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D A U G H T E R S O F M I R I A M C E N T E R / T H E G A L L E N I N S T I T U T E

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M A K E S T H E C O N N E C T I O N

ur world has been revolutionized by the advent of the internet age. The world wide

web has brought with it an era of connectivity our society has never before seen.

Through the use of computers, cell phones and personal digital assistants we can

reach people on the opposite end of the globe virtually instantly, sending text,

photos, videos, music and voice messages. Information is literally available at our

fingertips. Daughters of Miriam Center is a part of this digital connection, proudly unveiling our new

website, www.daughtersofmiriamcenter.org which links us to people across the globe.

Like the world wide web where our site resides, Daughters of Miriam Center has always been about connections.

Since our founding by Nathan Barnert over 85 years ago, we have connected seniors with the care they need. The

Center weaves together its varied services, linking each to the other, for while a single strand may be weak, combined

with others, they can support those most in need of our care.

Daughters of Miriam Center offers a complete network of services: a skilled nursing facility with a dedicated dementia

care pavilion for those needing the most intensive care, the Gallen Institute for Subacute Care for people needing

in-patient rehabilitation, the Brawer Building (Miriam Apartments I) and the Esther & Sam Schwartz Building (Miriam

Apartments II) for seniors who can live independently but

need supportive services and the Rita and Samuel Brodie

Adult Medical Day Center for individuals living in the

community.

While we are proud to be a part of the digital connections

of the internet age, the Center more importantly, is about

personal connections. The people at Daughters of Miriam

Center are all part of our own personal world-wide web;

whether it is the family member living in another state, the

supporter living in a nearby town, a volunteer from down the

street, or a staff member on our campus. We are all linked

by our care and concern for the seniors at the Center. It is

through the compassion of our staff, the generosity of those

who support our efforts and the dedication of all who walk

through our doors that Daughters of Miriam Center makes

the connection.

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Daughters of Miriam Center/The GallenInstitute continues to work tirelessly toimprove the lives of the seniors who rely on

our services daily. While we have made great strides inboth the care we provide and the physical structure of thefacility itself, there are still many challenges to be faced inthe years ahead.

2006 Review

The Center is continuing to meet the construction goalsoutlined in the strategic plan. Accomplishments include:• Opening of the 38-bed Third Floor Dementia Care

Pavilion which currently operates at an 80% occupancyrate;

• Accreditation by the Joint Commission on Accreditationof Healthcare Organizations for the next three years,making the Center the only Jewish facility in the state ofNew Jersey to seek out this distinction and winaccreditation;

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• Installation of the multi-media center in the MarcusAuditorium to create a movie-theatre environmentcomplete with a popcorn machine, allowing residents toenjoy first run movies with their family members who areencouraged to attend on weekends;

• Upgrade of the air conditioning system in the MarcusAuditorium;

• Installation of garden screen houses behind the Estherand Sam Schwartz Building (Miriam Apartments II) andthe Ambulatory Wing to enable residents and tenants toenjoy the outdoors;

• Construction of a gazebo in the garden of the Esther andSam Schwartz Building (Miriam Apartments II);

• Rehabilitation of the physical environment of the AdultMedical Day Center;

• Installation of the Wanderguard System in the elevators,lobby, and the third and fourth floors to preventelopement by the residents; and the

• Installation of an aquarium in the main lobby.

In addition to the physical changes in the facility, wecontinue to collaborate with area schools andorganizations in an effort to bring more and betterprogramming to our nursing home residents, day programclients and apartment tenants. Two examples include apartnership with the Alzheimer’s Association which helpsus get vital information to resident and client caregivers aswell as the community-at-large, and a relationship withthe New Jersey Youth Symphony which has created awonderful intergenerational music series. Theseinnovative approaches to programming and partnershipshelps Daughters of Miriam Center distinguish itself fromother facilities, creating unique activities and events for allat the Center.

MICHAEL BIRNBERGPresident

These innovative approaches to programming andpartnerships helps Daughters ofMiriam Center distinguish itself

from other facilities, creatingunique activities and events

for all at the Center.

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Future Plans

While we have completed many of the projects outlinedin the business plan, there is still much work to be done.The next phase of improvements will entail severalprojects including:• Renovating the second floor of the Rothenberg Building

with an anticipated completion date at the end of 2007;• Designing the Rothenberg Building main lobby

renovation;• Rehabilitating the greenhouse behind the Esther and Sam

Schwartz Building (Miriam Apartments II);• Implementing a closed circuit security system throughout

the campus and;• Expanding the rehabilitation department to better

accommodate our subacute patients.

Building on the momentum of positive change, the Centeris positioning itself as a premier facility for the care of theelderly. Each renovation and revitalization plan allows usto meet the needs of our seniors and provide them with acontinuum of vital services and programs.

Challenges

Daughters of Miriam Center operates in a healthcaremarket that has become increasingly competitive. In thisinformation age, consumers are far more likely to researchtheir healthcare providers and shop around for facilitiesand programs tailored to their specific needs. In order tokeep up with the competition, hospitals and long-term carefacilities are making significant expenditures to renewphysical plants and upgrade their programs to better meetthe demands of an aging community. In spite of theincreasing gap between the cost of care andreimbursements from government and insurance sources,healthcare organizations such as the Center need to investin capital improvements in order to meet the demands ofconsumers.

In the past three years, the Center has addressed onemajor trend in the healthcare market by transitioning threeand four-bedded rooms on the Alzheimer’s care pavilionand the west wing of the second floor, into private andsemi-private accommodations. In addition to the obviousbenefit of providing residents with greater privacy, smallerrooms help prevent the spread of infections and reduceerrors in medication distribution, keeping our frail, elderlyresidents as healthy as possible.

This push to reduce errors in charting and medicinedistribution is another highly positive trend in healthcare.As part of the continuous quality improvement initiative atDaughters of Miriam Center, the installation of a wireless

computer network is underway. This network will allowthe Center to equip staff with handheld devices connectedto a central system. Physicians will be able to directly inputprescriptions and care orders while nurses will be able tocheck charts and physician orders quickly and easily fromthe resident’s bedside. By eliminating steps in the careprocess, Daughters of Miriam Center eliminatesopportunities for errors.

While these changes are a manifestation of our missionto provide the seniors of northern New Jersey with the bestpossible care, throughout it all, the Center must maintainits fiscal stability as well. This becomes a greater challengeas increased financial strains are placed upon us daily.One of the most difficult financial strains we face is thenationwide nursing shortage. While the Center’scentralized location makes us easily accessible forfamilies, it also means we operate in close proximity toseveral hospitals and must therefore compete with majorhealthcare systems for qualified personnel. As the demandfor nurses increases, so do the salaries they can commandforcing Daughters of Miriam Center to keep pace with thelarger facilities with greater financial resources in order tomaintain its highly skilled staff.

Another constant strain is the continued increase in thegap between the cost of care and reimbursements fromgovernment and insurance sources. Higher salaries fornursing staff and rising costs for everything from utilities toemployee benefits all impact the cost of providing care tothe residents, tenants and clients at the Center. Inaddition, fewer and fewer families can afford to payprivately to care for their elderly relatives with a higherpercentage than ever relying on Medicaid and Medicare.There is a constant tug of war between the need for thefederal government to balance the budget by cuttingspending and the needs of those who rely on the programsthey fund, with facilities such as the Center caught in themiddle, working constantly to provide better care withdwindling resources.

Through the SOS: Save Our Seniors capital campaign wehave made significant inroads into the improvementsneeded to keep the Center viable in today’s competitivemarket. However, we must continually reassess our placein that market and the needs of the community whichsurrounds us to maintain that viability. We have withstoodover 86 years of change and growth, while upholding ourcommitment to the seniors we serve. With the hard workof our staff, the guidance of our Board of Trustees and thegenerosity of our supporters, we are confident thatDaughters of Miriam Center/The Gallen Institute willcontinue that proud tradition for generations to come.



Projected 2006 % Audited 2005 %

Patient 20,978 84% 20,166 86%

Other 3,099 12% 2,991 13%

Philanthropic 1,017 4% 318 1%

25,094 23,475

Projected 2006 % Audited 2005 %

Salary & Benefits 14,167 56% 13,603 55%

General Supplies 9,808 38% 9,512 39%

Depreciation & Interest 1,587 6% 1,568 6%

25,562 24,683

Net Income (Loss) (468) (1,208)

DECEMBER 31, 2006( I N T H O U S A N D S )

D A U G H T E R S O F M I R I A M C E N T E R / T H E G A L L E N I N S T I T U T E

S TAT E M E N T O F I N C O M E & E X P E N S E S

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P H I L A N T H R O P Y

The philosophy of Daughters ofMiriam Center is that itsextraordinary programs and

services must remain available to as manyelderly people as possible. To accomplishthis goal, it must depend on thephilanthropic assistance of the community.As the gap between the cost of care andreimbursements from government andinsurance sources widens, charitablecontributions are more essential than ever.From simple annual memberships toendowments totaling thousands of dollars,there is a suitable gift for each person whowants to help.

Alexander E. Rosenthal Book of Remem-brance—This book can be found under theportraits of Nathan and Miriam Barnert inthe inner front lobby of the RothenbergBuilding. A calligraphic inscription in honorof or memory of a special person(s) oroccasion is available for a gift of $36 or more.

