiles to many faces. All these activities provided the opportunity to get to know our lovely residents and form lasting relationships.
Montefiore residents and students from Kulanu, Friendship Circle of Cleveland’s Total Inclusion Jewish Education program are collaborating in a special monthly program called “Better Together”™ for the 2019-2020 academic year. The Legacy Heritage Better Together program is designed to encourage meaningful interaction between the young and the old.
The focus of this program is to sensitize students to the challenges of the elderly
Volunteer Spotlight on Junior Volunteers!Many also volunteered to work
some of our bigger events including the Employee Health Fair and the Employee Appreciation Picnic. They ran the welcome booths, helped pass out raffle tickets, tee shirts, and water bottles. They also served food and managed some of the other booths.
The Montefiore/Weils Junior Volunteer Recognition event was held on Sunday, August 11th in the Montefiore Chapel.
During this time, the 2019 Fannie and Milly Cadkin Junior Volunteer of the Year was awarded to sophomore Abby Kless who attends Notre Dame Cathedral Latin High School and Vince Baioni, a junior at Brush High School received The Weils 2019 Junior Volunteer of the Year award. Both students are extremely special junior volunteers who demonstrated compassion, leadership and dedication through their years of continuous service.
and for the teens to discover how much they have to learn from their elders. The Better Together program, under the direction of Amy Pincus, Kulanu principal and social worker of Friendship Circle and Rabbi Akiva Feinstein, Montefiore’s director of spiritual care, includes opportunities to teach students Jewish traditions and ethics that they can actualize in their daily lives. Each student will be partnered with a resident and they will spend time getting to know each other throughout the year.
residents are “Better together” with Friendship Circle!
Kudos to the multi-talented performersincluding Montefiore resident Marilyn Hunter(piano), Will Corbin (French horn), Sharon Levine (piano), Luke Jennings-Sanders (piano), Megan Schwartz, Cadkin Youth Intern and Life Enrichment Manager Josie Love (soloist).
Entertaining Afternoon for All at Montefiore Has Talent!The “Montefiore Has Talent” event was
organized by Cadkin Junior Volunteer Summer Intern, Megan Schwartz and brought together residents and junior and adult volunteers to perform a variety of acts for a fun and engaging afternoon! The audience was entertained by pianists, a soloist and French horn player. Our sincere thanks to judges Ronna Leubitz, president, Resident Council, Seth Vilensky, Montefiore president & CEO and Margo Vinney, board member, who critiqued each performance while the audience voted. Everyone was so talented that each performer received a prize!
Many thanks to the Fannie and Milly Cadkin Fund for sponsoring this event!
Play, LunchLearn!&
Have you or your friends ever wanted to learn to play Bridge, Mahj, Canasta, Scrabble
or other games? Here’s your opportunity! Instructors will be available.
Bring your current game group to play, enjoy a complimentary lunch, learn a new game and meet our volunteer community!
After you’re done playing, join us for a tour of Montefiore!
RSVP by Friday, September 13 to Diane Weiner, volunteer manager
Shining Star CLE is a benefit for memory care programs offered
by Montefiore and The Weils, nonprofit organizations and leaders in senior healthcare.
Board & staff enjoy tropical Picnic!
I had the privilege of attending Montefiore’s Junior Volunteer Recognition program in early August. This summer, we had 75 junior volunteers (students aged 12-18) who contributed over
3000 hours at Montefiore and The Weils to support important activities such as friendly visiting, reading newspapers, transporting to activities, helping with picnic lunches, as well as office work and helping in the Posh Nosh Café.
The junior volunteer program has been in existence for more than 25 years and is sponsored by the Fannie and Milly Cadkin Fund of the Montefiore Foundation. It is a gem of a program that allows us to make connections between students and our residents that are life changing.
I came away from the recognition program enlightened and energized by the work our volunteers provide and the many contributions they make. The junior volunteers in particular are a very special group of people. Many spoke at the event about how their experiences helped them connect and feel more comfortable with seniors and how much they learned from
meSSage From Seth VilenSky MONTEFIORE PRESIDENT AND CEO
VOLUNTEERS MAKE A HUGE DIFFERENCE!
the stories and histories residents shared with them.
Montefiore is so lucky to have a vibrant group of volunteers. Our residents could not be more thrilled having young people to talk to, play checkers with, and share their experiences in life. It brightens their lives and gives them additional sense of purpose. We sometimes take this for granted as volunteers have been part of the fabric of our organization for so long. We should take a moment to reflect on how lucky we are for such dedicated volunteers working with our residents – day in and day out – this simply doesn’t happen at other nursing homes and senior housing facilities – and it is something that sets us apart from our competitors.
