Making the decision to write an ethical will can feel fulfilling, even empowering. However, sitting down and writing one can be truly challenging. The wonderful thing is that there is no right or wrong way to write an ethical will, and yours can be as simple or complex as you wish. (See accompanying article “What is…
Irwin Sheinbein is no stranger to community service. His family has been involved with the Phoenix Hebrew Academy since its inception in 1964, and Irwin has held positions on various boards, Federation committees, and has both raised funds and participated in the Bike-a-Thon for Yeshiva High School. There is another bike ride that he has…
Patty Vallance admits she is not one to “write a check” when it comes to community needs. Instead she jumps in with both feet to create “sustainable programs and things that are truly meaningful.” Even the business she currently runs, Family Friends Estate Sales, has a charitable giving component built into the business model. “Ten…
Veterans Day originated as “Armistice Day” on Nov. 11, 1919, the first anniversary of the end of World War I. Congress passed a resolution in 1926 for an annual observance, and Nov. 11 became a federal holiday beginning in 1938. In the aftermath of World War II and the Korean War, Armistice Day became legally…
Helping Hands for Freedom 777 E. Missouri Ave. #209, Phoenix 602-845-1390 • helpinghandsforfreedom.org Helping Hands for Freedom is a Phoenix based 501c3 supporting veteran and Gold Star families with emergency financial aid. Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Phoenix 12701 N. Scottsdale Road #202, Scottsdale 480-699-1717 • jcfphoenix.org Since 1972, the Jewish Community Foundation been helping people…
In the mid-1960s Libby and Bernie Weiner would escape the winter weather in Kankakee, a small town a few hours from Chicago where Bernie headed a successful insurance agency, to soak up the sunshine here in the Valley. When and why did the couple make the move permanent? Bernie recalls, “In the early ‘80s recession,…
Duet has been in the Valley for more than 30 years, working on improving the quality of life for older adults. Duet is an interfaith nonprofit and offers services to people of all faiths. Their primary areas of focus are: connecting homebound adults who are no longer able to drive with caring volunteers who provide…
Those looking for a distinctive design, unparalleled amenities and a superior level of service and friendly atmosphere need look no further than the Casitas at Maravilla Scottsdale. Located in North Scottsdale, Maravilla features a sophisticated blend of Arizona comfort and style reflected in warm Spanish Colonial architecture coupled with resort-style services and amenities. Spacious courtyard…
The Jewish Family & Children’s Service’s Annual Holiday Program not only offers help for families in need, but it also assists seniors in the community. The seniors that will be helped by the program are all receiving services through JFCS. All of the services that JFCS provides seniors – whether it be counseling, case management,…
Actor Ed Asner is a grouchy old man (just ask him). Thirty-five years after his popular TV drama “Lou Grant” was canceled as Asner spoke out against U.S. policy in Central America, Asner is still a vocal and fiery activist working to alleviate the wrongs he sees in society. On Oct. 14, Asner was in…
