COMMUNitY DirECtOrY

2016 NOTHING LIKE IT ANYWHERE

“The most incredible experience we have ever had! The feeling is majestic. Nothing else matters when you’re creekside in your cottage and nature’s sound is all around you! Nothing like it anywhere.”

Only a short drive from the Valley — L’Auberge de Sedona, it just doesn’t get any better.

For reservations or more information please call Jewish News 844.876.0975 or visit lauberge.com NOTHING LIKE IT ANYWHERE

Let’s talk about something retirement communities hardly ever mention. Accreditation.

Because having the confidence and peace of mind of accreditation is important. So, let’s talk. La Siena is accredited by CARF International. It’s an independent organization that sets exceedingly high standards for care and service. It’s a lot like an accreditation for a hospital or college. Or a five-star rating for a hotel. But like most things in life, you have to see it to believe it. “The most incredible experience we have ever had! The feeling is majestic. So, let’s talk some more at a complimentary lunch and tour. Please call 602.635.2602 to schedule. Nothing else matters when you’re creekside in your cottage and nature’s sound is all around you! Nothing like it anywhere.”

Only a short drive from the Valley — Independent & Assisted Living Residences L’Auberge de Sedona, it just doesn’t get any better. 909 East Northern Avenue • Phoenix, AZ SRGseniorliving.com • 602.635.2602

For reservations or more information please call Community Directory 2016 1 844.876.0975 or visit lauberge.com tablE OF COntEntS Staff PubLISHER Jaime Stern COMMuNITY DIRECTORY EDITOR 4 PubliShEr’S 42 iSrAEl gRAPHICS PRODuCTION MANAgER lEttEr Agencies & Organizations Becky Globokar Travel MANAgINg EDITOR Leisah Woldoff 6 nEEd to Know ASSISTANT MANAgINg EDITOR 44 HEAlth & Salvatore Caputo 10 PoliticAl SPECIAL CONTENT EDITOR BreastwEllnESS Health/Genetic Testing Jennifer Goldberg inFormAtion Counseling STAff WRITER Dentistry Marilyn Hawkes Fitness MARKETINg MANAgER 14 liFEcYclE Pets Brit Milah Jennifer Starrett Mikvot ACCOuNT EXECuTIvES End of Life Susan Breakstone 46 CulturE, ArtS Susan Kabat & JudAicA Deb Karel Architecture 16 5775-5776 ADvERTISINg COORDINATOR Arts & Culture Julie Goggin CAndlE lighting/ Judaica HOliDAYS Media gRAPHIC DESIgNERS Needlework Jeannie Quiggle Photography & Videography Derek Tazioli 17 rEligiouS liFE SubSCRIPTIONS ADMINISTRATOR Valley Congregations Stephanie Shink Beyond the Valley Chaplaincy 48 CElEbrAtionS PubLIC NOTICES Catering Derek Tazioli Marriage Offi ciant Resorts Rabbinic Boards Venues EDITORIAL DEADLINE Noon Tuesday 9 days prior to publication ADvERTISINg DEADLINE 24 CommunitY 51 DiningBakeries Agencies 11 a.m. Friday Food Trucks Organizations & Programs 1 week prior to publication Public Affairs Markets & Shops Referral/Support Restaurants Phone: 602-870-9470 Singles fax: 602-870-0426 Young Adults www.jewishaz.com Israel Programs 53 BuSinESS & Cover design by Derek Tazioli SErvicESAccessories 30 EducAtion Attorneys Adult Education Insurance Programs Networking Preschools Real Estate Broker Day Schools Realtors Religious Schools Wealth Management Secular Schools College Students Financial Aid 56 SEnior rESourcE Hebrew Tutor GUiDE Defi nitions ©2015. Phoenix Jewish News Inc. (ISSN 1070- 5848) is published weekly, with an additional Resources issue in January and September, by Phoenix 38 Youth Social Programs Jewish News, LLC, dba Jewish News. A sub- Camps Support scription is $48 per year, payable in advance to Programs Residences Jewish News, 1430 E. Missouri Ave., Suite B225, Israel Programs Phoenix, AZ 85014, telephone 602-870-9470. Periodicals postage paid at Phoenix, . Referral/Support POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Jew- 73 indEx/PhonE ish News, 1430 E. Missouri Ave., Suite B225, DirEctorY Phoenix, AZ 85014. Vol. 67 No. 52 • September 9, 2015

2 Jewish News Community Directory 2016 3 PUBliSHEr’S lEttEr Keeping community connected in 5776 Another year is coming to an end, in connecting them to the Jewish other amazing events this past year, and I am proud to see the strength community. Our adult and youth and we look forward to continue to and commitment our community has education offerings allow everyone serve as a community partner. shown in 5775. the opportunity to learn, whether The opportunities to get We have more than 50 vibrant taking online Hebrew courses or connected and stay connected to congregations, participating in full days of learning. and community are endless, offering a variety of The Great Arizona Challah Bake and Jewish News is privileged to be social, educational in October drew nearly 650 women a weekly reminder of events, news and spiritual of all ages and denominations and resources for our readers. As programs across all to kick off a worldwide effort to we complete our 27th annual Jewish ages, backgrounds celebrate a single Shabbat in unity. News Community Directory, we look and affi liations. Our More than 1,000 people attended forward to sharing all the wonderful Jewish agencies Mazelpalooza 2014 in December, things in store for 5776. and organizations raising approximately $30,000 for are being recognized nationally the Jewish Federation of Greater L'Shalom! for innovative programming and Phoenix. In February, the inaugural growth. There are social groups for LimmudAZ, a day of Jewish learning, singles, young adults and families attracted about 400 people and that are actively reaching out to presenters from all over the country. interfaith and unaffi liated members Jewish News has been honored to Jaime Stern, of our community with great success be a part of some of these and many Publisher

If you open yourself to it, something charmed can happen to you at L’Auberge, like a fairy tale

L’Auberge de Sedona is quite remember for a lifetime. class experience, with a focus on simply one of the most beautiful In addition to the superior level nature-inspired treatments and and unique resorts in the world. of guest service L’Auberge de products, designed to rejuvenate, Surrounded by the magnifi scent Sedona is known for, L’Auberge heal and reduce stress. The Red Rocks of Sedona and uniquely Restaurant on Oak Creek and the unique treatment menu and situated on the banks of Oak Spa at L’Auberge are destinations signature L’Apothecary products Creek, the property offers a in their own rite. Dine al fresco have earned the spa numerous reprieve from the busyness of life along babbling Oak Creek and praises, including one of “The and the opportunity to linger in indulge in the most delectable Top Ten Organic Spas” in the nature-inspired luxury. cuisine at “one of the Top Ten world, according to Organic Spa Hailed as one of the most Restaurants in the Southwest” Magazine. romantic resorts in the United according to Condé Nast Traveler. For those looking for a world- States, L’Auberge de Sedona For wine enthusiasts, the selection class experience in a place that is the perfect destination for is impressive, having garnered is simply magical, look no further romantic escapes, anniversaries, the Wine Spectator’s “Award of than L’Auberge de Sedona. vow renewals and weddings. The Excellence” 19 consecutive times. staff members are eager to help Many choose Sedona as a orchestrate romantic moments destination to relax, unwind, from proposals to birthdays, connect with nature and slow and take pride in helping down the pace of life. The Spa create moments that guests will at L’Auberge offers a world- ADVERTORIAL

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PHOENIX Arizona Theatre Company Cutler✡Plotkin Jewish Heritage Center 200 W. Washington St. Office: 400 E. Van Buren St., Suite 720 122 E. Culver St. Phoenix, AZ 85003; 602-262-6011 Phoenix, AZ 85004 Phoenix, AZ 85004; 602-241-7870 www.phoenix.gov Venue: Herberger Theater Center Contact: Arizona Jewish Historical 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix, AZ 85004 Society PRESCOTT Box Office: 602-256-6995 www.azjhs.org 201 S. Cortez St. www.arizonatheatre.org Prescott, AZ 86303; (928) 777-1100 Desert Botanical Garden www.prescott-az.gov Ballet Arizona 1201 N. Galvin Parkway 2835 E. Washington St. Phoenix, AZ 85008; 480-941-1225 SCOTTSDALE Phoenix, AZ 85034; 602-381-0184 www.dbg.org 7447 E. Indian School Road www.balletaz.org Scottsdale, AZ 85251; 480-312-3111 Flagstaff Symphony www.scottsdaleaz.gov Celebrity Theatre Flagstaff, AZ 86002 440 N. 32nd St. Office & Tickets: (928) 774-5107 SEDONA Phoenix, AZ 85008; 602-267-1600 www.flagstaff.az.us/symphony 102 Roadrunner Drive www.celebritytheatre.com Sedona, AZ 86336 Grand Canyon Railway Museum www.sedonaaz.gov Chandler Center for the Arts 233 N. Grand Canyon Blvd. 250 N. Arizona Ave. Williams, AZ 86046; (800) 843-8726 TEMPE Chandler, AZ 85225; 480-782-2680 31 E. Fifth St. www.chandlercenter.org Heard Museum Tempe, AZ 85281; 480-350-4311 2301 N. Central Ave. www.tempe.gov Coconino Center for the Arts Phoenix, AZ 85004; 602-252-8848 2300 N. Fort Valley Road, U.S. 180 N. www.heard.org CULTURAL ATTRACTIONS Flagstaff, AZ 86002; (520) 779-6921 Herberger Theater Center Ak-Chin Pavilion Comerica Theatre 222 E. Monroe St. 2121 N. 83rd Ave. 400 W. Washington St. Phoenix, AZ 85004; 602-254-7399 Phoenix, AZ 85035; 602-254-7200 Phoenix, AZ 85003; 602-379-2800 www.herbergertheater.org www.livenation.com/venues/14282 www.comericatheatre.com Arizona Historical Society 1300 N. College Ave. Tempe, AZ 85281; 480-929-9499 www.arizonahistoricalsociety.org

Arizona Historical Society/ Pioneer Museum 2340 N. Fort Valley Road Flagstaff, AZ 86001; (520) 774-6272

Arizona Museum for Youth 35 N. Robson St. Mesa, AZ 85201; 480-644-2467 www.arizonamuseumforyouth.com

Arizona Opera 1636 N. Central Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85004; 602-266-7464 www.azopera.org

Arizona Science Center 600 E. Washington St. Phoenix, AZ 85004; 602-716-2000 www.azscience.org

Arizona State Capitol and Museum 1700 W. Washington St. Phoenix, AZ 85007; 602-926-3620 www.azlibrary.gov/museum

ASU Gammage Auditorium 1200 S. Forest Ave. Tempe, AZ 85287; 480-965-3434 www.asugammage.com

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Heritage Park Zoo Rosson House Museum Glendale Public Library 1403 Heritage Park Road 113 N. Sixth St. 5959 W. Brown St. Prescott, AZ; (928) 778-4242 Phoenix, AZ 85004; 602-262-5070 Glendale, AZ 85302; 623-930-3530 www.rossonhousemuseum.org www.glendaleaz.com/library 1 E. Main St. Scottsdale Center for the Mesa Public Library Mesa, AZ 85201; 480-644-6500 Performing Arts 64 E. First St. www.mesaartscenter.com 7380 E. Second St. Mesa, AZ 85201; 480-644-3100 Scottsdale, AZ 85251; 480-499-8587 www.mesalibrary.org Museum of Northern Arizona www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org 3101 N. Fort Valley Road Phoenix Public Library Flagstaff, AZ 86001; (928) 774-5213 Scottsdale Museum 1221 N. Central Ave. of Contemporary Art Phoenix, AZ 85004; 602-262-4636 Musical Instrument Museum 7374 E. Second St. www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org 4725 E. Mayo Blvd. Scottsdale, AZ 85251; 480-874-4666 Phoenix, AZ 85050; 480-478-6000 www.smoca.org Peoria Public Library www.mim.org 8463 W. Monroe St. Scottsdale Musical Theater Company Peoria, AZ 85345; 623-773-7555 Orpheum Theatre 602-909-4215 www.library.peoriaaz.gov 203 W. Adams St. www.scottsdalemusicaltheater.com Phoenix, AZ 85003; 602-262-7272 Scottsdale Public Library www.ticketmaster.com/Orpheum- Sedona Arts Center 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd. Theatre-tickets-Phoenix/venue/204960 N. Hwy. 89A & Art Bam Road Scottsdale, AZ 85251; 480-312-7323 Sedona, AZ 86339; (928) 282-3809 www.library.scottsdaleaz.gov Phippen Museum 4701 U.S. 89 N. Sharlot Hall Museum Tempe Public Library Prescott, AZ 86301; (928) 778-1385 415 W. Gurley St. 3500 S. Rural Road www.phippenmuseum.org Prescott, AZ 86301; (928) 445-3122 Tempe, AZ 85282; 480-350-5500 www.tempe.gov/library Phoenix Art Museum Sylvia Plotkin Judaica Museum 1625 N. Central Ave. Congregation Beth Israel PUBLIC SAFETY Phoenix, AZ 85004; 602-257-1222 10460 N. 56th St. Department of Public Safety (DPS) www.phxart.org Scottsdale, AZ 85253; 480-951-0323 602-223-2000; www.azdps.gov www.cbiaz.org/about/museum Phoenix Opera Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) 3120 W. Carefree Highway, Suite 1-106 Taliesin West 602-876-1000; www.mcso.org Phoenix, AZ 85086; (866) 673-7248 12621 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd. www.phoenixopera.org Scottsdale, AZ 85259; 480-860-2700 Police Non-Emergency Numbers: www.franklloydwright.org Phoenix Symphony Anthem 602-262-6151 1 N. First St., Suite 200 Tempe Center for the Arts Avondale 623-333-7001 Phoenix, AZ 85004 700 W. Rio Salado Parkway Buckeye 623-349-6400 Box Office: 602-495-1999 Tempe, AZ 85281; 480-350-2829 Carefree 602-876-1000 www.phoenixsymphony.org Box Office: 480-350-2822 Cave Creek 480-945-6311 www.tempe.gov/TCA Chandler 480-782-4130 Phoenix Theatre Fountain Hills 602-252-7840 100 E. McDowell Road The Arboretum at Flagstaff Gilbert 480-503-6500 Phoenix, AZ 85004; 602-254-2151 4001 S. Woody Mountain Road Glendale 623-930-3000 www.phoenixtheatre.com Flagstaff, AZ 86005; (928) 774-1441 Goodyear 623-932-1220 Mesa 480-644-2211 Paradise Valley 480-948-7410 Phoenix Zoo MAIN LIBRARIES 455 N. Galvin Parkway Phoenix 602-262-6151 Arizona State Library Peoria 623-773-8311 Phoenix, AZ 85008; 602-273-1341 1700 W. Washington St. www.phoenixzoo.org Queen Creek 602-876-1011 Phoenix, AZ 85007; 602-926-4035 Scottsdale 480-312-5000 www.lib.az.us Pioneer Living History Village Sun City 602-256-1011 3901 W. Pioneer Road Surprise 623-222-4000 Chandler Public Library Tempe 480-350-8311 Phoenix, AZ 85086; 623-465-1052 22 S. Delaware St. www.pioneeraz.org Chandler, AZ 85225; 480-782-2800 www.chandlerlibrary.org School registration Pueblo Grande Museum For school district information contact & Archaeological Park Gilbert S.E. Regional Library the Arizona Department of Education 4619 E. Washington St. 775 N. Greenfield Road at www.ade.az.gov. Phoenix, AZ 85034; 602-495-0901 Gilbert, AZ 85234; 602-652-3000 www.pueblogrande.org www.gilbertaz.gov/library To register your child at local public schools, present the following: • current immunization records • birth certificate 8 Jewish News nEed to know

• official transcripts from previous 201 E. Jefferson St. Connect/disconnect electric or power school Phoenix, AZ 85004; 602-379-7800 emergency: 602-371-7171 • proof of residence (utility bill) www.usairwayscenter.com www.aps.com

For Jewish preschools, religious Salt River Project schools and day schools, see the CAbLE/INTERNET SERvICES Electric Service: 602-236-8888 Cox Communications, Inc. Education section in this directory. www.srpnet.com Customer Service/Installation: 623-594-1000 Southwest Gas Corp. SPORTS vENuES www.cox.com/arizona Customer Assistance: (877) 860-6020 (Arizona Diamondbacks) Direct TV www.swgas.com 401 E. Jefferson St. (888) 418-6221 Phoenix, AZ 85004; 602-462-6500 www.directv.com vOTER REgISTRATION www.azchasefi eld.com DISH TV Arizona voters must be: • at least 18 years of age (888) 656-2461 Jobing.com Arena • a citizen (Phoenix Coyotes, Arizona Sting) www.dish.com • an Arizona resident 9400 W. Maryland Ave. CenturyLink • registered 29 days prior to the election Glendale, AZ 85305; 623-772-3200 General Customer Service: • not convicted of a felony or treason www.jobingarena.com (866) 642-0444 www.centurylink.com Mail-in registration forms available at: University of Phoenix Stadium • driver’s license offi ces (Arizona Cardinals) • county recorder’s offi ces 1 Cardinals Drive uTILITIES • Democratic and Republican party head- Glendale, AZ 85305; 602-379-0102 For water and sewer information, contact quarters www.universityofphoenixstadium.com appropriate city or visit: • city clerk offi ces www.azcc.gov/divisions/utilities/water • League of Women Voters US Airways Center (Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury, Arizona Public Service Information: 602-506-3535 Phoenix Roadrunners, Arizona Rattlers) General Offi ces: 602-250-1000 www.recorder.maricopa.gov

You want to give. JCF wants to help. The Jewish Community navigate the rules and regulations Mentoring young Foundation of Greater Phoenix is of charitable giving to maximize philanthropists: The B’nai Tzedek the leading Jewish organization for the impact of their contribution Youth Philanthropy Program sets charitable giving in the Valley of locally and around the world. the next generation on the path the Sun. The JCF serves its donors, Through the LIFE & LEGACY™ toward a personal and engaged its community and causes around program, JCF is giving local Jewish relationship to lifelong giving. the world in four ways: organizations the tools needed to Involvement in B’nai Tzedek gives Charitable fund creation: JCF secure their fi nancial futures, by local teens the opportunity to works with donors to create a developing their own permanent learn the value of tzedakah and meaningful charitable gift plan endowments. social action; gain experience in ranging from donor advised Grantmaking: Each year, donor leadership roles; and network with funds to permanent endowment contributions enable the JCF other Jewish teens. funds. Through JCF, givers have to award grants to a variety of Contact the JCF to see how far the ability to make a long-range organizations making a difference your charitable contributions can impact on the community both in Greater Phoenix and in Israel. go, and to make a difference in this in their lifetime and through their Local organizations that were generation and in generations to

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Arizona State Capitol Complex 1700 W. Washington St., Phoenix, AZ 85007 • Information Desk: 602-926-3559

ARIZONA SENATORS District Party Email Phone 26 D [email protected] 602-926-4118 6 R [email protected] 602-926-5409 15 R [email protected] 602-926-5766 Carlyle Begay 7 D [email protected] 602-926-5862 12 R [email protected] 602-926-4371 David Bradley 10 D [email protected] 602-926-5262 22 R [email protected] 602-926-5861 3 D [email protected] 602-926-5835 19 D [email protected] 602-926-5284 2 D [email protected] 602-926-5342 18 R [email protected] 602-926-5550 28 R [email protected] 602-926-3016 Steve Farley 9 D [email protected] 602-926-3022 David Farnsworth 16 R [email protected] 602-926-3020 14 R [email protected] 602-926-5895 24 D [email protected] 602-926-5325 John Kavanagh 23 R [email protected] 602-926- 5170 Debbie Lesko 21 R [email protected] 602-926-5413 Barbara McGuire 8 D [email protected] 602-926-5836 Al Melvin 11 R [email protected] 602-926-4326 30 D [email protected] 602-926-3425 Catherine Miranda 27 D [email protected] 602-926-4893 4 D [email protected] 602-926-3004 1 R [email protected] 602-926-5584 Martin Quezada 29 D [email protected] 602-926-5911 13 R [email protected] 602-926-4139 Steve Smith 11 R [email protected] 602-926-5685 Kelli Ward 5 R [email protected] 602-926-4138 Bob Worsley 25 R [email protected] 602-926-5760 Steve Yarbrough 17 R [email protected] 602-926-5863 20 R [email protected] 602-926-3024

U.S. SENATORS John McCain (R) 2201 E. Camelback Road, Suite 115, Phoenix, AZ 85016, 602-952-2410 www.mccain.senate.gov Jeff Flake (R) 2200 E. Camelback Road, Suite 120, Phoenix, AZ 85016, 602-840-1891 www.flake.senate.gov

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ARIZONA REPRESENTATIVES (See map on previous page) Dist Prty Email Phone (602) Dist Prty Email Phone (602) John C. Ackerley 2 R [email protected] 926-3077 Jay Lawrence 23 R [email protected] 926-3095 John Allen 15 R [email protected] 926-4916 11 R [email protected] 926-3106 24 D [email protected] 926-5829 David Livingston 22 R [email protected] 926-4178 Richard C. Andrade 29 D [email protected] 926-3130 22 R [email protected] 926-3297 6 R [email protected] 926-4129 10 D [email protected] 926-3398 Jennifer D. Benally 7 D [email protected] 926-3079 Debbie McCune Davis 30 D [email protected] 926-4485 Jr. 27 D [email protected] 926-3132 26 D [email protected] 926-4124 5 R [email protected] 926-5051 Javan “J.D.” Mesnard 17 R [email protected] 926-4481 Russell "Rusty" Bowers 25 R [email protected] 926-3128 Eric Meyer 28 D [email protected] 926-3037 20 R [email protected] 926-4173 13 R [email protected] 926-5894 Kate Brophy McGee 28 R [email protected] Steve Montenegro 13 R [email protected] 926-4486 926-5955 Noel W. Campbell 1 R [email protected] 926-3124 Jill Norgaard 18 R [email protected] 926-3140 Mark A. Cardenas 19 D [email protected] 926-3014 25 R [email protected] 926-5288 15 R [email protected] 926-5503 4 D [email protected] 926-3002 Ken Clark 24 D [email protected] 926-3108 12 R [email protected] 926-4136 5 R [email protected] 926-3126 Franklin Pratt 8 R [email protected] 926-5761 Doug Coleman 16 R [email protected] 926-3160 27 D [email protected] 926-3073 19 D [email protected] 926-3134 21 R [email protected] 926-3104 1 R [email protected] 926-5874 Bob Robson 18 R [email protected] 926-5549 12 R [email protected] Macario Saldate 3 D [email protected] 926-4171 926-5735 26 D [email protected] 926-3028 Charlene R. Fernandez 4 D [email protected] 926-3098 Thomas "T.J." Shope 8 R [email protected] 926-3012 11 R [email protected] 926-3122 9 D [email protected] 926-5683 Randall Friese 9 D [email protected] 926-3138 David W. Stevens 14 R [email protected] 926-4321 2 D [email protected] 926-3424 6 R [email protected] 926-5219 3 D [email protected] 926-3278 16 R [email protected] 926-4467 David M. Gowan Sr. 14 R [email protected] 926-3312 Michelle Ugenti 23 R [email protected] 926-4480 Rick Gray 21 R [email protected] 926-5993 29 D [email protected] Albert Hale 7 D [email protected] 926-4323 926-3144 Anthony Kern 20 R [email protected] 926-3102 17 R [email protected] 926-3092 30 D [email protected] 926-5058 10 D [email protected] 926-3300

U.S. REPRESENTATIVES Phone Website Ann Kirkpatrick (D-CD1) (202) 225-3361 www.kirkpatrick.house.gov Martha McSally (R-CD2) (202) 225-2542 www.mcsally.house.gov Raul M. Grijalva (D-CD3) (202) 225-2435 www.grijalva.house.gov Paul A. Gosar (R-CD4) (202) 225-2315 www.gosar.house.gov Matt Salmon (R-CD5) (202) 225-2635 www.salmon.house.gov David Schweikert (R-CD6) (202) 225-2190 www.schweikert.house.gov Ruben Gallego (D-CD7) (202) 225-4065 www.gallego.house.gov Trent Franks (R-CD8) (202) 225-4576 www.franks.house.gov (D-CD9) (202) 225-9888 www.sinema.house.gov

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BRIT MILAH The circumcisionBrit ceremony, milAh or brit milah, takes Many momentsmikvOt in Jewish life call for immersion in place on the eighth day following the birth of a male the mikvah, a ritual bath of “living waters.” child. (The fi rst day is included in the calculation.)

