JFS Illumination Magazine Summer 2015

IllumSummer 2015 iRuthnat & Norman Rales Jewishi Familyon Services Magazine

Passing of the Torch: Judi Donoff installed as new Chair of the Board succeeding Jon Kimmel.

Meet the New Members Rales Rides Spotlight on Legacy A Season of of the Board of Directors Begins Giving: Diane & Larry Events in Review PAGE 2 PAGE 20 Feldman PAGE 26 PAGE 24 02 MEET Judi Donoff, Chair Judi has resided in Director of Store Planning for Holt Renfrew, Atlantic University’s Center for Autism and Boca Raton for a high end specialty store, she designed and Related Disabilities (CARD) Constituency the past 19 years. managed the construction and renovations Board and has chaired numerous events Originally from of 20 stores across the Country. In the U.S. for organizations including 211 in Boca Canada, Judi is a she has received numerous recognitions Raton, the Center for Family Services, and prestigious interior including the Palm Beach Illustrated Dream Kids Sanctuary in Palm Beach. She and her designer and House Award and the Prism Award from the husband Craig, an estate planning attorney, member of the Gold Coast Builders Association. co-founded the Chase Donoff Aftercare American Society of Judi has served on the JFS Board for the past Program at the Peter Blum YMCA in Boca Interior Designers 8 years including the positions of Financial Raton and have been recently honored by (ASID). In Canada Development Chair and, most recently, as Israel Bonds. Judi has three children, two she designed offices First Vice-Chair. It is a natural evolution that sons, Matthew and Garrett Nemeroff, and a for Boeing of Canada, Continental Grain she steps into the role of Chair of the Board. daughter, Lindsey Donoff-Silverman. Company, and many health care facilities. As Judi is a former board member of Florida New Members of the Board of Directors

Steven Becker Samy Dwek Steven has held various management positions in the Samy, along with his wife Ilana and three children, reside in Boca wine & spirits industry since 1978. He began his career Raton. Samy is a Managing Director and Banker at J.P. Morgan at Southern Wine and Spirits of America in 1985 as Private Bank in Florida. He has held various international roles in Vice President of Finance. In his present position of the company as well as previous positions at Republic National Executive Vice President and Treasurer, Steven is Bank (RNB) of New York. Samy is actively involved in many South responsible for the company’s treasury management Florida community organizations including Hillel of Palm Beach and functions. Broward Counties, the Boca Raton Committee for the Weizman Institute, The South Palm Beach County Jewish Federation and Deborah Belford Boy’s Town Jerusalem. Deborah, her husband Howard and their three children moved to Florida from Columbus, Ohio in 1997. The Stephen Winig Belfords are very active at Congregation B’nai Israel Stephen, his wife Carol and their six children relocated to Boca Raton where their children received their Jewish education from Philadelphia in 1992. He was a leading real estate developer and where Deborah serves on the Board of Trustees. and manager in the Mid-Atlantic Region. More recently, Stephen Deborah is involved in numerous philanthropic causes served as President & COO of a group of healthcare manufacturing especially those organizations whose mission is to companies. He continues to be active in the commercial real estate improve the life of children. She supports many Jewish business. Stephen’s philanthropic involvement includes leadership organizations and believes it is a duty and privilege to roles in Jewish community organizations in the Philadelphia and serve our community and assist those in need. South Florida areas including Israel Chamber of Commerce, Ben- Gurion University, The Jewish Agency and the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County. Lorrie Berkowitz Lorrie and her family moved to Florida in 1990 from Marilyn Weinberg (Honorary Board) Larchmont, New York. The Berkowitzes have been Marilyn, originally from the Norfolk/Virginia Beach area in Virginia, members of Temple Beth El and Congregation B’nai has a long history of philanthropy. In Virginia, she was instrumental Israel. Lorrie serves on the Ambassador’s Council in the development of Women’s Israel Bonds in Norfolk, was the at N Street Village, a United Way organization and principle fundraiser for the Simon Jewish Community Center in women’s homeless shelter in Washington, DC. She Virginia Beach, raised funds for the Boy’s Home in Suffolk and was also volunteers in Washington at Bread for the City, a major supporter of Beth Chaverim Synagogue in Virginia Beach. a community food bank. Lorrie, a retired clinical She was the Vice President and Chief Fundraiser for the Virginia psychologist and former attorney, feels blessed to be Symphony and served as the Vice President for the Strelitz Diabetes able to serve at JFS and looks forward to giving back Foundation. She has received numerous honors including being to the local community. Lorrie and husband Lloyd an Honoree in the 2006 Women’s American Ort Fundraiser, the spend time visiting their three adult children who live ALS/Muscular Dystrophy Association in 2006 and 2007 and has in three different cities up north. been on the Lion of Judah Endowment Honor Roll since 1978. In South Florida, Marilyn and her husband Jay have continued to be major supporters of JFS including being the Grand Benefactors of Toby Cooperman our Reflections of Hope Luncheon. Together they support other Toby Cooperman, along with her husband Leon, have organizations including JAFCO and Temple Beth El. Marilyn has helped dozens of organizations in the Short Hills, New a daughter and a stepson and is a proud grandmother to four Jersey and South Florida areas through the Leon and grandchildren. Toby Cooperman Family Foundation, The Cooperman Family Fund for the Jewish Future and, more recently, Ira Gelb, MD (Medical Advisor) the Toby Cooperman Community Support Fund. The Dr. Gelb, a renowned board-certified cardiologist, serves as Assistant Cooperman’s have been generous supporters of JFS Dean for Pre-Baccalaureate Programs and Clinical Professor of for many years. Biomedical Science in the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine at FAU. In this role, Dr. Gelb oversees the pre-professional courses offered by the College. After retiring and relocating to Florida in the mid-1990s, Dr. Gelb championed efforts to expand medical and science education in South Florida.

