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Ethical wills
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New Torah
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A phenomenal foundation for quality
Left: Hamida Jecty, LPN, checks out the skeleton in
the learning center as Nnamdi Nwosu, LPN, looks
on. “For me, the training is a good thing,” Hamida
says. Montgomery College also uses the learning
center as a classroom for college students.
Happy
Grandparents
Day
September 10, 2006
“Have you met Seemore Butt?”
asks Barbara Ryan, one of the
nursing educators at the Hebrew
Home. Mr. Butt is a model, quite realistic,
of a lower torso. Since he’s plastic, he’s not
actually suffering from his pressure sores,
and he’s not embarrassed as nurses perfect
their skills in prevention and treatment
techniques.
“Education is the foundation for quality
of care and for quality of life,” says Jeanne
Janosko, vice president for clinical development.
She is speaking about the nurse
training programs at the Hebrew Home
of Greater Washington: an intensive
Nurse educator Barbara Ryan, RN, MN, and
Emmanuel Nwanko, LPN, listen to breath sounds
on a dual stethoscope in the well-equipped learning
center. A remote control generates the breath sounds
in the mannequin.
four-day orientation for new licensed
nurses; training to instill knowledge, communication
skills and confidence for new
nurses aides; plus continuing education
for all nursing staff, taught by two clinical
—Continued on page 3
Grandparents Day originated
with a West Virginia housewife,
Marian McQuade, who wanted to draw
compassionate attention to the eldest of
society’s elderly -- those in nursing
homes. She also hoped to strengthen the
bond between grandparents and grandchildren,
and persuade grandchildren to
tap into the wisdom and heritage their
grandparents could provide.
In 1978, President Jimmy Carter proclaimed
that National Grandparents Day
would be celebrated every year on the
first Sunday after Labor Day. This year,
it is September 10.
To mark Grandparents Day, a large,
oversized greeting card will be displayed
in each residence, signed by hundreds of
visitors and community members. To add
your name to a card, simply visit
www.hebrew-home.org, and tell us how
you would like your name signed. ■
HEBREW HOME OF GREATER WASHINGTON • SMITH-KOGOD & WASSERMAN RESIDENCES • LANDOW HOUSE
RING HOUSE • REVITZ HOUSE • HIRSH HEALTH CENTER • RESEARCH INSTITUTE ON AGING

Generation to Generation
When a loved one refuses help for depression
Suppose someone close to you exhibits symptoms that suggest
they may be suffering from clinical depression. You urge them to seek
professional help, but they refuse. Why? Is there anything you can do?
For far too many people, it is frightening — even humiliating — to admit the
presence of debilitating emotional problems. There are a host of reasons for this, from
the stigma our society attaches to mental illness to the irrational self-perception of
personal weakness.
The Social Stigma of Mental Illness
Movies that portray mentally ill people as crazy, strange, non-functional, or violent
may benefit box office profits, but they do a disservice to individuals suffering from
some variety of mental illness in real life. Newspapers that sensationalize the psychiatric
history of prominent people, comedians who turn emotional disorders into comic
vehicles, and neighbors or co-workers who make derogatory remarks, either in jest or
seriously, about “shrinks” and their patients, all combine forces to perpetuate negative
stereotypes.
At the very least, this insensitivity is disrespectful, hurtful and insulting to everyone
who has ever been diagnosed with mental illness; it creates a barrier of shame
that inhibits willingness to seek necessary treatment.
The Weakness Theory is False
According to author and psychologist Vijai P. Sharma, Ph.D., 70 percent of the population
construes mental illness as a form of personal weakness. “The thought is,” says
Sharma, “if you allow yourself to be gripped by a mental illness, you are a weak-kneed
person.” To set the record straight, Dr. Sharma points out that “mental illness is an illness
like any other. It has nothing to do with personal weakness, and it is no one’s
‘fault.’”
How to Approach Resistance to Therapy
Dr. Damien Doyle, a Maryland physician with a special interest
in geropsychiatry, advises families to begin with the modest step of
involving a trusted general practitioner trained in geriatrics who
can speak to a senior about their illness couched in language that
steers clear of labels. Dr. Doyle, medical director for outpatient
services at the Hirsh Health Center on the Charles E. Smith Life
Communities campus, suggests that you present and compare the
treatment of symptoms with treatment of any other common
ailment, such as diabetes, that responds to medication, diet and
exercise. “Speak in gentle tones; exhibit love, compassion and
understanding. . .and be patient,” recommends Dr. Doyle. ■
Dr. Damien Doyle
“If you seek help from a mental health professional,
it doesn’t mean you’re a wimp.