I want to thank all of our committed volunteers – students, longstanding and new adult volunteers, hospice volunteers, and our amazing board of directors who volunteer their time and talent to help lead the organization into the future.
We couldn’t do what we do at Montefiore and The Weils without your passion and dedication to the organization. If you are interested in joining our amazing volunteers corps, please contact Diane Weiner, volunteer manager at 216-910-2741 or [email protected].
Standing from left: Susan Lieberman, Nate Dotson and Diana Mulac; Seated from left: Trifene Thomas, Tina King, Jack Schoenbeck and Ari Hyman
Seth Vilensky, Larry & Ellen Chernikoff, Larry Mack, Emily Vilensky and Debbie Rothschild
David Orlean and Ben Sheridan
Adam Young, Dayna & Cameron Orlean with Dre & LaToya Lane
Andy Randall, Nancy Goffman and Dan Zelman
I remember when I first started volunteering – I was shy and scared and I didn’t know what to do. I felt awkward talking to residents and the staff. I realized as the days
went on, there was nothing to worry about. The more I started talking to residents, I learned how much we need to value each other. I learned they just wanted someone
to talk to and spend time with. – Abby Kless
at the Weils!It,s Tea Time
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The Call of The WeilsKim Pidala and Andrea Bailey, Life Enrichment Coordinators · theweils.org
For a full listing of all events held at The Weils, please contact Kim or Andrea at 440-996-0506.
On the weils marqueeSeptember 14 • 1:30 pm Kristi Paddock piano performance in the café
September 21 • 1:30 pm Dan Maloney performs in community room
September 23 • 4 pm Jerry Simmerer performs in café
October 2 • 4 pm Eric Noltcamper performs in the café
October 13 • 1:30 pm Ilya Shteyndler performs on piano
October 30 • 4 pm Denny DeSapri performs in café
November 8 • 4 pm Steppin Out performs in café at happy hour
November 18 • 4 pm Joel Scigliano performs in café at happy hour
November 23 • 1:30 pm Tom Adams performs in community room
December 6 • 4 pm Chris Charlton performs in café at happy hour
December 16 • 4 pm Tom Todd performs in café at happy hour
December 29 • 1:30 pm Peter Tavens performs on piano
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september HappeningsGet ready for a Labor Day celebration happy hour with Wally Maxima with his
wonderful performance on the saxophone on Monday, September 2 at 4 pm. Wally will also brighten your day with his sparkly personality!
Join us on Sunday, September 22 at 1:30 pm in the café with Gary Gelender and his music and sing-a-long of the tastes and sounds bringing in the fall season.
You may want to get here early on Friday, September 27 at 4 pm in the café for singing sensation Greg Piscura. Greg packs a room with his voice as he belts out songs of the 40s, 50s, 60s and 70s. You do not want to miss this fun program!
Get ready for Rosh Hashanah on Sunday, September 29 at 2:30 pm for an Erev of Rosh Hashanah service in the community room.
October HappeningsPlease join us on Tuesday, October 8 at 2:30 pm for an Erev of Yom Kippur service in
the community room.Join us on Thursday, October 10 at 1:30 pm in the community room with music
enthusiast Dr. Joel Keller as he presents Music and the History of the Era. Happy Columbus Day! Please join us on Monday, October 14 at 4 pm as we celebrate
Columbus Day with music from Ron Papaleo in the café for happy hour. Drinks and hors d’oeuvres will be served!
Join us on Thursday, October 24 at 1:30 pm for a lecture on Women in History with Susan Cannavino in the community room. Susan has all the back stories and dresses the part of whom she is speaking about. She is sure to inform, engage and entertain!
November HappeningsCome join us on Saturday, November 16 at 1:30 pm for a wonderful piano
performance by Ilya Shteyndler in the café. Please join us on Thursday, November 21 at 1:30 pm for ceramics with Erica in the
café and/or at 2:30 pm for a lecture on Land of Lakes and Ledges with the Geauga Park District in the community room.
Come listen as Tom Adams performs in the community room on Saturday, November 23 at 1:30 pm.
December HappeningsGet ready for a guitar and singing performance by Chuck Fink on Sunday, December
15 at 1:30 pm in the community room. Please join us for a first day of Hanukkah Celebration on Monday, December 23 at
4 pm with piano sensation Ilya Shteyndler in the café for happy hour. Let’s celebrate Christmas day on Wednesday, December 25 at 4 pm with Eric
Noltkamper in the café. Lovely refreshments and holiday cookies will be served.