Annual Report/Ad Journal—Contributorsin the following categories are listed in thisbook. A Holocaust Remembrance sectionmemorializes those who perished duringWorld War ll. Listings are available for aminimum donation of $50 per name.

C A T E G O R I E S

Diamond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $7,500Gold Ring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,000Silver Circle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3,500Benefactors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,500Patrons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,000Sponsors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $500Donors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $350Contributors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $250Standard Members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $100Members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50Holocaust Remembrance . . . . . . . . . . . $50

Bequest Opportunity—Memorialize yourinterest in the Center through a bequest inyour will. This remembrance, great ormodest, will associate your name, or that ofsomeone you would like to honor, with theCenter's continuing development. Allbequests are exempt from estate tax.

Development Fund Campaign—SOS: SaveOur Seniors—The Campaign to SaveDaughters of Miriam Center is a $12 milliondollar capital campaign and a criticalcomponent of the Center’s five-yearbusiness plan. Naming opportunities willrecognize donors with plaques and walls ofhonor. The names of major donors for pastbuilding campaigns are displayed on the

Milton and Hilda Werksman DevelopmentFund Wall of Honor located in the front lobby.

C A T E G O R I E S O F G I V I N G

Humanitarian. . . . . . . . . . $500,000 and upSociety of Founders . . . $100,000-$499,999Assembly of Benefactors . . $50,000-$99,999Fraternity of Patrons . . . . $25,000-$49,999Association of Donors. . . $10,000-$24,999Heritage Circle . . . . . . . . . . . $5,000-$9,999Friends . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,500-$4,999

Guardian Club—Members contribute anannual gift of $20,000 at the beginning ofeach calendar year and are then included inthe highest sponsorship categories for allCenter fund-raisers.

Helen Sanders Thrift Shop—The HelenSanders Thrift Shop is a year-round fund-raising venture. Run under the auspices ofthe Daughters of Miriam Auxiliary andstaffed entirely by devoted volunteers, theShop’s hours are Monday, Wednesday andFriday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.Donations of clean clothing in goodcondition as well as household items suchas pots and pans, small furniture, andlinens are always welcome.

Membership—For those who wish to makean ongoing commitment, a membershiprepresents an investment in the presentand in the future. Life memberships arelisted on the Life Membership Wall which islocated in the lobby of the RothenbergBuilding.

M E M B E R S H I P C AT E G O R I E S

Life Member . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2500Sponsor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $500Donor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $350Contributor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $250Standard Member . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $100Member . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50Associate Member . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25

Memorial Plaques—Bronze plaques areinscribed and affixed to the wall which islocated in the inner lobby of theRothenberg Building.

A M O U N T S

Patron. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,000 and upDonor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $500 to $999Contributor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $250 to $499

Special Events—Special events, such asthe Annual Golf Classic, offer friendsanother opportunity to socialize, getinvolved and help the Center financially.

Trees of Life—The burnished gold leavesare located in the lobbies of the BrawerBuilding (Miriam Apartments I), the Estherand Sam Schwartz Building (MiriamApartments II), and the Rita and SamuelBrodie Adult Medical Day Center. Theleaves on the trees of life are inscribed inmemory or in honor of a loved one for a giftof $150 or more.

Yarzheit—For a one-time donation of$250, the Center’s rabbi will send anannual yarzheit reminder, according to the Hebrew calendar, so one can be sure to light candles on the appropriate day. Inaddition, your loved one will beremembered during the Center’s dailyservice.

ACTIVITY SERVICES

Daughters of Miriam Center/The Gallen Institute emphasizes anactivities-based care model. Programs are driven by individual needsand the interests of the residents and are designed to provide emotional,physical, cognitive, creative and spiritual stimulation. As the core of theCenter’s care model, activity services are not the responsibility ofactivities staff alone, but rather, are integrated to include the facility as a whole.

This care model is reflected in the daily schedule of activities whichranges from music to horticultural activities, pet therapy and holidaycelebrations, cooking or games, discussion groups or arts and crafts.Intergenerational programs are also a critical component of the activitiesschedule with young people from local schools and community groupsproviding interaction with seniors. In addition, nursing home residents,apartment tenants and day center clients also gather to enjoyperformances by outside groups and entertainers in larger gatheringswhich promote a sense of community. The multi-media center locatedin the Marcus Auditorium provides entertainment to all at Daughters ofMiriam Center, however Activity Services also takes advantage of therich cultural life which surrounds us by arranging visits to performingarts centers and sports venues.

ADULT MEDICAL DAY PROGRAM

The primary objectives of the Rita & Samuel Brodie Adult MedicalDay Center are to improve clients’ daily lives by delivering quality healthcare; to maintain self-sufficiency as long as possible; to preventpremature institutionalization; and to provide respite, education andemotional support to family caregivers.


D E P A R T M E N T S E R V I C E S

Clients from the surrounding communities of Clifton, Passaic,Paterson and Fair Lawn are transported to the Medical Day Center inhandicap accessible vans. A continental breakfast begins the five hour-a-day program where the emphasis is on wellness. Professional staffhave created a schedule of social, recreational and educational activitieswhich promote physical well-being, cognitive stimulation, and socialinteraction. A day in the Rita & Samuel Brodie Adult Medical Day Centermay include therapeutic movement and music, arts and crafts, currentevents discussions or reminiscence groups. Special events such asintergenerational activities, educational seminars and trips are alsoplanned to keep clients engaged and active.

In conjunction with the Rita and Samuel Brodie Adult Medical DayCenter, a specialized program was created to provide care for personsliving in the community who suffer from Alzheimer’s disease and relateddisorders. A total of 20 clients per day are served by this program wherestructured activities are designed to maintain the physical and mentalhealth of clients suffering from cognitive loss.

A professional team (comprised of a neuropsychiatrist, registerednurse, social worker and activity therapist) develops a plan of care foreach client. Daily exercise and music groups, sensory stimulation andactivities of daily living classes are conducted. A full-time nursemonitors medications and keeps close track of clients’ medicalconditions through communications with caregivers and physicians.

In addition, all of the clinical services of the skilled nursing facility areavailable to all day center clients including dietary counseling, podiatryservices, occupational therapy and vision care. The day center socialworker also provides support to clients and family members throughsupport groups and one-on-one interactions.

ALZHEIMER’S CARE

Daughters of Miriam Center’s dementia care pavilion is designed tocare for patients suffering from Alzheimer’s disease and related disorderswith an interdisciplinary healthcare team distinguishing us from otherfacilities. An attending physician is present throughout the day and isavailable when an emergency or change in a resident’s status is noted.The unit is staffed by nurses and assistants trained and experienced inthe management of dementia residents, their behavioral problems,medical complications and the effects of medications. Physical andoccupational therapy is available for the management of treatablephysical complications. In addition, the dietary staff is instrumental indealing with feeding and eating problems which occur frequently indementia. The social worker involves family members in theinterdisciplinary meetings where each resident’s status is reviewed. Thisintegrated activity by the staff and families separates a specialized unitfrom standard nursing care.

Recreation therapy is another key component of the dementia carepavilion with the goal towards maintaining residents at their highestlevel of physical well-being and mental acuity. A structured dailytherapeutic program provides independent function and improvedquality of life for all participants by reducing confusion, maximizingindependence and relieving anxiety in a safe, comfortable way.

FOOD SERVICE

The Center’s chef, dietitian, executive chef and purchasing managerplan all meals served to nursing home residents, subacute patients,apartment tenants and day center clients. Meals for residents, tenantsand clients are prepared in glatt kosher kitchens overseen by an on-sitemasgiach. Dietary staff in the skilled nursing facility carefully monitor thepreparation of meals for specialized diets, planning delicious meals thatalso meet the nutritional needs of our residents, tenants and clients.

During the summer, barbecues and ice cream parties in the gardensand the gazebo are standard fare. In conjunction with the activitiesdepartment, food service personnel create menus for themed events andspecial occasions.

GALLEN INSTITUTE

The Gallen Institute for Subacute Care is a multi-level nursing andsubacute care wing designed for the patient who requires rehabilitativeor medically-complex services. The state-of-the-art program is a costeffective alternative to an extended hospital stay or when the patient isnot yet ready to return home.

Subacute care is comprehensive, inpatient care designed forsomeone who has had an acute illness or injury. It is a goal-orientedtreatment rendered immediately after, or instead of, acutehospitalization to treat one or more specific active complex medicalconditions or to administer one or more technically complex treatments.The goal of the subacute care unit is to return the patient to thecommunity.

MEDICAL SERVICES

Daughters of Miriam Center/The Gallen Institute provides round theclock medical care for residents in the Center’s skilled nursing facility. Aphysician is on-site daily and on-call in the evenings to insure that

residents’ medical conditions are closely monitored. In conjunction withother departments, the Medical Services Department formulates andimplements a comprehensive treatment plan for each resident.

Residents are evaluated promptly upon admission and are seen dailyuntil stabilized. The presence of a physician throughout the day ensuresprompt attention to possible acute medical problems, thereby reducingthe need for hospitalization. Center physicians also provide palliativecare for those suffering from chronic pain. This specialized approach topain management helps those afflicted with arthritis, diabetes,circulatory disorders, paralysis and contractures.