Illumination Summer 2015 03 to our 2014 Premier Agency Sponsor! Contents 04 Agency News Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services 10 Food & Financial Assistance Help. Hope. Humanity. 12 Center for Families & Children 13 Career & Employment Services 14 Counseling & Mental Health Services Illumination 15 Volunteer Services Letter from the President & CEO 16 Senior Services Dear Friends, 20 Weisman Delray Community Center 22 Development Welcome to our summer edition of Illumination Magazine. Summer is certainly here in South Florida and while a majority 26 Events of our donors and volunteers are not here during these hot summer months, the staff of JFS is hard at work serving the Jacobson Family Food Pantry. The client was in tears. needs of our clients and preparing for the start of our fall She was so thankful to have had food and fundraising activities. Planning for our Gala, Luncheon and Golf praised the staff person who helped Tournament are all well underway and I invite you to read more her get the much needed food about this past season’s event recaps beginning on page 24. delivered to her home. It’s stories like these that make all of our work Since our last publication, I am proud and honored to inform rewarding. As part of my job, I am you that JFS was recognized by the Sun Sentinel as a “Top privileged to be the voice in the Workplace” in Palm Beach County in 2015. In addition, community for these clients for who amongst the other agencies recognized, JFS was named the many, including myself, may never 10th best place to work! Award recipients are selected based meet, but who without our help, on anonymous surveys completed by staff and then compared would be living in difficult and often to other similar sized agencies. Both for-profit and non-profit dire circumstances. So, on behalf of agencies are eligible to receive this recognition and we couldn’t all those people, I want to say be more excited to be recognized in this way. We truly are a “Thank You” – thank you for great place to work! supporting our work as a donor, volunteer and staff. It I appreciate when our staff shares client stories with me and truly takes a community then tells me how good they feel knowing that they are helping and I’m proud to be part people in some of their most challenging times. Recently Rita of ours. Gitter, who has helped with the Meals on Wheels program since its inception, told me how amazed she was that the Happy Reading! program quickly grew from 10 clients to over 90 people Sincerely, receiving close to 400 meals each week. She told me she enjoys when people leave her notes thanking the agency for Danielle N. Hartman helping to provide them with nutritious meals when they are no longer able to cook for themselves. Sometimes the feedback is President & CEO via voicemail messages. For example, a voicemail was recently forwarded to me from a client who was just added to our

Board of Directors Marcia Langley Honorary Board 2015-2016 OFFICERS Steven Becker Rabbi Dan Levin Members Deborah Belford Roxane Frechie Lipton Stan Barry Chair Vice Chairs: Lorrie Berkowitz Laura Litinsky Judi Donoff Margaret Blume Financial Resource Joy Binkovitz* Robert Marton Arnie Friedman Treasurer Development Laurence I. Blair* Stephen Mendelsohn David Katzman Ron Reshefsky Stephanie Chestnov Marvin Miller Amy Ross Wendy Legum Richard Paul Secretary Toby Cooperman Ellen R. Sarnoff Strategic Planning Jane Cornell Kenneth Pritzker Rabbi David Steinhardt Natalie Pelavin Ron Gallatin Samuel Dwek Marvin Schiller Edith Stein Immediate Past Chair Beverly Feurring David Schimel Jill Viner Food Pantry Andrew Waldman Jon Kimmel* Roger Leavy Sheila Cohen Furr Marilyn Weinberg Jonathan Galler Barton Weisman Vicki Weinstein President & CEO Personnel Lisa Goodman Stephen Winig Ilene Wohlgemuth* Danielle N. Hartman Diane Feldman Albert Gortz Geriatric Board Development Jane Gortz Ivan Gefen* Norman K. Jacobson Medical Advisor Talia Klein Ira Gelb, MD *Past Chair

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Agency News JFS Earns Coveted 4-Star Rating from Charity Navigator Because of JFS’ sound fiscal management practices and With the high rating, JFS supporters should feel even commitment to accountability and transparency, the more confident that their hard-earned dollars are being agency has earned a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, used efficiently and responsibly. America’s largest independent charity evaluator. This is “In the current economic environment, it’s important that the first time that JFS has earned this top distinction. our donors trust that we’re using our funding wisely in The 4-star rating puts JFS in a order to accomplish our mission of offering hope, help & very select group of high humanity to those who need it most through our performing charities. Out of the comprehensive range of programs and services,“ said thousands of nonprofits Charity Danielle N. Hartman, JFS President & CEO. “Our 4-star Navigator evaluates, only one Charity Navigator rating demonstrates to our supporters out of four earns 4 stars – a rating that now, with their new that we take our fiduciary and governance responsibilities Accountability and Transparency metrics, demands even very seriously.” greater rigor, responsibility and commitment to openness. JFS Named A 2015 South Florida Top Workplace By The Sun Sentinel The Top Workplaces are determined based solely on employee feedback from each organization. An employee survey was conducted by WorkplaceDynamics, LLP, a leading research firm on organizational health and employee engagement. 900 companies, representing 13,000 employees, were evaluated. Only 45 organizations were selected, 5 Large Employers, 15 Medium Employers and 25 Small Employers. Of the 25 Small Employers, JFS was ranked number 10. The Award Committee compared the feedback of JFS staff to other non-profit organizations of similar size in our area and, based upon the positive results, named JFS a top place to work. The staff’s response indicates that as an organization, JFS is providing an atmosphere conducive to personal fulfillment, career growth and overall job satisfaction.” Judi Donoff, newly installed JFS Chair of the Board, couldn’t be more proud. “This award is a testament to the leadership of Danielle Hartman and the welcoming agency culture created by the Executive Team. JFS cares about all people, not just our clients, but our staff as well. We have a clear sense of purpose and offer challenging, but rewarding work. It is a recipe that makes great things happen.” Judi Donoff, JFS Chair of the Board with Danielle Hartman, JFS President & CEO Illumination Summer 2015 05

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Agency News JFS Provides Grant Program for Scholarships at the JAFCO Children’s Ability Center JFS will be providing a grant up to respite care and summer camp allows JFS to extend its reach of $5,000 to be used for scholarships for programs. services for special needs families in Boca Raton and Delray Beach special The Children’s Ability Center in Boca Raton and Delray Beach.” needs families to utilize the respite Sunrise opened in September 2014 “We are so honored to enter into this and summer camp programs provided and provides therapy, child partnership with JFS,” said Sarah at the new Jewish Adoption and enrichment, family support and Franco, JAFCO Executive Director. Family Care Options (JAFCO) respite services to families from all “This is a beautiful gesture for the Children’s Ability Center. Families over South Florida faced with the families and also for our community. who are raising children with daily challenges of raising a child, JFS is leading the way, showing that developmental disabilities (autism, ages birth to 22, with any charities can work together in intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, developmental disability. cooperation for the benefit of the spina bifida and Prader-Willi “JFS is proud to be able to assist families in our community who need syndrome) face increased emotional our love and support – this is the true and financial challenges. This grant JAFCO with this important program,” said Danielle Hartman, JFS President spirit of Tikun Olam, repairing our will help by offsetting some of the world.” expenses regularly associated with & CEO. “Collaborating with JAFCO JFS and Donna Klein Jewish Academy Expand Partnership JFS and Donna Klein Jewish Academy Dr. Silverman explained the increased (DKJA) have expanded their need for such school-based services, partnership through an array of “There is a growing need for individual services to be provided by the JFS and group counseling. With the fast- Community Outreach Department. paced lives we live and the influence Dr. Rachael Silverman, JFS Community of social and digital media, the Outreach Coordinator and a licensed number of students needing clinical psychologist, has been assistance in coping with anxiety and dedicating at least one day per week social skills issues has significantly at DKJA to work with families, staff increased in recent years.” and administration on a variety of This enriched organizational collaboration issues. Dr. Silverman’s services include was made possible through a grant counseling and support groups, from the Rales Family Foundation, assessments, and workshops on which has allowed JFS to create The topics such as bullying and domestic Center for Families & Children. abuse. She also consults with families Established in January 2014, JFS’ and makes appropriate referrals to Center for Families & Children has other JFS services such as enabled JFS to reach out and improve psychological testing and more the lives of hundreds of families and intensive counseling. This is one more children in our community. Rabbi Josh Broide, JFS Director of Community step in bringing JFS services into the Engagement; Helena Levine, DKJA Head of greater community. School, Danielle Hartman, JFS President & CEO Illumination Summer 2015 07 Moving? Feeling... • Dazed, confused, anxious? • Feeling stuck? • Staying up all night making lists? • Overwhelmed by all the decisions?