Volunteer at the weils!The Weils is seeking caring and
compassionate individuals to volunteer and help engage, enhance and enrich the lives of residents. The opportunities are endless – we match your skills and interests with our volunteer needs and/or design new opportunities based on your talents and what you want to do.
Our volunteers find the time they spend truly satisfying. Discover the rewards of volunteering and giving back to your community.
If you are interested in putting your passion into action,please contact Diane Weiner, volunteer manager,at 216.910.2741 or [email protected].
All Are invited! Join us for An Afternoon teA
sunday, october 20, 2019 • 2-4 pmever wonder what an afternoon tea was all about? Find out as Barbara Glauser, owner and tea expert
extraordinaire of the Rolling tea Cart comes to the Weils! enjoy a delightful afternoon of tea samplings,
homemade desserts and scones and learn about this culinary experience! space limited, reserve your
spot today! Call a member of the Weils team at 440.543.4221 to register or for more information.
16695 Chillicothe road Chagrin falls, oH 44023 theweils.org • 440.543.4221
Picture Perfect at The Weils!
Fall 2019 • 5
Morning, noon
and night, The Weils embraces your life.
Engaging Evenings
Gorgeous 1- and 2-bedroom suites with full kitchen and washer/dryer, 24/7 nursing,
chef-prepared meals, life enriching programs, outings and transportation – waiting for you at…
A Montefiore Senior Community
For details, please contact a Weils team member at 440.543.4221 | theweils.orgThe Weils is a non-profit organization owned and operated by Montefiore, both leaders in senior healthcare.
assisted living • memory care • rehab therapy
Visit theweils.org and take a virtual tour!
Weils junior volunteer Victoria Estergal prepares trivia to play with residents.
Mathilda Kolt, Weils resident, celebrates her 105th birthday at a Geauga County Centennial Celebration with Probate Judge Tim Grendell and his wife, member of the House of Representatives, Diane Grendell, as they honor Mathilda with a certificate and beautiful cake!
Weils resident John Beclay, 91 years old celebrates his birthday with Tim
and Diane Grendell!
Enjoying a Caribbean Cruise Night Dinner are residents Jerry Schindler, Peggy Behrens, Sheldon Kest and Ida Sexton.
Herbert and Harriet Levine get into the Caribbean spirit at special dinner!
Leona & Lester Ackerman “cut a rug” at happy hour!
Judy Dunn is Weils August resident of the month!
JOIN US FOR AWINE TASTING!
Learn about a variety of wines and the best ways to enjoy them! Some familiar, some new, but all delicious! Call a member of The Weils team at
440.543.4221 to register or for more information.
Enjoy a lovely afternoon of wine tastingand hors d’ oeuvres
Featuring Heinen’s Janet Loftus,Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW)
CHAGRIN FALLS
Tues., Nov. 12 · 4-5 pm · Weils Café
meSSage From rabbi akiVa FeinStien DIRECTOR OF SPIRITUAL CARE
While one should always be growth-minded throughout the year, it is during the Hebrew month of Elul, which begins 30 days before Rosh Hashanah that we are reminded to examine more closely how we have been doing so far in the
year. Every morning during the month of Elul the resonating sounds of the shofar echo in synagogues, reminding us to wake up from our spiritual slumber and meet the challenges of the days ahead.
In many of the shtetls of old, the air felt different in Elul. Everyone was trying much harder to be better, people were watching their speech, trying to increase their mitzvoth, and even a regular conversation felt different – more about substance and being careful to not say anything that may be wrong or harmful. The goal of the New Year and the deadline for Teshuva, repentance, felt much nearer.
Elul invites us to reconsider the possibilities and potential of our lives – how we might increase the meaning, commitment and purpose in our lives and veer away from the things that aren’t leading us to where we want to go. The idea is that we do not arrive to Rosh Hashanah with a sudden jolt to reboot and revisit our goals, but rather that we start to get our wheels rolling and all lubed up so that when the deadline approaches we are already wrapping things up rather than starting anew.
Here are some growth-minded challenges to experiment with during Elul:• Adopt a mitzvah this month that you’ve
been putting off but feel inspired about putting into practice
• Commit to learning Torah 10-15 minutes a day• Pursue one quiet act of kindness a day• Express and feel more gratitude for the
simple things• Tackle one challenge that you keep pushing off• Ask those you have hurt for forgiveness and
wholeheartedly forgive those who have hurt youWishing all of the residents and families of
Montefiore a joyous and sweet High Holy Day season!