Each listed physician is ritually trained as a Mikvah Chaya Mushka mohel. Chabad of Phoenix 2110 E. Lincoln Drive Phoenix, AZ 85016 MIKVOT Paul M. Block, M.D., FACS 602-944-2753 Canyon State Urology Appointment: Mindy Wolfe, 602-317-7993 5750 W. Thunderbird Road, Suite B200 Tour: Tzippy Levertov, 602-944-2753 Glendale, AZ 85306; 602-375-1700 [email protected] [email protected] A mikvah for all Jewish women, regardless of af- fi liation. Run by volunteers. Offers speakers on the Steven Hauben, M.D. subject of taharat ha- (family purity). Scottsdale, AZ; 602-826-4131 END OF LIFE [email protected] Keilim Mikvah (for utensils) Phoenix Keilim Mikvah at the Phoenix Community Kollel Robert S. Lipson, M.D. 6516 N. Seventh St. Prostate Solutions of Arizona Phoenix, AZ 85014 2525 E. Arizona Biltmore Circle, Suite C-236 602-433-0300 Phoenix, AZ 85016; 480-326-1361 Gaby Friedman www.psa.md [email protected] Scottsdale Chabad Keilim Mikvah Alan B. Singer, M.D. at Chabad of Scottsdale Pediatrician 10215 N. Scottsdale Road 602-705-3501 Scottsdale, AZ 85253 [email protected] 480-998-1410 www.dralansinger.com

The rabbis listed below are ritually trained as The Stein Family Community Mikveh mohelim. Congregation Beth Israel 10460 N. 56th St. Scottsdale, AZ 85253 Rabbi Mendy Lipskier 480-951-0323 Member of the International Bris Association www.cbiaz.org 11010 N. Saguaro Blvd., Suite 105 A halachically-certifi ed mikvah open to the Jewish Fountain Hills, AZ 85268 community regardless of denomination, affi liation Offi ce: 480-776-4763; Home: 480-814-1016 or movement. [email protected] www.azbris.com Rabbi Yossie Semel End oF liFE 6804 N. 13th Place The Jewish traditions related to death and mourn- Phoenix, AZ 85014; 602-326-3885 ing are intended to recognize death as a part of life. [email protected] The traditions of preparing the body, sitting shiva (a www.azmohel.com seven-day period of mourning immediately after a funeral), saying Kaddish (prayer for the dead) and observing yahrzeit (anniversary of a death) provide a sense of structure at this diffi cult time of loss. Chevra Kadisha of Northern Arizona, Inc. President: Rabbi Nina Perlmutter, (928) 777-8172 (928) 708-0018 A nonprofit organization providing services for Jewish families facing death and dying issues. Offers tahara and educational programs about Jewish tradi- tions and teachings about these concerns.

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CEMETERIES MORTUARY Beth El Cemetery SINAI Located inside Greenwood Memorial Park SINAI 2300 W. Van Buren St. MORTUARY Phoenix, AZ 85009 MORTUARY Information: Eli Barzilai, 602-944-3359, ext. 112 Sinai Mortuary of Arizona Consecrated and strictly halachic Jewish burials; pre- 4538 N. 16th St. Arizona’s Only need arrangements available. Owned and operated Phoenix, AZ 85016 by Beth El Congregation. 602-248-0030 Jewish Funeral Home [email protected] www.sinaimortuary.net ...Ask your Rabbi Congregation Beth Israel Directors: Jonathan and Raymond Perlman Memorial Cemetery The Valley’s only Jewish funeral chapel. Serving all Don’t be misled by non-Jewish 305 S. 35th Ave. cemeteries. Prepaid funeral plans for all types of funeral homes. Phoenix, AZ 85009 arrangements. Established 1971. Jewish ownership, 480-951-0323 Jewish management. www.cbiaz.org/cemetery I See ad on this page Jewish Ownership • Jewish Management Consecrated and dedicated Jewish burial property owned and operated by Congregation Beth Israel. We know traditions and we believe in them. Garden of Shalom at Put your family’s milestone announcements in Phoenix Memorial Park Raymond Perlman, Director 200 W. Beardsley Road Jewish News every week. Jonathan Perlman, Director Phoenix, AZ 85027 Go to jewishaz.com 623-434-7000, Fax: 623-434-7012 602-248-0030 for the forms. 4538 North Sixteenth Street Green Acres Mortuary and Cemetery 401 N. Hayden Road Scottsdale, AZ 85257 (800) 34-DIGNITY (4-6489) 480-945-2654, Fax: 480-945-4308 www.dignitymemorial.com The following congregations have sections: Congregation Or Tzion Temple Emanuel of Tempe Temple Solel

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Mt. Sinai Cemetery 24210 N. 68th St. (off Pinnacle Peak Road) Phoenix, AZ 85054 Traditional Jewish burials 480-585-6060, Fax: 480-585-1924 Traditional Jewish burials www.mtsinaicemetery.com Traditional Jewish burials General Manager: Sandy Rife Caring professional staff A Jewish cemetery that cares about the Jewish com- Caring professional sta munity. Jewish-owned and -operated. Consecrated Intermarried Caring section professional available staff and halachic, with sidewalks throughout, covered outdoor chapel. Intermarried section. Intermarried section available I See ad on this page Intermarried section available 24210 N. 68th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85054 (off Pinnacle Peak Rd) (480) 585-6060 • mtsinaicemetery.com 2421024210 N. 68th N. Street,68th Phoenix, Street, AZ Phoenix, 85054 AZ 85054 (o Pinnacle(off PeakPinnacle Road) Peak Rd) (480)(480) 585-6060 585-6060 • www.mtsinaicemetery.com • mtsinaicemetery.com

Community Directory 2016 15 CAnDlE liGHtiNG/holidAYS Shabbat and holidays begin at sunset. Holidays are indicated in bold. For a full descriptions of the holidays go to jewishaz.com.

2015September 2016January June Candlelighting Shabbat Parsha Candlelighting Shabbat Parsha Candlelighting Shabbat Parsha ends ends ends Sept. 4 6:33 7:27 Ki Tavo Jan. 1 5:13 6:12 Shemot June 3 7:17 8:18 Bechukotai Sept. 11 6:23 7:17 Nitzavim Jan. 8 5:19 6:18 Va’eira Yom Yerushalayim Jan. 15 5:25 6:24 Bo June 5 Rosh Hashanah Jan. 22 5:32 6:30 Beshalach June 10 7:20 Bamidbar Sept. 13 6:20 Tu B’Shevat Shavuot Sept. 14 after 7:14 Jan. 25 June 12 after 8:22 Sept. 15 ends 7:13 Jan. 29 5:38 6:36 Yitro June 13 ends 8:23 Sept. 18 6:13 7:07 Vayelech June 17 7:23 8:24 Naso Sept. 25 6:04 6:57 Ha’Azinu February June 24 7:24 8:26 Behaalotecha Yom Kippur Sept. 22 6:07 Feb. 5 5:45 6:42 Mishpatim Sept. 23 ends 7:01 Feb. 12 5:52 6:48 Terumah July Feb. 19 5:58 6:54 Tetzaveh Sukkot Feb. 26 6:04 7:00 Ki Tisa July 1 7:24 8:25 Shlach Sept. 27 6:01 July 8 7:23 8:24 Korach Sept. 28 after 6:54 July 15 7:21 8:20 Chukat Sept. 29 ends 6:53 March July 22 7:17 8:16 Balak March 4 6:10 7:06 Vayak’hel July 29 7:12 8:10 Pinchas October March 11 6:15 7:11 Pekudei

Oct. 2 5:53 6:47 March 18 6:21 7:16 Vayikra August Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah Purim Aug. 5 7:06 8:03 Matot-Massei Oct. 4 5:53 March 24 Aug. 12 6:59 7:55 Devarim Oct. 5 after 6:44 March 25 6:26 7:22 Tzav Tisha B’Av Oct. 6 ends 6:43 Aug. 14 Oct. 9 5:44 6:38 Bereishit Aug. 19 6:51 7:46 Va’etchanan Oct. 16 5:36 6:29 Noach April Aug. 26 6:43 7:37 Eikev Oct. 23 5:27 6:22 Lech-Lecha April 1 6:31 7:27 Shemini Oct. 30 5:20 6:15 Vayeira April 8 6:36 7:33 Tazria April 15 6:42 7:39 Metzora September November Passover-April 22-30 Sept. 2 6:33 7:28 Re’eh April 22 6:47 Sept. 9 6:24 7:18 Shoftim Nov. 6 5:14 6:09 Chayei Sarah April 23 after 7:44 Sept. 16 6:14 7:08 Ki Teitzei Nov. 13 5:09 6:05 Toldot April 24 ends 7:45 Sept. 23 6:05 6:58 Ki Tavo Nov. 20 5:05 6:02 Vayeitzei April 28 6:51 Sept. 30 5:55 6:49 Nitzavim Nov. 27 5:03 6:00 Vayishlach April 29 6:52 April 30 ends 7:51 October December May Rosh Hashanah Dec. 4 5:02 6:00 Vayeishev Oct. 2 5:52 Hanukkah-Dec. 6-14 Yom Hashoah Oct. 3 after 6:46 Dec. 6 first candle May 5 Oct. 4 ends 6:45 Dec. 11 5:03 6:01 Mikeitz May 6 6:57 7:57 Acharei Dec. 18 5:05 6:04 Vayigash Yom Hazikaron Dec. 25 5:08 6:08 Vayechi May 11 Yom Ha’atzmaut May 12 May 13 7:03 8:03 Kedoshim May 20 7:08 8:08 Emor Lag B’Omer May 26 May 27 7:12 8:14 Behar 16 Jewish News rEliGiOUS Chabad of the East Valley Pollack Chabad Center for Jewish Life liFE vAllEY 875 N. McClintock Drive Chandler, AZ 85226 CongrEgAtionS 480-855-4333 [email protected] For information on additional programs call the www.chabadcenter.com congregations. VALLeY Rabbi Mendy Deitsch A branch of the worldwide Chabad-Lubavitch ConGReGATionS movement. An outreach organization that provides eAST VALLeY religious services regardless of background, affi li- ation or commitment to the the Southeast Valley Avde Torah Jayah communities. 1900 W. Chandler Blvd., Suite 15355 BeYonD The VALLeY Chandler, AZ 85224 Chabad of Mesa 602-518-0229 941 S. Maple [email protected] Mesa, AZ 85206 www.cryptojew.org 480-659-7001 Rabbi Yosef Garcia [email protected] Hispanic Sephardic/Crypto Jewish www.chabadmesa.com ChAPLAinCY serving Spanish-speaking . Torah, Hebrew Rabbi Laibel Blotner classes. Holiday celebrations. B’nai mitzvah. Shab- Weekly services, holiday events, Torah classes, teen bat services. Everyone welcome. Affi liation: Ijud programs, hospital visitations and Sunday school. Bene haAnusim BeAmerica. NefeshSoul eRUVS Chabad Jewish Center of Gilbert P.O. Box 51591 1154 S. Portland Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85076 Gilbert, AZ 85296-8803 480-759-1930 480-269-6680 [email protected] [email protected] www.nefeshsoul.org www.jewishgilbert.com Rabbi Susan Schanerman MARRiAGe oFFiCiAnT Rabbi Shimi Ash Cantorial Soloist Susan Colin Branch of the worldwide Chabad-Lubavitch move- An inclusive, nondenominational community that ment. Building a thriving Jewish community in offers Shabbat services, study groups, classes, Gilbert inspired by the wonders of Torah. Innovative holiday and lifecycle celebrations, social action programming and classes. programs and more. For all ages. RABBiniC BoARDS Chabad Jewish Student Center Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation at ASU P.O. Box 11479 971 S. Ash Ave. Chandler, AZ 85248 Tempe, AZ 85281 623-975-4272, 623-640-5913 480-736-8672 [email protected] [email protected] www.sljc.org www.jewishasu.com Rabbi Irwin Wiener, D.D. Rabbi Shmuel Tiechtel Cantor Ronda Polesky Providing full Shabbat and holiday services for the President: Wende Levy ASU Jewish community. Prayer services are warm, Reform congregation. Five hundred members in interactive, beginner-friendly and for all Jewish Sun Lakes and surrounding areas. Services: second people regardless of affi liation or background. Friday of each month, High Holidays, special occasions at All Faiths Chapel. Twilight services.

Temple Beth Shalom and Community Center of the Northwest Valley A REFORM CONGREGATION THAT HONORS TRADITION 12202 N. 101st. Ave. Sun City, AZ 85351 5801 S. RURAL ROAD 623-977-3240 TEMPE, AZ 85283 480-838-1414 www.templebethshalomaz.org WWW.EMANUELOFTEMPE.ORG Community Directory 2016 17 REliGiOUS liFE

Cantorial Soloist: Dr. Nancy Cohen President: Gigi Stacy Membership VP: Barbara Schwartz Reform congregation. Services: first Friday of every month, Maricopa County Library, 9666 E. Riggs Temple Emanuel of Tempe Road, Sun Lakes. Everyone is welcome. 5801 S. Rural Road Temple Beth Sholom Tempe, AZ 85283 of the East Valley 480-838-1414, Fax: 480-838-2192 Phoenix [email protected] 3400 N. Dobson Road www.emanueloftempe.org Ahavat Israel Chandler, AZ 85224 Rabbi Dean Shapiro Bucharian Jewish Community Center 480-897-3636, Fax: 480-897-3633 Rabbi Jason Bonder 727 E. Glendale Ave., Suite A [email protected] Rabbi Emeritus David Pinkwasser Phoenix, AZ 85020 www.tbsev.org Cantorial Soloist: Emily Kaye 480-420-4540 Rabbi Kenneth Leitner Executive Director: Beth Olson Rabbi Baruch Cohen, 602-348-7968 President: Steve Millman President: Howard Paley Traditional congregation, daily services, adult and Youth Commissioner: Michele Millman Founded 1976. Affiliated with Union for Reform children’s education, holiday awareness, women’s A welcoming contemporary-traditional egalitarian Judaism. Preschool, toddler programs, religious events, children’s activities and bar and bat mitzvah community. Affiliated with USCJ. Programs for first school, youth groups, chavurot, outreach, adult preparation. No membership required. grade through high school, adults and seniors, b’nai mitzvah, social action, Judaica shop, adult Sisterhood, Men’s Club and social action projects. education, Torah study. ■ See ad on page 20 ■ See ad on page 17 Aviv of Arizona P.O. Box 80553 Phoenix, AZ 85060 Temple Havurat Emet 480-382-8481 P.O. Box 13111 [email protected] Chandler, AZ 85248-0036 www.avivaz.com 480-802-5676 Chavurah for LGBT Jews and supporters. Focuses on [email protected] promoting Jewish heritage and spirituality. Monthly www.templehavuratemet.org Shabbat services, cultural, social and community Rabbi Janet Madden events. Confidentiality is respected.

BETH AMI TEMPLE

Beth Ami Temple Services: 3535 E. Lincoln Drive Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 Mailing Address: 3104 E. Camelback Road, Suite 508 Phoenix, AZ 85016 602-956-0805 or 602-840-7250 [email protected] www.bethamitemple.org Rabbi Arthur J. Abrams Cantorial Soloist: Pam Beitman Boutique Reform temple for active adults seeking spiritual and social connections. Modest dues. Clubs and activities: cultural events, speakers, hiking, tennis, mahjong and community involvement.

Beth El Congregation 1118 W. Glendale Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85021 602-944-3359, Fax: 602-944-3565 www.bethelphoenix.com Rabbi Arthur Lavinsky Cantor Sam Goldman

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Executive Director: Anne Schafer President: Barbara Becker Chabad of Paradise Valley North Valley Jewish Community Welcoming egalitarian, Conservative congregation. Mailing address: 5402 E. Lincoln Drive Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 Association Twice-daily minyan. Affiliated with USCJ. Preschool, Anthem, AZ Talmud Torah, summer camp, adult education, 480-788-9310 [email protected] 623-256-0658 chavurah, Kadima/USY, social and cultural [email protected] programming, social action projects. www.jewishparadisevalley.com Rabbi Shlomy Levertov www.nvjca.org Provides religious services regardless of background, Fran Kesselman, 623-322-0957 affiliation or commitment. Programming includes A welcoming Reform Jewish congregation serving Beth Joseph Congregation the North Valley. Provides High Holiday and 515 E. Bethany Home Road adult education, holiday awareness, women’s events, children’s activities, bar and bat mitzvah monthly Shabbat services as well as social events. Phoenix, AZ 85012 New members welcome. 602-277-8858 preparation. [email protected] www.phoenixbethjoseph.org Chabad of Phoenix Rabbi 2110 E. Lincoln Drive Rabbi Yisroel Isaacs Phoenix, AZ 85016 Founded in 1965. A 130-family synagogue affiliated 602-944-2753, Fax: 602-916-0999 with the Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations. [email protected] Daily services. Hosts many of the JEC (Jewish www.chabadaz.com Enrichment Center) classes. Rabbi Dov Levertov Traditional congregation, daily services, adult Bukharian Jewish Congress education, children’s services, Women’s Circle. Religious services provided regardless of of Arizona background, affiliation or commitment. No 1601 E. Bell Road, Suite A-3 membership required. Phoenix, AZ 85022 An organization with members from United States, ✡ Canada, Israel, Russia and more. About 850 families in Arizona. Synagogue, high school, Sunday school, women’s association, youth organization. Chabad of Anthem Congregation Merkaz Ha-Iyr 42302 N. Vision Way, Suite 104 Shadow Rock UCC Anthem, AZ 85086 12861 N. Eighth Ave. 623-349-1770 Phoenix, AZ 85029 [email protected] 480-414-5213 www.jewishanthem.com www.congregationmerkaz.org Rabbi Yossi Friedman [email protected] Serving Anthem, Tramonto, Desert Hills, New River Rabbi Erica Burech WHERE EVERY MEMBER and Black Canyon City. Song Leader: Tracy Leonard-Warner Director of Hebrew & Religious School: Erica Schwartz FEELS LIKE PART OF A Progressive, inclusive congregation in central Chabad of Downtown Phoenix. High Holiday services, monthly Shabbat JEWISH FAMILY! Phoenix, AZ services, social activities, social action, adult, family 602-492-5559 and youth education, youth activities. Follow us on Facebook [email protected] ■ See ad on page 23 (ArizonaReformCongregation) www.jewishdowntownphoenix.com Rabbi Levi Levertov and Twitter (@cbiaz) Serving the downtown area with classes and Congregation Torat Emet 480.951.0323 • www.cbiaz.org one-on-one learning. Providing an open-door 602-321-3722 environment for strengthening and enhancing [email protected] Jewish values and identity to all people. Rabbi Reuven Mann An Orthodox shul which transcends denomina- tional divides, bringing all Jews together. Non- Chabad of North Phoenix judgmental approach for all levels of religious 22044 N. 44th St., Suite 102 background. Phoenix, AZ 85050 480-442-8672 [email protected] Kehillas Shomrei Emunim www.ourjewishcenter.com 522 E. Glendale Ave. Life Cycle Rituals & Celebrations Rabbi Mendy Levertov Phoenix, AZ 85020 Private Judaic Instruction Outreach program provides religious services 602-345-1179 Interfaith Couple Guidance regardless of background. Serving North [email protected] Phoenix, Cave Creek and Carefree. Hebrew school, www.shomreiemunim.com Wedding and/or synagogue, adult education, community programs, Rabbi Shimon Yerucham Green Commitment Ceremonies holiday awareness, children’s activities. A shul dedicated to helping all Jewish people Special outreach to LGBT community serve Hashem and His Torah at the highest level of integrity, and love His people. Rabbi Irwin Wiener p:623-975-4272 • e:[email protected]