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Agency news Sisterhood Strengthens as Federation’s Sister City Exchange Takes JFS Social Workers to Israel By Andrea Schuver It was no surprise that when JFS’ emotionally moving theatrical innovative P2G program in sharing Laurie Intondi, LCSW, JFS Vice production, “Edut” (testimony), expertise that directly benefits our President of Senior Services and enacted by Holocaust survivors community and Kiryat Bialik, while Dianne Matthew, LCSW, JFS Vice together with teenagers. building personal and professional President of Clinical Services recently Throughout the visit, the JFS social relationships between our community headed to Kiryat Bialik, Israel, just workers met many Israeli professionals and Israel,” said Matthew C. Levin, north of Haifa, they were welcomed and, from the outset, learned how Federation President & CEO.“ like family. They set out to learn about social services function in Kiryat Bialik “We are grateful to the Federation’s how clinical care and senior/social and Israel in general. At their welcome P2G program for making it possible services operate, and returned with reception, dignitary greetings and an for us to learn so much, to make far more. impressive performance from local wonderful friendships in our Sister Our Israeli Sister City may be located young musicians were followed by a City, and to strengthen the bridge far across the globe but, since 2002, “here and there” open discussion, between South Palm Beach County the two communities have just kept comparing the different frameworks and Kiryat Bialik,” said Danielle getting closer by building living of social services in Israel and the US. Hartman, JFS President & CEO. bridges through Partnership 2Gether “Many of the same concerns we (P2G) of the Jewish Federation of address also face Israel’s social South Palm Beach County. Residents services, like mental illness, domestic and institutions – women, students, violence, child abuse and the array of athletes, educators, physicians, law senior needs,” said Matthew. “Yet enforcement and more - have been they operate quite differently within coming together through a wide array the government structure and of exchanges, visits and shared national health care. Preventative projects around common experiences, care for children is good from young goals and needs for the enhancement ages on, and everyone has access to of both communities. And all the care, but there are huge waiting lists while they’ve been forging personal for government-sponsored social multigenerational relationships among service programs and there is always individuals and families. a risk of cutbacks in difficult times.” In the latest professional exchange, “In fact, many services depend heavily Intondi and Matthew, spent five days on our Jewish Federation and others with social workers in Kiryat Bialik. to meet vital needs,” added Intondi. Together with Shosh Sukenik, local “We saw an overwhelming respect head of social services, and her and sense of responsibility for elders, devoted staff, they toured various including them in all activities. senior day centers, after-school programs for children from families in As this was Intondi’s first time in Israel need, a day club for Ethiopian-Israeli and Matthew’s first visit in many years, women, youth center for teens at risk, their hosts made sure they took a and more. little time for nearby sight-seeing during the particularly lovely green Intondi and Matthew also took part in and blossoming season. a training session at a family therapy center and watched a unique, “This latest professional exchange continues the great success of our

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Mail Pouch, Letters to the Agency

Just a note to thank you soooo much for all of the I am an 87-year-old woman and because of an eyesight help you have given to myself and my family in problem I am forced to maneuver through the Delray what was the darkest, worst days of our lives. I environs without a car. can’t even begin to tell you how much we I came to the Weisman Center and learned that the appreciate your support and kindness. Your help Center can provide transportation to the various with gift cards, food pantry, financial assistance, physicians in the area. Your drivers, Sam and Howard, and clinical service was truly lifesaving. were sent by heaven. They were punctual, pleasant, very We are very grateful to JFS for being there for us. gentlemanly (holding the door for me) and caring Our community is truly fortunate to have the (holding my arm while I exited the car to prevent falling). benefit of your compassion and services!! I truly appreciate the transportation you provide and Warmest Regards, hope you will be able to continue to provide this service JFS Client to me and to many others. Many thanks, JFS Client 10

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Organizations and Individuals Help Sponsor Alleviate Hunger In Our Community JFS is very fortunate to have such generous, year-round supporters providing both financial and food donations to our neighbors in need through the Jacobson Family Food Pantry. During the time period surrounding Passover, JFS has had the privilege of partnering with many community organizations on producing food drives, which this year has yielded over 5000 pounds of food that was used to provide From Homeless to food for Passover and Home Sweet Home will provide food beyond the Holiday. This year’s After working her entire life as a successful interior donations represent a designer, Yetta, at 64 years old, looked forward to significant increase over enjoying her retirement in South Florida. Yetta rented a last year. condo in Delray Beach, shipped her most prized JFS would like to thank possessions and moved south. the following organizations Soon Yetta made friends with another retiree in her for partnering with us in our efforts to alleviate hunger in our complex and they decided to start up an interior design community: Boca Raton Synagogue, Congregation B’nai business to supplement their social security income and Israel, Congregation B’nai Torah, Temple Beth-El, Temple keep busy while doing what they enjoyed. Sinai Young Israel of Boca Raton, Donna Klein Jewish Academy, DKJA Upper School, Hillel Day School of Boca The business fell on hard times, Yetta’s new friend and Raton, Torah Academy, Weinbaum Yeshiva High School, business partner packed up and moved away; leaving The Survivors in Need Student Groups at FAU & Lynn Yetta with bills that would eat away her nest egg. Yetta Universities, Addison Reserve Country Club, Winn Dixie of had to shut the business down and soon found she was Boca Raton, and BJ’s Wholesale Club in Boynton Beach. facing eviction. With nowhere else to go, Yetta moved Finally, never underestimate the impact of one individual. her precious family heirlooms into storage and moved Asher Gritz, a student at Donna Klein Jewish Academy, herself into a friend’s office building. Her meager social undertook the mission of a one man food drive. He security check was not enough to meet even basic living developed his own partnerships with community expenses. organizations and managed the entire process. His efforts Yetta took a sales job trying to earn commission. A provided 425 pounds of food for the Food Pantry. building tenant found out that Yetta was living in the Jonah Gabor, a student office building and she was forced to move into her car. at Hillel Day School of But Yetta persevered, never letting her coworkers know Boca Raton, made a she was living in her car. $500 donation to JFS One of her coworkers, shocked after learning of Yetta’s from the gifts he situation, urged her to contact JFS for assistance. received from his bar mitzvah. On behalf of JFS was able to assist Yetta, getting her safely into her all of the clients of the own apartment and bringing all of her family heirlooms, Food Pantry, thank you including a beloved antique piano, once belonging to Asher and Jonah, for all her mother, out of storage and into her new home. of your efforts and generosity.