Please join us in welcoming Rick Di Domenico as Montefiore’s new administrator. Rick brings a wealth of nursing home and senior healthcare experience with him. He comes to us from Aristocrat Berea, a
165 bed nursing home and 65 bed ICF/MR (Intermediate Care Facility for individuals with developmental disabilities) where he served as the executive director for the past five years.
Rick is a results-oriented business professional who has extensive experience in customer service, program development, strategic planning, team building, setting and administering budgets, facility operations, human resources and nursing home regulations. His pro-active and positive leadership style is a great addition to our Montefiore family. He has a strong ability to optimize productivity and achieve company goals while maximizing available resources.
Some of his prior experience includes working as executive director and/or nursing home administrator at Life Care Center of Medina, Beeghly Oaks in Youngstown, The Village at St. Edward in Fairlawn, Aristocrat Lakewood and The Commons of Providence in Sandusky. Rick’s achievements at these organizations include but are not limited to excellent annual survey results, improved resident and family satisfaction scores, implementation of new policies and procedures and increased census.
Rick earned his undergraduate degree in economics from Youngstown State University and an MBA from University of Akron. He holds a Ph.D.in health services administration from Southwest University. He has been a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) since 1993.
Rick resides in Valley City, Ohio with his wife, Wendy, who is a nurse.
Rick’s office is located on the third floor in administration. He may be reached at [email protected] or 216.910.2622. Welcome aboard, Rick!
meet montefiore’s New administratorrick Di Domenico!
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meet tHe teamNate DotsonChief Financial Officer
We are pleased to announce that Nate Dotson has been promoted to Chief Financial Officer. Prior to this position, Nate was Montefiore’s controller. Nate leads the Finance team and oversees all aspects of the Finance department including financial reporting, day-to-day cash flow and collections, revenue and expense issues and budgeting.
Nate has been with the organization for 16 years – he was a staff accountant from 2001- 2007 and assistant controller from 2007-2012. He then took a position for a couple years at Avery Denison, but in 2014 we happily recruited him back to Montefiore as controller. Nate holds a bachelor of science in business administration with a major in accounting from Ohio Northern University and masters in accountancy from Bowling Green State University. Nate lives in Chardon and is married to Samantha (Sam) and they have two sons ages 12 and 15.
Leah Rotenberg Controller
Mazel Tov to Leah Rotenberg who has been promoted to Controller in the Finance department. Previously she was accounts receivable manager. Leah has been with Montefiore for 11 years. She was hired as a staff accountant in 2008 and promoted to accounts receivable manager a few years later. Leah holds a bachelor of business administration (BBA) in accounting and masters in economics from Cleveland State University. Leah lives in Cleveland
Heights and is married to Rabbi Shmuel Rotenberg and they have five daughters and four sons ranging in age from 9 months to 15 years old.
staff Development team
From left: Staff Development Instructors –Vena Appling, BSN, RN; Odette Baldeo, BSN, RNand Debbie Gurgul, BSN, RN, Staff DevelopmentCoordinator
Fall 2019 • 7
MONTEFIORE INVITES YOU TO OUR
Rosh HashanahHoliday Dinner 5780
Sunday, September 29, 2019Service at 4 pm
Dinner in the Maltz Auditorium at 5 pm
Dietary laws observed under the strict supervision of Cleveland Kosher.Limit: Two guests per resident • No charge for residents
Adults: $18/person • Children (ages 5-12): $8/childChildren 4 and under: No charge
For more information, contact Josie Love, Life Enrichment Manager, at 216.910.2590.
Reservations and payment in full must be made by Monday, September 23, 2019.Please make checks payable to Montefiore.
Jewish Holidays 5780-2019Celebrate tHe fall f est ivals witH tHe following
programs , serv iCes and Celebrat ions . all are enCouraged and welCome to attend !
v c u y v b a k
suKKotSunday, October 6 Sukkah Decorating • 10:30 amSaturday, October 12 Jewish Holiday Party 2:30 pm Sponsored by Montefiore Volunteer Partners
Sunday, October 13 Sukkot Oneg Celebration 3:30 pm Monday, October 14 Sukkot Service • 10 am
sHemini atZeretand simCHat toraHSunday, October 20 Shemini Atzeret / Simchat Torah Oneg 3:30 pmMonday, October 21 Yizkor Service · 10 am
rosH HasHanaHSunday, September 22 Selichot Special service, program and concert • 4 pm Erev Rosh Hashanah Sunday, September 29 Erev Rosh Hashanah Service at 4 pm followed by a festive dinner at 5 pmMonday, September 30 First Day of Rosh Hashanah Service at 10 amTuesday, October 1 Second Day of Rosh Hashanah Morning Service • 10 amMonday, October 7 Tashlich 10:30 am in front gardens
Yom KippurTuesday, October 8 Erev of Yom Kippur Kol Nidre Service • 4 pmWednesday, October 9 Yom Kippur Service • 10 am Yizkor and Neilah service with shofar blowing at 5 pm
All services and programs are held in the Montefiore Maltz Chapel/Auditorium unless otherwise noted.