Community Directory 2016 19 REliGiOUS liFE Ohr Hatorah Congregation Shaarei Tzedek Chabad of Fountain Hills 6516 N. Seventh St., Suite 202 Mailing address: c/o Martin Miller 11010 N. Saguaro Blvd., Suite 105 Phoenix, AZ 85014 7608 N. 18th Ave. Fountain Hills, AZ 85268 480-359-5572 Phoenix, AZ 85021 480-776-4763, Fax: 480-814-1016 [email protected] President: Martin Miller, 602-944-1133 [email protected] www.ohrhatorahphoenix.org Gabai: Norton Goldberg www.jewishfountainhills.com Rabbi Raphael Landesman This haimish, traditional synagogue welcomes all Rabbi Mendy Lipskier President: Rabbi Elimelech Adler to its services. Services: 9 a.m. Saturdays, located Branch of worldwide Chabad-Lubavitch movement. Open, warm, welcoming Orthodox shul. A place in the Beth El Education Wing, 1118 W. Glendale An outreach organization providing religious for all Jews to grow, regardless of their level of Ave., Phoenix. services, adult and youth education, regardless of knowledge or observance. background or affiliation. Or Adam Congregation for Chabad of Scottsdale Humanistic Judaism 10215 N. Scottsdale Road Temple Chai Scottsdale, AZ 85253 Services & activities: 4645 E. Marilyn Road 480-998-1410 Cutler✡Plotkin Phoenix, AZ 85032 [email protected] 122 E. Culver St. 602-971-1234, Fax: 602-971-5909 www.chabadofscottsdale.org Phoenix, AZ 85004 [email protected] Rabbi Yossi Levertov Mailing address: www.templechai.com Director: Candy Welner 7904 E. Chaparral Road, Suites A110-278 Rabbi Mari Chernow Hebrew School: Dina Levertov Scottsdale, AZ 85250 Rabbi Bonnie Koppell JLI: Rabbi Levi Levertov 480-663-7788 Cantor Ross Wolman The Rosh Chodosh Society: Chaya Levertov [email protected] Rabbi Emeritus William C. Berk Warm community, with a broad spectrum of www.oradam.com Cantor Emerita Sharona Feller attendees. Daily services, children’s programs Services Leader/President: Madrikh Jeffrey Schesnol Executive Director: Joe Miller and clubs, Hebrew school, adult education, bikkur Administrator: Miki Safadi Reform congregation, caring community. Kabbalat cholim, sisterhood. Located next to Mazel Tov Gifts Nontraditional Jewish celebration of family, heritage Shabbat, Shacharit, Tot Shabbat. Seniors, social and Kitchen 18. and culture with an emphasis on finding strength action, young adults, adult education, family, youth, and inspiration. Shabbat and holiday services, adult men’s/women’s programming, religious school, and youth education, family programs. early childhood education. ■ See ad on page 21 Young Israel of Phoenix Temple Beth Sholom 6232 N. Seventh St., Suite 107 Congregation Beth Hagivot Phoenix, AZ 85014 P.O. Box 19498 of the East Valley 602-265-8888, Fax: 602-265-8867 Fountain Hills, AZ 85269 [email protected] 480-650-3061 www.yiphoenix.org [email protected] Rabbi Yossi Bryski www.bethhagivot.com President: Oren Ephraim Spiritual Leader: Jessie Rubenstein Fast-growing, full-service Orthodox synagogue President: Julie Orwin Got Ruach? that embraces all Jews regardless of age, affiliation, Reform unaffiliated congregation with monthly commitment or background. Classes, sisterhood, Shabbat services and High Holiday services. We do social events and Shabbat morning children’s Meets at Fountains Methodist Church, 15300 N. and we program. Fountain Hills Blvd. want you! SCoTTSDALe/ noRTheAST VALLeY Congregation Beth Israel Ahavas Torah 10460 N. 56th St. The only traditional Scottsdale, AZ 85253 Conservative synagogue 13402 N. Scottsdale Road, Suites B140-150 480-951-0323, Fax: 480-951-7150 Scottsdale, AZ 85254 www.cbiaz.org in the East Valley 480-467-4593 Rabbi Stephen I. Kahn [email protected] Rabbi Rony Keller www.ahavastorah.org Executive Director: Cathy Rabinovitch Rabbi Ariel Shoshan President: Gail Baer 3400 N. Dobson Rd. Rabbi Rob Glazer Founded in 1920. Affiliated with Union for Reform Youth Director: Chaim Zimmerman Judaism. Preschool, religious school, youth Chandler, AZ 85224 President: David Pinkus program, adult education, social action, library, Dedicated to personal growth, Torah study, museum, cemetery and Camp Daisy and Harry Stein. 480.897.3636 and divine service. Daily minyanim and classes, www.tbsev.org Shabbos and Yom Tov services, social and ■ See ad on page 19 educational programs for Jews of all ages and backgrounds. 20 Jewish News REliGiOUS liFE

Traditional and independent, striving to promote 480-941-4112 Jewish study and gemilut chasadim. Warm, haimish www.tbescottsdale.org and welcoming. Inspirational and contemporary Cantor Howard Tabaknek services. President: Bernard Weingarten Conservative congregation founded 1983. Desert Foothills Jewish Community Members are primarily adults without school-age Congregation Beth Tefillah children. Services: Saturdays all year. No building 10636 N. 71st Way Association fund, no school fees, reasonable dues. Scottsdale, AZ 85254 P.O. Box 25068 480-600-5065, Fax: 480-607-9992 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 [email protected] 480-585-4437 Temple Kol Ami www.bethtefillahaz.org www.dfjca.org Rabbi Pinchas Allouche President: Bonnie Clewans President: Victoria Conrad Shabbat services third Friday of each month, 7:30 The primary objective is to be a “House of Prayer” p.m., followed by a program. North Scottsdale Temple Kol Ami and a spiritual lighthouse to every Jewish person, location. High Holiday services and social events. 15030 N. 64th St. regardless of background or level of observance. Scottsdale, AZ 85254 480-951-9660, Fax: 480-951-5231 Lchaim Shulounge [email protected] 10462 N. 60th Place www.templekolami.org Congregation Kehillah Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 Rabbi Jeremy Schneider 7430 E. Pinnacle Peak Road, Suite 132 (347) 721-2161 Rabbi Emeritus B. Charles Herring Scottsdale, AZ 85255 [email protected] Cantorial Soloist Gregg Luchs 602-369-7667 www.lchaimshul.com President: Lisa Elbogen [email protected] Rabbi Leizer Rodal Welcoming Reform congregation where innovation www.congregationkehillah.org A group who enjoys a relaxed, laid-back, intimate, meets tradition. Services and classes are warm and Rabbi Bonnie Sharfman heimish synagogue environment with no pretense. engaging. K-8 religious school, Early Childhood President: Richard Goldman Celebrating all holidays in an inclusive and warm Center, adult/youth programs, eBrew-online Administrator: Renee Jofee spiritual home, sharing deep commitment to Hebrew for adults and children. Growing north Scottsdale synagogue offering Judiasm. Shabbat/High Holidays, YEP! (youth) and adult education, b’nai mitzvah, FYC (families with young children), multigenerational programming, social Ruach Hamidbar-Spirit of the Desert action, interfaith projects. Kabbalat Shabbat services meet at North Scottsdale United Methodist Church 11735 N. Scottsdale Road Scottsdale, AZ 85254 Temple Solel 602-321-3336 6805 E. McDonald Drive [email protected] Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 www.ruach.org 480-991-7414, Fax: 480-951-0829 Congregation Or Tzion Rabbi Sarah Leah Grafstein www.templesolel.org Jewish Renewal and Carlebach davvening, Rabbi John Linder 9096 E. Bahia Drive, Suite 106 meditation, chanting, storytelling, drumming, Rabbi Ilana Mills Scottsdale, AZ 85260 farbrengens, Rosh Chodesh celebrations, chassidus Rabbi Emeritus Maynard W. Bell 480-342-8858, Fax: 480-393-7990 and kabbalah classes. Welcoming everyone, Cantorial Soloist Todd Herzog [email protected] including Jews-by-choice, GLBTQ and differently- Executive Director: Ben Davis www.congregationortzion.org abled. President: Randall Udelman Rabbi Micah Caplan Reform congregation founded in 1966. Adult b’nai Rabbi Emeritus Mark J. Bisman mitzvah, adult education, men’s and women’s Executive Director: Jacob Proud Temple Beth Emeth of Scottsdale groups, choir, social action, family education, youth President: Linda Moskowitz 7330 E. Earll Drive, Suite L groups, religious school and preschool. Conservative, multigenerational, participatory, Mailing address: P.O. Box 2831 egalitarian community affiliated with USCJ. Scottsdale, AZ 85252 Programming for all ages: traditional and creative Shabbat services, daily minyanim, holidays, religious school, adult education and b’nai mitzvah training. ■ See ad on page 22 Congregation Shomrei Torah Meets at Ina Levine Jewish Community Campus 12701 N. Scottsdale Road Scottsdale, AZ 85254 Mailing address: 4927 E. Evans Drive Inspires and Ignites Scottsdale, AZ 85254 602-320-3369 [email protected] Robust Jewish Life www.congregationshomreitorah.com Hazzan Bernard Savitz President: Dr. Eric Schlesinger For more information, visit templechai.com [email protected] 602-971-1234 4645 E. Marilyn Road, Phoenix 85032 Community Directory 2016 21 REliGiOUS liFE

14295 W. La Reata Ave. Goodyear, AZ 85395 623-466-6110 [email protected] Temple Gan Elohim The New Shul www.jewishgoodyear.com Services and activities: Beth Emeth Congregation of the West Valley 7825 E. Paradise Lane Rabbi Berel Zaklikofsky Southwest Valley Jewish community center serv- 13702 W. Meeker Blvd. Scottsdale, AZ 85260 Sun City West, AZ 85375 480-515-2272 ing the West Valley communities with its open- door policy since December 2010. P.O. Box 12097 [email protected] Glendale, AZ 85318-2097 www.thenewshul.org 623-210-7435 Rabbi Elana Kanter Congregation Beth Chaverim www.templeganelohim.org Rabbi Michael Wasserman Rabbi Tracee Rosen An independent synagogue with a deep sense Services currently held with Temple Gan Elohim President: Jim Shoffer of community and a commitment to traditional- P.O. Box 5202 Not an ordinary temple. A welcoming, progressive egalitarian worship, Jewish learning and Sun City West, AZ 85376 Reform community for all ages, lifestyles. Infusing community service. Frank Adelman [email protected] Jewish life with meaning through worship, learning, www.congbethchaverim.org spiritually, connection and friendship. A welcoming Reform congregation dedicated to preserving Jewish heritage. Services: September- WeST VALLeY May, first and third Fridays and holidays. Beth Emeth Congregation bEYond of the West Valley 13702 W. Meeker Blvd. thE vAllEy Sun City West, AZ 85375 623-584-7210, Fax: 623-975-2976 [email protected] Temple Beth Shalom FLAGSTAFF www.bethemethaz.org Rabbi David Rosenberg and Jewish Community Center Chabad Jewish Community Center A Conservative egalitarian multi-generational of the Northwest Valley congregation. Founded in 1964. Adult education, of Flagstaff Sisterhood, Men’s Club. 12202 N. 101st Ave. Sun City, AZ 85351 1254 W. University Ave., Ste. 130 623-977-3240, Fax: 623-977-3214 Flagstaff, AZ 86001 Chabad of the Northwest Valley [email protected] (928) 255-5756 www.templebethshalomaz.org [email protected] 7942 W. Bell Road, C5 #101 [email protected] Glendale, AZ 85308 Rabbi Shelly W. Moss D.D., Ph.D. Rabbi Emeritus Arthur J. Abrams L.D., D.D. www.jewishflagstaff.com 602-375-2422 Rabbi Dovie Shapiro [email protected] Cantorial Soloist Baruch Koritan www.ichabad.org President: Mary Grill Savoren Rabbi Sholom Lew Affiliated with Union for . Services Heichal Baoranim 7 p.m. Sisterhood, Brotherhood, social, cultural and Jewish community center for the West Valley. P.O. Box 31058, Flagstaff, AZ 86003 educational events. Torah study, “Coffee and Me” Open to the community regardless of background, (928) 527-8747 with rabbi. Religious and Hebrew school, Training commitment or affiliation. No membership [email protected] Wheels, gift shop. required. www.heichalbaoranim.org ■ See ad on page 17 Rabbi Emeritus Nina Perlmutter Chabad Jewish Center of Goodyear President: David Miggins Religious School: Rachel Sturm Affiliated with Union for Reform Judaism. Shabbat and holiday services, religious school from parent- tot through b’nai mitzvah and holiday observances. LAKe hAVASU CiTY Temple Beth Sholom of Lake Havasu City 116 N. Acoma Blvd. Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403 a multi-generational (928) 680-0017 [email protected] highly participatory www.tbshavasu.org family-friendly Rabbi Elliot Rosenbaum Services: As listed on website. Holiday services and Conservative Congregation in Scottsdale, AZ religious school.

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22 Jewish News REliGiOUS liFE Temple B’rith Shalom Orthodox Rabbinical Council 2077 Brohner Way Prescott, AZ 86301 EruvS of Greater Phoenix (928) 708-0018 c/o Beth Joseph Congregation [email protected] Chandler Project 515 E. Bethany Home Road www.brithshalom-az.org Chandler and Tempe Phoenix, AZ 85012 Rabbi Jessica Rosenthal chandlereruv.com 602-277-8858 Affiliated with Union for Reform Judaism. Call for [email protected] service times and other information. Rabbi David Rebibo Phoenix Community Eruv Provides services to individuals and families North Central Phoenix in keeping with halachic discipline, including SeDonA 602-264-3788 rabbinical courts, mediation services, chevra kadisha, Twitter: @PhoenixEruv bereavement counseling, hospital visitations and Jewish Community of Sedona community events. and the Verde Valley Valley Eruv Project Paradise Valley, Phoenix and Scottsdale 100 Meadowlark Drive Greater Phoenix Vaad Hakashruth 480-389-5736 P.O. Box 10242 515 E. Bethany Home Road arizonaeruv.org Sedona, AZ 86339 Phoenix, AZ 85012; 602-277-8858 (928) 204-1286, Fax: (928) 204-2616 [email protected] [email protected] www.kosherphoenix.org www.jcsvv.org Rabbinic Administrator: Rabbi David Rebibo Rabbi Alicia Magal Directors of Kashruth: Rabbi Yisroel Isaacs President: Bonnie Golub mArriAgE The Vaad, founded in 1965, supervises meals, in- Shabbat and High Holiday services. Break-the-fast, cluding banquets, weddings, bar and bat mitzvahs, Hanukkah party, Purim event and community OFFiciAnt conventions and barbecues at selected hotels and Passover seder. Religious, cultural and social other venues by arrangement. Locally produced activities year round. Rabbi Irwin Wiener, D.D. products bearing the symbol are also available in grocery stores. 623-975-4272, Cell: 623-640-5913 [email protected] YUMA www.livingwithfaith.tateauthor.com Private instruction: Principles and basics of Judaism and holiday observances. Special guidance for Congregation Beth HaMidbar interfaith couples, outreach to LGBT community and personalized wedding ceremony. Lifecycle and Yuma Jewish Community events and celebrations. ✡ Council ■ See ad on page 19 P.O. Box 5634 Yuma, AZ 85366 Meets at 781 S. Second Ave., Yuma Information: (928) 210-8368 [email protected] rAbbinic Come join us at our www.bethhamidbar.org For services information please call or email. boArdS new home!

Photos provided by the congregations. Welcoming, egalitarian congregation • Worship • Study Board of Rabbis of Greater Phoenix • Community service ChAplAincY [email protected] www.boardofrabbisphoenix.org • Limmud (Hebrew & religious Arizona Department of Public President: Rabbi Jeremy Schneider Safety (DPS) Vice President: Rabbi Robert Kravitz education) Rabbi Robert L. Kravitz, chaplain Immediate Past President: Rabbi Rony Keller 602-223-2212 Provides religious leadership to the Greater Phoenix Jewish community. Congregation Merkaz Ha-Iyr ■ See ad on page 5 City of Scottsdale Police at Shadow Rock Department 12861 N. 8th Ave. Rabbi Robert L. Kravitz, chaplain 480-312-5000 Phoenix, AZ 85029 480-414-5213 www.congregationmerkaz.org

Community Directory 2016 23 COmmUnitY Jewish Community Center/ AgEnciES East Valley AGENCIES 908 N. Alma School Road Bureau of Jewish Education Chandler, AZ 85224 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 206 480-897-0588, Fax: 480-517-0124 Scottsdale, AZ 85254 [email protected] 480-634-8050, Fax: 480-634-8051 www.evjcc.org [email protected] Executive Directors: Hadassah Baldinger and ORGANIZATIONS Director: Myra Shindler Charlie Reidhead Family Educator Coordinator: Linda Feldman President: Ilana Myerson & PROGRAMS Library Director: Elaine Hirsch Open to all ages. Child care, preschool, afterschool, Jewish Marriage and Jewish Baby University, par- camp, youth and senior programs, adult classes and enting programs and classes, Baby and Me, Toddler lectures, cultural arts and Israeli culture. Shabbats, Hebrew High, PJ Library, Lending Library and Jewish Community Resource Center. Card PUBLIC AFFAIRS catalog online. Chabad of Arizona Jewish Community Center/ 2110 E. Lincoln Drive Valley of the Sun Phoenix, AZ 85016 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 201 REFERRAL/SUPPORT 602-944-2753, Fax: 602-749-1131 Scottsdale, AZ 85254 [email protected] 480-483-7121, Fax: 480-483-8441 www.chabadaz.com www.vosjcc.org Director: Rabbi Zalman Levertov President and CEO: Stuart Wachs Headquarters invested in community education and Board Chair: David Tinkelman outreach. Tuition organization, camp, chaplaincy, Building connections within the Jewish community SINGLES Roving Rabbis, library, child/adult education, Friend- by enriching physical, mental and spiritual growth ship Circle, Smile on Seniors, CTeen, pastoral services, through an array of educational, cultural, social, fi t- mikvah. Nineteen locations. ness and recreational programs.

Ina Levine Jewish YOUNG ADULTS Community Campus 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 120 Scottsdale, AZ 85254 480-634-4944, Fax: 480-634-4586 Jewish Community Foundation www.iljcc.org of Greater Phoenix Campus Manager: Kirk Toth 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 202 ISRAEL PROGRAMS Home to: Jewish Community Federation of Greater Scottsdale, AZ 85254 Phoenix, Valley of the Sun Jewish Community 480-699-1717, Fax: 480-699-1807 Center, Bureau of Jewish Education, Council For [email protected] Jews With Special Needs, Jewish Tuition Or- www.jcfphoenix.org ganization, Jewish Community Foundation, President and CEO: Richard Kasper Jewish Genetic Diseases Center. Chair: Beth Jo Zeitzer Partners with individuals and nonprofi ts to ensure a vibrant, enduring Jewish community. Sponsors B’nai Tzedek Youth Philanthropy and LIFE & LEGACY™ programs, and annual grantmaking supporting Jewish causes. Jewish Federation ■ See ad on page 3 of Greater Phoenix 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 201 Jewish Community Foundation Scottsdale, AZ 85254 480-634-4900, Fax: 480-634-4588 of Greater Prescott, Inc. [email protected] P.O. Box 2684 www.jewishphoenix.org Prescott, AZ 86302 President and CEO: Stuart Wachs (928) 771-3737, Fax: (928) 771-0980 Board Chair: Steven Schwarz [email protected] Builds vibrant Jewish communities, enriches lives www.jcfgp.org and helps Jews in need in Phoenix, Israel and around President: David S. Hess, (928) 771-0978 the world through the generosity of our community. Chair, Grants Committee: Michelle Falick ■ See ad back page Develops, sustains and ensures the welfare, cultural heritage and continuity of a strong and vibrant Jew- ish community through the creation and growth of endowment funds.

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Chairperson: Janice Friebaum Subsidiary of Phoenix Holocaust Survivors’ Associa- OrgAnizAtionS tion. Adult children and grandchildren of Holocaust survivors. Monthly discussion group, educational programs and social events. Provides comfort and /ProgrAmS assistance to local survivors. B’nai B’rith International Jewish Family & Children’s Service 1120 20th St., NW, suite 300N Hadassah Devorah Chapter (JFCS) Washington, D.C. 20036 374 W. Pecan Place (888) 388-4224 4747 N. Seventh St., Suite 100 Tempe, AZ 85284 [email protected] 480-656-7327 Phoenix, AZ 85014 www.bnaibrith.org 602-279-7655, Fax: 602-253-7065 [email protected] Organization committed to the security and con- www.hadassah.org/regions/desert-mountain/ [email protected] tinuity of the Jewish people and the State of Israel, www.jfcsaz.org devorah.html combating anti-Semitism, bigotry and ignorance, Supports health and well-being, Israel, medical President and CEO: Michael R. Zent, Ph.D. and providing service to the community. Board Chairman: Carol Kern research and a sense of community in the Southeast Behavioral health, social services for adults and chil- Valley. dren who are facing mental and medical challenges. Brandeis University Individual and family counseling, senior services, Brandeis National Committee - Phoenix Chapter Hadassah Shalom Chapter substance abuse programs and career services. P.O. Box 13775 Clinics in Phoenix, Glendale, Avondale and Mesa. Shirley Shalett, 480-883-9159 Scottsdale, AZ 85267 Area: Sun Lakes Customer Service and Referral Center: 602-256-0528 480-359-7262 Victims of Domestic Violence: 602-452-4640 Meetings: monthly, afternoons www.brandeisphoenix.com Any age welcome. Homebased Services and Prevention Programs: President: Carol Abrams, [email protected] 602-257-9314 Provides study groups, community service, events Older Adult Services: 602-452-4627 and faculty speakers. Supports libraries, scientifi c Hadassah Tikvah West Valley ■ See ad on page 28 research and scholarships at Brandeis University. Chapter President: Bea Eisenberg, 623-847-4761 Chulent West [email protected] 602-710-5007 Area: West Valley [email protected] Meetings: second Monday of every month, 10 a.m. Attracting many types of Jews from all spectrums. Call for location. Events include various Jewish artists and fi lms on Jewish Free Loan Jewish themes. 3443 N. Central Ave., Suite 707 Hadassah Valley of Phoenix, AZ 85012 the Sun Chapter 602-230-7983, Fax: 602-230-0180 East Valley Jewish Couples Club www.jewishfreeloan.org 480-802-4412 P.O. Box 13662 Executive Director: Tina Sheinbein [email protected] Scottsdale, AZ 85267 President: Larry Moffi tt Attracting many types of Jews from all spectrums. 480-998-1880 Interest-free loans to Jewish residents of Arizona. Events include various Jewish artists and fi lms on [email protected] Confi dentiality assured. Call for additional informa- Jewish themes. www.hadassah.org/hvos tion. Member IAJFL. The power of women who do. Changing lives in Israel, the United States, and the world through ■ See ad on page 26 Generations After medicine, research, advocacy, education and youth Descendants of Holocaust Survivors in Greater Phoenix programs. P.O. Box 28694 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 480-792-6736 [email protected] Jewish Genetic Diseases Center www.phsaga.com of Greater Phoenix 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 201 Council For Jews With Special Needs Scottsdale, AZ 85254 The Jewish Agency for Disability Resources 480-668-3347, Fax: 480-209-1963 480-629-5343 • www.cjsn.org [email protected] www.jewishgeneticsphx.org Executive Director: Jacqui Breger The mission of the • Support for: inclusion in Jewish religious and President: Sherman Minkoff, M.D. Council For Jews With day schools, preschools and camps Providing education and affordable carrier testing for Special Needs is to • Teacher training and community education Jewish genetic diseases. Education about hereditary provide programs, • Social groups for children and adults with disabilities breast/ovarian cancer (BRCA mutations). An avenue resources and sup- • Simchat Shabbat services monthly to genetic counseling and referrals. port to help all Jews • Information and referral services ■ See ad on page 45 with disabilities and • Sign language interpreters their families fulfi ll their spiritual, cultural CJSN receives and religious needs. support from