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CENTER FOR FAMILIES & CHILDREN “TARA” - New Program to Address Teen Dating Violence JFS has created a Teen Advocate program which will launch in September with a group of 15 teens who will be nominated and go through a formal interview process. The program, called “TARA” (Teens Against Relationship Abuse) will educate the teens about what relationship violence is, how to recognize it, and how to intervene appropriately when they witness it. This creates a peer-to- peer referral source and immediate response to a violent act or threat. They will serve as JFS’ domestic violence advocates in the schools. Adolescents and adults are often unaware that teens experience dating violence. One in three girls in the U.S. is a victim of physical, emotional or verbal abuse from a dating partner, a figure that far exceeds rates of other types of youth violence. Teen dating violence causes severe trauma. Teens who suffer dating abuse are subject to long-term consequences like alcoholism, eating disorders, promiscuity, and thoughts of suicide. For additional information, contact Aliza Schulman, center for families & children LCSW, Domestic Abuse Program Coordinator at 561.852.3333 or [email protected]. Need help covering the cost of After-School After-School Childcare, SAT/ Childcare, SAT/ACT Prep Courses, Tutoring? JFS, is here to help families residing in Boca Raton, ACT Prep Course and Tutoring Delray Beach and Highland Beach, by offering Assistance Available financial assistance to those who qualify. JFS understands the rising costs associated with After School Childcare, SAT/ACT Prep Courses and Tutoring. We want to ensure that your children are adequately prepared to meet academic challenges ahead and reach their maximum potential as adults. In order to qualify, please request and complete a Financial Assistance Application by calling 561-852-3333 or emailing [email protected]. You will need to provide required documentation in order to meet eligibility criteria and indicate the name of SAT/ACT prep course company, tutor or child care provider for which you are requesting assistance. All documentation submitted for review will be kept strictly confidential. For additional information, contact Shari Waknin, VP of Programs at 561.852.3333 or [email protected].

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CAREER & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES Career & Employment Services Provides a “Win-Win” for Candidates and Employers From first time job seekers to those in career transition, clients can take advantage of JFS’ Career & Employment Services (CES), a free program where Career Strategists create customized action plans transforming clients into job ready candidates. The CES team helps candidates focus on their individual strengths and professional goals, which ultimately leads to employment and career success. The CES team welcomes new partnerships with employers and organizations who are also striving to make an impact in the community and value the free career & employment services we offer. The following employers and organizations have partnered with CES to provide job opportunities, professional training and additional community resources to our candidates:

AARP Executive Concierge Service of Mathnasium Andrew C. Waldman, Inc. Palm Beach MobleHelp Arlene Segal Designs Experience Works New York Life Insurance Baer’s Furniture The Family Life Center Company Bath Fitter First Global Capital PC Professor Bergman Catering FLC Healthcare Academy Pharmacy Consulting Group BJ’s Wholesale Ford Automotive Group Primerica Boca Helping Hands The Fountains Hair Salon Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services Levis Jewish Community Center Gentle Dental Subway Capitol Lighting Gladstone & Weissman Target Careers USA Halpern, Inc. Chase IBIS Golf & Country Club Checkers IHOP Custom Door Shop Invictus Security David Lerner Associates, Inc. Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County The Department of Equal Housing Opportunity Job Corps US Department of Labor Dignity Memorial Launch Code Dunkin Donuts Lou Bachrodt Chevrolet Enterprise Rent A Car

Please contact our Employment Sourcing Specialist at 561.852.3333 to learn more about the advantages of working with CES on your next hire.

Counseling & Mental Health Services JFS & HOT Partnership, Providing 10 Years of Counseling & Mental Health Services at Caridad Center JFS, through funding provided by Hands on Tzedakah to have a mental health counselor available as it is for (HOT), a Boca Raton based charity, has been providing client’s to have access to medical and dental professionals.” counseling and mental health services to patients at the “We are proud to be able to partner with Caridad Center,” Caridad Center in Boynton Beach for the past 10 years. said Danielle N. Hartman, President and CEO of JFS. Caridad Center dedicates its work to improve the health “Through the generosity of HOT, we at JFS are able to of underserved children and families. extend our reach into the community, providing help, Aser Ones, MSW, is on staff at JFS and is the only mental hope and humanity to Caridad patients. health professional at Caridad. During his four days on- site, he is responsible for all assessments, crisis intervention, educating volunteers and Caridad’s staff about mental health issues, how to identify them in patients they serve, and he maintains a steady caseload for therapy. Caridad has traditionally provided free medical and dental care but it had become evident that there was a critical gap in services to address mental health issues. “I am in the ER of mental health,” Ones stated. “My clients have little or no resources and come from 20 different countries. They are afraid to reach out to any other agency for help.” Ones, who is bilingual, averages 5-6 patients per day. Last year he handled 641 office visits helping 173 adults and 8 children. Laura Kallus, Executive Director of Caridad Center, addressed the importance of Caridad patients having access to mental health services. “Most patients are one small step away from disaster. They are so stressed and depressed that symptoms manifest themselves physically Aser Ones, MSW through medical issues. When a patient’s mental health improves, their health outcomes tend to follow suit. We The results of this partnership have been remarkable. are grateful for the partnership we have with JFS and HOT Clients who have been unsuccessful in medically treating because, without it, our patients would not be getting the panic attacks and headaches, stated that their symptoms mental health treatment they so desperately need.” have disappeared after therapy sessions. Clients have reported back to Ones that “they are now able to get “Bringing JFS and Caridad together to work in tandem through an 8 hour workday without stress induced fainting, fulfills HOT’s mission of both supporting essential life or have been able to have relations with their spouses sustaining programs and collaborating with agencies that after not being able to do so due to unresolved issues of dedicate themselves to helping others” stated Ronald L. childhood rape.” Gallatin, Chairman and CEO of HOT. “It is just as critical