On the contrary, it is a sign of strength.”
— Vijai P. Sharma, Ph.D.
Perspectives
Dr. Damien J. Doyle, medical director of the Hirsh
Health Center, emphasizes that depression is one
of the most unrecognized and under-treated problems
in later life — the symptoms are complex and
varied and the impact on health is tremendous.
According to Dr. Doyle, “while modern medicine
cannot change many of the underlying reasons
for the depression (loss of family and friends,
decline in overall health, unhappiness with aging
in general), we can help our patients cope better
with their individual situation.”
The National Institute of Mental Health
defines clinical depression according to a range
of symptoms that vary in number and severity
with each individual:
• Persistent sad, anxious, or “empty” mood
• Feelings of hopelessness, pessimism
• Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, helplessness
• Loss of interest or pleasure in hobbies and
activities
• Decreased energy, fatigue, being “slowed down”
• Difficulty concentrating, remembering, making
decisions
• Insomnia, early-morning awakening, or oversleeping
• Appetite and/or weight loss, or overeating and
weight gain
• Thoughts of death or suicide; suicide attempts
• Restlessness, irritability
• Persistent physical symptoms that do not
respond to treatment, e.g., headaches, digestive
disorders, and chronic pain
Families and friends should be alert to these
symptoms: the risk of suicide among our elderly
whose depression goes untreated should not be
taken lightly. While they number only 13 percent
of the population, seniors represent 18 percent of
suicides nationwide.
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A phenomenal foundation for quality continued from page 1
educators, both with masters degrees.
Mr. Butt has lots of company in the
Home’s Learning Center, a well-equipped
classroom in the Wasserman
Residence. There are other models
for managing colostomy care,
listening to breath sounds and
practicing CPR, managing feeding
tubes, and administering IVs.
There are patient lifts and computercontrolled
equipment such as
specialized air mattresses. Three
bed set-ups with privacy curtains
mirror resident accommodations.
The audio-visual equipment is
state-of-the-art.
Barbara and Allan Hurwitz and
Brenda and Sandy Guritzky readily agreed
to apply funds from the George and Tess
Hurwitz Endowment Fund to make this
outstanding clinical learning center a
reality. The Stempler Family Foundation
provided funds for the equipment. “The
Almost a century ago, a humble yet profound movement took hold in Northwest Washington. A Hebrew Home for the Aged
opened, providing a compassionate and loving place for older adults in our community. The Home grew and, in 1969, moved
to Rockville, Maryland, adding new residences and services for independent
living, assisted living, and rehabilitation.
Today, in honor of the visionary leadership of the late Charles E.
Smith and the generosity of the Charles E. Smith Family Foundation, we
announce that the Hebrew Home of Greater Washington, Landow House,
Ring House, Revitz House, Hirsh Health Center, and Research Institute will
be known collectively as the Charles E. Smith Life Communities.
♦
96 years of caring,wisdom and
experience has a brand new name.
Introducing the Charles E. Smith Life Communities.
♦
generous support of donors and our robust
commitment to training are unique aspects
of care at the Home,” said Warren R.
Slavin, president/CEO.
Licensed nurses new
to the Hebrew Home
take Barbara Ryan’s fourday
class before they
begin their assignments.
Barbara teaches these
nurse managers and
charge nurses about
their role in communicating
with families,
physicians and nursing
assistants. On the Center’s six computers,
nurses learn how to place orders and
retrieve reports for lab work. They
practice on the monitor to measure blood
sugar levels, review infection control
management, and complete a “head- to-toe”
assessment.
They learn what is expected in wound,
“Education is
the foundation
for quality of
care and for
quality of life”
While our individual facilities and services will all retain their original names, the new Charles E. Smith Life Communities reflect a
promise and commitment to our existing residents, as well as to those who will one day live here: the same level of uncompromising care that
has always defined us will continue, unchanged, into the future. For more information, call 301.770.8448 or visit smithlifecommunities.org.
pain and falls management, and in establishing
good communication between
shifts. When they head upstairs to their
nursing units, they are monitored by one
of six trained preceptors.
GNAs, or geriatric nursing assistants,
take their training from clinical instructor
Carol Shapiro, RN, MSN, ANP. “I stress
how they are so close to the residents,
almost a part of their family, they are able
to recognize subtle day-to-day changes.