Community Directory 2016 25 COmmUnitY Jewish Social Connection Jewish Women International National Council of Jewish Women Contact: Billie Gross, 623-584-1977 Founded in 1897. Strives to break the cycle of Arizona Section Co-Presidents: Meetings: fourth Sunday afternoon of each month, violence through education, advocacy and action. Debby Finkel, [email protected] Sun City West Foundation Building, 14465 R.H. Supports residential treatment centers in the United 602-371-8563 Johnson Blvd., Sun City West, AZ 85375. States and Jerusalem. Susan Schesnol, [email protected] Monthly social events. Social/cultural club for Jewish Greater Phoenix Chapter (336) 215-7777 people. Members are single and married, including Contact: Harriet Robbins, 602-944-3455 www.ncjwaz.org interfaith couples from Sun City, Sun City West and [email protected] Inspired by Jewish values, NCJW takes a progressive neighboring communities. Meetings: monthly, second Wednesday stance on issues for women, children and families by safeguarding individual rights and freedoms. Jewish War Veterans Kivel Campus of Care Auxiliary Melvin Brody, 480-473-9076 602-956-5487 ORT America Department of Southwest President: Debbie Waitkus Cutting-edge training and strategic educational Open to all veterans of Jewish faith with honorable Dedicated to enhancing the lives of Kivel residents initiatives that empower 270,000 people annually in discharge from the Armed Services. Open to nonvet- through service and fundraising. 56 countries to become productive citizens and lead erans interested in supporting veterans and Jewish their families and communities forward. causes. Meetings: monthly, third Sunday ™ Cactus Chapter Life & Legacy Ellen Tuckman, 602-953-9307 Post 194, Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Phoenix Meetings: monthly starting with October fundraisers. Commander: Steven Parker, 623-203-8386 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 202 Call for date, time and location. All areas welcome. Meetings: September-June, first Sunday Scottsdale, AZ 85254 AZ State Veterans Home Desert Chapter [email protected] 4141 N. Third St., Phoenix, AZ 85012 [email protected] www.jcfphoenix.org President: Joyce Dimond, 480-563-1797 Post 619, Sun Lakes Copper State President and CEO: Richard Kasper Contact: Sharon Sak, 480-948-9242 Commander: Ronald Buckner, 480-315-0553 Chair: Beth Jo Zeitzer Meetings, fundraising, tribute and memorial cards, 25108 S. Mohawk Drive, Chandler, AZ 85248 Co-sponsored with Harold Grinspoon Foundation, and community service projects. Meetings: Monthly, third Sunday morning; brunch. helps Jewish organizations secure legacy gifts/ Sept.-June. Meets at Sun Lakes Country Club, 25601 integrate legacy giving into the charitable culture N. Sun Lakes Blvd., Chandler, AZ 85248 of the community. Phoenix Holocaust Survivors’ Scottsdale Post 210 Association Commander: Michael Chambers, 623-256-0658 Meetings: Monthly, third Sunday NA’AMAT USA P.O. Box 30213 AZ State Veterans Home 16161 Ventura Blvd., Suite 101 Phoenix, AZ 85046-0213 4141 N. Third St., Phoenix, AZ 85012 Encino, CA 91436 602-788-7003 (818) 981-1298; Fax: (818) 981-6163 [email protected] [email protected] www.phoenixphsa.org Jewish Women’s Circle, Scottsdale www.naamat.org President: Monique Mendel Chabad of Scottsdale www.facebook.com/naamatwest Dedicated to the remembrance of the Shoah 10215 N. Scottsdale Road Area Coordinator: Hilary Botchin through education. Survivors speak throughout the Scottsdale, AZ 85253 Western Area Director: Stephanie Nygard state (primarily in schools). Annual Yom Hashoah 480-998-1410 Part of an international movement that raises funds commemoration. Devoted to survivors’ needs. [email protected] to support social services and programs for women Director: Dina Levertov and children in Israel and the United States. Meets monthly for discussions, holiday preparations, Hatikvah Chapter crafts, lectures, book club, Torah study, cooking [email protected] demonstrations, classes and bikkur cholim projects, Gail Glazer, 480-471-8877 Southwest Autism Research & Loaves of Love. Debbie Seplow, 480-991-4717 Meetings: first Tuesday of each month Resource Center (SARRC) Boomers-age group 300 N. 18th St. and 2225 N. 16th St. Phoenix, AZ 85006 602-340-8717, Fax: 602-340-8720 [email protected] www.autismcenter.org Executive Director: Daniel Openden, Ph.D., BCBA-D Your fi rst stop. Not your last resort. An internationally recognized, community-based, nonprofit organization dedicated to autism research, education, evidence-based treatment and com- munity outreach. Sun City Grand Shalom Club Meets at Sun City Grand 19726 N. Remington Drive Surprise, AZ 85374 Please contact us for more information President: Harvey Gordon, [email protected] about our interest-free loans or to make Membership: Debbie Harris a tax-deductible contribution. Meets second Monday of each month. Open to resi- dents of Sun City Grand. A social and cultural group www.jewishfreeloan.org or (602) 230-7983 of shared backgrounds.

26 Jewish News COmmUnitY The Association of Crypto Jews Temple Chai: Deutsch Family of the Americas Shalom Center Mailing: 1900 W. Chandler Blvd., Suite 15355 4645 E. Marilyn Road Chandler, AZ 85224 Phoenix, AZ 85032 602-518-0229 Anti-Defamation League 602-971-1234, Fax: 602-971-5909 [email protected] 602-274-0991, Fax: 602-230-1768 [email protected] www.cryptojew.org [email protected] www.templechai.com President: Rabbi Yosef Garcia arizona.adl.org/initiative Director: Sharona Silverman Uniting and educating Hispanic Sefardim/Crypto Regional Director: Jake Bennett Resource center providing education, support Jews of the Americas and the Caribbean Islands. Regional Board Chair: Amy Altshuler groups and spiritual development while utilizing Online classes in English, Spanish. Jewish history, Founded in 1913, the Anti-Defamation League is Jewish wisdom, tradition and compassion. Support returns without conversion and Jewish lifecycles. the world’s leading organization in the fight against groups include bereavement, divorce and caregiving. anti-Semitism, bigotry and discrimination of all kinds. West Valley Jewish Women’s Circle Chabad of the Northwest Valley Jewish Labor Committee 7942 W. Bell Road, C5 #101 Arizona Chapter Glendale, AZ 85308 2401 N. Central Ave. SinglES For information on congregation-affiliated singles 602-375-2422 Phoenix, AZ 85004 programs, see “Valley Congregations” listings. Director: Chana Lew [email protected] Project of Chabad of the Northwest Valley, to create Chairman: Paul Rubin an opportunity for Jewish women to meet, socialize Founded in 1934 to serve as a bridge between the Dana Cheryl Beitscher Charitable and learn. Jewish community and the labor movement. Foundation Joint Action Committee 745 E. Maryland Ave., Suite 100 Women’s Philanthropy Phoenix, AZ 85014 Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix for Political Affairs (JAC) 602-279-2808, Fax: 602-277-5978 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 201 (847) 433-5999, Fax: (847) 433-6194 Chairman: Irwin Pasternack Scottsdale, AZ 85254 [email protected] Funding, resources and leadership for developing 480-634-4900, ext. 1111 or 1129 www.jacpac.org positive Jewish choices in family and personal lives, Fax: 480-634-4588 Executive Director: Marcia Balonick with a strong emphasis on strengthening the ability www.jewishphoenix.org/womensphilanthropy Bipartisan network dedicated to electing a Congress of Jewish singles to meet and marry. Director: Robin Loeb committed to a strong U.S.-Israel relationship and a [email protected] social agenda including reproductive freedom and Encourages women of all ages/stages to make a separation of religion and state. Happenings personal and financial commitment to Jewish com- Joan Evans, 602-569-9791 munities locally, in Israel and worldwide through Catering to Jewish singles 60-plus. Social activities leadership, education and fundraising. Republican Jewish Coalition and friendship. Two or more functions each month. Arizona Chapter www.rjchq.org Chair: Lisa Karlovsky Jewish Association of Singles Educating the Jewish community about Republican Services (J.A.S.S.) Public AFFAirS ideas and policy positions, and expressing concerns 480-515-1935 American Israel of the Jewish community to Republican officials. [email protected] Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) Monthly events. Contact: Barbara Allyn 602-277-3318, Fax: 602-996-1180 Activities and events for Jewish singles ages 55-80. [email protected] Resource for information about Jewish groups and www.aipac.org organizations. The only American organization registered to lobby rEFErrAl/ Congress in support of the U.S.-Israel relationship. Community briefings, events with members of Congress, grass-roots lobbying sessions. Support Temple Chai Judaica Shop American Jewish Committee 602-539-2895 For All Your Judaica www.ajc.org Regional Chairperson: Stephen Bresslop Council For Jews With Special Needs and Gift Needs! Global Jewish advocacy, 108 years of service. To en- 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 205 hance the well-being of the Jewish people and Israel Scottsdale, AZ 85254 One of the finest and largest and to advance democratic values around the world. 480-629-5343, Fax: 480-629-5365 collections in Arizona [email protected] www.cjsn.org Executive Director: Amy DL Hummell Board President: Richard Lustiger Disability resources for children, adults who have disabilities and their families, to enable them to  participate in activities in the Jewish community. 602-971-1234 www.templechai.com  ■ See ad on page 25 4645 E. Marilyn Rd Phoenix 85032

Community Directory 2016 27 COmmUnitY Phoenix Jewish Singles Jewish Sisterhood of Arizona L’Chaim! Young Jewish Organizer contact: [email protected] [email protected] meetup.com/active-jewish-singles Contact: Holly Witzer Professionals A Jewish community for Jewish singles in the North For Jewish women in their 20s and 30s in the Greater 875 N. McClintock Drive Phoenix/Scottsdale area with no age barrier. Phoenix area. Chandler, AZ 85226 602-618-5886 [email protected] Valley Jewish Singles JNFuture www.facebook.com/groups/lypaz [email protected] Jewish National Fund A group dedicated to providing a wide variety of Dedicated to creating and sustaining friendships 8698 E. San Alberto Drive, Suite B social events for Jews in their 20s and 30s. among Jewish singles, 50-plus. Activities include Scottsdale, AZ 85258 brunches, dinners, dances, happy hours, house 480-447-8100, ext. 981 parties, theater and discussion groups. No member- www.jnf.org/jnfuture Moishe House ship fees. Chair: Talyah Sands [email protected] Young leaders ages 22-40 who are committed to www.facebook.com/MoisheHousePhoenix supporting Israel. Members communicate the mis- Fun and engaging programs providing meaningful sion through educational, networking and social Jewish experiences for young adults in their 20s. Young AdultS opportunities, as well as trips to Israel. Arizona Adventurers NOWGen Programs Fax: 480-747-9679 jPhoenix Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix [email protected] Chabad of Paradise Valley 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 201 www.arizonaadventurers.org 2110 E. Lincoln Drive Scottsdale, AZ 85254 President: Lionel Hummel Phoenix, AZ 85016 480-634-4900, x 1205 An all-volunteer Jewish outdoor club. Member- 602-793-0783 www.jewishphoenix.org planned activities include hiking, team sports, [email protected] Senior Director: Stacey Cohen small-group outings and larger social gatherings. www.yjpphoenix.com Engages young Jewish adults with the community Weekly email lists upcoming events. Provides authentic and attractive Jewish experiences and with Jews around the world through a variety for young adults. Social events, Shabbat dinners, of programs, including the NOWGen Giving Circle. classes and more. Schmooze [email protected] www.azschmooze.com Offers social events in the Greater Phoenix area for singles, couples and families in their 30s and 40s. It all starts with a schmooze. Yad B’Yad Social Group Council For Jews With Special Needs Healing Lives. Whatever it takes. 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 205 Scottsdale, AZ 85254 480-629-5343, Fax: 480-629-5365 [email protected] www.cjsn.org Executive Director: Amy DL Hummell Board President: Richard Lustiger Social club for adults with mild to moderate dis- TIKKUN OLAM abilities. Twice-monthly gatherings focus on Jewish repairing the world education and recreational activities.

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28 Jewish News COmmUnitY ISRAEL PROGRAMS Taglit-Birthright Israel Rohr Chabad House — Jewish Student Center Taglit-Birthright Israel at Arizona State University Hillel Jewish Student Center 971 S. Ash Ave. at Arizona State University Tempe, AZ 85281 1012 S. Mill Ave. 602-565-4655 Tempe, AZ 85281 [email protected] 480-967-7563, Fax: 480-966-5402 www.jewishasu.com [email protected] www.mayanotisrael.com www.hillelasu.org Executive Director: Rabbi Shmuel Tiechtel Director of Student Life: Jordan Rothenberg Associate Director: Chana Tiechtel Offering free 10-day trips to Israel winter and Free 10-day trips to Israel for young Jewish adults summer for Jewish college students up to the age ages 18-26. of 26 who have not been on an organized peer trip. Taglit-Birthright Israel Taglit-Birthright Israel Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix Jewish National Fund 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 201 8698 E. San Alberto Drive, Suite B Scottsdale, AZ 85254 Scottsdale, AZ 85258 480-634-4900, ext. 1109, Fax: 480-634-4588 480-447-8100 www.jewishphoenix.org/israelcenter BEST OF magazine www.israelwithisraelis.com Israel Center Director: Shahar Edry In the Shorashim program, Jewish young adults [email protected] January 27, 2016 travel, learn and explore Israel with Israeli peers for Strengthens Jewish identity, communities and all 10 days of the trip. solidarity with Israel via a free 10-day educational trip to Israel for Jewish young adults ages 18-26 so they return more engaged. BEST OF event February 21, 2016 See Israel programs for youth on page 40.

Dear Greater Phoenix Jewish community, Here and abroad, now and in the help them fulfi ll their missions. community has immediate needs that future, the Jewish Federation of “We’re here to empower require attention, and the Federation Greater Phoenix is committed to organizations to do the amazing is committed to addressing them. For enriching the lives of communities things they do,” Wachs says. example, the recent Senior Service it serves. The Federation also strives to Study conducted by the Federation “We exist to build vibrant be a uniting force for the Valley’s will help the community better communities,” says Federation widespread Jewish community. serve of some of its most vulnerable President and CEO Stuart Wachs, By launching programs like the members. and “enable all the things that have East Valley Initiative and building However, as the Federation tackles to happen for there to be vibrant community across the Jewish the needs of today, it is also looking communities.” denominational spectrum, the toward the needs of tomorrow. The Locally, the Federation is the Federation “making sure that we’re Federation’s NOWGen programs foundation for the Greater Phoenix not a transactional organization — empower young adults ages 22-45 Jewish community, a population we’re a relationship organization,” to take an active role in creating a that currently numbers more than Wachs says. vibrant future for the Greater Phoenix 100,000 people. The Federation also advocates Jewish community. “We are investing in a Jewish for and supports Jewish “Now is the time for us to not just community that grew faster than communities in Israel and around embrace” this generation, “but for ADVERTORIAL any other Jewish community in the the world, says Wachs. us to engage and learn from them,” last 20 years,” Wachs says. Through the Federation, “we Wachs says.” To that end, the Federation acts enable our local Jewish community as an essential partner to local to have an impact” all over the communal organizations, providing globe. physical and fi nancial support to The Greater Phoenix Jewish

Community Directory 2016 29 EDUCAtiOn Brandeis University Adult Brandeis National Committee - Phoenix Chapter ADULT EDUCATION P.O. Box 13775 Scottsdale, AZ 85267 EducAtion 480-359-7262 In addition to the following educational resources, www.brandeisphoenix.com many local organizations and offer President: Carol Abrams, [email protected] study groups and adult classes. See listings under Provides study groups, community services, events PROGRAMS Valley Congregations and Community. and faculty speakers. Supports libraries, scientifi c research and scholarships at Brandeis University. Arizona Jewish Historical Society Bureau of Jewish Education 122 E. Culver St. 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 206 PRESCHOOLS Phoenix, AZ 85004 Scottsdale, AZ 85254 602-241-7870 480-634-8050, Fax: 480-634-8051 [email protected] [email protected] www.azjhs.org Director: Myra Shindler Executive Director: Lawrence Bell, Ph.D. Adult Education: Elaine Hirsch President: Mark Sendrow Family Education: Linda Feldman DAY SCHOOLS Sponsors documentary fi lm screenings, book discus- ACT Educator: Andre Ivory sions, lectures and exhibitions. Maintains community Educational programming includes: daytime and archives with 50,000+ photos, documents and arti- evening classes, Baby University, Marriage/Relation- facts, and 250+ oral and video histories. ship University, ACT Volunteering for 20s and 30s, RELIGIOUS SCHOOLS Passages lectures and Hebrew High. Congregation Kehillah 7430 E. Pinnacle Peak Road, Suite 132 Arizona State University Scottsdale, AZ 85255 602-369-7667 Jewish Studies Program SECULAR SCHOOLS Rabbi Bonnie Sharfman 480-727-6906, Fax: 480-727-2023 [email protected] [email protected] www.congregationkehillah.org jewishstudies.asu.edu Adult education program includes mini-courses, To- Director: Hava Tirosh-Samuelson rah study, Hebrew, adult b’nai mitzvah, spiritual prac- Offering a Bachelor of Arts in Jewish studies and tice, Rebbe’s Tisch, member-suggested topics and enhancing knowledge of all facets of Jewish life COLLEGE STUDENTS independent/chevruta study guided by the rabbi. through courses, conferences, scholar-in-residence programs and public lectures. Beth Ami Temple FINANCIAL AID Services: 3535 E. Lincoln Drive Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 Congregation Or Tzion Mailing Address: 9096 E. Bahia Drive, Suite 106 3104 E. Camelback Road, Suite 508 Scottsdale, AZ 85260 Phoenix, AZ 85016 480-342-8858, Fax: 480-393-7990 HEBREW TUTOR 602-956-0805 or 602-840-7250 [email protected] [email protected] www.congregationortzion.org www.bethamitemple.org Rabbi Micah Caplan Rabbi Arthur J. Abrams Adult programs including Scholar-in-Residence, Cantorial Soloist: Pam Beitman classes, special holiday celebrations, unique Shab- Boutique Reform temple for active adults seeking bat formats. spiritual and social connections. Modest dues. Clubs and activities: cultural events, speakers, hiking, tennis, mahjong and community involvement. Drum Shalom Ruach Hamidbar-Spirit of the Desert 602-321-3336 Beth Emeth Congregation [email protected] of the West Valley www.ruach.org 13702 W. Meeker Blvd. Rabbi Sarah Leah Grafstein Sun City West, AZ 85375 Master Drummer Daniel Hirtz 623-584-7210, Fax: 623-975-2976 Guitar & Vocals: Shlomo Hinton [email protected] Communitywide traveling drumming circle available www.bethemethaz.org for services, lifecycle events and fun. Drum for peace, Rabbi David Rosenberg drum for healing, drum for fun. President: Joseph Weintraub A Conservative egalitarian multigenerational congregation. Founded in 1964. Hebrew classes available.

30 Jewish News EDUCAtiOn Jewish Learning Center Temple Gan Elohim 10213 N. Scottsdale Road Services and activities: Beth Emeth Congregation Scottsdale, AZ 85253 of the West Valley 480-443-5362 13702 W. Meeker Blvd. [email protected] Sun City West, AZ 85375 Director: Rabbi Yossi Levertov Mailing address: Administrator: Brandon Budd P.O. Box 12097 Valley Beit Midrash Featuring the Jewish Learning Institute, lectures, Glendale, AZ 85318-2097 602-445-3112 seminars, tefillin campaign, mezuzah campaign, 623-210-7435 [email protected] advanced learning institutes, lunch and learn, bar www.templeganelohim.org www.valleybeitmidrash.org and bat mitzvah preparation. Adult Education Contact: Ron Yablon Director: Rabbi Dr. Shmuly Yanklowitz Adult education explores issues ranging from A collaborative organization that brings new, exciting sacred to secular. Classes held monthly on Sunday and relevant Jewish programming to the Greater Lev Chadash: Jewish Southwest afternoons. Phoenix Jewish community in a diverse, welcoming, Encounters engaging and pluralistic setting. 1327 Granite Creek Lane ■ See ad on page 35 Chino Valley, AZ 86323 (928) 777-8172 [email protected] Yeshivas HaTurim Rabbi Nina Perlmutter Kehillas Shomrei Emunim Tom Brodersen The New Shul 522 E. Glendale Ave Phoenix, AZ 85020 Jewish services/eco-Judaism at Grand Canyon and 7825 E. Paradise Lane 602-345-1179 surroundings. Rabbi serves in Flagstaff. Tom Broder- Scottsdale, AZ 85260 [email protected] sen is a Certified Jewish Meditation Teacher with a 480-515-2272, Fax: 480-922-7118 www.shomreiemunim.com M.S. in Jewish studies. [email protected] Rosh Yeshiva: Rabbi Shimon Yerucham Green www.thenewshul.org A yeshiva dedicated to helping all Jewish people Rabbi Elana Kanter Or Adam Congregation serve Hashem and His Torah at the highest level of Rabbi Michael Wasserman integrity, and love His people. for Humanistic Judaism Adult Jewish learning in a spirit of intellectual and c/o Arizona Jewish Historical Society spiritual openness, with reverence for classical texts. 122 E. Culver St. See website for learning opportunities. Phoenix, AZ 85004 480-663-7788 ProgrAmS [email protected] www.oradam.com Adult Interest Director: Janna Walsh Adult programs include guest speakers, films and discussions on issues traditional to contemporary. The Society for Financial Awareness Secular humanistic perspective on topics including 7220 N. 16th St., Suite C lifecycle, holiday and ceremonial celebrations. Phoenix, AZ 85020 No Place for Hate - 480-951-5300, Fax: 602-997-2345 [email protected] Anti-Defamation League Paradise Valley www.guttmanfinancial.com 602-274-0991, Fax: 602-230-1768 Free, no-selling seminars on a variety of financial top- [email protected] Jewish Learning Center ics designed to inform educate and improve quality www.adl.org/NoHateArizona 5402 E. Lincoln Drive of life. Nonprofit organization. www.adl.org No Place for Hate® schools commit to creating safe Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 ■ 480-788-9310 See ad on this page and inclusive campuses. Contact the office on how [email protected] to find out how to become NPFH. www.jewishparadisevalley.com ■ See ad on page 40 Rabbi Shlomy and Chaya Levertov Interactive classes and fascinating lectures for men and women on a variety of topics including Torah, prayer and kabbalah. The Women’s Jewish Phoenix Community Kollel Learning Center 6516 N. Seventh St., Suite 104 7825 E. Paradise Lane Phoenix, AZ 85014 Scottsdale, AZ 85260 602-433-0300, Fax: 602-285-3033 602-402-4173 Call today to schedule your [email protected] [email protected] www.aztorah.com www.womenlearning.org seminar or workshop for your Rosh Kollel and Dean: Rabbi Don Bacharach Director: Rabbi Elana Kanter organization or company. Director: Rabbi Dovid Gonsky Creative, cutting-edge Jewish learning for women Provides Torah education and outreach to the Jew- of all ages and backgrounds. Named one of the Contact Jerry Guttman at ish community. Programs include communitywide most innovative Jewish nonprofits in North America Guttman Financial events, adult-education classes, one-on-one study, (Slingshot Fund). women’s division and advanced Talmud. 480-951-5300 www.GuttmanFinancial.com