The medical director is assisted by attending physicians, a nursingstaff and numerous allied health care professionals. Consultantscontribute their skills as needed in fully-equipped, up-to-date clinics.Respiratory therapy services are also available for residents. In addition,private physicians use offices in the Brawer Building (Miriam ApartmentsI) and the Esther and Sam Schwartz Building (Miriam Apartments II) toprovide medical services to tenants who reside in either apartmentbuilding.

MIRIAM APARTMENTS I & I I

The Brawer Building, consisting of 106 studios and 14 one-bedroomapartments, and the Esther and Sam Schwartz Building, with 150 one-bedroom apartments, afford 270 tenants a variety of services to helpthem remain comfortable and secure in either building. Twenty-eightunits in the Esther and Sam Schwartz Building have been speciallyadapted to make them accessible to persons with mobility impairments.

A Kosher dinner meal is provided daily and is served in a congregatedining room. Other supportive services include 24-hour security, weeklyshopping trips to local stores, and assistance in arranging transportationto local houses of worship and religious events. Weekly maid/linenservice through an outside provider is available as well.

Administrative staff in each building include a professional managerto ensure daily operation of the apartments, a social worker to assist withindividual and group concerns of the tenants, a registered nurse forhealth care counseling and to render care in an emergency, and a socialdirector who plans a wide variety of events and activities.

The Mary and Sam Adler Coffee and Gift Shop is an active meeting



spot for the tenants to enjoy breakfast and lunch or shop for basic foodsupplies. The Gertrude and Charles Cooperwasser Gazebo and theMorris Feld Library and the greenhouse which are maintained byvolunteers, along with the professionally staffed beauty parlors, are someof the other amenities that are available.

NURSING SERVICESRegistered nurses, licensed practical nurses and certified nurse aides

work round the clock caring for residents in the Center’s skilled nursingfacility. They are the primary providers of care, implementing the plandesigned for each resident by an interdisciplinary team comprised of aphysician, nurse, rehabilitation therapist, dietician, social worker andactivity therapist.

Nursing personnel meet the day-to-day needs of residents, assistingwith or delivering daily living skills such as dressing, bathing and eating.Nurses work closely with the medical staff, administering medicationsand monitoring resident conditions, immediately alerting physicians ofany changes or problems. Due to this close relationship, nurses becomefriend and support system not only to the residents, but to families aswell. Each resident is viewed as an individual and treated with dignityand respect.

As the heart of the interdisciplinary care team, nursing reaffirms itscommitment to the nursing home residents and subacute patients.

PASTORAL CARE

Jewish religious observance is an important aspect of Center life. Afull-time Rabbi conducts pastoral visitations for residents and apartmenttenants and serves as the masgiach for the glatt kosher kitchens.Kashruth is strictly observed. Services are held twice daily and on theSabbath in the beautiful Garfinkle Chapel. In addition, High Holidayservices are held in the Marcus Auditorium. The surrounding communityand families are encouraged to participate in services and religiousobservances. Families are also invited to participate in the Passoverseder and holiday parties. Local day schools visit on a regular basis.

For people of other faiths, arrangements are made to meet withclergy of their choice.

REHABILITATION MEDICINE

The Helen Geller Deich Department of Rehabilitation Medicine servesto restore residents to their highest level of function through physicaltherapy, occupational and speech therapies and rehabilitation medicine.A physiatrist, a physician trained in the field of rehabilitation medicine,supervises the delivery of care and prescribes the necessary therapyprograms to help residents maintain independence and teach them painmanagement. Physical therapists work with patients to maximizemovement and flexibility while helping them build strength andendurance for improved muscle control and balance. The ultimate goalis for the patient to achieve freedom from pain, independent living, andan understanding of how to prevent re-injury.

RESPITE PROGRAM

The Respite “Intermission” Program provides temporary residentialcare for frail elderly persons who live in the community. Programparticipants must have a stable home situation to which they can return.

While at the Center, respite patients enjoy the wide range ofstructured activities available to all residents. The full complement of

programs, from movies in the auditorium and bingo games on each unit,to special events and celebrations, keep respite program participantsactive and involved. The benefits are manifold. Caregivers can takevacations, deal with business, a family crisis or just rest fromresponsibilities knowing their elderly loved ones are receiving care in asafe environment.

SHELTERED WORKSHOP

Commercial customers have grown to respect the skill andproductivity of the work force at the Fred Ables Memorial ShelteredWorkshop. Since 1961, the Workshop has given elderly anddevelopmentally disabled men and women an opportunity to participatein a program that fosters a sense of independence. Workers take part inthis therapeutic activity and all receive compensation for their work.Residents from the skilled nursing facility, clients from the day program,tenants from the apartment buildings and some adults with disabilitiesfrom the community comprise the workforce.

The work, which ranges from light hand assembly to sorting andpackaging, is done under professional supervision at competitive rates.

SOCIAL SERVICE

The Social Service staff offers ongoing support and assistance toprovide for the emotional well-being and concrete needs of all residentsadmitted to Daughters of Miriam Center/The Gallen Institute. Guidanceand counseling are provided for staff, residents and their families to easethe adjustment into a new way of living and to ensure the highest qualityof life for all those in our facility.

They serve as links between residents and their families and thecommunity resources they need. For residents receiving rehabilitation ornursing care in the Gallen Institute for Subacute Care, the social workerfacilitates connections with organizations to insure that everything is inplace for the patient’s care prior to being discharged back to thecommunity. For residents in the skilled nursing facility, social workersassist distant family members by arranging for simple everyday needsand addressing day-to-day concerns.

VOLUNTEER & STUDENT SERVICES

Daughters of Miriam Center/The Gallen Institute benefits from theskills and dedication of volunteers every day. Whether working directlyin the thrift shop or with nursing facility residents, day program clients orapartment tenants, or assisting administrative staff in supporting roles,volunteers are a critical component of the DMC family. The Centerboasts of 250 special people who contribute a total of 19,000 hours oftheir time each year. Volunteers perform a wide variety of tasksincluding, but not limited to, transporting, feeding, and visiting residents,staffing the bookmobile and food cart, assisting at the apartmentbuildings, and helping with clerical work.

Many students participate in intergenerational programs inconjunction with the Activity Services Department. Whethercorresponding as pen pals, offering stage performances or joiningresidents, tenants and clients for special activities and projects,intergenerational programs benefit both participants. The undividedattention and interest from an adult gives the students a greater sense ofself-worth and accomplishment, while for seniors, who often feelisolated, interaction with young people keeps them feeling connectedand offers them the opportunity to share their experiences with the next generation.

BIRNBERG RE-ELECTEDDMC PRESIDENT

At the 2006 Annual Trustees Dinner, the Board of Trustees re-elected ofMichael Birnberg as Daughters of Miriam Center President.

Birnberg has been member of the Board of Trustees since 1994. He is the first,second generation president in DMC history, following in the footsteps of his fatherJack Birnberg, who served from 1995-1997. Prior to his appointment, Birnbergserved as a Vice President on the Executive Committee, Co-Chairman of the FinanceCommittee and Vice Chairman of the Corporate Compliance Committee. Birnbergwas a member of the five-man Office of the Chairmen from 1999 to 2001, helpingguide the Center through difficult times. In addition, he has served on the AdJournal, Golf and House Committees.

Birnberg received his undergraduate degree from Brandeis University. He wasawarded his juris doctorate from Boston University School of Law and went on toearn a Masters of Science degree in Management from MIT’s Sloan School ofManagement. He has been admitted to the bar in New Jersey, New York, Florida andthe District of Columbia and is an attorney in private practice. Prior to opening hisown firm, Birnberg held positions at KPMG Peat Marwick and Fortis Private Capital.

Birnberg is an active member of the community and currently serves on theBoard of Governors of Preakness Hills Country Club in Wayne. He is a past member

of the New Jersey Supreme Court Ethics Committee and a former pool attorney for the New Jersey Public Defender’s Office. Healso serves as a mediator for the Superior Court of New Jersey.

Michael Birnberg and his wife, the former Jill Marder, live in Short Hills with their three children, Jonah, Lilaand Marlee.

Philip Moss has been anindependent commodities tradersince 1974. A graduate of theUniversity of North Carolina witha BS in Business Administration,he began his career working forBear Stearns before venturing outon his own. Active inprofessional and charitableorganizations, he served on theboard of the New York Mercantile

Exchange (NYMEX) from 1989-1991. From 1990-1991, he waschairman of the NY Charitable Foundation, and also served onthe Foundation’s executive and finance committees. Hecurrently serves on the board of the UJA Federation ofNorthern New Jersey, where he is also a member of theendowment committee. He and his wife Barbara aremembers of Temple Beth Haverim in Mahwah and areresidents of Allendale, NJ. They have three children, Stuart,Daniel and Ilene.

Larry Levy is a senior partner atthe law firm of Marcus & Levy inElmwood Park. He received hisbachelor’s degree from FairleighDickenson University. Afterserving in the NJ Army NationalGuard for three years, he went onthe University of Arkansas Schoolof Law where he received his JurisDoctorate degree in 1972. He is amember of the NJ State Bar

Association, the Passaic County Bar Association and theAssociation of Trial Lawyers of America. In addition to hislegal work, he has also served as Director of the North JerseyNursing and Convalescent Center. An active member of thecommunity, he lent his expertise as a trustee to Beth IsraelHospital from 1984 to 1992, where he was chairman of thePersonnel Committee and a member of the financecommittee. He is married to the former Wendy Ann Simonand currently resides in New York City.