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VOLUNTEER SERVICES Good Deeds Day JFS Volunteers participated in International Good Deeds Day, held this past March. International Good Deeds Day is an annual, global tradition that includes countless good deeds being done all around the world. Last year, over half a million participants in 50 countries gave over 2 million volunteer hours, making Good Deeds Day the largest and most far-reaching day of good deeds. People from all backgrounds, cultures, and ages have united around the simple idea of Good Deeds Day and many continue to volunteer all year round. Participants delivered Passover items to clients of the Jacobson Family Food Pantry, which serves residents in volunteer I believe you get more than you give. We had need in the Boca Raton, Highland Beach and Delray Beach memorable experiences with our deliveries and we are areas. The day’s effort alone impacted over 100 clients. The grateful for the opportunity we have been given balance of deliveries to the remainder of Food Pantry through JFS.” clients were made by JFS over the following 1-2 weeks. A special thank you to Addison Reserve Country Club for donating the food and taking the time to pack 400 bags. Event Co-Chairs for the Good Deeds Day event were Lisa Goodman, Patti Jacobs and Robin Siegal. Siegal, who delivered packages with her family commented, “As a for their support of our Community Community Mentoring Program Mentoring Program Has Outing at Boomers JFS organized a group activity for the Mentors and Mentees of the Community Mentoring Program at Boomer’s in Boca Raton. A group of 17 mentors and their mentees participated in a fun filled day including bumper boats, go-karts, rock wall climbing, miniature golf and lunch. JFS’ Community Mentoring Program screens and If you would like to volunteer to become a mentor or know trains volunteer adults, of a child between the ages of 6 and 17 who resides in matches them with Boca Raton, Delray Beach or Highland Beach and can children, who typically benefit from having a consistent, positive role model in come from a single their life, please contact Nadine Greenberg, JFS Director parent household, in of Volunteers at 561.852.3333. order to provide the children with a trusted The Community Mentoring Program is funded by the role model and social United Way of Palm Beach County. support.

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Passover Model Seder Reliable, Quality,Senior Compassionate Services Care When you need it! WE PROVIDE Department’s other people lead a seder. I was one • Assistance withHomecare Personal Care Sponsor • Meal Preparation • Medication Management of the ‘hidden children’ raised in a • Providing Companionship • Respite Care Services • Light Housekeeping • Hospital Sitter Services convent in Belgium during the • Escort to Appointments • Transition from Hospital to Rehab • Free Care Coordination Holocaust. Passover is a special OUR PROFESSIONAL STAFF INCLUDES: Call for a • Home Health Aides • Registered Nurses FREE Evaluation! • Certified Nursing Assistants • Licensed Practical Nurses holiday for me as it is the celebration ATTENTION VETERANS AND SURVIVING SPOUSES: spouses are in need of assistance at home. Many veterans and surviving of freedom.” in home assistance for those who qualify. HorizonThe Veterans Nursing AideServices & Attendance works with Pensionexperts who can provide advice and assistance with your application for this special benefit. Call us TODAY! will pay for JFS Director of Community 561.432.1932 or 866.432.6679 Engagement, Rabbi Josh Broide led Available 24hrs/day 7 days/week For ALL Your Home Healthcare Needs Most Long Term Care Insurances and Major Credit Cards Accepted Lic. 30211109 the service, along with parachaplains [email protected] Over 200 JFS clients joined together Estelle and Harry Green. Students www.horizonnurse.com at JFS’ Passover Model Seder, held at from Donna Klein Jewish Academy B’nai Torah Congregation in Boca participated in the seder by reciting Raton. the Four Questions and singing traditional seder songs. The seder is open to any client of the feel like my parents are at this event. agency who would have been alone Residents of the Boca West Federation Being raised in an Orthodox home, I for the holiday. “We’ve been holding Committee sponsored the event for remember that our entire family these seders for 15 years,” Danielle the seventh year in a row, along with traveled from where ever they were to Hartman, President & CEO said. “It Debbie & Howard Belford and be home for Passover. This event allows our clients who may or may not Suzanne & Jack Jacobson. provides a family atmosphere and I be able to go to a seder on the actual Debbie Belford commented on what love being a part of it.” holiday to get a taste of the holiday a great event the Model Seder is. “It and to get out and have some human Thank you to the Boca West is important for our community’s Federation Committee, the Belfords connection. Our clients look forward seniors to be able to celebrate to it all year.” and the Jacobsons. JFS is grateful for Passover with friends. For many of your partnership. Said JFS client Marc Goldsmith, “I am them, this is the only seder they glad I came and excited to see how have.” Suzanne Jacobson added, “I Caregiver Resources Are you feeling overwhelmed caring for a loved one? & Respite Program JFS is here to help support and nurture the caregiver in order to prevent caregiver burnout. The weekly Caregiver Resources and Respite Program meets Fridays and consists of: Free one hour workshop (11 AM – 12 PM) Ruth & NormanLow Ra costle respites care (9 AM – 1 PM) One hour Alzheimer’s Cafe Jewish FamilyAdvanced Serviregistration is required.ces Help. Hope. HuFor additionalmanity information,. contact Naomi Shapiro, MSW, Program Director 561.852.3333 | [email protected]

