Friends of Robison's 2017 Summer Connections

1. CONNECTIONS
OUR MISSION:
To enhance the quality of life of those served and living on the campus of
Cedar Sinai Park.
Summer 2017
Our Annual Luncheon was a big success!
Over 120 guests enjoyed a delicious lunch and fashions from Dazzle boutique in NW Portland.
From left to right: Jemi Kostiner Mansfield, Jen Feldman, Teri Patapoff, RSM resident Freda Kale,
Dazzle owner Faviana Priola and event chair Christi Goodman.

2. Dear Friends,
It has been my privilege to serve as president of Friends of
Robison for the past two years. I am proud of the work our
organization has accomplished. With funds acquired from
membership, fundraisers and tributes, we were able to purchase
a new van for our residents. It was critically needed and we were
thrilled to provide it for them! We are also designating funds to
support the RSM choir, a program with more than 30 resident
participants, knitting groups, and most recently a $5,000 gift to
purchase new Torah covers for the renovated synagogue in the
Robison home.
“Our mission is to enhance the quality of life of those served and
living on the campus of Cedar Sinai Park.” I hope you will help us
to continue to do so.
I want to welcome Marcy Morris as the new president of Friends of
Robison. She is our previous treasurer and I know she will do
an outstanding job. Congratulations, Marcy!
Michelle Eastern Gradow
President, Friends of Robison
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Top left: Liz Rabiner Lippoff and Rosalie Goodman
Top Right: Marcy Morris presenting David Fuks with a check for Torah covers
Bottom: Mimi Lewitt, Lynn Lertzman and Jerrie Roth
Don’t Forget!
Friends of Robison has established a new
tribute fund, Stock the Shelves, to provide books
for residents.
For an $18 donation, you may dedicate a book
for any special occasion of your choice, such as
Happy Birthday, Happy Anniversary, or
Congratulations on a New Grandchild or Bar/Bat
Mitzvah. We will make sure that a special
bookplate goes into the book, recognizing you as
the donor and your special honoree. Your honoree
will receive a note announcing your thoughtful
gift.
Please see the form on the back of this newsletter
or online at cedarsinaipark.org/friends.
A NOTE FROM OUR PRESIDENT
Top: Dena Drasin, Linda Merican and Jen Feldman
Bottom: Christi Goodman, Ilene Davidson and Sydney Baer

3. All of us are familiar with the ritual of breaking a glass
at a wedding. We are also familiar with the Mourner’s
Kaddish. These aspects of our culture are like the two
sides of a coin…they each represent our understand-
ing that life is bittersweet.
The broken glass reminds us that, even in the moment
of joy that a wedding is, we remember the destruction
of the ancient Temple and the brokenness of life. We
are symbolically recognizing that a married couple
may experience losses and pain but will be prepared,
with the help of the community, to keep their faith with
each other and to the promises they are making.
The Kaddish, which says nothing about death but rather
praises the divine, reminds us that even at times of
profound loss we can praise and take support from our
faith, values and community. Again, this takes place as
we are surrounded in the context of religious service.
Returning to Cedar Sinai Park in the context of a
challenging transition has been bittersweet for me. For
the most part it has been a chance to come home and
to serve an organization and a community that I love
and that has been so good to me. That’s the sweet
part. But, that it has been necessary and that we are
having to
make repairs to communications systems, respond to
quality issues, and reassure our community that we will
keep faith with the 100 year old promise that CSP will
adhere to the values our people is the bittersweet part.
That said, the good and the sweet are prevailing. We
are seeing growth and improvement throughout the
organization. Our Board and staff are working hard to
return us to the path which is consistent with our core
values. We are moving in the right direction.
Sweetest of all, the Friends of Robison remains at the
heart of what we do. Your interest, kindness and
generosity give strength and commitment to our
purpose. It’s like coming home and seeing our Mom and
siblings are still with us and still the loving force that
guides our lives. I was so grateful that your recent gift
will result in cladding our Torahs. It felt just right. Your
regard and interest are the inspiration we need as we
build the path for our second hundred years.
David H. Fuks, Interim Chief Executive Officer
HOMECOMING
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FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF SPIRITUAL LIFE
As you read this, think back to our recent
celebrations of the holiday of Shavuot, marking the
moment when all of Israel stood together at the foot
of Mt. Sinai to receive the Torah. While the journey to
the Promised Land is far from over (read ahead in the
Torah – we’ve got 40 years to go!), this 49th day from
the Exodus is of monumental significance, showing a
tangible shift from our past as slaves in Egypt to being
a free nation governed by G-d’s Law. Sometimes we
need those reminders about how far we’ve come in our
lives. Just the other day a resident showed me a picture
of the tree we planted together on a rainy February
afternoon to celebrate Tu BiShvat. That slender tree, its
delicate branches bare under sodden skies, has burst
into bloom, a glorious tribute to life and growth and
the cycle of nature. May we all pause now and then to
take in those special moments around us and reflect on
where we are in our own journeys.
Jemi Kostiner Mansfield
Director of Spiritual Life