BOARD APPOINTS TWO NEW TRUSTEESDaughters of Miriam Center welcomed two new appointees to the Board of Trustees, Philip Moss and Larry Levy.

Daughters of Miriam Center PresidentMichael Birnberg.



Daughters of Miriam Center knows that caring for anelderly loved one is not easy. For caregivers, thestress can be difficult to manage, therefore any help

and support they receive is a relief. In an effort to providecaregivers with the most up-to-date information, theCenter has joined with the Alzheimer’s Association inpresenting a series of four lectures and panel discussionsgeared to family members and caregivers of thosesuffering from Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders.

The first program, presented by Amy Matthews of theAlzheimer’s Association, was entitled “Answers toFrequently Asked Questions About Alzheimer’s Disease.”This program served as an introduction to the series,providing broad-based information to caregivers andfamily members.

The second program, “Easing the Caregiving Experienceat All Stages: Advice on Managing Stress and Planning forthe Future,” brought together expert panelists to offeradvice and strategies for coping with stress whileproviding information about programs and services thatare available for caregivers as the dementia progresses. Inaddition to the Alzheimer’s Association, the Center alsoinvited representatives from the Office on Aging andHospice of New Jersey to explain how their programs maybenefit those caring for seniors who suffer fromAlzheimer’s. Panelists from Daughters of Miriam Centerhighlighted two facets of its continuum of care — the Rita& Samuel Brodie Adult Medical Day Center andindependent living at the Miriam Apartments.

CENTER PARTNERS WITH ALZHEIMER’S

Dr. H. Louis Chodosh (standing),medical director of the Rita & SamuelBrodie Adult Medical Day Center atDaughters of Miriam Center (DMC)discusses the clinical aspects ofAlzheimer’s disease at a recentprogram held at the Center inpartnership with the Alzheimer’sAssociation. Looking on are his fellowpanelists (from left): Linda Emr, RN,DMC General Manager of ApartmentServices; Michele Klapper, MSW,LCSW, Social Worker for the AdultMedical Day Center; Jamie Crowell,RN, Acting Director of the AdultMedical Day Center; Jody Sheppard,RN, Provider Relations Coordinator forHospice of New Jersey; EileenDoremus, CSW, Coordinator ofSupport Groups and CommunityOutreach Services for the Alzheimer’sAssociation; Yvonne Austin, RN, CaseCoordinator, Passaic County Dept. ofSenior Services, Disabilities &Veterans Affairs; and moderatorMonica Cohen, DMC Board ofTrustees Member.

CENTER JOINS MEMORY WALK

With two dementia care units in the skilled nursing facility and adivision of the adult medical day center dedicated to those whosuffer from Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders, Daughters

of Miriam Center is intimately aware of the ravages of this horribledisease. While the Center provides as much support as possible forseniors who suffer from Alzheimer’s and the family members who carefor them, we know that with over 350,000 New Jersey seniors affected bythis disease more help is needed to ease the burden.

That is why staff and supporters of the Center braved a chilly Octoberafternoon at Van Saun Park in Paramus for the Alzheimer’s Association’sMemory Walk. The Center took out a sponsorship, while employees,board members and supporters walked to raise additional funds for theAlzheimer’s Association which serves as a resource for so manydevastated by this disease. They were joined by over 1,000 individualswho participated in this annual event which is held in parks nationwide.

ASSOCIATIONIn addition to the panelists providing information

about the various programs available for caregivers andthose suffering from Alzheimer’s, Dr. H. Louis Chodosh,medical director of the Adult Medical Day Center,provided insights into the clinical aspects of the disease.A noted psychiatrist and neurologist with over 50 yearsof experience caring for seniors, Dr. Chodosh joined hisfellow panelists in answering caregiver questions aboutthe effects of Alzheimer’s disease and the availabletreatments.

Daughters of Miriam Center Board of Trusteesmember Monica Cohen, who spearheaded this initiativecommented, “This partnership with the Alzheimer’sAssociation is part of the Center’s ongoing commitmentto provide family members and caregivers with the mostcurrent information possible on this devastatingdisease.” The two additional programs scheduled forearly in 2007 will cover “Legal and FinancialConsiderations in Caring for a Person with Alzheimer’s”and “Communications: Understanding and ManagingChallenging Behaviors.”

The DMC team gathered at the Center’s sponsorship/infor-mation table before the walk. Team members included (fromleft): Center COO Frank DaSilva, resident family member JeffCohen, Board of Trustees member Barbara Potash, Rick Titone,Board of Trustees member Monica Cohen, Director ofAdmissions Susan Titone, Executive Director Fred Feinstein,Robert Kent, Andrea Kent, Julie Crowell, Irene Crowell, GeneralManager of Apartment Services Linda Emr with her dog Tiki,Barbara Herchick and Acting Day Center Director Jamie Crowell.

In appreciation of the Center’s sponsorship andfund-raising efforts for the walk, the Alzheimer’sAssociation presented the Center with acommemorative plaque. Daughters of MiriamCenter Executive Director Fred Feinstein andBoard of Trustees member Monica Cohenaccepted the plaque from Elaine Winter, AssociateDirector of the Northern Regional Office of theAlzheimer’s Association New Jersey Chapter.


CENTER EARNSJOINT COMMISSIONACCREDITATION

Since its founding in 1921, Daughters of Miriam Center,has worked to provide quality care to the seniors ofnorthern New Jersey. To demonstrate its commitment

to excellence, for the past 30 years the Center has soughtaccreditation with the Joint Commission on the Accreditationof Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO). Once again, the Centerhas proven that commitment, meeting JCAHO’s exactingstandards and earning a three-year accreditation. It isparticularly noteworthy that Daughters of Miriam Center isthe only Jewish facility in northern NewJersey to earn this distinction.

The Joint Commission evalu-ates and accredits nearly15,000 health care organi-zations and programs inthe United States. Anindependent, not-for-profit organization, theJoint Commission is thenation’s predominantstandards-setting andaccrediting body in healthcare. Since 1951, the JointCommission has maintainedstate-of-the-art standards thatfocus on improving the qualityand safety of care provided byhealth care organizations. The JointCommission’s comprehensive accreditation processevaluates an organization’s compliance with these standardsand other accreditation requirements. Daughters of MiriamCenter received the JCAHO accreditation after an on-sitesurvey showed it is in compliance with the JointCommission’s national standards for long-term care. JointCommission accreditation is recognized nationwide as asymbol of quality that reflects an organization’s commitmentto meeting high performance standards.

“Accreditation standards exceed federal and staterequirements,” says Marianna Kern Grachek, RN, C., MSN,NHA executive director of the Commission’s long-term careprogram. “Further, because this is a voluntary program,accreditation represents Daughters of Miriam Center’sdecision to be recognized for its efforts to provide quality care."

Frank DaSilva, the Center’s Chief Operating Officer, wasunderstandably pleased with the results of the survey andcommented, “This accreditation is a reflection of a facility-wide commitment to providing our seniors with the highestquality care.” In praising employees, DaSilva remarked, “Iam always proud of the staff of Daughters of MiriamCenter/The Gallen Institute and the exemplary care theyadminister to our residents. It is gratifying to see their hardwork recognized through the Joint Commission’s accreditation.”

"By achieving accreditation, Daughters of Miriam Centerhas joined a select group of Joint Commission accredited longterm care organizations," Grachek says. "Only about 2,000long term care organizations have received accreditationnationwide.”

Throughout the nation, citizens who serve in theNational Guard and Reserves are being called up toactive duty at home and abroad. At DMC, many

adjustments have been made since Director of ReligiousServices Rabbi Ira Kronenberg answered that call three yearsago. To recognize an employers’ sacrifice, Fort Dix hostedEmployer Appreciation Day, honoring the Center and otheremployers who work with the Guard and Reserve membersstationed at the base allowing them to maintain their jobs asthey serve our country.

Daughters of Miriam Center COO Frank DaSilva traveled tothe base, which serves as one of the Army’s largest trainingand mobilization facilities. There he joined other employerswhose staff members are on active duty either as part of localunits which have been deployed or working at Fort Dix itself.While the Center was previously recognized as a PatrioticEmployer by Kronenberg’s commanding officers, this dayoffered DaSilva a unique look into the life of our men andwomen in uniform.

Guests were greeted by national and state representativesfrom Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), whothanked them for their dedication to employees called toactive duty. The ESGR is a Department of Defenseorganization created to promote cooperation andunderstanding between Reserve component members andtheir civilian employers and to assist in the resolution ofconflicts arising from an employee's military commitment.

DaSilva joined other employers on a fascinating tour of thetraining facilities. A ride in a tandem rotor Chinook helicoptergave them a birds-eye view of the expansive layout of Fort Dixand the neighboring McGuire Air Force base. Returning to theground, lunch gave everyone a true taste of military life.Luckily for them, however, bland, de-hydrated and cannedfoods are a thing of the past. The military has enlisted thehelp of top chefs for the new Meals Ready to Eat or MREswhich are the staple of soldiers in the field. While stilldesigned to meet the nutritional needs of hard workingsoldiers, the new MREs cater to a great variety of tastes and

include kosher and vegetarian dishes. A few tablespoons ofwater activate a heating element in a thermal pouch toproduce a delicious hot meal under any conditions.

