As we gather around for family holidays, we’ve put together a list of questions to ask your elders to capture their stories. These conversation starters are great prompts at any age. While you can write the answers, consider videotaping them. This way you can share with the click of an email. Download 20 Questions Here…
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Looking for new ways to talk about the Festival of Lights? Rabbi Amiel Monson, Chaplain at Daughters of Sarah Community for Seniors, put together helpful tips for making the holiday meaningful for seniors — and youngsters, too. Download his PDF here: JFS Jewish Journal – Hanukkah 21
For those who participated in prior Mystery Challenges, going Virtual was something new. We had hoped to be live, but when COVID started once again to spread, we opted to go virtual. We were, in essence, prohibited from gathering. In determining an event theme, Prohibition seemed a logical way to go. Goody bags to participants…
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We were happy to host Dan Levy from WNYT-TV 13 as visitation restrictions were lifted for Daughters of Sarah Community for Seniors and other nursing homes across the state. You can see the interview HERE. We thought you might also enjoy a few photos.
When Leslie first moved to Daughters of Sarah Community for Seniors a few months ago, she felt very confused. Where was her daughter, who had lovingly fed her, bathed her, and tended to her needs for many years? Who were these other people? Why was she here? In between family visits, the Daughters of Sarah…
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On this Veterans Day, we recognize and give special thanks to our veterans for their sacrifice, honor, service, and loyalty to this country. Earlier today, we held a brief ceremony in tribute to our 18 Nursing & Rehabilitation Center residents who graciously and unselfishly gave of their time, bodies, minds, and souls to defend and…
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Looking to make a difference to our residents? Support our residents by participating in our largest annual fundraiser – the Mystery Challenge! Click to learn more.
We’re so excited to share – Daughters of Sarah Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is ranked among the top 4% of nursing homes considered by Newsweek in its annual rankings. In their America’s Best Nursing Homes, 2022 survey of nearly 12,000 nursing homes across America, Daughters was among a small group selected as Top Tier. We…
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Originally, Yizkor was recited only on Yom Kippur. Its primary purpose was to honor the deceased by committing to giving tzedakah [charity] in their memory, on the theory that the good deeds of the survivors elevate the souls of the departed. It also enhanced the chances for personal atonement by doing a deed of lovingkindness. …
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Rabbi Amiel Monson shares some ways to make the high holidays special for you and your family. Click here for the booklet with some great tips. From our family to yours, may the coming year bring good health and happiness.