Community Directory 2016 31 EDUCAtiOn Co-Directors: Deena Boone and Dani Hibert PJ Library [email protected] 12701 N. Scottsdale Road [email protected] Scottsdale, AZ 85254 Develops young minds and bodies in a nurturing, 480-634-4900, ext. 1103, Fax: 480-634-4588 educational environment that incorporates Jewish [email protected] values and customs, as well as parenting and www.pjlibrary.org enrichment programs. NAEYC-accredited. Director: Tamar Feinson An award-winning family engagement pro- Beth El Center gram. Mails free, high-quality, Jewish children’s Beth El Early Childhood Center Jewish Community Center/ literature and music to families each month. for Early Childhoodexplore • create • drEducationeam • learn Encouraging a positive self-image East Valley PJ Library-Jewish Commmunity Foundation 1118 W. Glendaleand Ave. Jewish identity in a warm Phoenix, AZ 85021loving environment. 908 N. Alma School Road of Greater Prescott Chandler, AZ 85224 www.jcfpg.org/html/pjlibrary 602-944-2464, Fax:Registration 602-944-4584 currently open for 2015-2016 school year for children 480-897-0588, Fax: 480-517-0124 [email protected] 6 weeks through 4 years www.bethelpreschoolphx.com [email protected] For more information or to schedule www.evjcc.org The Learning Shuk Director: Debbiea Popieltour, contact Debbie Popiel 602-944-2464 or Preschool Director: Pam Morris 480-390-0424 Infant-Pre-K. [email protected] teaching staff. Developmen- A nurturing Jewish learning environment for chil- [email protected] tally appropriate1118 W. curriculum Glendale Ave., Phoenix(NAEYC). 85021 Certifi ed out- dren 6 weeks-pre-K. Low ratios, degree-experienced, [email protected] door classroom. Hebrew, music, P.E., drama, special caring staff. NAEYC-accredited, Quality First site. www.thelearningshuk.org days. State-of-the-art infant room. After-school enrichment classes, extended hours. Director: Virginie Polster A parent-educator-community collaboration that Chandler Jewish Preschool connects K-12 familes to each other and to innova- tive and creative pluralistic Jewish learning. Chabad of the East Valley 875 N. McClintock Drive Preschool Chandler, AZ 85226 515 E. Bethany Home Road 480-855-4333 Phoenix, AZ 85012 [email protected] 602-277-7479, Fax: 602-274-0713 www.chabadcenter.com [email protected] PrESchoolS Director: Shternie Deitsch www.phoenixhebrewacademy.org Ages 12 months to 5 years old. Qualifi ed and caring Provides a Jewish early childhood center that nur- staff offer a Reggio-inspired, creative Jewish learning Aleph Bet Preschool & Kindergarten tures and educates children ages 3-5 years. Blends atmosphere. Small class sizes, enrichment activities Chabad of Phoenix Judaism and secular subjects in programs that are and family programming. DES certifi ed. 2110 E. Lincoln Drive rich, fulfi lling and stimulating. Phoenix, AZ 85016 602-944-2580 [email protected] Sholom Preschool www.alephbetaz.com Temple Beth Sholom of the East Valley Director: Rabbi Moshe Levertov 3400 N. Dobson Road Educational Director: Chana Lew Congregation Beth Israel Chandler, AZ 85224 Ages 18 months-6 years. Experienced staff creates a 480-897-3636, Fax: 480-897-3633 learning environment for preschoolers and kinder- Chanen Preschool [email protected] garteners. Integrated Judaic and secular curriculum, 10460 N. 56th St. www.sholompreschool.org extended early- and after-care program, state-of- Scottsdale, AZ 85253 Director: Michele Millman the-art facilities. 480-951-3398 Developmentally-based curriculum for all learning Director: Kim Subrin styles. Promoting independence, social skills and Ages 6 weeks through pre-K. Developmentally and love of learning. Camp available on many Jewish play-based curriculum. Hebrew, music, movement, holidays. No religious affi liation required. Twelve P.E., art studio with specialist, Shabbat services, months-pre-K. lunch program and after-school enrichments. Full and part-time. Emunah Montessori Academy Sun Lakes Congregation’s 1340 E. Maryland Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85014 480-316-2022 Syndi Scheck Yad B’Yad [email protected] Cantor Ronda www.emunahmontessori.com Preschool of Temple Emanuel Director: Amina Mulayev 5801 S. Rural Road Polesky Jewish Orthodox school that provides children Tempe, AZ 85283 up to age 6 with a stimulating and nurturing 480-838-1414, Fax: 480-838-2192 B’nai MitzvahTutor environment. Facilitates individualized learning www.emanueloftempe.org through the Montessori Method. Director: Rachel Wallach [email protected] Any age or ability JCC Early Childhood Center Experienced teachers nurture intellectual, physical, welcome emotional and spiritual growth. Hands-on Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center learning activities. Jewish values and traditions are madison elementary 480-330-4575 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 201 incorporated throughout the day. Infant, toddler and Scottsdale, AZ 85254 extended-day programs. www.cantorronda.com 480-659-7769, Fax: 480-659-7768 school district 125 Extraordinary Learning for All 32 Jewish News Years Celebrating madison elementary school district 125 Extraordinary Learning for All CommunityYears Directory 2016 33 Celebrating EDUCAtiOn Temple Chai Early Childhood Center Shalom Montessori 4645 E. Marilyn Road Phoenix, AZ 85032 at McCormick Ranch 602-923-3619, Fax: 602-971-5909 7300 N. Via Paseo Del Sur [email protected] The Solel Preschool Scottsdale, AZ 85258 480-626-0676 www.templechai.com 6805 E. McDonald Drive [email protected] Director: Mary Passell Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 www.shalommontessori.org Six weeks-pre-K. A warm Jewish environment that 480-991-4545, Fax: 480-991-1059 Standard for excellence in both Judaic and secular stimulates exploration, creativity and community. [email protected] studies, and the only authentic Jewish Montessori Wonder of discovering and learning through self- www.solelpreschool.org AdvancEd accredited and ADEQ green-certified exploration and play. Thematic curriculum. Director: Leslie Scheck school in Scottsdale. Open enrollment for 18 Infant care through pre-K. Provides structured months-eighth grade. Before- and after-care learning environment following goals of early- available. Temple Kol Ami childhood education, child development and Early Childhood Center Reform Judaism. Low teacher-child ratios, afternoon enrichment classes. 15030 N. 64th St. Shearim Torah High School for Girls Scottsdale, AZ 85254 715 E. Sierra Vista Drive 480-951-5825, Fax: 480-951-5231 Phoenix, AZ 85014 [email protected] 602-324-3406 www.templekolami.org DAY SchoolS [email protected] Director: Debbie Glassman www.shearimhighschool.org Eight weeks old-pre-K. Developmentally age- Cheder Lubavitch AZ Head of School: Rabbi Raphael Landesman appropriate curriculum integrates Judaic and secular 2110 E. Lincoln Drive Board President: Arlene Glazer learning approach in a nurturing environment. Phoenix, AZ 85016 A dual-curriculum-based high school for girls em- 480-606-8868 phasizing Torah observance, leadership develop- [email protected] ment and college readiness. Affiliated with Torah www.chederaz.com Umesorah. School Coordinator: Rochel Welner Torah Day School of Phoenix Desert Jewish Academy 1118 W. Glendale Ave. 3400 N. Dobson Road Phoenix, AZ 85021 Chandler, AZ 85224 602-374-3062 480-376-8214 [email protected] [email protected] www.torahdayschoolofphoenix.org TAKE the CREDIT www.desertja.org Principal: Rabbi Shmuel Field for Growing Jewish Education Executive Director: Emily Zappa Valley’s only with single-gender K-6. Preparing students to become global citizens classrooms. Combining classical Torah education and leaders. with secular studies excellence. Jewish children of all backgrounds welcome. Preschool-eighth grade.

Pardes Jewish Day School 12753 N. Scottsdale Road Scottsdale, AZ 85254 480-991-9141, Fax: 480-991-9405 www.pardesschool.org Yeshiva High School of Arizona Head of School: Jill Kessler, M.A., M. Ed. 727 E. Glendale Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85020 Individual and Corporate Director of Admissions: Bethany Spector, M.A. K-8. Academic excellence with integrated Jewish 602-266-1213, Fax: (800) 660-0335 Dollar-for-dollar Tax Credits education, athletics, enrichment. Low student- [email protected] The mission of the Jewish Tuition Organization teacher ratio. Student-focused learning. Accredited. www.azyeshiva.org Head of School: Rabbi Gavriel Goetz is to provide need-based scholarships to Arizona ■ See ad on page 37 students to attend participating K-12 Jewish Dual curriculum is designed to develop stu- day schools in metropolitan Phoenix. dents’ potential, providing proficiency in both Torah studies and general knowledge through a Phoenix Hebrew Academy general-studies program. P: 480.634.4926 515 E. Bethany Home Road F: 480.629.5147 Phoenix, AZ 85012 E: [email protected] 602-277-7479 www.jtophoenix.org [email protected] A school tuition organization cannot award, restrict www.phoenixhebrewacademy.org or reserve scholarships solely on the basis of donor Director of Development: Rabbi Harris Cooperman recommendation. A taxpayer may not claim a tax credit if the taxpayer agrees to swap donations with another Director of General Studies and Middle School taxpayer to benefit either taxpayer’s own dependent. Language Arts: Sheila Shaffer The Jewish Tuition Organization does not accept donor K-8. Hebrew, general studies. Anchored in Jewish recommendations. All scholarships are need based. tradition and conversant with contemporary culture and society. 34 Jewish News EDUCAtiOn religiouS SchoolS Congregation Beth Israel Congregation Or Tzion Mark L. Haberkorn Religious School 9096 E. Bahia Drive, Suite 106 10460 N. 56th St. Scottsdale, AZ 85260 Scottsdale, AZ 85253 480-342-8858, Fax: 480-393-7990 480-951-0323, Fax: 480-951-4174 [email protected] Director: Stacy Rosenthal www.congregationortzion.org PreK-12. Family education programs, Merkaz Israel Education Director: Rabbi Sadie Reuben (Israel Center), fi rst-sixth grade retreat, innovative Religious school (K-7) levels Aleph-Gimmel meet one- or two-day Hebrew options, Judaica art pro- Sundays, levels Dalet-Zayin and b’nai mitzvah prep gram and high school Ma’ayan program. meet Sundays and Wednesdays. Family Shabbat Beth El Congregation services, b’nai mitzvah training. 1118 W. Glendale Ave. Congregation Kehillah Phoenix, AZ 85021 7430 E. Pinnacle Peak Road, Suite 132 Or Adam School 602-944-3359, ext. 123, Fax: 602-944-3565 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Education and Youth Director: for Humanistic Judaism 602-369-7667 Nanci Siegel Manson c/o Arizona Jewish Historical Society [email protected] [email protected] 122 E. Culver St. www.congregationkehillah.org Award-winning religious school, youth group activi- Phoenix, AZ 85004 Rabbi Bonnie Sharfman ties for grades 4-12. Special-needs staff, computer lab 480-663-7788 Youth education program features innovative pro- and distance-learning options via virtual classrooms. [email protected] gramming, family-friendly schedule with formal and www.oradam.com informal experiences for grades K-8, b’nai mitzvah Education Director/Principal: Mark Tallan track, madrichim for high schoolers and whole-family Chabad of Anthem Hebrew School Small classes for pre-K through teens August- May. learning. 623-349-1770 Secular curriculum focuses on Jewish history, culture [email protected] and values. A Humanistic b’nai mitzvah program www.jewishanthem.com Congregation Merkaz Ha-Iyr is offered for youths. Other programs also offered. Director: Rivky Friedman Shadow Rock UCC K-8. Every Sunday. For all students regardless of 12861 N. Eighth Ave. observance or affi liation. Scottsdale Hebrew School Phoenix, AZ 85029 Chabad of Scottsdale 480-414-5213 10215 N. Scottsdale Road www.congregationmerkaz.org Chabad Hebrew School Scottsdale, AZ 85253 Director: Erica Schwartz Chabad of the East Valley 480-998-1410 Sunday morning Hebrew, Jewish learning and Tefi l- 875 N. McClintock Drive [email protected] lah. Hebrew school 9-10 a.m., fourth-seventh grades; Chandler, AZ 85226 Director: Dina Levertov LIMUD 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., K-seventh grades; junior 480-855-4333 Ages 5-13. Children learn Hebrew reading incorpo- and senior youth group 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. [email protected] rating unique Aleph Champ program. B’nai mitzvah www.chabadcenter.com discovery course. Sunday mornings, Wednesday Ages 5-13. Students learn Hebrew, Torah, Jewish his- afternoons optional. Youth group activities. A place tory, holidays, values and ethics blended with songs, where learning is fun. games, arts and crafts, fi eld trips and family celebra- tions. Individualized bar and bat mitzvah instruction. Chabad of North Phoenix Hebrew School 22044 N. 44th St., Suite 102 Phoenix, AZ 85050 480-442-8672 www.ourjewishcenter.com Offering a unique approach to Judaic studies. The Executive program is designed for elementary-school-age Director: children who are otherwise not receiving a formal Rabbi Dr. Shmuly Jewish education. Yanklowitz Chabad of Phoenix Hebrew School 2110 E. Lincoln Drive Thank you Phoenix, AZ 85016 (917) 975-2752, Fax: (877) 545-9550 for making us your home Director: Mussie Levertov [email protected] in the Valley www.chabadaz.com/hebrew-school Providing Jewish learning in a fun and educational for community learning

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Community Directory 2016 35 EDUCAtiOn Sun Lakes Jewish Studies Institute Temple Chai 4958 E. Karsten Drive 4645 E. Marilyn Road Chandler, AZ 85249 Phoenix, AZ 85032 480-330-4575 602-971-4832, Fax: 602-971-5909 [email protected] [email protected] Education Director: Cantor Ronda Polesky www.templechai.com The New Shul Offering unaffiliated families the service of b’nai Pre-K-12th grade, confirmation and special needs. 7825 E. Paradise Lane mitzvah preparation, confirmation and ongoing Teaching assistant program, high school program, Scottsdale, AZ 85260 Jewish education for all ages. retreats. N.A.T.E.-accredited religious school. Alterna- 480-515-2272, Fax: 480-922-7118 tive Sunday-only program. [email protected] www.thenewshul.org Temple Beth Shalom and Participatory learning for children ages 2-12 in a Jewish Community Center family-centered atmosphere on Shabbat mornings, plus classes for families during the week. See website of the Northwest Valley for details. 12202 N. 101st Ave. Sun City, AZ 85351 623-977-3240, Fax: 623-977-3214 Temple Emanuel of Tempe [email protected] 5801 S. Rural Road www.templebethshalomaz.org Tempe, AZ 85283 SEculAr School Director: Andre Ivory 480-838-1414 Dynamic Judaic religious school program for K-8. [email protected] SchoolS Wednesday Hebrew program for grades 4 and up. www.emanueloftempe.org Inquire about free kindergarten program. Oportuni- Education Director: Rabbi Jason Bonder Madison School District ties for teen involvement and learning. Pre-K-12, b’nai mitzvah, confirmation, special needs, 5601 N. 16th St. family education. Phoenix, AZ 85016 602-664-7900, Fax: 602-664-7999 Temple Beth Sholom www.madisonaz.org Temple Kol Ami Madison’s eight schools provide pre-kindergarten of the East Valley 15030 N. 64th St. through eighth grade. Labeled an “A” district by the 3400 N. Dobson Road Scottsdale, AZ 85254 Arizona Department of Education and Internation- Chandler, AZ 85224 480-951-9660, Fax: 480-951-5231 ally Accredited by AdvancED. 480-897-3636, Fax: 480-897-3633 [email protected] ■ See ad on page 33 [email protected] www.templekolami.org www.tbsev.org Director: Carly Kastner Education Director: Rabbi Kenneth Leitner K-8. Helping young people make personal connec- Student-centered, experiential and values-based tions with great ideas and traditions of the Jewish curriculum for grades K-7; study of Torah, Tefillah, people. A fun and caring school community. Offering Hebrew, Jewish history and Israel studies; Hebrew eBrew — live, online, one-on-one Hebrew tutoring. CollEGE High for grades 8-12. StudEntS

Temple Solel Put your family’s Raker Religious School milestone 6805 E. McDonald Drive Hillel Jewish Student Center Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 Arizona State University announcements 480-991-7414, Fax: 480-951-0829 1012 S. Mill Ave. www.templesolel.org Tempe, AZ 85281 Executive Director: Ben Davis 480-967-7563 in Jewish News [email protected] [email protected] Ganeinu (toddlers), Parparim (pre-K), kindergarten- www.hillelasu.org every week. seventh-grade programs, family education, fam- Executive Director: Debbie Yunker Kail ily retreat, youth retreat, Madrichim/TA leadership Celebrate Shabbat and holidays, receive mentor- Go to programs, 10th-grade confirmation, 11th and 12th ship from community members, grow as leaders, grade. make lifelong friendships, connect with and www.jewishaz.com travel to Israel. Open to students at ASU and area The Hebrew School schools. for the forms. Chabad of the Northwest Valley 7942 W. Bell Road, Suite C5 #101 Jewish-founded fraternities at ASU: Glendale, AZ 85308 Sigma Alpha Mu 602-375-2422 Zeta Beta Tau Director: Chana Lew Innovative school that provides a serious yet Community Colleges enjoyable environment for children to receive a Jewish community college students are invited to broad education in a stimulating and challenging participate in all of Hillel’s programs. venue. Open to all. 36 Jewish News EDUCAtiOn

[email protected] www.jtophoenix.org Hillel, NAU www.uahillel.org Executive Director: Linda Zell Northern Arizona University Executive Director: Michelle Blumenberg President: Dan Postal P.O. Box 15300 Board Chairman: Steve Caine An Arizona private-school tax-credit Student Tuition Flagstaff, AZ 86011 Creating Jewish journeys through community Organization. Awards need-based scholarships to (928) 523-7482, Fax: (928) 523-5925 service, social, cultural, political, religious and students in Jewish day schools. [email protected] educational opportunities. Home to the Oy Vey Café. ■ Faculty Adviser: Janine Schipper See ad on page 34 Social, religious, educational and cultural programs for Jewish students at NAU. Partner with Chabad Jewish-founded fraternities Jewish Center of Flagstaff. Shabbat and High Holiday and sororities at UA: services at Temple Heichal Baoranim. Alpha Epsilon Phi Sorority Alpha Epsilon Pi Fraternity Hebrew tutor Jewish Arizonans on Campus Sigma Alpha Mu Fraternity Ronda Polesky Mailing address: 6740 E. Voltaire Ave. 4958 E. Karsten Drive Scottsdale, AZ 85254 Chandler, AZ 85249 480-390-6173 480-330-4575 [email protected] www.cantorronda.com www.myjac.org FinAnciAl Aid Sun Lakes Congregation cantor providing Hebrew Rabbi Jordan Brumer training for b’nai mitzvah. Students of any age or Provides educational programs for students as well ability are welcome. Torah/text study is included for as Birthright trips to Israel and other Jewish trips interested students. around the world, at Arizona State University and ■ See ad on page 32 University of Arizona.

Jewish Tuition Organization 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 203E Scottsdale, AZ 85254 480-634-4926, Fax: 480-629-5147 Rohr Chabad House — [email protected] Jewish Student Center Arizona State University 971 S. Ash Ave. Tempe, AZ 85281 480-736-TORA (8672) [email protected] www.jewishasu.com Executive Director: Rabbi Shmuel Tiechtel Associate Director: Chana Tiechtel Serving Jewish students and faculty at ASU and surrounding colleges regardless of background or affi liation. Free Shabbat dinners, programs, Torah classes and more. Rohr Chabad House — Jewish Student Center Northern Arizona University 1254 W. University Ave., Suite 130 Flagstaff, AZ 86001 (928) 255-5756 [email protected] www.chabadnau.com A place to meet, greet, eat and socialize with other Jewish students in a warm and fun atmosphere. A WORLD CLASS University of Arizona Hillel Foundation Meyer Agron Student Center education Harvey & Deanna Evenchik Campus 1245 E. Second St. Tucson, AZ 85719 GROUNDED IN JEWISH VALUES (520) 624-6561, Fax: (520) 624-7693 For more information please contact Bethany Spector, Director of Admissions, at (480) 991-9141 or visit pardesschool.org 12753 N Scottsdale Rd • Scottsdale, Arizona 85254

Community Directory 2016 37 YOUtH Camps @ The J Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center CAmpS 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 201 Many of the camps listed use high school and Scottsdale, AZ 85254 college students as counselors and assistants. Director: Eric Schwartz, [email protected] CAMPS Contact camps directly for information. Some local 480-484-7121, ext. 1271 synagogues also have day camps. vosjcc.org/camps Shemesh Summer Camp Grades K-11 Holiday Camps @ The J DAY CAMPS Grades K-8 PROGRAMS Ometz @ The J Camp Gan Israel Day Camp Ages 5-13 with mild to moderate disabilities Chabad of the East Valley Kochavim Summer Camp 875 N. McClintock Drive Ages: 6 weeks-Pre-K Chandler, AZ 85226 Directors: Deena Boone, [email protected] 480-855-4333 Dani Hibert, [email protected] ISRAEL PROGRAMS [email protected] 480-659-7769 www.chabadcenter.com Directors: Rabbi Mendy and Shternie Deitsch 12 months to 12 years. Eight weeks of Jewish ideas East Valley JCC Day Camp and values. Games, sports, music, gymnastics, arts and 908 N. Alma School Road crafts, fi eld trips, overnights, challah baking, lessons Chandler, AZ 85224 REFERRAL/SUPPORT in Jewish culture. 480-897-0588, Fax: 480-517-0124 [email protected] www.evjcc.org Camp:Destination Directors: Jeff Hast and Pam Morris 3400 N. Dobson Road 2 years-ninth grade. Activities include swimming, Chandler, AZ 85224 sports, music, fi eld trips, cooking, rock show, arts and 480-376-8214 crafts, Israeli culture, mitzvah projects, overnights Director: Emily Zappa, [email protected] and more. www.desertja.org/camp-destination Kindergarten-eighth grade. Leadership in Training (LIT) 10th grade and up. A child’s destination for a RESIDENT CAMPS summer of fun, friendship and memories.