For questions or more information, please contact Rabbi Akiva Feinstein at 216.910.2794 or email: [email protected].
Celebrate the Jewish Holidays with us!
SATURDAY, OCTObER 12 AT 2:30 pM
Sponsored by the Montefiore Volunteer Partners
Delicious desserts
Wonderful Entertainment with Bert Stratton and Alan Douglass of
The Yiddishe Cup Band!
let’s get ready for the Jewish Holidays with
rabbi akiva feinstein10:30 AM · ARTS & CRAFTS ROOM
Monday, September 16SHOFAR MAKING FACTORYGain insight into the significance of the shofar and the celebration of Rosh Hashanah. Participants craft a genuine shofar from a real ram’s horn.
Monday, September 23OLIVE OIL pRESS
Squeeze olives until there’s enough pure olive oil for the menorah – just like in ancient temple times. Participants take home an olive oil souvenir for Chanukah.
Rabbi Shmuel Friedman of Chabad of Cleveland provides materials and insights from his year-round courses in hands-on Judaism that he takes on tour to local schools – teaching not just the why’s but the how’s of the year’s mitzvoth. Rabbi Akiva Feinstein helps to adapt these sessions for our residents so they too can participate and make their own.
Look for details on other workshops focused on Jewish holidays!
Bernice AbramsAffordable UniformsRhoda AginAmerican Coffee ServicesHoward AmsterRobert & Cynthia AntczakJanice ArnoffEdward & Mary BaioniScott BakerShirley BaschMarvin & Barbara BeckerBlanche, Joni, Rochelle, & Robin BeckermanJudith BeelerSteve & Susan BelmanRichard & Sharon BergerDavid & Joanne BerkovitzBerkowitz-Kumin-BookatzConnie BerlandJoan Feinberg BernsHarvey & Irene BernsteinCarol BilangSuzanne BlazarKurt & Myrna BlochCathy BloomfieldAlan & Therese BlumenthalCarey & Karen BrairtonBarry & Barbara BroumanRenee CamposJill CappyJeffrey Chaitoff & Margo VinneyLarry & Ellen ChernikoffMargie CheslerCitizens Bank ColleaguesEthan & Gena CohenDiane CollierKelli Cooper & FamilyBrian & Stacey DavisRabbi Steve & Lisa Denker
Designs By PennyReuven & Naomi DesslerRonald & Vera DombcikPatty DuplagoJoan EisenMarcia Landau Sloane ElbrandClover Elliott, Jack Sobel, & Nancy WhitingPreisler/Farley FamiliesJeffrey FelmanRick and Barbara FeltPolly FineGeorge & Bela FischerJames & Joanne FisherBill & Mary FlaisigForest City Hebrew Benevolent AssociationEverett John ForinashPaul & Miriam Friedman Friends & NeighborsBarbara Frisch-KlopperHoward & Terri GarfinkelAlvin & Shelley GilmoreGlenmedeDon & Joanne GoldbergGerry & Michelle GoldbergPhilip & Adrienne GoldbergLee & Jill GoldmanArthur Goldstein & Marilyn LaRiche-GoldsteinMichael & Beverly GoldsteinLois GoodmanMatthew & Pam GossKevin & Liz GregoryFrank & Maureen GreiciusRobert D. GriesBill Grodin & Andrea Kanter GrodinHarley & Rochelle Gross
Jeffrey & Laurel GrossMike & Abbey GuggenheimKaren GutnerHarry HaberFrances HellerJohn & Mary Ann HexterEvan & Michelle HirschKen & Carol HochmanLee & Karen HorowitzWilliam & Donna HortonMichael & Jane HorvitzThe John Huntington Benevolent FundRobert & Susan HurwitzAri & Talia HymanDavid & Barb IsaacsErnest IsenstadtGeorge & Suzanne IsgriggAlice Kimmelman JamesBetty JenningsJewish Federation of ClevelandDarrell & Barbara KabackHarold & Ann KanthorJeff & Meryl KaplanMaxine KarnsDrew & Desiree KateMarsha Kay & Sara KayDon & Betsey Kenyon & Andrew KopfKeyBankSam & Sally KinneyMary Jane KlarichLeslie Klein RosenStuart & Terri KlineRobert KopsakSanford KutashScott & Susan LaffertyDennis & Susan LiebermanSuzanne Lipps
Donations to Montefiore and The Weils enhance the lives of our residents, families, staff, volunteers and the community. This list reflects donations we have received from May 1, 2019 to July 30, 2019*
To make a donation, please visit us at montefiorecare.org or call The Montefiore Foundation at 216.910.2350.