I teach our aides to understand which
changes are important and need to be
communicated to the charge nurse,
physician or dietitian.”
The goal is to create GNAs who truly
think about their role, understand why
things are being done, and are confident
and accountable, to enhance the dignity
and respect for each individual.
Montgomery College also uses the wellequipped
classroom for students training
to be certified as nursing assistants and
medicine aides and for other college-level
courses. Tuition reimbursements are
available for Hebrew Home staff who are
accepted into these classes. ■
Has your IRA grown?
Has your IRA benefited from years of
growth? Do you have more IRA income
than you need? Consider this new, easy
way to make a gift to the Hebrew Home:
If you are over age 70 1/2, you may
donate any amount up to $100,000 of your
IRA annually. It's very easy to make the
gift by directing your custodian to transfer
a portion of your regular distribution
directly to the Hebrew Home. The best
part is that your IRA gift is made tax-free.
Learn more about giving to the
Hebrew Home through your IRA by visiting
www.hebrew-home.org or calling Pam
Spears at 301.770.8342. ■
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Research Institute
Hebrew Home
News from
The Research Institute on
Aging recently published an
important study in Behavioral
Medicine. The study, conducted
by Dr. Jiska Cohen-Mansfield
and Dr. Steve Lipson, is “To
Hospitalize or Not to Hospitalize?
That is the Question: an Analysis
of Decision Making in the
Nursing Home.”
The authors examined factors
that influence physicians'
decisions regarding hospitalization
of nursing home residents.
For their study, six physicians
and one nurse practitioner
completed questionnaires that
analyzed hospital decisions for
52 nursing home residents. The
questionnaire covered a range
of issues revolving around the
medical event precipitating a
decision, all the considerations
involved in determining treatment,
and the role of advance
directives.
Research revealed that residents
with fractures were most
readily hospitalized, while frailer
residents with breathing problems,
whose physicians considered
quality of life to be most
important, were less likely to be
hospitalized. Ultimately, hospitalized
residents received fewer
treatments than those who were
not hospitalized.
The results of this study
highlight the complexity of factors
affecting care decisions in
a nursing home and suggest a
methodology that may assist in
evaluating those factors in
the future. ■
Creating Inspiration
Residents at the Hebrew Home
create Inspiration Boxes, decorated
containers filled with inspirational
sayings, which they can keep or give
as gifts. Artist Victoria Molina helps
Anne London of the Wasserman
Residence to select sentiments for
her Inspiration Box.
What’s cooking at the
Wasserman Residence?
A newly designed and equipped kitchen, the result
of a nearly $2 million project, has just reopened in
the Wasserman Residence. Cook Paul Smith says,
“We have the best equipment in Rockville. The new
ovens bake and broil at the same time -- a large
tray of chicken cooks perfectly in just 20 minutes.”
“This new kitchen improves food services to residents,
and has the capability to support the campus
in case of a community-wide emergency,” said
President/CEO Warren Slavin. The project, which
finished on time and under budget, received generous
contributions from both private and public
sectors, including Audrey and Marc Solomon and
family, the Samuel R. Dweck Family Foundation,
the George Wasserman Foundation (Mrs. Janice
W. Goldsten), Jack Kay, the George F. Jr. and
Myra Shaskan Foundation, and the Montgomery
County government.
Landow House
Landow House welcomes Sharon Stentz
as Director of Nursing. Sharon brings extensive
experience in healthcare to assisted living
services at Landow House.
Sharon earned her BSN from the
University of Delaware and MSN in Nursing
Administration from George Mason University.
She served as executive director for
the National Conference of Gerontological
Nurse Practitioners, as manager of career
development at Adventist HealthCare, and
in the U.S. Army. ■
Herbert Heyman with Sharon Stentz,
director of nursing at Landow House
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Ring House
“It’s not fair to discuss
Shakespeare without understanding
the historical context,” Anne
Coyle began. Her lectures draw
an increasing number of attendees
and spirited discussions, and
always include information about
what was going on culturally and
politically in Shakespeare’s time.
A retired Montgomery County
school teacher, Coyle’s interest in
teaching Shakespeare began in
1980, when she attended a Folger
Shakespeare Library workshop. Now,
she lectures to seniors at Ring House
and Revitz House, donning a series of
costume hats to accentuate quotes and readings.
“I love it! She’s very dramatic; I like the way she teaches,” says Ring resident
Caroline Wood. Janet Stern especially enjoys learning about the customs and language
of the time. “The most interesting piece is how his language has affected our use of
English today,” Ruth Bernards added.