Camp Shalom Camp Daisy and Harry Stein Temple Emanuel of Tempe Formerly Camp Charles Pearlstein 5801 S. Rural Road Camp location: Prescott, AZ Tempe, AZ 85283 Winter location: Congregation Beth Israel 480-838-1414, Fax: 480-838-2192 10460 N. 56th St. Director: Rachel Wallach Scottsdale, AZ 85253 [email protected] 480-951-0323, Fax: 480-951-7150 Ages 12 months-10 years. Summer camp that infuses [email protected] fun themes with Jewish celebration and learning. www.campstein.org Director: Brian Mitchell Arizona’s only Jewish resident camp. Second-12th grade. Varied activities for everyone. Leadership- development programs for high-school students. Owned and operated by Congregation Beth Israel. I See ad on page 41

Camp Simcha Friendly Pines Camp Congregation Beth Israel 933 Friendly Pines Road 10460 N. 56th St. Prescott, AZ 86303 Scottsdale, AZ 85253 (888) 281-2267, Fax: (928) 445-6065 480-951-3398 [email protected] [email protected] www.friendlypines.com www.cibaz.org In the cool pines near Prescott, 30-plus activities are Camp Director: Courtney Haworth offered. Riding, swimming, water-skiing, climbing Traditional and specialty camps for infants through and more. Excellent camper/staff ratios. Staff fourth grade. Splash pad, sports, arts, yoga, fi eld trips. background checks/drug tests. ACA accredited. Winter camp available. Full- and part-time options. I See ad on page 39 38 Jewish News YOUtH Camp Swift Youth Foundation Jewish Committee on Scouting 7950 E. Acoma Drive, Suite 106 Chairman, Central and Northern Arizona ProgrAmS Scottsdale, AZ 85260 David Zinder, 602-358-7826 480-443-5645 [email protected] [email protected] Chairman, Tucson and Southern Arizona www.campswift.org Frank Youdelman: (520) 742-7625 (home) Executive Director: Kaylie Marsh (520) 465-7625 (cell) BBYO Founded in 1980, instills a commitment to social [email protected] (B’nai B’rith Youth Organization) action in Jewish teens by providing them with the Member, National Jewish Committee on Scouting Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center opportunity to act as mentors for economically Lee F. Shedroff, 623-376-8737 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 201 disadvantaged youth at overnight camps. [email protected] Scottsdale, AZ 85254 www.jewishscouting.org Mountain Region Program Director: Chabad Youth Programs Promotes and recognizes scouting’s Jewish Religious Laura Charnofsky, 480-634-4900, ext. 1127 Awards Program. Promotes scouting among Jewish [email protected] Chabad of Phoenix youth, helps Jewish institutions provide scouting Youth leaders create and lead programs with 2110 E. Lincoln Drive opportunities and service projects. professional staff and volunteer adult advisors. Phoenix, AZ 85016 Judaism, education, social action, community service, 602-944-2753 Jewish Community Foundation athletic, recreation, summer travel experiences. [email protected] www.chabadaz.com/youth AZA (Aleph Zadik Aleph): boys, grades 8-12 Director: Mussie Levertov Youth Philanthropy Board BBG (B’nai B’rith Girls): girls, grades 8-12 Offering youth dynamic hands-on programs 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 202 BBYO Connect: grades 6-7 designed to challenge and involve Jewish youth, Scottsdale, AZ 85254 I See ad on page 40 regardless of religious commitment or affi liation, in 480-699-1717, Fax: 480-699-1807 their priceless heritage. [email protected] www.jcfphoenix.org Bureau of Jewish Education/ President and CEO: Richard Kasper Hebrew High of Greater Phoenix CTeen Programs Director: Andrea Cohen Chabad of Phoenix Chair: Sheryl Quen Phoenix High School of Jewish Studies 2110 E. Lincoln Drive Grades 9-12. Leadership, philanthropy and 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 206 Phoenix, AZ 85016 community service for outstanding high school Scottsdale, AZ 85254 602-793-0152, Fax: (877) 545-9550 students. Open to B’nai Tzedek teens only. 480-634-8050, Fax 480-634-8051 [email protected] [email protected] www.chabadaz.com/teens www. bjephoenix.org Director: Rabbi Dov Levertov Director/Hebrew High: Myra Shindler Jewish teen club that compacts exhilarating fun, Alexander Muss High School in Israel: Elaine Hirsch An Arizona stimulating classes and meaningful projects into a Family Education: Linda Feldman program that is thrilling and uniting. Tradition Three campuses: Scottsdale, Chandler & West Valley Special programs include: Hebrew for high school Since language credit, AMHSIsrael, Care-a-van Summer Jewish Federation Experience Tour, bikkur cholim hospital volunteers, 1941! Bronia and Sam Bronkesh Jewish Spirit Prize, retreats. of Greater Phoenix Teen and Youth Programs @ The J Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center B’nai Tzedek Youth Philanthropy 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 201 Scottsdale, AZ 85254 Program 480-484-7121, ext.1271 Jewish Community Foundation Director: Eric Schwartz, [email protected] 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 202 Leadership in Training Scottsdale, AZ 85254 Develops leadership skills in teens. 480-699-1717, Fax: 480-699-1807 Teen Lounge @ The J [email protected] Provides a safe, fun place for tween and teens www.jcfphoenix.org Club J President & CEO: Richard Kasper Provides a safe, fun place for grades K-5. Director: Andrea Cohen Chair: Sheryl Quen Grades 7-12. The largest teen giving program Girl Scout Troop #1674 ...turning childhood moments 74th in Arizona. Service learning, philanthropy and [email protected] 74th community involvement. into life’s rich memories Season www.girlscoutsaz.org Season Troop Leader: Halle Farber Riding • Waterskiing • Climbing Girl Scout programming conducted through a Swimming • Crafts and More traditional Jewish lens. Monday afternoon meetings 2014 Dates at rotating locations, NE Valley. 2014 Dates 2, 4, 6-week2-Wk: JuneSessions 15-28; June 29-July 12: July 13-26 2-Wk: June 15-28; JuneCoed 1-Wk:29-July • June Ages 12: 15-21; 6-13July June •13-26 ACA 22-28; Accredited June 29-July 5; July 6-12; July 13-19; July 20-26 1-Wk: June 15-21; June 22-28; June 29-JulyWell-screened 5; July 6-12; staff July •13-19; Prescott,888-281-CAMP July AZ20-26 888-281-CAMPwww.friendlypines.com 1-800-281-CAMP

Community Directory 2016 39 YOUtH Temple Beth Sholom of the East Valley Jewish Student Union NFTY 480-897-3636 Director: Shmuli Josephson North American Federation of Temple Youth Adviser: Sarah Namm [email protected] NFTY-Southwest is a Reform Jewish community Youth commissioner: Regina Fischer www.arizona.ncsy.org for high school students that forges and builds [email protected] An adviser brings pizza and Jewish activities to friendships, community, lifelong Reform Jewish [email protected] public high schools weekly. Current participating identities, and leadership skills. local schools: Brophy, Chaparral, Desert Mountain, Horizon, Tesseract, Pinnacle, Sunnyslope, Saguaro. Beth Israel Temple Youth (BITY) Adviser: Taylor Poslosky Keshet Social Group 480-951-0323, ext. 138 iSrAel Council For Jews With Special Needs Gan Elohim Temple Youth (GETY) 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 205 602-502-9693 ProgrAmS Scottsdale, AZ 85254 Advisers: Jonathan and Kathie Dalton 480-629-5343, Fax: 480-629-5365 Contact: [email protected] See Taglit-Birthright Israel programs under [email protected] Kol Ami Temple Youth (KATY) Community/Young Adults on page 29. www.cjsn.org 480-951-9660 Executive Director: Amy DL Hummell Adviser: Carly Kastner Board President: Richard Lustiger [email protected] Social club for teens and adults with moderate to Alexander Muss High School in Israel Temple Chai Temple Youth (TCTY) severe disabilities. Twice-monthly gatherings focus 8698 E. San Alberto Drive, Suite B on Jewish education and recreational activities. 602-971-1234 Adviser: Erin Wynn Scottsdale, AZ 85258 [email protected] 480-447-8100, ext. 981 www.jnf.org Maccabi Youth Program Temple Emanuel Temple Youth (TETY) AMHSI is the only non-denominational, co- Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center Adviser: Dori Singer educational English language study abroad program 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd. 480-838-1414 in Israel for high school students. Scottsdale, AZ 85254 [email protected] Youth Sports Director: Alexa Wollach [email protected] Temple Solel Temple Youth (TSTY) 480-484-7121, ext. 1283 480-991-7414 Explores Jewish heritage through community Adviser: Michelle Ross service, team building, sportsmanship and the Rabbi Ilana Mills rEferrAl/ opportunity to participate in the annual JCC [email protected] Association Maccabi Games. Support USY NCSY/Junior NCSY United Synagogue Youth Council For Jews With Special Needs National Council of Synagogue Youth Part of the United Synagogue of Conservative 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 205 9831 W. Pico Blvd. Judaism. Activities open to all Jewish teenagers. An Scottsdale, AZ 85254 Los Angeles, CA 90035 informal educational program consisting of social, 480-629-5343, Fax: 480-629-5365 (310) 229-9000, ext. 209 religious and educational activities. [email protected] Executive Director: Effi e Goldberg www.cjsn.org Arizona Director: Shmuli Josephson Beth El Congregation, 602-944-3359 Executive Director: Amy DL Hummell [email protected] Adviser: Nancy Siegel Manson, ext. 123 Board President: Richard Lustiger www.arizona.ncsy.org [email protected] Provides assistance to children and teens who have Organization dedicated to connect, inspire and Or Tzion Congregation, 480-342-8858 disabling conditions to facilitate inclusion in regular empower Jewish teens and encourage passionate Adviser: Andy Gottschalk Jewish preschools, congregational schools, day Judaism through Torah and Tradition. Open to all [email protected] schools and Jewish camps. Jewish high school students. Friendship Circle Chabad of Arizona 2110 E. Lincoln Drive Phoenix, AZ 85016 602-861-1600 [email protected] www.fcaz.org Director: Rabbi Mendy Levertov Programs present families of individuals with special needs and teen volunteers the opportunity to Anti-Defamation League form real friendships within a nonjudgmental and supportive community. To learn more or Mountain Region BBYO to register your school, 480-634-4900 ext. 1127 contact ADL at www.bbyo.org 602-274-0991 arizona.adl.org/initiative

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Celebrating a 125-year history of outstanding schools, and located in the heart of Phoenix, Madison Elementary School District’s (Madison’s) eight schools provide a program of public education from pre-kindergarten through grade eight. The attractive lifestyle of neighborhoods in the area have been highlighted in Phoenix Home and Garden and Money magazines, with both publications listing the local public schools as one of the reasons they are so desirable. Other articles have referenced Madison as a “destination district,” and this standard of excellence drives many families to select Madison schools for their children.

Madison ensures that all students maximize their potential through a variety of Signature Programs. While all Madison Schools provide extraordinary academics, the Signature Programs empower students and their families to select an additional learning focus. Madison Heights offers Spanish Language Immersion for students from pre-kindergarten through grade four. Madison Simis and Madison Meadows offer the International Baccalaureate Programme® spanning pre-kindergarten through grade eight across the two campuses. Madison Park offers Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) for students from grade fi ve through grade eight. Madison Traditional Academy offers the Traditional Philosophy and spans pre-kindergarten through grade eight. Madison No. 1 offers fi ne and performing arts. Madison also hosts the REACH program for highly gifted students that spans the Madison Heights and Madison No. 1 campuses. Madison Camelview and Madison Rose Lane are currently developing their Signature Programs as they provide outstanding academics to students in pre-kindergarten through grade four.

Pre-kindergarten and before and after care programs are provided by Madison’s Community Education Department. Madison’s pre- kindergarten program articulation with kindergarten literacy has resulted A Reform Jewish in improved fl uency as measured by benchmark testing. For parents who desire every advantage for their child, Madison’s programs from pre-

Summer Camp kindergarten through eighth grade offer a private school education with ADVERTORIAL for Children Grades 2-11 a public school price tag. To learn about the full range of Madison School District educational programs, call 602-664-7900 or visit PRESCOTT, ARIZONA madisonaz.org.

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Community Directory 2016 41 iSrAEl Consulate General of Israel AgEncieS/ 11766 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1600 AGENCIES & Los Angeles, CA 90025 (323) 852-5500, Fax: (323) 852-5566 ORGANIZATIONS OrgAnizAtionS embassies.gov.il/la Consul General of Israel in Los Angeles: David Siegel Consul for Culture, Media and Public Diplomacy: Dana Erlich Provides educational, political and cultural informa- TRAVEL American Friends tion about Israel through speakers and written and of Magen David Adom (AFMDA) audiovisual materials. Arizona Friends of ARMDI 10645 N. Tatum Blvd., Suite C200-335 Israel Bonds — Phoenix, AZ 85028 Development Corporation for Israel www.afmda.org Registered Representative: Bob Leve [email protected] 4500 S. Lakeshore Drive, Suite 355 Coordinators: Jay Bycer, 602-751-7701 Tempe, AZ 85282 Barb Zemel, 602-826-1892 480-948-7315, (800) 229-4324, Fax: 480-948-7413 U.S. tax-exempt organization. Supporting Magen [email protected] David Adom, the State of Israel’s sole provider of www.israelbonds.com emergency medical services. Humanitarian orga- Israel Bonds are investment-grade securities. nization serving in times of war, terrorist attack, Proceeds from the sale of Israel Bonds build and crisis and disaster. strengthen every aspect of Israel’s economy and I See ad on page 43 infrastructure. Member FINRA, SIPC.

American Technion Society The Israel Center/Israelis (858) 750-2135, Fax: (858) 430-3589 in Arizona/IAC Contact: Mark Greenberg Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix [email protected] 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 201 www.ats.org Scottsdale, AZ 85254 Israel’s leading science/technology university, with 480-634-4900, ext. 1109, Fax: 480-634-4588 contributions that include life-saving medicine, Israel Center Director: Shahar Edry cancer and Alzheimer’s research, alternative energy, [email protected] water conservation and nanotechnology. [email protected] Acts as central resource for Israel activities, trips and Arizona Friends of the Israel Scouts scholarships dedicated to providing educational P.O. Box 28982 programming and people-to-people connections Scottsdale, AZ 85255 to Israel. 480-216-4280 [email protected] Chairman: Steve Rosenbaum Sponsors the annual Israeli Scout Friendship Cara- van’s visit to the Valley. Featuring 16- and 17-year- old pre-army scouts singing and dancing.

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www.goisrael.com Volunteers for Israel (VFI) Information about tourism to Israel. PR and promo- 480-838-3457 tion. Provides maps, brochures and fi lms concerning [email protected] travel to Israel. Jewish National Fund www.vfi -usa.org Regional Manager: Helen Pearson Freedman See Israel programs for youth and young adults on 8698 E. San Alberto Drive, Suite B An American nonprofi t organization supporting page 29 and 40. Scottsdale, AZ 85258 the Israeli program Sar-El. Volunteers perform non- 480-447-8100 combat duties while living on an IDF base, freeing Tree Hotline: (800) 542-8733 soldiers’ time. www.jnf.org President: Toni Dusik Executive Director: Deb Rochford Major Gifts Director: Itzik Becher Campaign Executive: Hayley Magerman trAvEl Work is concentrated on seven major areas in Israel: Forestry and green innovations, water, community El Al Israel Airlines Support Israel development, Zionist education and advocacy, District Sales Offi ce: 8383 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 363 in a way that will R&D, heritage sites and accessibility and therapeutic Beverly Hills, CA 90211 make a difference. services. (323) 852-1252 www.elal.co.il Reservations: (800) 223-6700 Tzedakah Fund Inc. Airline providing nonsmoking fl ights to Israel from P.O. Box 9806 Los Angeles, New York, Chicago and Miami. Phoenix, AZ 85068 Make a gift today to Israel’s emergency 602-908-8007, Fax: 602-588-0869 medical and blood-services organization. [email protected] Israel Government Tourist Offi ce Protecting our soldiers and all Israelis 24/7. Israel Ministry of Tourism — Western Region — Co-presidents: Jay Bycer and Barbara Zemel / Co-Presidents Elaine Waxman and Robert Segelbaum USA 10645 N. Tatum Blvd. #200-335 Nonprofi t 501(c)(3) Arizona corporation organized 11766 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1600 Phoenix, AZ 85028 in 1984 for direct, grass-roots giving to people and Los Angeles, CA 90025 602.751.7701 or 602.826.1892 small organizations who minister to the needs of (323) 658-7463, Fax: (323) 658-6543 [email protected] www.afmda.org the disadvantaged in Israel. No overhead. [email protected] Dear Greater Phoenix Jewish community, We, the Board of Rabbis of Our annual Tikkun Leil Shavuot Our collective voice will help to Greater Phoenix, want to be your program provides engaging move forward our communal public go-to resource for Jewish life and opportunities for the community affairs agenda, motivating both Jews learning in the Valley of the Sun. to come together in celebration of and non-Jews to take action in areas As a transdenominational, Jewish study and learning. such as civil rights, peace, security, egalitarian and pluralistic This will be our second year as democracy and Israel advocacy. professional organization that local hosts of the world-renowned Feel free to contact any one of brings together rabbis from Florence Melton School of Jewish our members for information on around the Valley, our association Learning. With programs of various local Jewish life, congregations and represents a diverse body of Jewish duration, participants engage in for your lifecycle needs. We look knowledge and rabbinic leadership. study of our traditions and texts. New forward to meeting you. Members of the Board of Rabbis this year are the Scholar’s Program are required to be members in and seminar for day school parents. Sincerely, good standing of recognized The Board of Rabbis has assumed Board of Rabbis Executive national rabbinical associations a signifi cant leadership role in Committee that subscribe to a code of ethics facilitating the re-establishment of President: Rabbi Jeremy Schneider and committed to the concept of the Jewish Community Relations Vice President: Rabbi Robert Kravitz ADVERTORIAL klal Yisrael (the unity of the Jewish Council with fi nancial support Secretary: Rabbi people). granted by the Jewish Community Bonnie Sharfman A primary focus of the Board Foundation. The JCRC will focus on Treasurer: Rabbi of Rabbis is our desire to provide advocacy, education and coalition Micah Caplan leadership and opportunities for the building for public affairs initiatives, Immediate Past community to grow in knowledge seeking out partnerships and President: Rabbi and understanding. building bridges of understanding. Rony Keller

Community Directory 2016 43 HEAlth & Jewish Family & Children’s Service wEllnESS BrEASt HEAlth/ 602-452-4627 www.jfcsaz.org Jewish counseling services by licensed Jewish GEnEtic tEStinG therapists. Counseling for children, families, couples and individuals through all of life’s tough challenges. BREAST HEALTH/ GENETIC TESTING Jewish Marriage Encounter Chavurah Jewish Genetic Diseases Center (Jewish Marriage Enhancement, J.M.E.) Contact: Linda Seligman, 480-893-7612 of Greater Phoenix Monthly meetings in Phoenix and surrounding areas. 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 201 For previously encountered couples. COUNSELING Scottsdale, AZ 85254 480-668-3347, Fax: 480-209-1963 [email protected] www.jewishgeneticsphx.org Executive Director: Jacqui Breger President: Sherman Minkoff, M.D. DEntiStry DENTISTRY Breast Health: Alpha Omega Dental Fraternity Providing education about hereditary breast and 706 E. Bell Road, Suite 111 ovarian cancer (BRCA mutations) among individuals Phoenix, AZ 85022 with Ashkenazi/Eastern European ancestry; avenue 602-404-3800, Fax: 602-404-3757 to genetic counseling, support and referrals. Contact: Dr. Steve Hymovitch Genetic Testing: The international fraternity for Jewish dentists FITNESS Providing education and affordable carrier testing around the world. Meetings several times per year for Jewish genetic diseases. Screening events are with speakers on both dental and Judaic topics. offered every spring and fall. PETS CounSElinG JACS — A Jewish Recovery Group Ina Levine Jewish Community Campus 12701 N. Scottsdale Road Second fl oor conference room Scottsdale, AZ 85254 602-971-1234, ext. 280 [email protected] Hope, strength and support for Jewish alcoholics, chemically dependent persons, families and friends. Meetings held the fi rst and third Wednesday, 7:30- 8:30 p.m. Inquiries and meetings are anonymous. Compassionate, Quality Pet Care

Find Community, Be Inspired. Warm, inclusive, non-denominational by choice. – • Youth Education Program (YEP!) BJE presents family learning “Training no charge for Kehillah members! We now see exotics too program in Sun City West: • Young Families events valley view Wheels ... Cycling Through the Jewish • Interfaith Social Action Year,” a program of the Bureau of Jew- • Mozart Mondays and much more! East Valley Jewish MoreExpo than to 45be ish Education for children ages 3-6 and held in Tempe Sept. 7: their parents or grandparents, will be organizations will showcase ways to get held 1:15-2 p.m. on the second Sunday 7430 E. Pinnacle Peak Rd. Wellness Plans available involved in Jewish life in the East Valley of each month starting Sept. 14, at Beth Suite 132 and in Greater Phoenix during the East Emeth Congregation, 13702 W. Meeker Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Blvd., Sun City West. The eight-month Valley Jewish Expo, to be held 1-4 p.m. (North Scottsdale/Phoenix/Desert Ridge) ThankSunday, Sept. 7, at the Tempe Center for class is designed to help familiesyou learn for the Arts, 700 W. Rio Salado Parkway. about their Jewish world. The program is sponsored by the Bureau of Jewish Congregation Kehillah The free community event is hosted www.congregationkehillah.org by the Jewish Community Association Education, Hadassah Valley of the Sun 602-369-7667 of Greater Phoenix and will include an and Temple Gan Elohim. ask-the-rabbi table with members of the To register, call Linda Feldman, 480- Greater Phoenix Board of Rabbis. 634-8050. Cost is $85, $10 for each Guests are encouraged to bring additional child. Registration required;  School Tuition register online at bjephoenix.org (click nonperishable food items that will be  Car/Home Repairs donated to local food banks. Jewish Family Experiences). 529 E. Maryland Ave. A Childsplay production of “Charlotte’s  Web” starts at 4 p.m. (For tickets, visit AZJHS director to speak Dr. Lawrence at Jew- Weight Loss Surgery supportingchildsplayaz.org). ish genealogy meeting: for Shabbat our  For more details, visit the JCA East Bell, Ph.D., executive director of the Adoption/IVF Valley Jewish Expo page on Facebook. Arizona Jewish Historical Society, will  So Much More speak at the next meeting of the Phoe- 6:15 pm - Kabbalat Shabbat Service nix Jewish Genealogy Group, 1-3Plotkin p.m. Phoenix JNF hosts first reunion for Alex- ander Muss High School in Israel: Sunday, Sept. 7, at the Cutler Yes, we have an Jewish National Fund (JNF) will host its Jewish Heritage Center, 122 E. Culver followed by Kiddush loan for that. first ever Alexander Muss High School St., Phoenix. He will speak about early interest-free in Israel (AMHSI) Reunion, 5:30 p.m. Jewish history in Phoenix. Thursday, Sept. 11, at RSVP Social Club, The second part of the meeting will feature a mentoring session with oppor- 4301 N. Civic Center Plaza, Scottsdale. 4645 E. Marilyn Road 602-279-7366 tunities for requesting and offering help The event will bring together AMHSI Phoenix 85032 advertisers.alumni from all over Arizona and will with ongoing research problems. The 602-971-1234 meeting is open and free to all. Contact introduce them to JNF and AMHSI’s www.templechai.com (602) 230-7983 alliance. AMHSI is a nondenominational, Emily Garber, [email protected]. ti on, contact For more informa www.jewishfreeloan.org ti ve Director pluralistic, eight-week, English language Beth Joe Miller, Execu academic experience in Israel for high Beth El hosts cooking class: at [email protected] www.EastMarylandAH.com school sophomores, juniors and seniors. El Congregation will host a monthly The reunion will feature guest speaker “Kosher Cooking Around the World” Rabbi Leor Sinai, who has extensive class that starts 9:30-11:30 a.m. Sunday, experience within the Jewish community, Sept. 7. The other classes will be held including JNF, Dan Hotels of Israel, The Oct. 19, Nov. 9 and Dec. 7. Jewish Lens, Hillel Israel and The Jewish The class will be taught by Suzanne Agency for Israel. The reunion will be Fuchs from Gourmet Touch Catering, open to any alumni ages 21 and up. who has been catering weddings, parties, Stay connected Contact Hayley Magerman, hmager corporate events, bar mitzvahs and Beth Become a Member [email protected] or 602-277-4800, ext. 981. El events since 1988. Students will learn The Council how to prepare gourmet kosher meals. JN Now: bit.ly/ CJSN hosts 80s night: The cost is $15 per class or $48 pre- for Jews With Special Needs will present paid for all four classes; the fee includes JNnow14 “Rocking the 80s,” an 80s-themed event supplies, a recipe book, tasting samples 7-10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23, at Boondocks and meals to be finished at home. Space /JewishAZ Patio & Grill, 4341 N. 75th St., Scottsdale. is limited. Facebook CJSN is a nonprofit organization founded The class will be held at Beth El, in 1985 with the goal of providing 1118 W. Glendale Ave., Phoenix. Visit Twitter/phxjnews programs, supports and resources to help bethelphoenix.com or call 602-944- Hadassah Valley of the Sun Chapter all Jews with disabilities and their families 3359. – Leisah Woldoff 480-998-1880 fulfill their spiritual, cultural and religious /jewishaz.com needs. The Aug. 23 “friendraiser” is Website [email protected] being held to promote awareness about See more community events on Page 7. 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44 Jewish News FitnESS JCC Fitness & Wellness Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 201 Scottsdale, AZ 85254 480-483-7121, ext. 1287, Fax: 480-483-8441 General Manager: Nancy Ottmann, [email protected] O ers group  tness, personal training, yoga, Pilates, Zumba, Body pump, TRX, cycle, aquatics, youth and adult sports and leagues, nutrition counseling, massage and wellness. PEtS East Maryland Animal Hospital 529 E. Maryland Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85012 602-279-7366, Fax: 602-279-4289 www.eastmarylandah.com AAHA-accredited full-service veterinary hospital providing wellness, vaccinations, diagnostic/ Giving back therapeutic services, internal medicine, surgery, Members of Beth Ami Temple of Paradise Valley volunteered in summer dentistry, radiology, laboratory, pharmacy, 2015 to pack several hundred medical supply kits and equipment to send behavioral and dietary counseling and boarding. to impoverished countries, as part of Project CURE in Tempe. ■ See ad on page 44 Photo courtesy of Deborah Muller

