Imagine working in an environment where you are immersed in the rich tapestry of Jewish history and culture. Now imagine having the ability to bring that history to life through 50,000 archives, oral and video histories, vibrant exhibits and myriad enlightening and informative programs. Tempe resident Mel Kessler has that rare opportunity as the current…
For inspiration, Meir Jolovitz doesn’t have to look farther than his late mother and father. He explains that his father survived an unprecedented 13 camps and his mother also endured the Holocaust and war years. “They never stopped talking about their experiences,” he says, “and they always told me how fortunate I was. That is…
With the ever growing senior population, dental care is more and more important. Medical advances in care and medications have us living longer but often at the price of your teeth. Many of the medications we take today for cardiac and neurologic issues, dry our mouth out. A dry mouth is a direct path to…
For many residents of Maravilla Scottsdale, an award-winning senior living community located in north Scottsdale, retirement doesn’t mean slowing down. Here, extraordinary amenities, services and programs encourage on-the-go residents to enjoy the engaging lifestyle they love, while offering new daily opportunities for socializing, continued learning and connectivity. Take, for example, Bob and Patti Plack. As…
The following are answers to some common misconceptions regarding exercise and nutrition for seniors. By Anita Terlizzi I’m just too old to start now. Not true. You can start an exercise routine at any age. Even in your 90s. You are never too old to perform some sort of physical activity to better your health….
Dr. Marwan Sabbagh, of the Barrow Neurological Institute, will be the featured speaker for a two-part educational presentation, “What Can be Done to Reduce the Risk of Developing Alzheimer’s Disease?” sponsored by Belmont Village Senior Living Scottsdale and the Barrow Neurological Institute. The event will be held at the Valley of the Sun Jewish Community…
In Hebrew, a “Woman of Valor” is “Eshet Chayil.” It has become Jewish custom for a husband to recite this poem to his wife at the end of the week, and to think about and be thankful for all that she has done for him and their family throughout the past week. It is written…
Dear Helen: I’m a senior and believe strongly in putting my money where my mouth is, so I avoid shopping in certain stores, try to take public transportation and generally live frugally by utilizing thrift stores and farmer’s markets. But I have family money that came to me through relatives who survived the Shoah. I…
Throughout November Center for Senior Enrichment Activities. The Jewish Family and Children’s Service’s Center for Senior Enrichment at Palazzo, 6250 N 19th Ave. is the only Jewish senior center in the Phoenix area. Everyone is welcome! The Center offers education, health and wellness programs, holiday programs, nutritious lunches, exercise, entertainment, and a wide variety of ever-changing activities. jfcsaz.org….
Millard Seldin turned 90 in August this year, but his voice and mind are as strong as his convictions. He is a businessman, builder, developer, horse racing enthusiast and breeder, philanthropist, father, grandfather and doting husband. His days now are filled with keeping track of wife Beverly’s caregivers and working from his home office, although…