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Weisman Center Rales Rides Begins Phone: Weisman(561) 989-0441 Center JFS has begun Rales Rides, the Community Center Van Programs Sponsor Access Program, that provides bus transportation for • Home Health Aides residents in the Delray Beach area without current • Registered Nurses transportation, to attend programs and events at the Rales Rides is funded by a• Physicalgrant Therapyfrom the South Florida Shirley & Barton Weisman Delray Community Center. The Regional Transportation• OccupationalAuthority Therapy and Florida two buses make scheduled rounds of senior developments Transportation Authority with• Speech matching Therapy funds provided surrounding the Weisman Center. by Hands On Tzedakah (HOT),• Medical aSocial generous Worker JFS funding partner. For additional information, contact 561.852.3333. The wheelchair accessible buses enable frail, disabled, Your Home Care Expert since 1998 and otherwise homebound seniors to access numerous programs and services at one location. In addition to social, health and wellness, and education opportunities, through available case management services at the Weisman Center, seniors can be connected to other JFS services including food and financial assistance, counseling and mental health services, and volunteer opportunities. There is no other agency in Palm Beach County that provides this full complement of services at one site. Feldman Family Diamond Close to 200 Attend Club Knitters Provide Scarves Diamond Club Senior Prom to Israeli Soldiers Close to 200 seniors attended the Feldman Family The Feldman Family Diamond Club Knitters latest project Diamond Club’s Annual Senior Prom. The Prom caps the was to knit scarves for Israeli Soldiers. Temperatures season of events for the Feldman Family Diamond Club during night maneuvers are known to reach 40°F with which meets every Monday at the Shirley & Barton possible snow and rain. The group of knitters, who meet Weisman Delray Community every Monday morning, called all their members to Center, where members garner support for this worthwhile project. Special dark enjoy current events military colored yarn was purchased and, with love and discussions,educational dedication, two boxes of beautiful scarves were programs, community completed. service projects, Through a contact entertainers, special events, in Israel, the day trips and guest speakers scarves were along with refreshments delivered to the and companionship. Golani Brigade. The group Attendees were treated to received a letter lunch, danced to the music thanking our provided by the Soul knitters, “On behalf of the soldiers we would like to thank Survivors Band and were you for this kind and useful gesture for the welfare and visited by “Elvis.” health of our children. To your health.” The knitters look for additional information or to schedule your ride, please call 561.852.3333 forward to engaging in other philanthropic gestures. Kudos to a wonderful group of dedicated women! Illumination Summer 2015 CONTACT Risa Demato | V.P. of the Weisman Delray Community Center | 561.558.2149 | [email protected] 21

Phone: (561)Lisa Kaufman, 989-0441 MBA, Owner Phone:Phone: (561) (561) 989-0441 989-0441 • •Home Home Health Health Aides Aides • Home Health Aides • •Registered Registered Nurses Nurses • Registered Nurses • •Physical Physical Therapy Therapy • Physical Therapy • •Occupational Occupational Therapy Therapy • Occupational Therapy • •Speech Speech Therapy Therapy • Speech Therapy • •Medical Medical Social Social Worker Worker • Medical Social Worker YourYour Home Home Care Care Expert Expert since since 1998 1998 Your Home Care Expert since 1998 Weisman Center Hours and Membership Monday and Tuesday “Our Space Can Be Your Space” 9 am to 5 pm Rooms are available to rent, weekdays and weekends Wednesday and Thursday at the Weisman Center Providing set up for: 9 am to 9 pm Conferences, Social functions Retreats Friday Complete Kosher Catering Available 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Special Rates for not for profit organizations For Membership Information please call (561) 558-2100.

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CONTACT Risa Demato | V.P. of the Weisman Delray Community Center | 561.558.2149 | [email protected] Illumination Summer 2015 22

Everyone who attended our Golf Tournament this past Development April had a glorious time, held this year at St. Andrew’s Country Club. The time and effort from our talented Message from Chairs Isabel & Arnie Friedman, Roxane & Michael Lipton, Lisa & Robert Marton, and Amy & David Ross ensured Cindy Orbach Nimhauser, its success. Chief Development Officer, These three main Events for JFS are a meaningful way to Senior Vice President help support our agency care for those in need today. But “To Everything there is a Season”…. I am pretty sure what about tomorrow? Planning for the future needs of that when those words were written, the concept of a our community is critical to continue the level of services Florida “Season” was not the intended reference. As we and care for our recipients. Our Legacy campaign is the look back on our Season of giving and caring, we have so way to secure and provide for those in need in the years much to be proud of in Financial Resource Development (FRD). to come. Our community is a part of the Leave a Legacy campaign, a partnership with the Harold Grinspoon Let us begin with our incredible GALA. “The Art of…” was Foundation and the Jacobson Jewish Community a night filled with thrills (what can compete with the drama Foundation. This program provides training, support and of our live auction?), fun (the dance floor was packed), and monetary incentives as we secure legacy gifts. Please call of course, philanthropy. Our Rales Humanitarian Award me for a conversation about the many ways you and your Recipients, Shirley & Bart Weisman, and our Corporate family can create a continuing commitment to JFS. Leadership Award Recipient, David Katzman/CBIZ MHM, LLC were toasted for their generosity and commitment to JFS. And what can be said about our dedicated, hard- working Co-Chairs, Stephanie & Richard Chestnov, Jane & Alan Cornell, and Dale & David Pratt? To say that they lived and breathed all things for GALA for months is an understatement. Our heartfelt thanks to them, and our gratitude goes out to our Auction Committee, led by Isabel & Arnie Friedman and Lisa Goodman, who wrapped it all up in a bow of Silent Auction presentation perfection. Next year’s GALA will take place on December 10, 2015, honoring Anne & Norman Jacobson as our Rales Even at 50, Sara knew she wanted to make a difference. Humanitarian Award Recipients and Al Gortz/Proskauer At any age, you can too. Through your Legacy Gift you can ensure our future. Rose LLP as our Corporate Leadership Award Recipient. Our Chairs for this event Marilyn & Stan Barry, Irv & Linda For Over35 Years JFS has been here for you Call 561.852.3333 to help Gefen, and Michele & Ken Pritzker have already begun www.ralesjfs.org working on making this a night to remember! Food & Financial Assistance | Counseling & Mental Health Senior Services | Career & Employment Services Onto February, and our third Annual “Reflections of Hope” Volunteer Opportunities Luncheon. Linda Evans, of “Dynasty” fame shared her story and struggles to a crowd of nearly 500 at Boca West Country Club. The indefatigable team of Chairs Judi Donoff and Nancy Schiller, and Vice Chairs Talia Klein and sheila cohen furr, ph.d. Robin Rubin ensured that the day would be one to Licensed Psychologist remember …and it was. Our Grand Benefactors Marilyn & Qualified Parenting Coordinator Jay Weinberg are aptly named, as they are benefactors Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator that are truly grand in every way. We are thrilled to announce that we have secured Melissa Rivers as our 21310 Powerline Road Phone: (561) 470-7110, ext.1 speaker for next year’s Luncheon on February 25, 2016. Suite 209 Fax: (561) 558-9235 Our Chairs next year are Isabel Friedman, Robin Rubin, Boca Raton, Florida 33433 [email protected] and Nancy Schiller, and we know it will be a poignant and special day. www.PsychologyConsultantsLLC.com