After lunch, it was on to touring the training grounds forDaSilva and the other employers. As soldiers meet newchallenges in the field, training back home must change toprepare those still being deployed. At Fort Dix, there arevarious areas which simulate different terrains where asoldier will find him or herself. Whether it is the militaryoperation in urbanized terrain to prepare them for fighting incities, or the tactical training base where they are taught tosee signs of improvised explosive devices which have been sodangerous for American troops, these training grounds areconstantly updated to alert soldiers to the conditionsoverseas.

After touring the training facilities, DaSilva had the chanceto sit down to dinner with solders currently undergoingtraining at Fort Dix, where they take great pride in their work.The Fort Dix symbol is the soldier as “The Ultimate Weapon”and, since 1917, they have worked to prepare men andwomen to serve in every war since World War I. On any givenday there are approximately 6,000 military personnel trainingon the 41,000 acre base. It was here that Daughters of MiriamCenter Director of Religious Services, Lieutenant Colonel IraKronenberg underwent the necessary training before hisdeployments to Afghanistan and Iraq where he has served thespiritual needs of our men and women in uniform as a militarychaplain.

The Center has worked with Kronenberg to arrangecoverage during his deployments overseas during Passoverand the High Holy Days. “What he is doing for our men andwomen in uniform is important,” commented DaSilva, “andthe Center is committed to doing whatever is needed to makethat possible.” It is such sentiments which led officials at FortDix to invite DaSilva and other employers to the base to thankthem for working with members of the Guard and Reserves asthey serve our country in the armed forces.

Daughters of Miriam Center COO Frank DaSilva (left) dons a crashhelmet as he prepares for a helicopter tour of Fort Dix with Rabbi IraKronenberg, the Center’s director of religious services who serves asa lieutenant colonel in the Army National Guard.

DMC COO HONORED AT FORT DIX



The grounds at Daughters of Miriam Center have alwaysprovided nursing home residents and apartmenttenants with a beautiful setting to enjoy the outdoors.

The colorful landscaping, trees and flowers are an endlesssource of delight through the warm months. Thanks to theaddition of a new gazebo on the grounds behind the Estherand Sam Schwartz Building (Miriam Apartments II) they maynow enjoy nature from shaded comfort.

Funded by a generous donation from Seymour Wigod, thenephew of the late Gertrude and Charles Cooperwasser towhom the structure has been dedicated, the gazebo has beenspecially outfitted for use by the seniors at Daughters ofMiriam Center. A ramp entrance provides easy access, forthose who use walkers or wheelchairs, into a welcomingspace which has been equipped with lighting to allowresidents and tenants to enjoy the gazebo day or evening.Ceiling fans provide cooling breezes while screens keep outunwanted insect visitors.

The traditional architecture of the gazebo, with its peakedroof and Victorian style gingerbreading compliments thegarden setting while gracious landscaping sets off this newfocal point of the Miriam Apartments II grounds which will beutilized for a variety of activities. “We now have anappropriate venue for outdoor concerts and garden activities,”commented Linda Emr, general manager of apartmentservices. She added, “it will be a wonderful gathering placefor the tenants, day or evening.”

When making his donation, Mr. Wigod wanted the moniesused for something that would directly improve the daily livesof the residents and tenants of Daughters of Miriam Center. Inaddition to the Gertrude and Charles Cooperwasser Gazebo,the Center used the funds to install a new fish tank in thelobby of the Rothenberg Building. Visitors and residents alike

enjoy watching the colorful fish as they swim through theaquatic plants which fill the tank.

“We are grateful to have donors who want to improve thedaily lives of our residents,” commented Frank DaSilva, ChiefOperating Officer of the Center. “Mr. Wigod’s gift allowed usto make changes that will have a positive impact on ourresidents, tenants and visitors and we appreciate hisgenerosity,” he added.

The gazebo was dedicated to the memory of Gertrude and CharlesCooperwasser. Their nephew Seymour Wigod donated the fundsto erect the new structure in the gardens of Miriam Apartments II.

The gazebo willprovide a new

venue foroutdoor activities

at Daughters ofMiriam Center.

GENEROUS DONATION IMPACTS SENIOR’S LIVES


In 2002 we launched the SOS: Save Our Seniors capital campaign. The $12 million

capital campaign has raised over $9.1 million with $7.2 million already collected.

To better position the Center in today’s competitive healthcare market, we

continue to upgrade and improve the facility using the capital campaign funds. With

the completion of the transformation of the third and fourth floors into a beautiful

dementia care pavilion, work has moved on to the West unit of the second floor. This

skilled nursing unit will have the same amenities as the dementia care pavilion,

offering residents greater privacy by eliminating three- and four-bedded rooms and

replacing them with private and semi-private accommodations.

As with previous renovations, clinical features are state-of-the-art and include a

new bathing system in the hydrotherapy rooms which is equipped with hydromassage

and a self-sanitation system. A two-way call system will allow nursing staff to

respond quickly to the needs of residents and provide an immediate means of

communication between patient and caregiver.

The project is near completion and will be ready for occupancy by the Summer of

2007. Once residents have been transferred into the beautiful new unit, work will

move on to the East portion of the floor, making similar changes to that unit.

In addition to the renovations currently underway on the second floor, technology

at the Center has been enhanced with the installation of a wireless network. This

network will enable physicians to order prescriptions for residents directly from a

PDA, eliminating time-consuming paperwork. It will also allow nursing staff to enter

Daughters of Miriam Center sent

SOS Capital Campaign


out an SOS and the community answered…

Funds Improvements at DMC

charting information from hand-held devices. For

technology savvy residents with laptops, access to email

and the internet will now be available.

Daughters of Miriam Center has been able to make

significant improvements facility-wide. Some changes,

such as the renovations in the skilled nursing facility, are

obvious. There are, however, many other significant

changes which are less apparent to the casual observer.

Windows throughout the skilled nursing facility have been

replaced or re-sealed to help the Center save on energy

bills. New boilers keep residents warm throughout the cold

winter months while new air conditioning units keep them

cool in the summer. The main elevators in the Rothenberg

building and Miriam Apartments II have been replaced

allowing residents, tenants and visitors to move more

quickly and easily from floor to floor, while a new fire alarm

system insures the safety of all at the Center.

Renovations are beginning on the former maintenance

shop adjacent to the current rehabilitation gym. Once

completed, the rehabilitation department will relocate into

this larger, updated space. Since the new gym will

accommodate more residents, the satellite gym currently

used on the Gallen Institute will be eliminated.

In addition to the construction on the nursing units and

in the rehabilitation department, the Marcus Auditorium

will undergo a transformation. New lighting and a new

ceiling have already been installed thanks to funds from the

Daughters of Miriam Auxiliary. A new multi-media center

provides entertainment for residents, tenants and clients

and offers a venue for educational programs. Further

improvements will include replacing the old wallpaper and

installing new flooring. New furniture will also be

purchased, including more comfortable chairs with

armrests and round tables.

All of these changes and improvements have long-term

benefits for the Center. Not only do these upgrades allow

us to provide our seniors with the highest quality care, but

they also help us to compete in the ever changing

landscape of modern healthcare. Daughters of Miriam

Center/The Gallen Institute has served the elderly of

northern New Jersey for over 86 years and with the help of

all who have answered our SOS, we will continue that

proud tradition for generations to come.


MULTIMEDIA CENTER

TRANSFORMS

MARCUS AUDITORIUM

The Marcus Auditorium has long served as agathering place for Daughters of Miriam Centernursing home residents, apartment tenants and day

program clients. Classical and jazz concerts, holiday partiesand celebrations along with music and dance shows haveall taken place there. Now, however, a new multi-mediacenter has added yet another attraction—movies on the bigscreen.

A 15-foot screen and projector system are linked to themulti-media center which includes DVD capability, a newsound system and USB hook-ups for computer screenprojection. Residents, tenants and clients can now watchblockbuster movies, informative documentaries and theirfavorite TV shows. Special darkening shades have beenadded to the room to keep the picture clear and easy to see.Of course, no movie would be complete without delicioussnacks, therefore theatre-style popcorn from a cartreminiscent of those seen at street fairs and carnivals is partof the experience.

In addition to the entertainment value of the new system,it is also perfect for educational programs. With USB hook-ups, the system becomes a giant computer monitor forpresentations or software demonstrations. Whether it isproviding staff training or being utilized by outsidespeakers, it has become an invaluable tool for all at theCenter. The new sound system with wireless microphonesinsures that speakers and entertainers can be clearly heardby the residents, tenants and clients.

This multi-media system is just one example of howDaughters of Miriam Center strives to improve the lives ofthe seniors we serve.

MITZVAHSMAKE THE DAY

Daughters of Miriam Center is blessed everyday by small mitzvahs that brighten the livesof the seniors who reside here. Whether it is

a smile from a visiting child or a volunteer taking thetime to read a book or just sit and talk, they allpositively impact our residents. The UJA Federationof Northern New Jersey, however, sets aside one daya year so volunteers can visit the beneficiary agenciesand help make a difference.

Working with the Center’s activity servicesdepartment, the volunteers from the Federationmanned games and booths at a carnival in theMarcus Auditorium. Whether having their fortunestold, tossing a basketball or trying their hand withgames of chance, nursing home residents enjoyed theday of laughter, fun and, of course, carnival prizes.The best prize for them however, was the chance tospend time with the teen-age volunteers who kept thegames running.

