25th Anniversary Journal - Menorah Manor

Menorah Manor FoundationI will start by explaining why you are here this evening. We are here tocelebrate the outstanding accomplishments and to honor the visionaries of 1985.Twenty-five years ago, the need was recognized for distinguished eldercare. With the help of you, and/or your Mishpacha, the newly formed board,and the community at large, Menorah Manor was born. The Founding Boardof governors worked tirelessly, believing in their mission and the fact it could beaccomplished.I had the honor of being elected president of the Menorah Manor Foundationin 2001. The necessity for an additional facility to help fulfill the requirementsof the growing elder population became apparent. All were called to help. Themoney was raised and we now have the Toby Weinman Assisted Living Residence.The need was recognized for a north county assisted living campus. Again,as chair of the Menorah Manor Foundation Board, the job was apparent. The money is being raised, thefinancing is finalized, and we are moving forward to completion of the “Inn on the Pond.”Without the above mentioned new project, we are continuing to serve thousands of residents, daycareattendees, and rehab patients; along with the steady research and updating of our existing facilities. Oneday, if you are a bit down (stock market or whatever may be), take a stroll through these areas, I guaranteeyou will have a smile on your face and that real warm feeling in your heart.The outstanding staff with the expert leadership is second to none. My deepest and most sinceregratitude goes to each and everyone for doing more than their job. Because of this dedication, our uniquepuzzle comes together very beautifully.The journey for me has been a very special 25 years. I have been involved from the planning stages tothe completion of each of these projects, because of not just the needs, but the people right beside me. Ilook forward to seeing the route the next generation will take. We give to you a very precious jewel, a finetuned machine. Please handle it with care. This is our family, yours, as well as mine.My very best wishes for a happy, healthy new year and I anxiously look forward to what lies ahead.Come with us on that journey!Have a wonderful evening! We have a lot to celebrate!DANCE... LIKE NO ONE IS WATCHINGPLAY... LIKE YOU ARE A CHILD AGAINLOVE... LIKE YOU HAVE NEVER BEEN HURTLIVE... LIKE EVERY DAY IS YOUR LASTAND OF COURSE...HAVE DESSERT FIRST,IF NOT NOW...WHEN?Thank you for your patience.Sharyn R. WittnerMenorah Manor Foundation ChairCelebration 2011 Chair15