*We apologize for any errors or omissions
Thank You to all our Generous Donors!
Recently Montefiore and The Weils purchased iN2L (It’s Never 2 Late) digital TVs for both of its campuses. The iN2L is a person-centered digital engagement system that allows residents to experience the full benefits of access to advanced, educational and interactive technology. Using the iN2L technology allows our residents to enjoy mind-stimulating activities regardless of their physical and cognitive abilities.
This large TV screen is a picture-based, touch-screen interface which makes it easy
to use and accessible for all residents. Residents have gotten the opportunity to experience some of the more than 3000 engaging applications it provides including music therapy, games and puzzles, personalized photo albums and so much more. Residents enjoy traveling to their favorite museum and cities and seeing their favorite recipes come to life, they play trivia, visit the zoo, watch old TV shows, movies and sporting events and interact with Bingo and Family Feud games - just to name a few!
Our sincere thanks to our
iN2l Gives residents New Opportunities to Have Fun with technology!many Shining Star CLE donors for making it possible to purchase these groundbreaking, person-centered digital televisions – we couldn’t have done it without you!
If you are interested in supporting our efforts to provide top of the line care, be sure to check the front cover and page 3 of this newsletter.
We hope to see you at the Shining Star CLE 2019
Finals Performance & Competition on Sunday, September 22, as we continue to build a better future for our community.
Activity coordinator Kenya Johnson leads a tour of France using iN2L technology!
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SERVING COMFORT FOOD THROUGH YOUR SUppORT!As I write this message, I am struck by how quickly the summer has
flown by. My kids are back at school already, the air will begin to cool and the high holidays will be here. Although I know daily schedules get busier and calendars fill up with activities and commitments, the holidays are most importantly a time for reflection, family and comfort. Yes, comfort. More specifically, comfort food.
At Montefiore we do all we can to create a meaningful, warm and comforting high holiday season. As with all Jewish events, it starts with the food. We serve several holiday meals planned with all the traditional items, chicken soup, brisket, challah and of course, apples and honey. We know that our residents long for the sense of being cared for and nurtured with all their favorite comfort foods. We want nothing more than to create the feeling that the holidays are filled with the love and goodness that each of our residents grew up with and created in their own homes.
You, our generous donors, are serving “comfort food” each and every year as you continue to support The Montefiore Foundation. You are creating the atmosphere, stirring the soup and lighting the holiday candles that brighten the holidays for the folks who are here and celebrating with us. Each gift helps us bring warmth and joy into our home.
Wishing each of you and your families a year filled with love, happiness, good health and delicious family dinners!
Message from Debbie Rothschild Director of The Montefiore Foundation
Montefiore offersnew memorial program to
remember loved ones
Montefiore is offering a new program to family members of recently deceased Jewish residents, Montefiore’s Memorial Program. To help elevate the neshama (soul) of the departed, linking them to the living, Kaddish (“Mourner’s Prayer”) will be recited for your loved one daily for 11 months, after which it will be recited annually on the Yahrzeit (anniversary of passing) and during Yizkor. A yearly reminder of the upcoming Yahrzeit will be mailed accordingly.
The Kaddish is a deeply meaningful prayer that expresses and reflects the values of the Jewish people. Mourners are obligated to recite the Mourner’s Kaddish during the three daily prayer services. This continues for the first eleven months. Kaddish is then said on each Yahrzeit.
The Kaddish is in essence a prayer
of praise for G-d. The title “Kaddish” is translated as “holy” and its recitation brings holiness to G-d’s name and to all those who respond “Amen” while it is being recited.
Although many of us wish to say Kaddish for our loved ones, we may find it too difficult, time consuming or not possible to say it accordingly. But because the Jewish people are one people with one soul, when needed, one Jew may say Kaddish on behalf of another. A suggested donation to Montefiore would be appreciated, and we will make it our mission to help you fulfill this mitzvah, while still sanctifying your loved one’s soul.
For more information, please contact Rabbi Akiva Feinstein at 216.910.2794 or [email protected].