4. 1. Alvin Berger, a Pizmon singer and Fran Stone after Pizmon’s performance at RSM. 2. Help the Friends of Robison stock the shelves
of the Harold Schnitzer Center for Living. 3. Racheal Hasson standing next to one of her pieces of art showcased in the May Living
Room. 4. A RSM volunteer helping Rhoda Feldman and Cecilia Bardagjy making their own potted plants. 5. Residents and staff of
Rose Schnitzer Manor preparing Seder plates. 6. Residents of Rose Schnitzer Manor enjoying a night out at Darcelle’s 7. The Rose
Schnitzer Manor Choir performing at the Friends of Robison Annual Luncheon.
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NEWS AROUND CAMPUS
Can it be? It seems as though
summer is finally here! In addition to
warm sunny days, walks on our
nature trails, and watching the
fireflies, our favorite summer
traditions are coming together. Just
like our residents our beautiful new
campus is in full bloom. A gorgeous
front patio at the main entrance to
the Harold Schnitzer Center for
Living homes is going to be the
center of many activities. The Stern
House initiated the first week of May
with a cookout.
The time to fire up the grill is upon
us. All of our dates have been set
for the Rose Schnitzer Manor, Harold
Schnitzer Center for Living and
Robison Home BBQs. Our entire
campus family is invited to the fun.
Our BBQs have fun and creative
themes culminating in the final
Backpack to School BBQ. Our
staff’s families are invited to this
amazing event in a carnival like
atmosphere where we give each
elementary school kid a backpack
full of school supplies. The residents
love giving back to the staff, and the
staff enjoy having their families mix
and mingle with all of our beloved
residents.
CSP is blessed with eclectic and
entertaining cultural events all
summer long, like our annual Rose
Festival month. The theme this year
was “All That Jazz!” with activities,
programs and events to delight and
entertain our residents! Three princes
and princesses, from both sides of
our campus, were honored to sit
on our royal court throughout the
festivities. Our coronation ceremony
crowned a king and queen to rule
over our very own Rosaria. We
rode on the coat tails of many of
the official Portland Rose Festival
activities, such as viewing parade
floats and visiting the International
Rose Test Garden.
Eating ala fresco at CSP is very
popular during the summer
months. Right now the staff at Rose
Schnitzer Manor are preparing the
patio outside the Newmark dining
room so that we will be ready to
open up the doors for meal times.
The homes at HSCL are hoping to
have many
opportunities to eat on their decks
with their brand-new patio
furniture.
This year, we started what we
hope to become a new
tradition. Our CSP bus was one of
the “floats” at the Pride Parade.
With great music, great
decorations, and great staff and
residents, we represented our
community in support of tolerance
and diversity.
At Cedar Sinai Park, summer time
is an opportunity to engage in all
that the good weather has to offer.
We look forward to spending time
together at all of the wonderful
events and programs. We would
love to see you all some time on
campus!
Jennifer Felberg
Life Program Director
Lillian Sherman, Ellen Feldman and Edith Jedwab
Judith Schollsberg and Lorie Philips
Steve Madson