Intergenerational programs such as the carnivalare an important part of activities at the Center.Whether it is a group of teenagers helping out at acarnival, the baby brigade visiting on the dementiapavilion or a youth orchestra performance, they sharetheir energy and vitality with the nursing homeresidents, apartment tenants and day programclients. Throughout the year, a variety of school andcommunity programs bring young people to theCenter, to the delight of our seniors.

Nursing home resident Ronald Pross (seated), tries his hand atthe Habitat Toss with the help of two Mitzvah Day volunteers,to see if he can win another stuffed animal at the carnival.

Residents learn about the Meadowlands eco system as they participatein an interactive video conference in the Center's auditorium.


Our country has many wonderful national treasures;the Declaration of Independence, the Constitutionand the Liberty Bell to name a few. For all of us,

however, our greatest treasures are not inanimate things, butthe people with whom we share our love and our lives. Thatis why this year’s theme for Homes for the Aging week was“National Treasures: Gems in Our Lifetime.”

In his proclamation announcing Older Americans Month,President Bush said, “Our Nation is blessed by our seniors.These individuals teach us lessons of the past, set anexample for younger generations, and demonstrate thegenerosity and love for which Americans are known. Thismonth, I encourage all our citizens to spend time withAmerica's seniors.”

Older Americans Month is a tradition that has flourishedfor over 40 years. From the first proclamation in 1963 by JohnF. Kennedy declaring May as senior citizens month, to thecommemorations of today, the lives and experiences of thepeople who have shaped our world have been celebrated.

At Daughters of Miriam Center, there were many activitiesthroughout the week incorporating this theme includinggames on each unit and within each division to give nursinghome residents, apartment tenants and day center clients akey to unlock a treasure chest. The grand finale of thesearches culminated in a Treasure Hunt Luncheon where thechests were unlocked and prizes awarded for each unit.Employees joined the fun, donning their best pirate gear forthe swashbuckling themed celebrations.

DMC SETSSAIL FOROLDERAMERICANSMONTHTREASURE!

DMC SETSSAIL FOROLDERAMERICANSMONTHTREASURE!

Miriam Apartments II tenant LylaFeinstein (right) unlocks the treasurechest held by Activity Services DirectorRhonda Brand. Inside are all of thetools to go with the new grill won bythe tenants.

Miriam Apartments II tenant Beatrice Billstein isin full pirate gear and ready to send offendersinto the deep blue sea at the Treasure HuntLuncheon.

In the 26-year history of the Golf Classic, only one person hadever made a hole-in-one…until David Kessler of Wayne, NewJersey landed a perfect shot on the 16th hole at the 26th

Classic at Preakness Hills Country Club in Wayne.The Steiger Classic is an annual event raising necessary funds

which allow the Center to continue caring for over 500 seniorsevery day. Each year it brings together nearly 200 business andcommunity leaders who enjoy a wonderful day of golf andcamaraderie while supporting the Center.

This year’s tournament was especially exciting when DavidKessler made his hole-in-one. Best of all, his shot on the 16thhole brought him a brand new Jeep Compass courtesy of BoroughJeep, Chrysler Plymouth of Wayne and a $1,000 cash prizecourtesy of Ray Catena Porsche of Edison. DMC was also awinner, as Kessler made a donation to the Center in response towinning. “It did not surprise me that he won,” commented PeterKirscheimer, the starter at Preakness Hills Country Club whereKessler is a member, adding, “He’s such a great golfer.” Indeed,Kessler is a great golfer, having played the game for 48 yearsattaining a five handicap by playing two to three times a week.

One of the features of DMC’s Golf Classic is the million dollarshootout at the conclusion of play. It is the only area tournamentto offer 12 lucky players the opportunity to win $1,000,000 cashfor a hole-in-one or a $10,000 bulls-eye prize. Sponsored by GolfCo-Chairman Joel J. Steiger of Ridgewood and Golf CommitteeMember Pat Mucci, Jr. of North Caldwell, the shootout took placeon the 18th hole from a distance of only 135 yards. Kessler’shole-in-one during the tournament earned him a place in theshootout that evening, but unfortunately lightening did not striketwice and no one made another hole-in-one or hit the bulls-eye.

Joel J. Steiger of Ridgewood, co-chairman of the tournamentsince it’s inception for whom it was renamed last year said, “It isthrilling to see someone land a hole-in-one at the Classic. It’seven more gratifying when it is a DMC Board member and ClassicCommittee member who has worked so hard for the Centerthroughout the years.”

This is not Kessler’s first hole-in-one at Preakness, havinglanded them on holes, 6, 16 and 18 on prior occasions. Inaddition, he has also made two holes-in-one at the PassaicCounty Golf course on hole nine of the blue course and hole twoon the white course as well as on the sixth hole at RockawayRiver golf course in Rockaway. It was, however, the first time hehas made the one-in-a-million shot where prizes were at stake.As he tee’d up on hole 16 with his Calloway five iron tocompensate for the wind, the women volunteers who monitorthe prize holes were preparing to change shifts while the fourmembers of his five-some cheered him on. He knew somethinghad happened when he heard shouting and could see the fourwomen jumping up and down as they cheered, and it was morethan getting close enough to the pin to quality for the shootout atthe conclusion of the tournament.

In addition to the million dollar shootout and bulls-eye contestand the prizes won by David Kessler, the shotgun event offeredterrific hole-in-one prizes on the 6th, 8th and 18th holes includinga Jaguar and Porche courtesy of Ray Catena Porsche of Edisonand a custom designed 22-carat diamond necklace courtesy of

CLASSIC SCORES WITH A HOLE-IN-ONE


David Kesslerpauses in front ofthe Jeep Compasshe won with hishole-in-one shot.

Working hard toensure the success

of the day were(from left): Classic

Co-ChairmenMorton Klein,

Joel Steiger and Alex Fleysher.

Valley National BankChairman GeraldLipkin (right) pulls awinning raffle ticketunder the watchfuleyes of Classic Co-Chairman Joel J.Steiger (left) andretired US DistrictCourt Judge Nicholas Politan.

Volunteers perform a variety of tasks at the tournament such as greetingguests, manning the registration table and monitoring the prize holes.Some of this year’s volunteers included (standing, from left:) BarbaraPotash, Nanci Schwartz, Naomi Prell, Monica Cohen, Gail White,(seated, from left:) Jane Harris, Barbara Haubenstock and volunteercoordinator Carole Steiger.

Yanina and Company of Cedar Grove. The tournament, which has earned the

reputation of being among the finest of its kindin the region, continued the tradition of offering

something for everyone. Participants received avariety of donated gifts when they registered, had their

foursome photographed on the green and were treated to asumptuous brunch and a delectable dinner. Prize sponsorssupporting the tournament included: Adios Golf Club, AlpineCountry Club, Aramark Refreshment Services, Ballyowen,Buco Restaurant, Broken Sound Club, Canoe Brook CountryClub, Chroma Copy, The Club Glove, Club Macanudo, Jeffrey& Monica Cohen, Cooperative Communications, CorboJewelers, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Estée Lauder Companies,Inc., Joe Farina, Federated Merchandising Group, AlexFleysher, Allen Gebroe, Ben Goldstein, Golf Galaxy, H. RubinOpticians, Hertz, Il Villaggio, JVC, Avi Katz, KingsSupermarkets, Steve Leichter, Marchon Eyewear, Randi &Lenny Marcus, Montammy Golf Club, P.C. Richard & Son,Hon. Nicholas Politan, Preakness Hills Country Club, HalPrince, Alan Reisfield, Leonard Rosen, Martin Rosen, Yanina& John Sheehan, Shoppers Vineyard, Shop-Rite, SupremeMid-Atlantic, Mel Taub, Graham Starr, Joel J. Steiger, ValleyNational Bank, Wild Turkey, Wine Country Gift Baskets andFrank Wolf.

Companies and individuals sponsoring the Classicincluded: Double Eagle Sponsors—Susan & Frank Gurtman,Phormula Pharmacy, Barbara & Martin Rosen, Sylvia & AviSafer, Sodexho Services, Carole Anne & Joel Steiger, UnidineDining Services, Valley National Bank, Bonnie & StephenWener and Beth & Leonard Wilf; Eagle Sponsor—Lester &Sally Entin Foundation; Gold Tee Sponsors—FederatedDepartment Stores, Cynthia & Larry Goldman, Orange Carpetand Carol & Mel Taub; Birdie Sponsors—CIT CommercalServices, Garden State Mechanical, HealthTrac, HUBInternational, Lynne & Paul Kramer, Newmark Knight Frank,Nursing Network, LLC, Planned Security Services, PulseMedical Transportation and RHM Electric.

The committee responsible for coordinating the eventwere: Paul Abrams of Franklin Lakes, Michael Birnberg ofShort Hills, Robert Chestnov of Franklin Lakes, ChuckColacurcio of Wayne, Reid Fader of Fair Lawn, Alex Fleysherof Roseland (co-chairman), Robert Foster of Wayne, MichaelGoldman of Wayne, Gary Kalter of Wayne, Robert Kantor ofClifton, David Kessler of Wayne, Morton Klein of Wayne (co-chairman), Paul Kramer of Franklin Lakes, George Liss ofPompton Lakes, Harry Mortkowitz of Fair Lawn, Patrice M.Mucci, Jr. of North Caldwell, Melvin Opper of Franklin Lakes,Leonard Rosen of Fort Lee, Richard Rosenblum of Wayne,Albert Safer of Franklin Lakes, Andrew Silverman of Fort Lee,Joseph M. Silverman of Wayne, Michael Sirota of Wyckoff,David L. Steiger of New York City, Joel J. Steiger of Ridgewood(co-chairman), Paul Waters of Verona, Stephen Wener ofFranklin Lakes and Morris Yamner of Clifton.