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Development Spotlight on Legacy Giving: Diane & Larry Feldman is for active seniors who are the JFS Executive Committee and interested in participating in Board of Directors for several years, excursions to beautiful gardens, currently serving as Vice Chair, museums, theatre shows, and Personnel. She is also active in boat trips throughout Miami- Women’s Philanthropy at the Jewish Dade, Broward and Palm Beach Federation of South Palm Beach counties. County. Diane and Larry are proud Professionally, Diane and Larry parents to three sons, Daniel, Adam are one of the largest Subway and Jonathan. Development Agents in the When asked why they wanted to country, having control of over announce their Legacy Gift now, the 1,500 locations in Washington, Feldmans replied, “because we are DC, Virginia, Maryland, Delaware selfish. We want to see the use of our and Florida. In 2011, the gift in our lifetime. Nothing makes us Feldmans became the happier than seeing all of our seniors Longtime Ruth & Norman Rales development agent of every Subway so happy.” Jewish Family Services (JFS) location in Palm Beach, Broward, supporters and active lay leaders, “With their gift, the Feldmans have Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River Diane and Larry Feldman recently ensured that the programs they value, Counties, accounting for announced a substantial Legacy Gift the Diamond and Adventure Clubs, approximately 300 of their 1,500 to the Agency. It seemed only will be sustained and provide locations. appropriate that after announcing the enjoyment for future generations of gift with their son Adam to JFS key Their incredible success as seniors,” stated Larry Blair, JFS Chair, stakeholders at JFS’ Annual Meeting entrepreneurs is only dwarfed in Legacy Gifts. in April, the Feldmans made the comparison to their on-going caring “The Feldmans use the phrase ‘How announcement publicly in front of 200 and philanthropy. With both Blessed Are We?’ to refer to the seniors attending the Feldman Family dedicated to health causes, Diane themselves, but in actuality it is us at Diamond Club Senior Prom which and Larry have raised more than JFS that are ‘blessed’ to have the was held May 18th. The Feldmans $3 million for breast cancer and Feldmans as part of our family,” said have been the Diamond Club and diabetes research through Danielle Hartman, JFS President & Adventure Club sponsor for several their company, years, having funded the Diamond Subway Development Club since 2008 and the Adventure Corporation. Larry Club since 2013. The Feldman Family has dedicated many Diamond Club meets every Monday years of serving on at the Shirley & Barton Weisman the boards and Delray Community Center. Members committees of aged 75 and over, enjoy current Jewish organizations events discussions and educational and is currently programs, community service Campaign Chair at projects, entertainers, special events, the Jewish day trips and guest speakers along Federation of South with refreshments and companionship. Palm Beach County. The Feldman Family Adventure Club Diane has served on

CONTACT Cindy Orbach Nimhauser | Chief Development Officer | Senior Vice President | 561.852.3279 | [email protected] Illumination Summer 2015 25 CEO. “The Feldmans passion and commitment to helping others is so genuine and heartfelt and the people whose Tribute lives they touch everyday are so appreciative of their Bricks wonderful philanthropy.” Hartman continued, “Socialization is a key factor in the overall health of our aging senior population. When seniors don’t have a place to go they become isolated, withdrawn, usually leading to depression, illness and sometime death. We are thankful for the Feldmans having the vision to see that the Diamond and Adventure Clubs are serving the community in different and yet very important ways.”

Shirley & Barton Weisman Delray Community Center Walkway Tribute Bricks

We are pleased to offer you an opportunity to honor a loved one, remember a special occasion, or show your support for the agency with a personalized message on a tribute brick. Bricks are available for $180 each. Help pave the walkway to the Community Center.

Please call (561) 852-3333 for more information.

IMAGINE A FUTURE WHERE YOUR VALUES OF HELP, HOPE, AND HUMANITY LIVE ON.

With Create a Jewish Legacy, you ensure the things you value are sustained for future generations. Through a planned gift or endowment, you will: • Ensure the viability of JFS and its programs • Enable JFS to continue to serve the growing needs in the community • Ensure that JFS will always be a beacon of hope in a time of crisis for those in need

Learn more about how you can establish a planned gift or endowment. Consult your trusted financial or legal advisor to discuss how legacy gifts can positively impact your estate plan, while ensuring the future of the community you love.

For a legacy conversation, contact Cindy Orbach Nimhauser, Chief Development Officer, Senior VP at 561-852-3279 or [email protected]

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CONTACT Cindy Orbach Nimhauser | Chief Development Officer | Senior Vice President | 561.852.3279 | [email protected] Illumination Summer 2015 26

Events JFS Annual Gala and Auction Creates “The Art of...”

(L-R) Judi & Craig Donoff with Danielle Hartman Helene & Richard Paul

(L-R) Corporate Leadership Award recipient David & Michele Katzman, Jon & Betty Kimmel, Norman & Ruth Rales Humanitarian of the Year Recipients Barton & Shirley Weisman, JFS President & CEO, Danielle Hartman. JFS’ Annual Gala and Auction took place December 11th at the St. Andrews Country Club. The theme of the sold out event, “The Art of….,” permeated throughout the venue, with “The Art of Giving” being the most prevalent. Gala Co Chairs (L-R) Alan & Jane Cornell, David Jon & Betty Kimmel & Dale Pratt, Stephanie & Richard Chestnov Carefully planned by Co-Chairs Stephanie & Richard Chestnov, Jane & Alan Cornell and Dale & David Pratt, this major annual JFS fundraiser raised over $530,000 for families in need within South Palm Beach County. There was an overwhelming response to the cash call where over $160,000 was raised for the Jacobson Family Food Pantry, made more exciting by Meryl & Ron Gallatin’s rousing matching gifts challenge. Generous sponsors of the 2014 JFS Gala included Anne & Norman Jacobson Meryl & Ron Gallatin Grand Benefactors Jill Viner and Meryl and Ron Gallatin; Marilyn and Stan Barry, BB&T, Stephanie and Richard Chestnov, Jane and Alan Cornell, Anne and Norman Jacobson, Velia Sweet, Shirley and Barton Weisman, Abbe and Steve Becker, Southern Wine & Spirits, Linda and Ivan Gefen, Lisa and David Goodman, Greenberg Traurig, Greenspoon Marder, Proskauer Rose, Boca Entertainment and The Boca Raton Observer. Larry & Michele Blair Linda & Ivan Gefen Jane & Al Gortz