6. The Golden
Book of Life
Jan Swire
Richard and Susan Garber
IN MEMORY
Arne Westerman
Ruth Menashe
Arnie Enkelis
Ronnie Schechter
Bernice Gevurtz
Idie Salamon
Beverly and Stan Eastern
Jack Hecht
Evelyn Freedman
Wilma Jane Balick
Joyce Singer
Eleanore Rubenstein
GET WELL
Additional
Tributes
Mel and Jan Swire
Shirley and Jerry Nudelman
Gerda Eiseman
Jackie Constantine
Ron and Marcy Morris
Beverly and Stan Eastern
Idie Salamon
Michelle and Steve Gradow
Joyce Singer
Charlotte and Isaac Tevet
Margaret Hasson
Phillip and Roberta Cohen
Marv and Barbara Wolf
Madeline Nelson
Evelyn Maizels
Mary Ruckdeschel
Michelle and Steve Gradow
Sandy Seres
Karen Labinger
FRIENDS OF ROBISON TRIBUTES(Received March, 2017 – May, 2017)
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Stock The
Shelves
IN MEMORY
Grace Hochfeld Gilbert
Marilyn and Rick Gilbert
Jack Hecht
Shirley and Jerry Nudelman
Leonard and Goldie Barde
Carolyn Gorin
Pearl K. Russell
Marilyn and Rick Gilbert
Dr. Robert Gilbert
Marilyn and Rick Gilbert
Samuel L. Russell
Marilyn and Rick Gilbert
GET WELL
Jan Swire
Shirley and Jerry Nudelman
Judy Blauer
Shirley and Jerry Nudelman
Wilma Caplan
Shirley and Jerry Nudelman
Diane Arensberg
Shirley and Jerry Nudelman
Hal Jackson
Donna Jackson
Karen Hoover
Sarita Unger
Linda Veltman
John and Melissa Matterazzo
Carol Markewitz
John and Melissa Matterazzo
Christi Goodman
Beverly and Stan Eastern
Michelle Gradow
Beverly and Stan Eastern
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
IN HONOR
IN MEMORY
Alegre Tevet
Susan Mosler
Arnie Enkelis
Charlotte and Isaac Tevet
Terri Simon
Beverly and Stan Eastern
Sue and Rich Garber
Mel and Jan Swire
Char Notos
Michelle and Steve Gradow
Charlotte Sugarman
Barbie, Michael and Gary
Enkelis
Dee Lewis
Janet Hasson
GET WELL
Bernice Gevurtz
Barbie, Michael and Gary
Enkelis
Carol Baner
Shirley and Jerry Nudelman
Inga Hamburger
Jackie Constantine
Janet and Melvin Swire
Jan Swire
Rosalie Goodman
Rich Garber
Barbie and Michael Enkelis
Janet Hasson
Norman and Kathy Chusid
Judy Blauer
Evelyn Maizels
Ron and Taya Meyer
Ruthie Gassner
Barbie, Michael and Gary
Enkelis
Stan Blauer
Marv and Barbara Wolf
Shirley and Jerry Nudelman
Teri Giangreco
Charlotte and Isaac Tevet
Phillip and Roberta Cohen
Evelyn Freedman
Shirley and Jerry Nudelman

7. HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Donna Jackson
Wendi and Sanford Menashe
Hal Jackson
Donna Jackson
Jean Hasson
Walter and Suzanne Lowy
Milt Carl
Ronnie Schechter
Helen Stern
Michelle and Steve Gradow
Barbara Slader
Barry Levine
Les Gutfreund and Eve Stern
Michelle and Steve Gradow
Elaine Coughlin
Marcy Morris
Sheila Stern
Jeanette Philan
Rich and Mary Peizner
Rosalie Goodman
IN HONOR
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Connect with one of our
tribute secretaries to make a
donation or a tribute:
HOW YOU CAN HELP FRIENDS
Become a member by visiting us online at:
http://cedarsinaipark.org/friends/
or mail your annual $25 membership fee to:
Friends of Robison
6125 SW Boundary Street
Portland, OR 97221-1019
Become a
member
We have made every effort to
ensure that our list is accurate. We
sincerely apologize for any errors.
Evelyn Maizels
(503) 291-1618
emaizels@comcast.net
4460 SW Scholls Ferry Rd. Apt. 10
Portland, OR 97225
THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PEOPLE WHO SPONSORED A RESIDENT
FOR THE ANNUAL LUNCHEON
Sydney Baer
Karen Berman
Elise Brickner-Schulz
Rabbi Michael Cahana
Ilene Davidson
Dena Drasin
Beverly Eastern
Becky Eiseman
Mariam Epstein
Jenat Feldman
Lesley Glasgow
Christi Goodman
Rosalie Goodman
Michelle Gradow
Nancy Green
Susan Hammel
Beverly Hecht
Renne Lann
Miriam Lewitt
Liz Lippoff
Toinette Menashe
Sharon Morell
Marcy Morris
Dora Newman
Shirley Nudelman
Maria Rebach
Diane Rosencrantz
Eve Stern
Angelo Turner
Linda Veltman
Carolyn Weinstein
Fern Schlesinger-Winkler
Barbara Wolf
Jan Swire
(503) 771-2750
janswire@msn.com
3715 SE Malden St.
Portland, OR 97202-8031
Freda Kale showing off an amazing dress from Dazzle
We would love to stay in touch.
Please let us know if your
mailing address, email, or phone
number has changed. Just call
(971) 717-7152 or email nathan.
gregg@cedarsinaipark.org. Thanks!

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Stock the Shelves ($18 per book minimum)
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3rd Annual Bingo Evening!
Sunday September 10, 2017
Zidell Hall at the Rose Schnitzer Manor
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