DAY CENTER LUNCHEONREMEMBERS SAFAR

The Daughters of Miriam Center family was deeplysaddened by the loss of Roseann Safar, long-timedirector of the Rita & Samuel Brodie Adult Medical Day

Center. The staff and clients of the day center gathered toremember her at their annual family luncheon.

Roseann joined the Rita & Samuel Brodie Adult MedicalDay Center as its nurse in 1990. Eight years later she assumedthe directorship and worked tirelessly to improve the lives ofthe day center clients. Her efforts brought in greater funding,allowing the program to expand and offer its services to moreseniors. These improvements were among the many reasonswhy in 1997 the program was inducted into the New JerseyFamily Support Hall of Fame, which honors persons, programsor organizations that have been instrumental in supportingindividuals with special needs and their families. In addition,it was thanks to Roseann’s tireless pursuit of grant monies thatthe program received funding for new buses in order totransport the clients safely and comfortably to the Center.Despite the ravages of cancer, this past December, Roseannspearheaded a “Tricky Tray” auction which raised over tenthousand dollars for the program. This was just one instanceof how her creativity and imagination made everyday activitiesspecial and special events magical.

In addition to her professional accomplishments, Roseannwas a devoted mother to her daughter Kellie and her stepsonJonah, bringing the same energy and creativity to motherhoodthat she brought to work at the Center.

Staff and clients shared memories of Roseann, speakingwith great feeling of her dedication to the Day Center and theclients it serves. Maureen Promin, Development Specialist forthe Passaic County Department of Senior Services presentedRoseann’s daughter Kellie with a certificate in memory ofRoseann “For her untiring commitment and years of service toPassaic County Seniors and Office on Aging.” The Center alsounveiled a plaque to be mounted in the main activities room ofthe day center, dedicated to her memory.

By the end of the moving program, which concluded with aslide show containing photos of Roseann throughout the lastsixteen years, there were few who had not shed tears forRoseann, their friend, coworker and advocate. Her loss isdeeply felt by all who knew her and Daughters of MiriamCenter and the Rita & Samuel Brodie Adult Medical Day Centerwill never be the same without her.

Daughters of Miriam Center Executive Director Fred Feinstein (left)presents a plaque in memory of Roseann Safar to her daughter Kellie(right) and sister Toni Genese, activities therapist for the Day Center.


In 1961, many of the seniors at Daughters of Miriam Center,were men and women who could not relate to the meaning ofthe word “retirement.” They were people who had worked

hard all of their lives, experienced the pains of wars and struggledthrough the years of the Depression and wanted to continueworking. The Center recognized that need and found aninnovative solution to fulfill it—a sheltered workshop whereresidents could continue working and area businesses could turnfor hand-assembly work. Forty-five years later, the Fred AblesMemorial Sheltered Workshop is still doing just that.

It was Board of Trustees member and future Daughters ofMiriam Center Distinguished Past President Alex Rosenthal whospearheaded the effort to create the Workshop. It was also hissuggestion to name the program in memory of his friend Fred Ables,an active community member and supporter of the Center who hadbeen tragically killed in a plane crash two years earlier. With thehelp of Mr. Ables’ brother-in-law, DMC board member ArnoldGoodman; Arnold’s mother andDaughters of Miriam PatersonAuxiliary President Mary Good-man; and Arnold’s sister MayaLawrence, the funds were raised toestablish the program. Over thepast 45 years it has proven to be ahuge success, keeping hundreds ofseniors and developmentallydisabled members of the commu-nity active while providing a posi-tive outlet for their time and talents.

For many seniors, isolation andidleness can lead to feelings ofdepression. By contrast, parti-cipants of the Fred Ables MemorialSheltered Workshop find them-selves in a social environment,working to finish jobs for areaindustries. With a paycheck toshow for their efforts, they knowthat their skills are valued andtake great pride in their work.

Each person has their own unique reason for participating dailyin the voluntary program. Carlos Vargas of Passaic Park, a client ofthe Day Center and a Workshop participant made the observation,“The Workshop is very important to us because we keep our mindsbusy but relaxed at the same time. It is a good physical exercise formy muscles and a reminder that we are still useful to society.”

In 1985, the Workshop entered into a pilot program with theDivision of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) to provide dayprogram services for developmentally disabled adults looking forwork. It was considered revolutionary for the time, since no otherprogram had mixed two diverse populations before. While DDDofficials were originally skeptical, and started by sending only threeclients, they were soon won over by the outstanding results. Sincethen, the Workshop has expanded to include 24 DDD individuals,along with 25 nursing home residents and apartment tenants.

Marcia Honour, a DDD participant, and a recent tenant of theMiriam Apartments, was fearful and shy when she joined theprogram in 1986. Now she helps supervise her fellow workers.“Because of the Workshop I have my independence. I have a joband all my friends are here. The Workshop staff taught me that I

really am my own person. I proved to my family I can make it onmy own,” she said.

It is not only the DDD clients or long-term care residents whoreap the benefits of the Fred Ables Memorial Sheltered Workshop.The positive effects of the program extend to their family membersas well. Marvin and Marilyn Rogers of Wayne were thrilled withthe difference the program made in their son’s life. Theycommented, “The Fred Ables Sheltered Workshop's professionaland receptive atmosphere was instrumental in Glenn's remarkablerehabilitation and personal happiness. The outstanding com-mitment and dedication of the staff, in addition to theadministrative support of Daughters of Miriam Center, have oureternal gratitude.”

Brian Murphy, director of the Workshop, has seen the positiveeffect of the program every day for the past 23 years. He said of theprogram, “The two most positive traits I see in the participants ofthe program are the way everyone is always helping a less able co-

worker and the sense of self-worth I see in all of them whenthey know they have accom-plished something.”

All program participantsengage in sub-contract work thatincludes, but is not limited to:light hand assembly, packaging,sorting, collating, gluing, stap-ling, heat sealing, shrink wrap-ping, etc. Participants are paidon a piece rate basis based on thelocal prevailing hourly wage.The benefits are numerous toboth populations. The elderlyhave a chance to interact withyounger people while those withdevelopmental disabilities learnvaluable life skills as well associalization skills.

The participants in the FredAbles Memorial Sheltered

Workshop are not the only ones who see results. Vendors whoutilize the Workshop’s services are always pleased by the accuratework, delivered on-time at competitive rates. Since its inception,the Fred Ables Sheltered Workshop has provided quality sub-contract work to hundreds of different companies, from small localbusinesses, to multi-national corporations.

Len Ruvolo, Vice president and CFO of Hercules Chemical Co.,Inc. of Passaic, praised the Workshop, saying, “We have come toview the Workshop team as one of our most valued anddependable sub-contractors. Daughters of Miriam Center hasprovided our firm with quality sub-assembly work at a competitiveprice and has helped us meet tight scheduling deadlines on manyoccasions.” The highest praise Hercules has given the program,however, is returning time and again to the sub-contractor theyhave trusted for over 20 years.

What seemed like such an unusual idea in 1961 has proven tobe one of the most successful programs at Daughters of MiriamCenter/The Gallen Institute. Its greatest achievements, lie not withthe contracts and work orders completed, but with the livesenriched by the experiences they have shared within its walls.

WORKSHOP CELEBRATES 45 YEARS

Workshop client Marcia Honour runs the shrink wrap machinewhile fellow client Silvia Rivadeneira waits for the finished productto be packed away for shipment.


Howard PhilipsMember-at-Large

Helen SandersMember-at-Large

George KramerVice President

Stephen WenerVice President

Martin KenwoodTreasurer

Jeffrey SilversheinVice President

Michael Birnberg President

Howard Baum, MDVice President

Mickey BregmanMember-at-Large

Robert GutensteinVice President

Monica CohenMember-at-Large

Marc RosenkrantzMember-at-Large

Frank DaSilvaChief Operating Officer

Fred FeinsteinExecutive Director

Harry MortkowitzSecretary

Charles Rosenstein**1944-1953

Joseph Shulman**Distinguished Past President

1958-1961

Sender Federbush**1932-1936

Samuel Neinken**1936-1944

Raymond Kramer**Distinguished Past President

1953-1958

Benjamin V. Blazer**1961-1963

Milton Werksman**Distinguished Past President

1963-1965

Isidore Simon**1921-1932

Alexander Rosenthal**Distinguished Past President

1972-1976

Leonard Kohl1977-1979

Archie B. Marcus**1968-1970

Saul Rosen**1970-1972

Mrs. Samuel R. Deich1976-1977

Arnold Goodman1979-1981

Arthur Bodner**1981-1983

Samuel Schwartz**Distinguished Past President

1965-1968

H. Louis Chodosh1991-1993

Jack Birnberg1995-1997

Melvin Opper1986-1988

Milton Kleinman1988-1991

Monroe Potash1993-1995

Lawrence Boss1997-1999+

Avi Safer2001-2005

Joel J. SteigerDistinguished Past President

1983-1986

Eva Feld**Honorary Life Trustee

Samuel Brodie**Honorary Life Trustee

Irving (B. I.) Cohen**Honorary Life Trustee

Herbert GallenHonorary Life Trustee

Irving Brawer**Honorary Life Trustee

**Deceased +1999-2001: Office of the Chairmen—Michael Birnberg, Robert Gutenstein, Avi Safer, Joel J. Steiger, Stephen Wener.