Coyle left a DVD of “The Merchant of Venice” for the group to watch before their
next discussion. Future classes will cover famous speeches from Hamlet, the history of
theater, and a field trip in October to the Folger Theater to see A Midsummer Night’s
Dream.
“Initially, actors were gypsies, traveling the countryside in carts,” Coyle noted.
“We’ll talk about how the theater developed from there.”
The Shakespeare series is made possible by the Guardian Fund for Excellence
"To Life" Leisure program. ■
Revitz House
"Aloha!” Revitz residents celebrated
the end of summer with a Hawaiian Luau,
complete with Hawaiian dancers and the
best kosher Hawaiian dinner in Rockville.
Residents had hula lessons the Friday
before, so they would know every step for
the big day.
“We left the torches unlit; we did not
want any fires in our little grass shack,”
laughed Sandi Bragin, activities staff.
“And Don Ho sent his best; he could not
make it, but we had a ball.” ■
From left, Shanna Dell, who is an avid fan of
Shakespeare, joins her grandmother Lillian Dell for
Anne Coyle’s Shakespeare lecture at Ring House.
Sylvia Spector and Michael Roshwalb enjoy
pina coladas at Revitz House
Hirsh Health Center
The Harold and Jane Hirsh Health
Center is a medical practice that specializes
in primary geriatric care. Located
on the Terrace level of Ring House, the
Hirsh Health Center offers easy access to
physicians and therapy services to those
living in the surrounding community, as
well as to residents living in Ring House,
Revitz House and Landow House.
Tips for new patients:
• Call us at 301.816.5004 to schedule
your initial appointment, Monday
through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m..
• Ideally, your medical records should
arrive in time for your first visit, so ask
your current physician to have your
records transferred to Hirsh Health
Center.
• Arrive about 15 minutes before your
first appointment to complete paperwork.
• Bring all medications with you for our
nurse or physician to review.
• Come prepared for a lengthy first
appointment, with possible blood work
and/or EKG and time for a detailed
history.
• We encourage family members to
accompany patients to visits and to
participate in the care process.
Office visits are by appointment,
Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30
p.m. The center accepts Medicare and
most major insurance plans.
Since we are not an urgent care center,
patients being followed by other
physicians cannot be seen on an emergency
basis. If you are not an established
patient at Hirsh Health Center,
please contact your personal physician
in the event of a medical emergency. ■
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LifeLines
Dear Mr. Slavin,
I am the daughter of Robert Bialek,
who was a resident of the Hebrew Home
for the last seven years. I am writing on
behalf of my entire family to thank you
and your amazing staff for the excellent
care he received. Dad lived on 4 West,
beginning in the fall of 1999. During
that time, the loving care and attention
to detail with regard to his care was
incredible. We wanted to be sure you
knew how we felt.
We would like to especially acknowledge
with gratitude his particular caregivers,
each of whom made a difference
in his life: Laurie Goldman, Karol Buie,
Rabbiatu, Iwunzie, Lois the hairdresser –
even the meal staff who delivered his
meals and always talked to Dad. They
are all outstanding, and the pride they
take in their work is evident and
extremely heartening.
We were touched at the reaction to
his passing. The staff . . . seemed
genuinely saddened by his loss. During
visits, it was evident that he had a special
place on that floor.
There were so many people who
made him feel special and cared for. We
know this made his stay at the Hebrew
Home as good as it could be considering
he was living in a nursing home. It certainly
exceeded our expectations of what
his life would be like and gave us all
great comfort.
So thank you for maintaining such a
quality facility with such outstanding
staff. You all touch so many lives in
such a priceless way. Please know this
grateful family will never forget.
With sincere thanks,
Debi Bialek Klein,
for the entire Bialek family ■
The Ethical Will Project:
Passing wisdom from one
generation to another
“Knowledge comes, but wisdom lingers,”
declared British poet Alfred Lord Tennyson. For
the 12 volunteers of the Ethical Will Project at the
Charles E. Smith Life Communities, wisdom is
easy to come by.
Each volunteer is transcribing the ethical will
of a resident at the Hebrew Home and, in the
process, gaining a new perspective on life. These
compilations of life-defining moments, insights,
beliefs and advice are ultimately intended for the
residents to share with their next of kin.
Ethical wills date back 3000 years and are
described in the Torah. Ethical wills, which are
not legal documents, share personal values, forgiveness and advice.