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Community Directory 2016 45 CUltUrE, Greater Phoenix Jewish Film artS & ArchitEcturE Festival 6501 E. Greenway Parkway, Suite 103; PMB 234 Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West Scottsdale, AZ 85254 12345 N. Taliesin Drive 602-753-9366, Fax: 602-588-0869 JUDAiCA Scottsdale, AZ 85261 www.gpjff.org 480-627-5340, Fax: 480-860-1863 Executive Director: Robert Segelbaum [email protected] [email protected] www.franklloydwright.org Artistic Directors: Jules Rossman and Scottsdale’s only National Historic Landmark was Walter Berkey Wright’s winter home and workplace. Guided tours [email protected] ARCHITECTURE lead visitors through the buildings and landscaped Presents international fi lms with Jewish themes grounds he designed, serving today as an architec- to Greater Phoenix to increase awareness ture school. among all Valley residents of the variety and richness of Jewish culture. I See ad on this page ARTS & CULTURE ArtS & Culture JudAicA Additional synagogues have gift shops. JUDAICA Beth Emeth Congregation Arizona Jewish Historical Society 122 E. Culver St. of the West Valley Judaica Shop Phoenix, AZ 85004 & Consignment Corner 602-241-7870, Fax: 602-264-9773 13702 W. Meeker Blvd. MEDIA [email protected] Sun City West, AZ 85375 www.azjhs.org 623-584-7210, Fax: 623-975-2976 Executive Director: Lawrence Bell, Ph.D. [email protected] President: Mark Sendrow www.bethemethaz.org Collects, preserves and exhibits material related Rabbi David Rosenberg to the history of Jews in Arizona and the South- President: Joseph Weintraub NEEDLEWORK west. Community archives, oral history collection, A Conservative, egalitarian, multigenerational con- sponsors educational programs. gregation. Ritual items including kosher scrolls, ac- I See ad on page 50 cessories, holiday, Jewish gifts, select Judaica items on consignment and special orders. PHOTOGRAPHY Entertainment & Education Through Film Temple Beth Shalom and Jewish & VIDEOGRAPHY 480-221-9293, Fax: (866) 610-9588 Community Center of the NW Valley [email protected] 12202 N. 101st Ave. Artistic Director: Roni Zee Sun City, AZ 85351 Events for any age. Creating the perfect fi lm event 623-977-3240 for an organization. Securing fi lm rights, helping [email protected] with venue selection and operational direction. www.templebethshalomaz.com Perfect for fundraising. Complete selection of Judaica gifts, mezuzahs, yahrzeit candles, menorahs, seder plates, chil- dren’s items and handmade items. Original Judaic art available for holiday and year round.

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50 Jewish News DininG Segal’s One Stop (Vaad) BAkEriES 4818 N. Seventh St. Cookies From Home Phoenix, AZ 85014 BAKERIES (Vaad) 602-285-1515, Fax: 602-277-5760 1605 W. University Drive, Suite 106 [email protected] Tempe, AZ 85281 www.segalsonestop.com FOOD TRUCKS 480-894-1944, (800) 543-8133 www.cookiesfromhome.com Zoyo Neighborhood Yogurt (Vaad) Fairytale Brownies 1139 E. Glendale Ave. MARKETS & SHOPS (Vaad) Phoenix, AZ 85020 4610 E. Cotton Center Blvd., Suite 100 602-265-6060 Phoenix, AZ 85040 www.zoyogurt.com (800) 324-7982, Fax: 602-489-5133 RESTAURANTS www.brownies.com Middle Eastern Bakery & Deli (Vaad) rEStAurAntS 3052 N. 16th St. Chompie’s N.Y. Style Deli Phoenix, AZ 85016 Kashrut, keeping kosher, is a system of laws 602-277-4927 Restaurant, Bagels, Bakery and practices derived from several sources. & Catering www.chompies.com The following foods are kosher: Paradise Valley Mall • Vegetables and fruits, which may be FooD trUCKS NW Corner of Cactus and Tatum, Phoenix, AZ served with either meat or milk Frites Street 602-710-2910 • Fish that have both fi ns and scales fritesstreet.com Mercado Del Rancho • Most domesticated fowl ritually facebook.com/fritesstreet 9301 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale, AZ 85260 slaughtered by a qualifi ed shochet (ritual Offering gourmet French fries with house-made 480-860-0475 slaughterer) toppings and dipping sauces. Available for 1160 E. University Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281 • Eggs without blood spots from kosher corporate and private events. Custom menus 480-557-0700 available. Check Facebook for weekly schedule. birds Chandler Village Center I See ad on page 52 3481 W. Frye Road, Chandler, AZ 85226 • Animals that both chew their cud and have 480-398-3008 a split hoof and that have been properly Valleywide Custom Catering: 480-348-CATR(2287) slaughtered, soaked and salted Arizona’s N.Y. deli since 1979, serving bagels, gourmet During the eight days of Passover, all pastries, breakfast, lunch and dinner and traditional Jewish favorites seven days a week. foods containing leavening are forbidden, mArkEtS & including bread, grains, beans, peas and I See ad on this page lentils, in Ashkenazi tradition. ShopS Imperial Market and Deli Evening Entertainment Group 7340 E. Indian Plaza (Vaad) Scottsdale, AZ 85251 737 E. Glendale Ave. Kosher Certifi cation Legend: Area retail 480-429-6000, Fax: 480-304-3433 Phoenix, AZ 85020 and industrial facilities are supervised by [email protected] 602-285-6999 www.eveningentertainmentgroup.com local or national kashruth supervising www.imperialkosher.com agencies which are marked in parenthe- Seven venues feature a distinct ambiance. Bevvy, ses after the name, including: Bottled Blonde, Hi-Fi, The Mint, Livewire, RnR and

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Community Directory 2016 51 DininG Sandbars are undeniably the Valley’s most exclusive the-century cottages and on our lush, shady patio. event destinations. A Valley favorite for decades. Mozart Café & Bakery (Vaad) I See ad on page 49 I See ad on page 51 7116 E. Mercer Lane Scottsdale, AZ 85254 Fresh Mint Imperial Market and Deli 480-609-3879 www.mozartscottsdale.com (Vaad) (Vaad) 13802 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 161 737 E. Glendale Ave. Scottsdale, AZ 85254 Phoenix, AZ 85020 New York Bagels ‘N Bialys 480-443-2556 602-285-6999 (Vaad-most bread products) www.freshmint.us.com www.imperialkosher.com 10320 N. Scottsdale Road Scottsdale, AZ 85253 Hard Rock Cafe Kitchen 18 480-991-3034 www.nybagelsnbialys.com 3 S. Second St. (Chabad) Phoenix, AZ 85004 10211 N. Scottsdale Road 602-261-7625, Fax: 602-261-7635 Scottsdale, AZ 85253 Paprika [email protected] 480-284-6001, Fax: 480-315-8334 (Vaad) www.hardrock.com/cafes/phoenix www.thekitchen18.com 7116 E. Mercer Lane Celebrate bar/bat mitzvahs, wedding receptions and Scottsdale, AZ 85254 rehearsal dinners at this world-famous restaurant. 480-948-3776 Equipped with state-of-the-art audio and a stage to LaBella Pizzeria & Restaurant www.facebook.com/PaprikaScottsdale entertain guests, this rocking oasis is sure to please. (Vaad) I See ad on page 50 6505 N. Seventh St. Phoenix, AZ 85014 Samarkand Restaurant 602-354-7002 (Vaad) House of Tricks www.labellapizzeriaandrestaurant.com 7823 N. 19th Ave. 114 E. Seventh St. Phoenix, AZ 85021 Tempe, AZ 85281 602-331-8991 480-968-1114, Fax: 480-968-0080 Levi Catering Café and Bakery Inc. [email protected] (Vaad) www.houseoftricks.com 12701 N. Scottsdale Road Segal’s Kosher Foods Award-winning restaurant serves creative contem- Scottsdale, AZ 85254 (Vaad) porary American cuisine in two charming turn-of- 480-907-7150 4818 N. Seventh St. www.levi-catering.com Phoenix, AZ 85014 602-285-1515 Manhattan Pizza & Subs (Chabad) TEXAZ Grill 5224 N. Seventh St. 6003 N. 16th St. Phoenix, AZ 85014 Phoenix, AZ 85016 602-248-8086 602-248-7827, Fax: 602-248-7908 www.manhattanpizzeria.com [email protected] www.texazgrill.com Miracle Mile Deli A local steakhouse cooking homestyle Southern food for 30 years. Known for its choice aged beef, 4433 N. 16th St. Texas-friendly service, reasonable prices and chicken- Phoenix, AZ 85016 fried steak. 602-776-0992 www.miraclemiledeli.com I See ad on this page Come visit the new location. The perfect destination for all Jewish catering needs. An excellent choice for kiddushes, family gatherings and holidays. I See ad on this page Gourmet Pommes Frites Food Truck

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Community Directory 2016 53 bUSinESSES & SErviCES Jewish Federation of Greater Valley Networking Group Amy Rosenthal 480-214-3544; [email protected] HomeSmart Phoenix www.valleynetworkinggroup.com 602-385-9449 Business & Professional Groups President: Steven Bernstein Mobile: 602-430-3158 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 201 Business networking group composed of individu- [email protected] Scottsdale, AZ 85254 als who are collectively committed to growing the www.amyrosenthal.com 480-483-7121, ext. 1202 business of members. Lunch meetings on the second Almost 20 years’ experience selling in the Valley. Help- Development Associate: Amanda Garcia and fourth Mondays. Guests welcome — call first. ing achieve goals, dreams and maximizing invest- [email protected] ments for first-time or 10th-time buyers and sellers. Cardozo Society ■ See ad on page 53 www.jewishphoenix.org/cardozo Chai Tech rEAl EStAtE www.jewishphoenix.org/chaitech Toby Weinstein West USA Realty Real Estate & Finance brokEr 7077 E. Marilyn Road, Suite 130 www.jewishphoenix.org/ref Scottsdale, AZ 85254 Beth Jo Zeitzer 602-228-0265, 480-948-5554 R.O.I. Properties [email protected] M.O.T.2 2001 E. Campbell Ave., Suite 202 Priority is providing superior services that include (Members of the Tribe) Phoenix, AZ 85016 selling the home, helping to find a home and prop- [email protected] 602-319-1326, Fax: 602-522-2014 erty management. President: Jim Rosenfield, 480-818-0058 [email protected] B2B networking leads and referral group. Helping www.roiproperties.com ■ See ad on page 55 promote and grow businesses and people of the Beth Jo Zeitzer is CEO/Designated Broker of R.O.I. Jewish faith. Meets weekly at New York Bagels ’N Properties, a full-service real estate brokerage firm, Bialys. specializing in the acquisition/sale of commercial and residential properties. ■ See ad on page 7 wEAlth mAnAgEmEnt ABLE Financial rEAltorS 8737 E. Via de Commercio Scottsdale, AZ 85258 Sandra Barckholtz 480-258-6108, (888) 258-6108 Hope E. West USA Realty www.ablefinancialgroup.com Scottsdale, AZ 85254 Managing Partner: Adam M. Brooks, CFP Fruchtman 480-221-2593 Managing Partner: Lee C. Eisinberg Attorney at Law [email protected] Financial Adviser: Noel Gerson www.sandrabarckholtzrealestate.com Addressing financial needs by first developing a A Valley resident for 20 years with real estate exper- plan. The customized approach allows us to remain A full service family & tise including resale and new construction in the independent and unbiased in the recommendations Phoenix and Scottsdale areas. juvenile law firm and management of investments. ■ See ad on page 55 ■ See ad on this page 480-209-1918 [email protected] Bankers Trust 2525 E. Camelback Road, Suite 100 www.fruchtmanlegal.com Phoenix, AZ 85016 602-245-2020, Fax: 602-224-2059 [email protected] www.bankerstrust.com Offering comprehensive banking and financial Solutions-Driven Investment Management products. The bank contributes to the success of the Time to align your finances and investments with your life goals and retirement community by focusing on diversity, volunteerism expectations. ABLE Financial Group offers free consultations to explore options and financial support. that can help preserve your financial assets today and develop a comprehensive ■ See ad on page 55 investment strategy for tomorrow. ABLE Financial Group Adam M. Brooks, CFP® Lee C. Eisinberg Noel Gerson Managing Partner Managing Partner Financial Advisor [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 8737 E. Via de Commercio • Scottsdale AZ 85258 TEL 480-258-6104 • Toll Free 888-258-6108 www.ablefinancialgroup.com Investment products and services are offered through Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, LLC (WFAFN), Member SIPC. ABLE Financial Group, LLC, LLC is a separate entity from WFAFN. ABLE Financial Group and WFAFN are not tax or legal advisors. 08/15 54 Jewish News bUSinESSES & SErviCES

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Jewish News Staff Report Health Care Environment for Seniors In 2012, the Jewish Community Association of Greater Broadly speaking, the current health-care environment Phoenix (JCA) conducted a study to determine the needs – which affects much of senior life – provides federal and of the aging Jewish community in the Valley. Based upon state dollars that are allocated to senior programs. The the study’s findings, the agency concluded that the areas complex changes to the entire gamut of medical reim- they deemed most important for the Association to focus bursement is changing the way services are provided. Part their time, energy and resources on included: of this developing framework divides the reimbursement 1. Human Capital: Hiring a knowledgeable indi- system into four different categories: vidual to create a list of existing services and how to 1. Fee-for-service (FFS) with no links of payment to obtain them. The Senior Services Task Force felt an quality individual knowledgeable in this area was needed to 2. Fee-for-service with a link of payment to quality maintain this database and advise and refer people to 3. Alternative payment models built on fee-for-service existing service providers as needed. architecture 2. Transportation: According to the study, exist- 4. Population-based payment ing transportation resources were cumbersome for What this means for the layperson is that there will be seniors, inadequate and difficult to use and often huge shifts in the way care and services will be provided cost-prohibitive. The Task Force recommended that a and delivered to our seniors. There will be existing op- solution to this problem be studied, formulated and portunities for providers to reinvent themselves but this implemented. also means that the people using the services will need to 3. Programming/Socialization: The JCA ascer- understand how to choose those providers and how their tained from the study that there was a lack of pro- choices will affect their personal health and the corre- grams providing socialization experiences for seniors, sponding outcome. especially for those who have limited transportation In the very near future you will see providers moving options and or are homebound. The study asserted from “traditional” care delivery to “population” health. that a more strategic effort needed to be created The new terms are really a way for health-care providers to augment the availability of existing services for to redesign their services. In high-level terms, population seniors and, where necessary, expand them as needed health means looking at the whole person and addressing emphasizing Jewish social, cultural and religious all aspects of an individual’s life that influence his or her activities. health – essentially not just treating symptoms and condi- While the needs of our seniors are expansive and at tions but the entire person. times overwhelming to navigate, the JCA has identified Population health at the care-delivery level means it these three “priorities,” as well as many other issues that is more closely related to wellness initiatives that senior affect all seniors. As a community, we all have a role to living communities have been adopting for years. Many play in responding to these concerns. of those communities are listed here in our Senior For over six decades, Jewish News has maintained its Resource Guide. According to the National Wellness critical role as a resource for the Association and the Jew- Institute, there are six dimensions of wellness: emo- ish community at large. Our annual directory includes tional, physical, spiritual, intellectual (cognitive), social this comprehensive Senior Resource Guide. Included in and vocational. By addressing these key elements, senior this supplement, we broaden and review the “language” living communities seek to improve quality of life and of senior services, explain resources and provide a listing engagement in senior self-care, as a way of reducing of services that currently cater to our Jewish community. avoidable hospitalizations. We will likely see this trend Our Community Directory, with its supplemental of wellness change the historic paradigms of reimburse- resource for seniors also provides a wide variety of other ment to providers. pertinent information useful to all ages. At Jewish News, For consumers and for the providers, understanding we keep our pulse on the issues, legislative responses and the impact these changes will have on the community is services that are currently being offered to our community. critical. Understanding this will also enable agencies like We hope that you find the information in our Senior the JCA and Jewish Family & Children’s Service and a Resource Guide helpful in framing the larger context of plethora of other aging-oriented service organizations to the array of senior programs, services and resources that maximize their potential models for maximum reim- are currently available. bursement and maximum results.

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facility (such as a hospital or a primary tion, running errands, medication re- health care center), include medical or minders, light housecleaning, incidental DEFinitionS psychological assessment, wound care, transportation to doctor visits and other medication teaching, pain manage- nonmedical tasks. Adult day care ment, disease education and manage- This is currently an unregulated busi- ment, physical therapy, speech therapy ness, so potential clients should vet Adult day care, the supervised care of or occupational therapy. companies thoroughly before signing older adults, provides activities such as Practitioners providing home-health up for their services. meals and socializing one or more days care aim to help patients increase their a week during specified daytime hours. ability to perform the daily activities of Participants ­– who primarily have life. Home-health care can be covered Medicare, other insurance physical and/or cognitive limitations under most insurance programs, but The Medicare alphabet can confuse and need physical and/or psychologi- one should always verify the coverage cal assistance and a chance to socialize the savviest consumer. Medicare Part before signing up for this service. A is hospital/acute care insurance. – return to their homes each evening. Adult day care is often used to provide a Medicare Part B covers ancillary services respite to family members caring for an Nonmedical and physician visits. Medicare Part D is a older person who cannot safely be left home care prescription benefit. In addition, there is alone in the home. Medigap (providers include AARP, Unit- For a listing of local adult day care fa- Nonmedical home care helps with the ed Health Care, Aetna, etc.), a type of cilities in your area, visit www.azdes.gov. day-to-day tasks of living and provides private insurance that helps cover some some companionship. Such care helps costs that Medicare doesn’t pay. In ad- both seniors and their families by dition, because Medicare doesn’t cover Home-health services taking some of the stress out of daily care for chronic conditions, disabilities Home-health services, medically caregiving. or other conditions over an extended related services provided to patients in Nonmedical senior care companies period, seniors and their families should a home setting rather than in a medical focus on companionship, but also assist consider long-term care insurance to with daily needs, such as meal prepara- cover such needs should they arise.

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58 Jewish News SEniOr rESOUrCES Senior centers Alzheimer’s Association, provide re- Alzheimer’s patients, family members sources and research to the community. and caregivers throughout Arizona and Senior centers are community agen- There are also many places throughout Southern Nevada. cies for older adults. These centers off er the Valley that off er full-time care for a nutritional, recreational, educational, loved one who is suff ering from various Alzheimer’s Association health and legal services. forms of dementia. Desert Southwest For a listing of senior centers in Phoe- 1028 E. McDowell Road nix, visit www.phoenix.gov/human Banner Alzheimer’s Institute Phoenix, AZ 85006 services. For patients and their families, health (800) 272-3900 professionals, researchers and scientifi c www.alz.org/dsw collaborators, Banner Alzheimer’s In- stitute (BAI) is a leading destination for Special Care Units (SCU) Alzheimer’s disease care and treatment Alzheimer’s Special Care Units (SCUs) rESOUrCES through research. BAI provides patient exist to better meet dementia residents’ care and advances that capitalize on the needs and to protect residents with- Arizona Health Care best biomedical research. out dementia in nursing homes and residential-care facilities. Special care Cost Containment System Banner Alzheimer’s Institute 901 E. Willetta St. unit growth has become a challenge for (AHCCCS) Phoenix, AZ 85006 Alzheimer’s advocates concerned about the quality of long-term care. Arizona’s Medicaid agency, known 602-839-6900 www.banneralz.org Nearly 60 percent of nursing home as AHCCCS (Arizona Health Care Cost residents have Alzheimer’s or another Containment System), provides the Ari- form of dementia. In recent years, the zona Long Term Care System (ALTCS) for Alzheimer’s Association number of nursing homes that have individuals who are 65 or older, blind or (Desert Southwest Chapter) developed SCUs designed to serve disabled and need ongoing services at The local chapter is devoted to residents with Alzheimer’s disease has a nursing facility level of care. However, providing service and support to proliferated. Special care dementia units program participants do not have to reside in a nursing home. Cooking • shopping • laundry • personal care • transportation • medication reminders . . . AHCCCS (pronounced “access”) uses several contractors to provide long- term care services under ALTCS. An ALTCS contractor works like a health maintenance organization (HMO). The program contractor works with doctors, nursing homes, assisted-living facilities, hospitals, pharmacies, specialists, etc., to provide care. Each enrollee is assigned a case manager who will coordinate their care. Many ALTCS participants live in their own homes or an assisted-living facility and receive needed in-home services. To apply for long-term care, call or visit an Arizona Long Term Care System offi ce. Phoenix ALTCS Offi ce 801 E. Jeff erson St., MD 1600 Phoenix, AZ 85034 602-417-6600 It’s Personal Dementia and Alzheimer’s Care Specialists Alzheimer’s care Call us today for your FREE in-home care assessment plan 602.264.8009 • www.cypresshomecare.com There are several agencies in the Val- ley that provide services for Alzheimer’s Serving the Valley since 1994 care. Community-based services, such Jewish family owned and operated as Banner Alzheimer’s Institute and the

Community Directory 2016 59 SEniOr rESOUrCES now represent one of the fastest-grow- of older adults. As a private nonprofit to provide medical care, pain manage- ing parts of the nursing home business. corporation, the Area Agency on Aging ment and emotional and spiritual sup- Until recently, facilities did not have plans, coordinates, develops and deliv- port expressly tailored to the patient’s to meet any specific standards, beyond ers services for seniors (60 years and needs and wishes. Support is provided the nursing home regulations and stan- older), persons of any age who are HIV to the patient’s loved ones as well. dards to which all nursing homes are positive, adults (18-59 years) with dis- held, in order to promote themselves as abilities and long-term care needs and being special-care units. family caregivers of older adults. Hospice of the Valley Many facilities did not offer the same 1510 E. Flower St. Phoenix, AZ 85014 services or a comparable level of care, Area Agency on Aging, 602-530-6900, Fax: 602-530-6901 making it impossible for families of Region One, Inc. [email protected] Alzheimer’s patients to determine a www.hov.org 1366 E. Thomas Road, Suite 108 correct placement for their loved one. A not-for-profit hospice since 1977. Comfort and Phoenix, AZ 85014 dignity as life nears its end. Often, the term special care unit was 602-264-2255, Fax: 602-230-9132 used as a marketing scheme where the [email protected] ■ See ad on page 71 only distinguishing factor was that the www.aaaphx.org Established to respond to the needs of older adults, unit was locked. persons with HIV, adults with disabilities and long- Jewish resource: Kivel Campus of term care needs and family caregivers. HUD housing Care memory care unit, www.kivelcare. ■ See ad on page 61 (Low-income housing) org. Looking for housing options for your- Hospice self, an aging parent, relative or friend? Area Agency on Aging Hospice provides good-quality, Do some research first to determine compassionate care for people facing what kind of assistance or living ar- The Area Agency on Aging is part a life-limiting illness or injury. Hospice rangement is needed, and what health of a national network of organizations care uses a team-oriented approach insurance might cover. Then, check the established to respond to the needs website of HUD (the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) for financial assistance resources and Belmont Village residents enjoy guides for making the right choice. HUD counselors are available to answer exceptional hospitality, luxurious any questions. HUD Housing options amenities and premier programs include apartment living and staying in for health and wellness. Senior your home. Living has never looked better! Staying in the home: Options include reverse mortgages for seniors, federal housing programs, housing Distinctive Residential Settings counseling and rural housing loans. Chef-Prepared Dining and Bistro Apartments: Options include apart- Award-Winning Memory Care ments for the elderly and people with Health and Wellness Programs disabilities, finding affordable rents, public housing, housing choice vouch- Therapy and Rehabilitation Services ers (Section 8) and rural rental help.