Donations to Montefiore are welcome.
because of You!Because of you…and your support, we are
overjoyed to announce that once again we topped our goal for the 2019 Annual Sustaining Campaign! We raised more than $500,000 to provide quality and loving care to our residents. With high expectations ahead for the 2020 Annual Campaign, we hope we can count on you again to help us and our fundraising efforts, including joining us at our 6th Annual Home Run held on Sunday, May 3, 2020 at Ursuline College.
The essential services we provide each day, give families and friends peace of mind knowing a loved one is in caring, capable hands. Each year, the generosity of our donors enables us to continue our longstanding commitment to caring. The uncertainty ahead with Medicaid, along with the already sizable gap between reimbursements and the cost of continuing to provide the outstanding care makes your support even more valuable.
Please help us ensure each resident receives the best care, services and programming, regardless of ability to pay, and consider supporting our 2020 Annual Campaign.
For more information please contact Renee Greller at [email protected] or 216.910.2652 or Denise Pease at [email protected] or 216.910.2350 in the Foundation department. Visit montefiorecare.org/foundation to make your gift today! Thank you!
super sunday 2020!Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019 • 9 am – 7 pm
Join Montefiore for Super Sunday as we volunteer to make calls in support of Jewish Federation of Cleveland’s 2020 Campaign for Jewish Needs. This annual fundraising campaign ensures our community’s vitality and vibrancy in the year ahead. After you are done volunteering, we hope we will see you at Shining Star CLE 2019!
Jewish Federation of Cleveland Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Building
25701 Science Park Drive, Beachwood
To become a volunteer or for more information, contact Trifene Thomas, executive assistant at 216.910.2658 or [email protected].
Stay Tuned…As of the printing of this newsletter, we have not yet finalized our agreement with Beachwood Place Mall to manage and staff a giftwrapping station during the holidays. We will post information on our website and Facebook as we learn more. Feel free to contact Diane Weiner at 216.910.2741 for more information.
Tuesdays, November 12 -December 17, 2019 • Montefiore5:30 – 7 pm • 3rd Floor boardroomMiriam Katz, MSSA, LISW-S, will facilitate the group.
For more information or to register, contact Miriam Katz at 216.910.2796 or at [email protected].
Journey Through We InvITe you To ATTend
GriefA Six-Week bereavement Support Group
This non-denominational education and support group is sponsored by Vinney Hospice of Montefiore, The Edith and Alvin O. Schreibman Bereavement Support Group Fund of The Montefiore Foundation withassistance from Berkowitz-Kumin-Bookatz.
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Around the Home
Congrats to the Montefiore Volunteer Partners who raised nearly $6200 from a “Calendar Raffle” where they sold raffle tickets for every day in July! Amazing prizes were awarded to raffle prize winners!
Helping to draw a winning name is Montefiore Resident Council President Ronna Leubitz with Diane Weiner and volunteers Doris Ruthrauff and Linda Grossman. Many thanks to our entire hard-working team who worked tirelessly to procure fabulous prizes and gifts and sold raffle tickets!
Kudos to Calendar raffle team!
Makenah Farrington offers a relaxing massage to Phyllis Grady.
Having a Great Time Scooping and Serving Ice Cream at the MVP
Ice Cream Social! Luke Jennings-
Sanders, Zach Zelman and Aambar Agarwal
serve sorbet with a smile!
Employees from Ethicon, a division of Johnson & Johnson spend time with residents making jewelry and participating in a scavenger hunt around the building.
Boarding the bus for the Goodtime III outing.
A Musical CelebrationFeaturing Shining Star CLe 2019 Finalists!Sunday, November 10 · 2:30 pm · Montefiore’s Maltz Auditorium
Hear vocalists like you’ve never heard before from Northeast Ohio’s top high school talent! Enjoy a taste from The Finals Competition & Performance of
this high energy event! Delicious refreshments will be served.
All Are invited to this free, fun And festive Afternoon!
For more information, please contact Susan Lieberman at 216.910.2647 or [email protected]
Program will be recorded and aired on Spectrum News 1. To register, contact Susan Lieberman,
From The Weils, Administrator Ari Hyman and Laura Owen, life enrichment coordinator for The Robinson Residence and from Montefiore, Lisa Penn, LPN, Seth Vilensky and Amanda Pukys, dietitian technician registered. Not pictured from The Weils is Danielle Kyle, RN, Rehab Pavilion.
Sheryl Harris, Director, Cuyahoga County’s Dept. of Consumer AffairsJon Steiger, Regional Director, East Central Region of the FTC
Sue McConnell, President, Cleveland BBBSpectrum News 1 OH Anchor, Moderator
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For more information, contact Josie Love, Life Enrichment Managerat 216.910.2590 or [email protected].