Heather Allentuck, a volunteer,
helped two residents in the
Wasserman Residence to draft
Ethical Wills, to share their values
and wisdom with their heirs.
Hedy Peyser, Director of Volunteers, and Joshua Stanton, a junior at Amherst
College, have been at work on the Ethical Will Project since early March.
Stanton, a history major, had initially proposed an oral history project, but
Peyser, with decades of experience with both volunteers and residents, steered the
program in a new direction. Instead of simply asking about the senior citizens’
lives, why not go a step farther and ask them about what they have learned from
their experiences? Stanton agreed.
Peyser put together a team of talented high school and college volunteers,
while Stanton worked to obtain a grant from Amherst College. Both then collaborated
on the questionnaire for the residents, as well as a comprehensive training program
that enabled volunteers to successfully interview residents, even about sensitive
topics such as unfulfilled dreams, regrets, and the death of loved ones.
Peyser commented, “Josh is a charming and brilliant young man, and a great
team player.” It seems that their joint leadership is emblematic of the Ethical Will
Project’s main precept: people of different generations can accomplish a great deal
when they work together towards a common goal.
So what’s next for the Ethical Will Project? Peyser and Stanton are currently
analyzing the ethical wills, looking for trends, demographic and gender differences,
and comparing the ethical wills written by residents with those written by the students.
They hope to pioneer a research project.
Peyser and Stanton also prepared an August 24 celebration for the residents
who participated in the Ethical Will Project, along with their families and closest
friends. At the gathering, the seniors had the chance to present a nicely bound
copy of their ethical will to their loved ones.
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EventMakers
2006 Guardian Campaign aims to
add quality to life
“Quality of Life” – something we all seek -- and with the support
of the annual Guardian Campaign, something we can provide.
Seniors and their families count on the Hebrew Home of
Greater Washington for the highest quality of medical care and
life-enriching services to residents on our campus.
The Guardian Campaign makes it possible for us to offer
enriching programs such as Vacation Club, Theatre Troupe,
Concert Series and Restaurant Night, and also enhances clinical
care with our Palliative Care program and Russian Unit.
Guardian Campaign Co-Chairs Eric West and Steven A. Widdes
and their committee of dedicated volunteers are committed to
raising $950,000 for this year’s campaign to ensure that our
nationally recognized services and programs will continue.
As a thank you for gifts of $400 or more to the Guardian
Campaign, donors will receive two tickets to the Women’s
Auxiliary Starlight Ball on Saturday, December 9, 2006 at the
Ritz Carlton in Washington, DC. Guests will enjoy dinner,
dancing and Vegas style entertainment.
To make a gift to the Guardian
Campaign, go to www.hebrew-home.org
or call 301.770.8329.
Mentalist Marc Salem will entertain guests at the
2006 President’s Circle Dinner, at the home of
Deena and Jerry Kaplan on November 14.
President’s Circle Dinner:
an evening of art and wonder
Deena and Jerry Kaplan will host a wonderful dinner and an
inside look at their extensive art collection, which includes 20th
century American Realist paintings and a diverse collection of
craft art, for this year’s President’s Circle Dinner on Tuesday,
November 14.
World-renowned mentalist Marc Salem will take guests on
a captivating excursion through a series of entertaining and
mystifying mind games.
This event is a special thank you for Benefactor and
President’s Circle donors to the Guardian Campaign and to
Major Gift donors.
For information about this event, please contact Lisa
Friedman at 301.770.8328 or friedman@hebrew-home.org. ■
The 2006 Home Run is chaired by Harvey Goodman, president of
Goodman-Gable-Gould Adjusters International.
Women’s Auxiliary Events
Fall will be a busy season for the Women’s Auxiliary of the
Hebrew Home, and you are welcome to join us at these events:
September 14 – Fall fashion show, champagne brunch and
tips on what’s chic, at Front Row at Neiman Marcus, Mazza
Gallerie, 11:30 a.m. Event Chair: Debbie Schick. $18 per person.
November 9 – Boutique Reception at Lakewood Country
Club, 7 p.m. Andee Forster and Sue Gordon chair this annual
membership event that brings together new and current
members of the Women’s Auxiliary. Enjoy a “Ladies Night Out,”
shop our boutique, and visit with friends. Free to life members;
$55 annual dues for others.
December 9 – The 53rd annual Starlight Ball to benefit the
Hebrew Home will be held at the Ritz Carlton, Washington, DC.