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Job#: PUEB150401 De: mdk Colors Notes: Size: 4.75x7.25 Ae: jm C M Y K Publication: Jewish News Date: 04.30.2015 Client: Pueblo Norte Rnd~Ver: r01•vA NA NA NA NA 1017 TURNPIKE STREET, CANTON, MA 02021 • (P) 781.828.9290 • (F) 781.828.9419 • WWW.TRIADADVERTISING.COM SEniOr rESOUrCES son clams the survivor benefi t. transportation so that they can be more a-Ride. City or county governments can a. If the surviving person claims independent in the community. Seniors provide information. before FRA, the survivor benefi t will may be required to pay for transporta- The major public transportation be reduced. tion services; however, travel vouchers resource in the Greater Phoenix area b. If the surviving person claims might be available to help defray costs. is Valley Metro, which provides ser- at FRA or later, his or her survivor The Arizona Statewide Independent vice and transportation options for all benefi t will equal 100 percent of the Living Council lists the CILs in the state residents. Phone: 602-253-5000; TTY: deceased spouse’s benefi t (survivor (including Arizona Bridge to Indepen- 602-261-8208 benefi ts do not appreciate past the dent Living, see listing below) on its benefi ciary’s FRA). website, azsilc.org. Contact the CIL in your area about the availability of trans- VA benefi ts Toll-free number: (800) 772-1213 portation services. The U.S. Department of Veterans www.ssa.gov Aff airs (VA) provides payments to Arizona Bridge to Independent Living help veterans and their survivors who (ABIL) require the “aid and attendance” of an- Transportation 5025 E. Washington St., Suite 200 other person or who are housebound. Centers for Independent Living Phoenix, AZ 85034 Veterans and survivors who are In addition to a host of other services, 602-256-2245, Fax: 602-254-6407 eligible for a VA pension may be eligible some of Arizona’s Centers for Inde- Toll-free: (800) 280-2245 for these benefi ts, which are paid in pendent Living (CIL) provide non- TTY: 602-296-0591 addition to a monthly pension. They are emergency transportation to medical not available to those who are ineligible appointments, jobs, social activities and Public Transportation for a VA pension. CIL-related events. Various communities off er public Since the Aid and Attendance and Some CILs also off er travel training, transportation, such as buses, Ride Housebound allowances increase the where seniors can learn the overall Share, route-based shuttle services, pension amount, people who are not transit system and how to use public door-to-door pick up services and Dial- eligible for a basic pension because

Andara: A place to get inspired Andara, a North Scottsdale on the calendar, that’s what every resident has a living space senior living community, we’re going to do,” Koppert to suit his or her lifestyle. is a place to get inspired, says. “I wouldn’t have it any For Koppert, making Andara says Director of Resident other way.” an exciting place to live is her Programming Kim Koppert. For Andara’s Jewish residents, mission. “Whether it’s through the community celebrates “I love it when my residents connecting, growing, holidays, enjoys monthly say, ‘We have too much to moving, feeling, refl ecting Shabbat dinners and holds do,’ ” she says. “That’s a great or contributing back to events presented by local Jewish comment. It really is a great the community, that’s our organization Smile on Seniors. place to live.” philosophy,” she says. The active lifestyle at Andara Monthly meetings with the takes place in the community’s Andara Senior Living is residents help Koppert plan upscale property, which features located at 11415 N. 114th an activities calendar that amenities such as a piano bar, St., Scottsdale, AZ 85259. has something for everyone, billiards room, fi tness center, Call 480-451-1800 or visit from card games, movies and sports lounge and much more. andaraseniorliving.com. Nintendo Wii sports to art “It’s like living on a cruise lessons, exercise classes and ship,” Koppert says. Brain Health University, an Andara offers independent, award-winning enrichment assisted living and short-term program that promotes ongoing stay options to serve a wide learning and socialization. variety of needs. More than 20 “Whatever the residents want available fl oorplans means that ADVERTORIAL

62 Jewish News SEniOr rESOUrCES they exceed the income limit for a pen- coordination or conditions affecting sion may be eligible for a pension at the ability to dress and undress, to feed these increased rates. A veteran or sur- oneself, to attend to sanitary needs and SociAl viving spouse may not receive Aid and to keep oneself ordinarily clean and Attendance benefits and Housebound presentable. ProgrAmS benefits at the same time. Whether the claim is for Aid and Many synagogues have seniors groups and Attendance or Housebound, the report programs. Aid and Attendance should indicate how well the applicant The Aid and Attendance (A&A) gets around, where the applicant goes, increased monthly pension amount and what he or she is able to do during Active Adult Programs @ the J may be added to a monthly pension Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center a typical day. In addition, it is necessary 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 201 if the applicant meets one of the to determine whether the claimant is Scottsdale, AZ 85254 following conditions: confined to the home or immediate 480-483-7121, Fax: 480-634-4588 • Requires the aid of another person premises. www.vosjcc.org/activeadults in order to perform personal func- Adult Program Coordinator: Harriet Colan [email protected] tions required in everyday living, such Phoenix Regional Benefit Office Provides an array of programs to keep senior adults as bathing, feeding, dressing, attend- U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs healthy, happy and engaged, including bridge, ing to the wants of nature, adjusting 3333 N. Central Ave. mahjong, classes, lectures, sports and social groups prosthetic devices or protecting Phoenix, AZ 85012 such as Let’s Talk and Let’s Knit. himself or herself from the hazards of (800) 827-1000 their daily environment. www.benefits.va.gov/phoenix • Is bedridden, in that the disability or disabilities require that the ap- plicant remain in bed apart from any prescribed course of convalescence or treatment. • Is a patient in a nursing home due to mental or physical incapacity. • Has eyesight limited to a corrected 5/200 visual acuity or less in both eyes; or concentric contraction of the visual field to 5 degrees or less. What’s “retirement”? Housebound Here, your calendar’s always full! This increased monthly pension amount may be added to a pension when the applicant is substantially con- Su M T W Th F Sa fined to his or her immediate premises because of permanent disability.

How to apply Morning Afternoon Evening Apply for Aid and Attendance or Housebound benefits by writing to the VA regional office where the original claim for pension benefits was filed. If the regional office of jurisdiction is not known, the request may be filed with any VA regional office. Copies of any evidence, preferably a report from an Without the worries of life’s what-ifs, you attending physician validating the need have more time to do what you love. for Aid and Attendance or Housebound care should be included. Call 480.630.2686 today.

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Community Directory 2016 63 Beth Ami Temple Services: 3535 E. Lincoln Drive Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 Mailing Address: 3104 E. Camelback Road, Suite 508 Phoenix, AZ 85016 Live Well at Home 602-956-0805 or 602-840-7250 [email protected] www.bethamitemple.org Hundreds of Maricopa County families Rabbi Arthur J. Abrams Cantorial Soloist Pam Beitman choose Home Care Assistance. Boutique Reform temple for active adults seeking spiritual and social connections. Modest dues. Clubs • 24/7 Live-in and Hourly Care Givers available and activities: cultural events, speakers, hiking, ten- • Balanced Care MethodTM to promote healthy longevity nis, mahjong and community involvement. TM • Cognitive Therapeutics Method to boost brain health JFCS Center for Senior Enrichment • Transition help from Hospital to Home at Brookdale Christown 6250 N. 19th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85015 Receive a free copy of our Kosher Care Cookbook when 602-943-2198 you schedule a complimentary consultation! www.jfcsaz.org Educational enrichment classes, cultural activities Call us today and social services for seniors. Kosher lunch available. Soins 1-866-454-8346 3 convenient Home Care Assistance locations serving Maricopa County www.HomeCareAssistance.com

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64 Jewish News SEniOr rESOUrCES Pebble Creek Shalom Club 3645 Club House Drive Goodyear, AZ 85395 [email protected] For more than 35 years, www. pcshalomclub.org President: Phil Zeidman Membership Chair: Gail Drucker, 623-374-7801 Friendship Village residents Group of young seniors in Pebble Creek Resort. Cultural and social activities. have enjoyed a secure retirement lifestyle with exceptional Support services and amenities. Cypress Home Care Solutions 5225 N. Central Ave., Suite 212 Phoenix, AZ 85012 602-264-8009, Fax: 602-926-2772 [email protected] www.cypresshomecare.com Jewish family-owned and operated in-home care agency. Assisting families and their loved ones to successfully “age in place.” Our exceptional care- givers are background-checked, trained, bonded and insured. ■ See ad on page 59

Devoted Guardians 5446 E. Washington St., Suite 1 Phoenix, AZ 85034 480-999-3012, Fax: 480-656-6782 [email protected] www.devotedguardians.com Jewish owned/operated in-home care provider of caregiving services to help individuals who need assistance with daily living. Caregivers are trained, background- and drug-screened, bonded and insured. ■ See ad on page 68

Home Care Assistance of Phoenix 3143 E. Lincoln Drive Phoenix, AZ 85016 602-388-1085, Fax 602-798-9735 [email protected] Scottsdale: 9301 E. Shea Blvd., Suite 112 Scottsdale, AZ 85259 2645 East Southern Avenue • Tempe, Arizona 85282 480-499-4944 1-800-903-1768 • ExploreFVT.com SW Phoenix: 4809 E. Thistle Landing, Suite 100/114B Phoenix, AZ 85044 480-285-1725 Independent Living • Assisted Living • Skilled Nursing • Memory Care www.homecareassistancephoenix.com Providing live-in and hourly caregivers, at home, to care for and promote a healthy lifestyle for loved ones. ■ See ad on page 64 JFCS Older Adult Services Watch for more senior information 602-452-4627 www.jfcsaz.org In-home counseling, assessment and case man- in Jewish News’ Mature Living agement, information and referrals to resources and services. section December 18, 2015.

Community Directory 2016 65 SEniOr rESOUrCES Our Parents Home Contracts 6414 E. Juniper Ave. CCRCs may off er two basic types of Scottsdale, AZ 85254 rESidEncES contracts: life care (Type A), and modi- 480-395-1780 fi ed (Type B). The primary diff erence [email protected] www.ourparentshomeaz.com Senior housing is the amount of skilled-nursing care Upscale assisted-living home in Scottsdale owned received, without a change in the and supervised by a physician who has practiced (Continuing Care monthly fee, under each contract type. in the Valley for more than 22 years. Retirement Communities) ■ See ad on page 45 Life Care Contracts (Type A) Continuing Care Retirement Commu- Life care contracts include unlimited nities (CCRC) off er residents the ability enriched-housing/assisted-living care Smile on Seniors to “age in place” with the knowledge 2110 E. Lincoln Drive (if off ered by the community) and un- that they won’t need to move to other Phoenix, AZ 85016 limited skilled-nursing-facility services, 602-492-7670, Fax: (877) 460-5744 facilities for health reasons. Whereas along with independent housing and [email protected] most retirement communities off er residential services and amenities. The www.sosaz.org independent living and assisted living Director: Rabbi Levi Levertov resident’s monthly fee cannot change only, Continuing Care Retirement Com- Volunteer-fueled organization dedicated to due to a change in the level of covered enriching the lives of seniors through monthly munities provide a continuum of care health care needed by the resident programs, Shabbat dinners, holiday-themed that includes independent and assisted (except for normal operating costs and programming and home visitations. Programs and living, secured Alzheimer’s care and events also available for volunteers. infl ation adjustments). This means that skilled-nursing care. the resident pays the same monthly fee Each level of care is provided in a sep- in the skilled-nursing facility as he or arate building and/or area of a campus she paid in independent housing. and nearly all residents move into the community while living independently Modifi ed Contracts (Type B) (without the need for assisted-living or Modifi ed contracts include indepen- skilled-nursing services).

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When it’s time to choose a thing you need to live life to ment options. senior-living community, individ- the fullest. The Tuscan-themed Schedule a tour today to uals and couples want a place setting is an elegant backdrop discover all that La Siena has to where a new address doesn’t to the wide range of activities offer. You’ll be glad you did! have to mean a different way of and amenities the community life. has to offer. On any given day, La Siena is located at 909 E. La Siena, an SRG Senior Living residents can take a dip in the Northern Ave., Phoenix 85020. Community, allows residents to swimming pool, eat a gourmet Call 602-910-6319 or visit continue their vibrant lifestyles meal in the Grand Canal res- srgseniorliving.com. in a beautiful, luxurious setting. taurant, catch a movie at the The community offers plenty Venetian Theater, work out at of options for living, including the fi tness center, meet a friend multiple one- and two-bedroom at Bud’s Pub, do a little shop- fl oorplans as well as indepen- ping at the La Siena Market dent and licensed assisted- or practice their swing on the living care. The residences are putting green. And if that’s not well-appointed with stylish enough, La Siena’s convenient features such as stainless steel north central Phoenix location appliances, granite countertops puts residents only a short ride and walk-in closets, to name from some of the city’s best a few. La Siena offers every- shopping, dining and entertain- ADVERTORIAL

66 Jewish News SEniOr rESOUrCES dent housing and residential services their health, safety and well-being. what is called custodial care and help but include only a limited number of with their activities of daily living, Jewish resource: Kivel Manor As- days in a skilled-nursing facility. The including getting in and out of bed, and sisted Living Center, www.kivelcare.org. number of skilled-nursing days covered providing assistance with feeding, bath- in a modified contract may vary, but ing and dressing. the contract must include at least 60 Senior housing However, nursing homes differ from days of skilled-nursing-facility coverage, (skilled-nursing/long-term care) other senior housing options in that exclusive of Medicare days. As in the life they also provide a high level of medi- care contract, the resident’s monthly A nursing home is normally the high- cal care. A licensed physician supervises fee cannot change due to a change in est level of care for older adults outside each patient’s care and a nurse or other the level of covered health care needed of a hospital. Nursing homes provide during the skilled-nursing-facility ben- efit period specified in the contract. Modified contracts may also include an enriched-housing/assisted-living NO TIME TO GROW OLD at benefit (if this service is offered by the community). If included in the con- tract, the resident’s monthly fee cannot TUSCANY at McCormick Ranch change due to a need for enriched- housing/assisted-living services during this covered benefit period. When the contract’s health-care-facility days have been exhausted, the resident must then pay a market or per diem rate if additional skilled-nursing-care days (or enriched-housing/assisted-living days) are needed.

Fee-for-service contracts Fee-for-service continuing-care con- tracts include independent housing, residential amenities such as scheduled transportation and social activities, “There’s something to do and access to a continuum of long- term-care services. The long-term-care every day often several times a services, enriched-housing/assisted- day whether it’s going out with living and skilled-nursing-facility care the ‘Lunch Bunch,’ listening to are available on a fee-for-service or per diem basis. There is no long-term-care interesting speakers, shaping benefit included in the contract; the up with yoga, stretching, or resident pays for long-term care if and swimming! Bridge and poker when needed. are great and I love eating our Senior housing gourmet meals. I am always (assisted living) with friends, who are like family. No time to grow old — Assisted living is an alternative (created in the 1990s) to the CCRC I’m too busy!” independent-living concept. It is not Marjorie, a Tuscany Resident appropriate for people who need 24- hour nursing care. Instead, assisted liv- ing is more of a philosophy of care that Call 480.400.8758 today to visit promotes the residents’ dignity. and enjoy lunch with us! These facilities provide supervision and assistance with activities of daily living, coordination of services by out- 9000 E. San Victor Drive, side health-care providers and monitor- Scottsdale, AZ 85258 ing of resident activities that ensure www.MBKSeniorLiving.com

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Andara - A Senior Lifestyle Community Licensed ● Bonded ● Insured ● Accredited & Certified 11415 N. 114th St. Scottsdale, AZ 85259 480-376-2214, Fax: 480-451-1257 [email protected] www.andaraseniorliving.com Providing services and amenities dedicated to the best quality of life for each resident in an NEVER independent-and assisted-living neighborhood. ■ See ad on page 70 STOP Beatitudes Campus 1610 W. Glendale Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85021 BEING 602-995-6100, Fax: 602-995-4854 [email protected] www.beatitudescampus.org Continuing-care retirement community, including YOU. independent living, assisted living, supportive services, rehabilitative and skilled-nursing care. Recognized leader in early and advanced memory Looking for a community that matches you like your favorite song? You’ve found it. care. ■ Live worry-free with friendly folks who want the same things: happiness and security See ad on page 45 without pretense. It’s easy. It’s The Terraces. Welcome home. Belmont Village Senior Living 13850 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd. Scottsdale, AZ 85260 480-945-3600, Fax: 480-945-3676 Call 1-800-462-2404 [email protected] www.belmontvillage.com to schedule a visit. New assisted-living community offering amenities, enrichment programs and a licensed nurse on-site 7550 N. 16th Street | Phoenix, AZ 85020 24/7. Alzheimer’s care plus mild cognitive-impair- ExperienceTOP.com ment program. Accepting reservations. ■ See ad on page 60 The Terraces of Phoenix in Phoenix, Arizona, is managed by ABHOW, a California nonprofit public benefit corporation. ABHOW is a nonsectarian corporation, serving seniors through quality retirement housing since 1949.

68 Jewish News SEniOr rESOUrCES Brookdale Christown La Siena-Senior Resource Group 6250 N. 19th Ave. 909 E. Northern Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85015 Phoenix, AZ 85020 602-433-6300 602-635-2602, Fax: 602-870-5501 www.brookdale.com [email protected] Independent and assisted living, memory care, www.srgseniorliving.com skilled nursing and rehabilitation in Central Phoe- Kivel Campus of Care Director of Sales & Marketing: Craig Martin nix. Offering a full spectrum of activities including 3040 N. 36th St., Phoenix, AZ 85018 Independent- and assisted-living residences. Avail- celebration of Jewish holidays. 602-956-3110, Fax: 602-957-9493 able on a monthly fee basis. Offering an engaging blend of comfort, style, fine dining and endless ■ See ad on inside back cover www.kivelcare.org President/CEO: Ira Shulman social opportunities. Secure, dignified environment for Jewish elderly. ■ See ad on page 1 Friendship Village Tempe HUD-subsidized independent-living apartments 2645 E. Southern Ave. and an assisted-living center. Tempe, AZ 85282 Kivel Manor (apartments) Maravilla Scottsdale 480-831-5000 602-443-8039 7325 E. Princess Blvd. www.friendshipvillageaz.com [email protected] Scottsdale, AZ 85255 A continuing-care life-care retirement community. Seniors campus with studio and one-bedroom 480-447-2381 [email protected] ■ See ad on page 65 federally subsidized unfurnished apartments for independent living. Kosher meals. www.maravillascottsdale.com Offering unmatched lifestyle opportunities within a Kivel Manor Assisted Living Center resort retirement setting. CARF accredited. Indepen- 602-443-8010 dent-assisted-living and memory-care residences. Manager: Laura Lelakowski, [email protected] ■ 30 newly renovated assisted-living apartments See ad on page 58 and a new 15-bed memory-care unit. Full range of services, kosher meals. AHCCCS accepted.

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Reform rabbis join Service offers ‘freedom’ to seniors forces with NAACP in Youth transportation, but with the dispersion march to Washington 5 BBYO summer LEISAH WOLDOFF | Managing Editor of today’s families and other changes in Teens travel around world eniors who no longer want to drive society, “there’s a need for a new model,” 4 from Valley to walk on Aug. 24 or can no longer drive have a new Beran said. JTA News & Features Soption to get where they want to go. Customers sign up for a certain number ore than 150 Reform Jewish Envoy America – a subscription-based of hours of transportation every month – rabbis – including four from the ride service that provides door-to-door an introductory package is $98 for four Valley – are marching with the rides and companionship for seniors – was hours – or they can call as needed. “Very M NAACP from the Deep South to the U.S. often, it’s the adult children of seniors founded in 2012 by Andy Beran and KC capital to promote social justice. that contact us and they’re the ones that Gift subscription must be for an Kanaan and officially launched in May in The Religious Action Center of Reform are paying the bill,” Beran said. Typical Scottsdale, Fountain Hills, Paradise Valley Judaism and the Central Conference of trips include doctor’s appointments, shop- and North Phoenix. The owners’ goal is American Rabbis are participating in the ping trips and worship services, he said. to expand into other areas in the Valley NAACP’s Journey for Justice, an 860-mile This year, Envoy America is providing within the next year and then introduce march from Selma, Alabama, to Washing- free transportation for seniors attending the brand nationally. ton, D.C. More than 30 percent of seniors ages 65 High Holiday services at Congregation A delegation from the Valley will take and older rely on others for at least some Or Tzion in Scottsdale. transportation, according to a 2009 study The driver picks the client up at their See ‘Reform’ on Page 2 Arizona resident who is not a by the National Household Transporta- See ‘Transportation’ on Page 15 Arts & Culture tion Survey. In the past, adult children, friends or neighbors often assisted with 6 Tasteless tale jewishaz.com A Nazi romance novel keep your eye on Nation current subscriber. Israel Nation Secret negotiations? Bernie Sanders on Israel 10 years after Katrina jewishaz.com

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