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To Jarden Events Consumer Solutions Community Fund for their JFS Reflections of Hope support Luncheon with Linda Evans Award winning actress Linda Evans, best “We are extremely grateful to those known for her role as Krystle Carrington in whose generosity has enabled this the hit television series Dynasty, discussed opportunity to raise awareness and vital her life story, her romances and her funds in order to break the stigma experience with depression, during her associated with mental illness,” said Judi keynote address at the 3rd Annual Donoff, who chaired the luncheon with Reflections of Hope Luncheon. Reflections Nancy Schiller and Vice Chairs Robin of Hope is an event whose goal is to Rubin and Talia Klein. They are led by publicize and help break the stigma of Grand Benefactors Marilyn and Jay mental illness, a critical issue affecting Weinberg who truly understand the one in four adults, and benefits the importance of this event that will help so Welcome Home Program and mental many throughout our community. health services of JFS. This year’s Nancy Schiller, Marilyn Weinberg, Nancy Schiller said, “As the daughter of a Judi Donoff, Jay Weinberg, Luncheon was emceed by WPTV-5 schizophrenic mother and the mother of Linda Evans, Robin Rubin, Talia Klein Meteorologist Glenn Glazer and took a schizophrenic daughter, I felt early and place February 26th at Boca West Country learned deeply the stigma and challenges Club. Over $95,000 was raised that day. of mental illness.” During her 30 minute address, Evans “Mental illness can affect us all as it praised the work of JFS, especially the doesn’t have socioeconomic or Welcome Home Program, a free drop in demographic barriers,” said Rubin. ”As a program which provides a supportive, social worker, I was thrilled to be a part of caring and therapeutic environment this event as putting an end to the stigma where adults suffering from long-term of mental illness is of great importance mental illness can improve their to me.” Danielle Hartman, Linda Evans, independent functioning. “I didn’t have Jon & Betty Kimmel access to the types of resources that are Event sponsors include Erma Brode, offered through JFS. But I wish I had,” Meryl & Ron Gallatin, Anne & Norman stated Evans. Depression set in when Jacobson, Shirley & Barton Weisman, Evans had to face the major illnesses that Greenspoon Marder, PA, Saks Fifth befell her sister and best friend. She told Avenue, Ticho Foundation, Boca Raton the audience how depression had Resort & Club, Boca Raton Observer and changed her life. “Depression caused me Sun Sentinel. to have more compassion” Evans said ”I got to look at my life from a different perspective and realized that my suffering didn’t change the suffering Marilyn Weinberg, Shirley Weisman, of the people I loved.” Linda Evans, Bart Weisman

Amy Ross, Linda Evans, Phyllis Sandler, Robin Rubin

Jeff & Dana Pasternack, Stacey Ostrau, Linda Evans, Linda Gefen, Marilyn Barry, Heather Shaw, Linda Behmoiras, Linda Evans, Stefan & Gail Pasternack Michele Blair Anne Jacobson, Karen Irwin Linda Evans, Marilyn Weinberg Illumination Summer 2015 CONTACT Jill Waldman | Director of Special Events | 561.852.5013 | [email protected] 29 Great Golf for a Great Cause – Sold Out! For the first time ever, JFS’ Great Golf for a Great Cause sold out with a max participation of 144 golfers. Men and women throughout south Palm Beach County had a rewarding day of fun on the course and in the clubhouse while they supported those in need within our community. The event took place this past April at a new location for the tournament, the prestigious St. Andrews County Club. The day began with lunch followed by golf, cocktails, awards ceremony and capped off with a gala buffet dinner. Over $80,000 was raised during the event. Event Co-Chairs Michael Lipton, Amy Ross, Arnold Grand Benefactors of the event included Meryl & Ron Gallatin, Shirley Friedman and Robert Marton & Bart Weisman, and the Harvey & Phyllis Sandler Foundation. An outstanding job was done by our Event Co-chairs Isabel & Arnie Friedman, Roxane & Michael Lipton, Lisa & Robert Marton, Amy & David Ross and committee members Sheldon Adelman, Stan Barry, Larry Blair, Judi Donoff, Diane Feldman, Allan Hutensky, Jon Kimmel and Wendy Legum. They were all thoroughly committed to the cause, and ensured an extraordinary experience. A special thank you to our corporate sponsors our Hole-in-One Luxury Car was provided by Millennium International Motor Cars of Boca Raton, the Hole-in-One $10,000 prize was courtesy of Gutterman’s, Inc., and Sign-a-Rama once again provided the tournament signage. Craig & Judi Donoff

Barton & Shirley Weisman Anne & Norman Jacobson Jon Kimmel & Ron Gallatin

Marilyn & Stan Barry Linda & Ivan Gefen and Karen & Steve Irwin

BENEFITTING JFS Welcome Home Program and BREAKING THE STIGMA OF MENTAL ILLNESS Mental Health Services REFLECTIONS CO-CHAIRS Isabel Friedman | Robin Rubin | Nancy Schiller OF HOPE GRAND LUNCHEON BENEFACTORS FEBRUARY Marilyn and Jay Weinberg 25, 2016 For more information 561.852.5013 or [email protected] |www.ralesjfs.org

Giving Back Through Volunteerism – Become the JFS Lifeline to Those in Need We are grateful to the 400+ volunteers who donated their time and talent to JFS in 2014. However, the critical needs of our community are growing, and we need YOUR help to accommodate the increase of requests for assistance that we field each and every day. Please sign up now to volunteer and help bring a compassionate Volunteers smile to those less fortunate. Contact: Nadine Greenberg, Director of Volunteer Wanted Services at 561.852.3333 or [email protected] If you have an hour a week or more, there is a rewarding opportunity for you!

Ongoing Volunteer Opportunities Event Volunteer Opportunities Kibbitz & Ride Drivers Telephone Reassurance Community Food Baggings at the Jacobson Meals on Wheels Drivers Jacobson Family Food Pantry Family Food Pantry Friendly Visitors Patient Advocacy Passover Model Seder Chaplaincy Program SNAP Assistance Café Europa Luncheons for Holocaust Survivors Community Mentoring Program Career & Employment Services Thanksgiving Day Banquet on the Federation Campus Caring Doctors Program Weisman Delray Community Center

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JFS STaff news Victoria Petruzzo Named Employee of the Year At JFS’ Annual Meeting this past April, Victoria Petruzzo, Director of Grants Management, was named Employee of the Year. Victoria is a writer of exceptional skill, able to paint a picture with words that resonates to those who are grantors of funds, enabling them to feel the work that we do. Our funding from many sources has increased, largely due to her ability to create a vision that people connect to. Congratulations to Victoria on her well-deserved honor.

Please welcome our newest employees:

Val Steinberg – VP/CFO Cary Scope – VP of Clinical Services

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