Join Co-Chairs Julie Beiser, Marla Caplan and Jodi Glou and
Women's Auxiliary President Valerie Lederberg for a glittering
night in Las Vegas. Showgirls, a Vegas style show, dinner, dancing.
These special events are open to everyone. For more information
or to RSVP, visit www.hebrew-home.org or call 301.770.8329. ■
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HEBREW HOME OF GREATER WASHINGTON
SMITH-KOGOD & WASSERMAN RESIDENCES
6121 Montrose Road • Rockville, MD 20852-4856
NON-PROFIT
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Rockville, MD
20850
Scribe Menachem Youlus and Mildred Cohen of the
Smith-Kogod Residence celebrate the completion of
another letter in the sacred scroll. The new lightweight
Torah, made possible by a gift from the Helyn and
Louis Fanaroff Charitable Foundation, will be dedicated
Sunday, October 29, after a joyous procession throughout
the Charles E. Smith Life Communities. Residents
and families will welcome the Torah at 11 a.m. at
Landow House, at 11:30 a.m. at Ring House and noon
at the Smith-Kogod Residence. Guests are welcome to
join the festivities at 1:15 p.m., as a procession forms
at Revitz House to escort the Torah to the Wasserman
Residence, where formal dedication ceremonies will
take place at 2 p.m.
How to
Reach Us
■ Hebrew Home
301.770.8476
www.hebrew-home.org
■ Hirsh Health Center
301.816.5004
■ Landow House
301.816.5060
www.landowhouse.org
■ Revitz House
301.881.7400
www.revitzhouse.org
■ Ring House
301.816.5012
www.ringhouse.org
■ Volunteer Programs
301.770.8333
www.smithlifecommunities.org
LifeTimes is published quarterly by the Hebrew Home of Greater
Washington, Inc. The Hebrew Home is registered in Maryland as
a charitable organization. Documents and information filed under
the Maryland Charitable Solicitation Act may be obtained from
the Maryland Secretary of State, 410.974.5534. We are an equal
opportunity employer and we provide access to community
programs without regard to race, age, national origin, familial
status, religion, sex or disability. Our services and programs are
open to all in the community.
Arthur J. Dykes, Chairman
Warren R. Slavin, President/CEO
Marilyn Feldman, Editor
Nicholas Simmonds, Vice President,
Development and Public Affairs
© 2006 by The Hebrew Home of Greater Washington
6121 Montrose Road, Rockville, MD 20852-4856
301.881.0300
Support the Hebrew Home through your gift to United Way/CFC. ■✓Check 8111.
CampusCalendar
Special Events
Every Monday
Lunch and Learn, lively discussions at Ring House, 12:30 – 1:30,
with Rabbi Samuel Scolnic, Rabbi Emeritus of Beth El. Enjoy
lunch at the Ring House snack bar prior to the program.
Parking available across the street at Panera.
10 September
Grandparents Day. To sign our jumbo greeting card, visit
www.hebrew-home.org
12 September
Golf Outing, at Four Streams. RSVP for this event at
www.hebrew-home.org
14 September
Fashion Show at Neiman Marcus, 11:30 a.m. Sign up at
www.hebrew-home.org
22 October
Home Run, 10k, 5k and Fun Run.
RSVP for this event at www.hebrew-home.org
29 October
Torah Dedication. See photo caption above.
14 November
President’s Circle Dinner. See page 7.
9 December
Women’s Auxiliary Starlight Ball, Ritz-Carlton, Washington.
Reserve at www.hebrew-home.org
Free Discussions on
Financial Planning
Join us for informal roundtable discussions on
topics related to estate planning and wealth
management. Vice President and Certified
Financial Planner Philip W.S. Fish of Sandy
Spring Bank facilitates these popular discussions,
7:30 p.m. in the Ring House meeting
room. Upcoming topics:
Thursday, September 14: 28 Days to
Financial Health
Thursday, October 19: Wills and Financial
Powers of Attorney
Thursday, November 16: Nuts and Bolts of
Mutual Funds
Admission is free. Reservations are required.
Call 1.800.399.5919 ext. 6795, or register
online at www.hebrew-home.org
Family and Caregivers
Support Group
This support group is open to caregivers in
the community as well as Charles E. Smith
Life Communities families; second and
fourth Fridays of each month, 1 – 2 p.m.
in the Smith-Kogod Residence. Contact
Laurie Goldman, 301.770.8490.
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