*All programs subject to change
MONDAYSMusic Morning with Cantor Paller10:30 am UnitsBingo 2:15 pmChapel..........................................................
TUESDAYSReiki 10:30 am – 12:30 pmUnits
Bible Study with Rabbi Feinstein 10:30 amUnits
SATURDAYSShabbat Services10:30 amMaltz Chapel
Fairmount Temple Mitzvah Corp2:30 pmFirst Saturday of each monthMaltz Auditorium..........................................................
SUNDAYS Christian Worship Services 2:30 pmEvery second and fourth SundayMaltz B and C
W e e k l y R e s i d e n t e v e n t s A R o u n d t h e h o m eWEDNESDAYSSing-A-Long 10:30 amMaltz Auditorium
Torah Study with Rabbi Stoll 1:30 pmArts & Crafts Room
Monthly Resident Birthday Party with Joel Scigliano2:30 pm Sept 4 • Oct 2Nov 6 • Dec 4 Maltz Auditorium
Bingo4:15 pmMaltz AuditoriumSecond and fourth Wednesdays of the month
FRIDAYSCliff Meister Entertains3:45 pmUnits
Festive Oneg Shabbat ProgramRabbi Akiva Feinstein and Cantor Gary Paller3:30 pm Maltz Chapel
THURSDAYSMusic Therapy with Marilou 2 pm First Thursday: Mandel 3 LoungeSecond Thursday: Myers 2 Lounge
Resident Council2:30 pmLast Thursday of every month Arts & Crafts Room
Food Committee 3 pm Last Thursday of every monthArts & Crafts Room
hAppenings AT mONTEFiORE
september 2019 Highlight events
Saturday Entertainment2:30 pm / Maltz Auditorium • Sept 14 Joel Scigliano• Sept 21 MVP Ice Cream Social
with Sam Fosh• Sept 28 MVP Ice Cream Social
with DJ Phillip Jackson..........................................................Sunday Entertainment2:30 pm / Maltz Auditorium • Sept 8 Fred Barringer• Sept 22 Shawn Fink &
Valentina Robbins
October 2019 Highlight events
Saturday, October 12MVP Fall Jewish Holiday PartyFeaturing Bert Stratton and Alan Douglass of The Yiddishe Cup Band2:30 pm / Maltz Auditorium .......................................................
Saturday Entertainment2:30 pm / Maltz Auditorium • Oct 19 MVP Ice Cream Social
with Sam Fosh• Oct 26 Smokey Banjo Band...........................................................
Sunday Entertainment2:30 pm / Maltz Auditorium • Oct 6 Bill Newman• Oct 27 Dennis Ford
November 2019 Highlight events
Sunday, November 10Shining Star CLE Finalists Perform!2:30 pm / Maltz Auditorium
Monday, November 11Veterans Day Remembrance2:30 pm.......................................................
Saturday Entertainment2:30 pm / Maltz Auditorium • Nov 9 Greg Piscura• Nov 16 MVP Ice Cream Social
with Sam Fosh• Nov 23 MVP Ice Cream
Social with Valentina Robbins
• Nov 30 Phillip Jackson.......................................................
Sunday Entertainment2:30 pm / Maltz Auditorium • Nov 3 Bill Newman• Nov 17 Peter Tavens• Nov 24 Dennis Ford
December 2019 Highlight events
Monday, December 2The Cleveland Women’s Orchestra7:30 pm.......................................................
Saturday Entertainment2:30 pm / Maltz Auditorium • Dec 14 Valentina Robbins• Dec 21 MVP Ice Cream Social
with Sam Fosh • Dec 28 MVP Holiday Party .......................................................
Sunday Entertainment2:30 pm / Maltz Auditorium • Dec 8 Fred Barringer• Dec 29 Bill Newman
see page 7 for Jewish Holiday information.
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Caregiver Education and Support GroupMONTEFIORE pRESENTS A MONTHLY, COMMUNITY-WIDE pROGRAM
FALL/EARLY WINTER DATES: TUESDAYS, 5-6 pM
September 10, October 1, November 5, December 10 & January 7, 2020 at Montefiore
Feeling burnt out from caregiver stress or alone in your journey with no one to lean on? Do you have questions about what is coming next and how to deal with it? We’re here for you!
Come to Montefiore’s monthly Caregiver Education and Support Group to receive tips on how to cope and how to receive support as a caregiver.
To RSVP or for more information, please contact Kristen Morelli, director, memory care and resident life, at 216.910.2323 or email [email protected].
presented by Dementia Expert
Dr. Lori Stevic-RustABPP, Clinical Health Psychologist and dementia program advisor for Montefiore and The Weils