O F F I C E R S & E X E C U T I V E C O M M I T T E E

P A S T P R E S I D E N T S

Jay OpperAssistant Secretary

Thelma MalkinMember-at-Large

C O M M I T T E E S & L I S T S



B O A R D O F T R U S T E E S

PAUL H. ABRAMS

HOWARD BAUM, MD

STANLEY BERENZWEIG*

LAWRENCE BERMAN, MD

JACK BIRNBERG

MICHAEL BIRNBERG

LAWRENCE S. BOSS

MYRON BREGMAN

BENSON J. CHAPMAN

ELIOT CHODOSH, MD

H. LOUIS CHODOSH, MD

MONICA COHEN

STEPHEN COHEN, MD

STUART COVEN*

HELEN G. DEICH

ALEX FLEYSHER

HERBERT GALLEN**

BENJAMIN GELLER

MEL GERSTEIN*

LAWRENCE GOLDMAN

ARNOLD H. GOODMAN

WALLACE GREENE

JON GURKOFF

FRANK GURTMAN

ROBERT GUTENSTEIN

ANDREW KANTER

ROBERT KANTOR

MARTIN S. KENWOOD

DAVID KESSLER

SANDRA KESSLER

HERBERT C. KLEIN*

JEFFREY KLEIN

MORTON KLEIN

MILTON KLEINMAN

NORMAN KOCH

LEONARD KOHL

PETER KOLBEN

ARTHUR R. KRAMER

GEORGE KRAMER

PAUL KRAMER

LARRY LEVY

GEORGE LISS

JEANNE LISS

THELMA MALKIN

MICHAEL MIDLER

DIANE MILROD

HARRY MORTKOWITZ

PHILIP MOSS

PATRICK MUCCI, JR.

JAY OPPER

MELVIN OPPER

HOWARD PHILLIPS

BARBARA POTASH

MONROE POTASH

ARTHUR REBELL

JONATHAN REICH*

WAYNE RICHMAN*

MARC ROSENKRANTZ

EUGENE ROSENSWEET*

AVI SAFER

SYLVIA SAFER

HELEN SANDERS

CIPORA O. SCHWARTZ

ANDREW SILVERMAN

JEFFREY SILVERSHEIN

MICHAEL SIROTA

LARRY SPERBER

ADAM STEIGER

JOEL J. STEIGER

MIRIAM STERN

PETER VON HALLE

DAVID WALDMAN

BONNIE WENER

STEPHEN WENER

GAIL WHITE

NAOMI WILZIG*

CHAIM WOLF

SAMUEL WOLFF*

*TRUSTEES EMERITUS

**HONORARY LIFE TRUSTEES

N O T I C E O F AVA I L A B I L I T Y O F H I L L - B U RT O N U N C O M P E N S AT E D S E RV I C E S

Daughters of Miriam Center/The Gallen Institute, in Clifton, New Jersey, has provided in previous years and will continue

to provide from January 1, 2007, to December 31, 2007, uncompensated services to all eligible persons unable to pay, who

request those services.

Daughters of Miriam Center/The Gallen Institute is not allowed to discriminate against a person due to race, creed, color,

national origin or because a person is covered by a program such as Medicaid or Medicare.

All services of the facility will be available as uncompensated services. Eligibility for uncompensated services will be

limited to persons whose family income is not more than Category A of the current poverty income guidelines established by

the Department of Health and Human Services.

This notice is published in accordance with 42 CFR 124.504 notice of availability of uncompensated services.


M E D I C A L / D E N T A L S T A F F

AUDIOLOGYTalia GottliebJoAnn Katsantonis

CARDIOVASCULARRobert Berkowitz, MDShlomo Charlap, MD*Edward Julie, MDMichael L. Schwartz, MD*Roger Steinfeld, MDMark Teicher, MDE. Michael Weiss, MD

COLORECTAL SURGERYKevin Buckley, MDEdwin Kane, MDMichael Slade, MDDave B. Swerdlow, MD

DENTISTS & ORAL SURGEONSMichael Erlichman, DDS

(Oral Surgery)Norman Gale, DDS+Alan Gold, DDSEly Gold, DDSLloyd Greenberg, DMDJefrey Rempell, DDSWarren G. Richman, DMDHoward Ritt, DMDMalcolm Silver, DDSSeymour Silverberg, DDSLawrence Weil, DDS

DERMATOLOGYManuel R. Morman, PhD, MD+

ENDOCRINOLOGYMark Wiesen, MD

GASTROENTEROLOGYAnil Agarwal, MDHoward Baum, MD+*Jagbir Beniwal, MDRobert Eagle, MDDavid Graber, MD*+Robert Lintz, MD*Larry L. Rubin, MD*Boris Rydel, MD*+

GYNECOLOGYJames Dolgin, MDMelvin Gliksman, MDCharles H. Hirsh, MDJeffrey Reinkraut, MD

HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGYArnold D. Rubin, MD

INFECTIOUS DISEASEHafer Al-Haddaden, MDRichard Krieger, MDRonald Poblete, MDGabriella A. Weiss, MD

MEDICINE/AttendingKambiz Azmudeh, MD+David Graber, MD*+Harold Jawetz, MD,

FACP*+Medical Director

Joseph O’Brian, MD*+Najmul Rana, MD+Brian Schactman, MD+Bruce Tapper, MD*+

MEDICINE/ConsultantsHoward Baum, MD*+Lawrence J. Berman, MDStanley Bernstein, MDLouis Celebre, MDDavid DeBell, MD*+Frank C. DeGiacomo, MD*Jeffrey Gold, MDMorton Kass, MDRobert Levy, MDRobert Moskowitz, MD*Mark Needle, MDCornelio Porras, MD*+Boris Reydell, MD*+Michael Rothkopf, MDBrian Schactman, MD*+Jerrold Schwartz, MDBernard H. Sklar, MD

MEDICINE/InternalAurora Andreescu, MDEsrel Avila, MDKambiz Azmudeh, MD+Ian Foxall, MD*+Paul C. Keisa, MDDaniel Levin, MD+Scott Lippe, MD+Rana Najmul, MD

Joseph O’Brien, MD*+Joseph Porter, MD+Anand Sahu, MD+Brian Schactman, MD+Sarva Sing, MD+Stephen Thomsen, MDJames Turner, MDStanley E. Waintraub, MDYousef Zibdie, MD

NEPHROLOGYLawrence J. Berman, MDVijay Gupta, MDStephen Thomsen, MD

NEUROLOGYEliot Chodosh, MDH. Louis Chodosh, MD+

ONCOLOGYMichael Maroules, MD+Kyudong Uhm, MD+

OPHTHALMOLOGYHarvey R. Dobrow, MD+Donald Green, MDMichael L. Mund, MD+Seth Sachs, MD+Stuart E. Wunsh, MD+

OPTOMETRYSteven J. Seidel, OD+

ORTHOPEDICSVictor Antonacci, MDLee Berger, MDAvrill Berkman, MDPhilip Cohen, MDVincent Fietti, MD

Paul Glicksman, MDRobert Greenblum, MDRobert Hole, MD+Kent S. Lerner, MDChris Mattheou, MDMarvin P. Rosenberg, MDMark Ruoff, MD

OTOLARYNGOLOGYAlfredo Festa, MD

PATHOLOGYHoward Adelman, MD

PHYSIATRYJoseph Colao, DO

PODIATRYEugene Batelli, DPMFrancis Callamari, DPMGary Levat, DPMJeffrey Miller, DPMWendy Stinson, DPM+

PLASTIC SURGERYRichard Bloomenstein, MDAlan Wasserstrum, MD

PSYCHIATRYFrancis Murphy, MDEugene Resnick, MDRafik Youssef, MD+

PSYCHOLOGYMelvin Gluck, MDRichard M. Samuels, MDArnold Sperling, EDD

PULMONARYCornelia Porras, MD*+Harold Jawetz, MD*+Daniel Levin, MD

RADIOLOGYSam Brown, MDArthur Harvey, MDSung Lee, MDJohn Leung, MDPaul A. Peusner, MDOrestes Sanchez, MDArthur L. Siegel, MDCharles P. Violotti, MDCorey Weiner, MD

REHABILITATIONMEDICINEMargaret Karcnick, DO+

RHEUMATOLOGYHarleen Brar, MDMarc Goldberg, MD*Jonathan Simon, MD

SURGERYKevin Buckley, MDJames Geuder, MDEdwin Kane, MDJoel Nizin, MDMichael S. Slade, MDDave B. Swerdlow, MD

THORACIC SURGERYManny Christakos, MDHermogenes Ciocon, MDMichael Ramundo, MD

UROLOGYBarry L. Altman, MDStephen G. Cohen, MDStephen Daniel, MDRichard Fadil, MDPhilip Jasper, MDAndrew Kunish, MDSharon Li, MD+Michael McMaster, MD+Joel Rosenberg, MDJohn J. Sanzone, MD+Burton Schlecker, MD+Theodore Stamatakos, MDMendley Wulfsohn, MD+James Zinman, MD+

VASCULAR SURGERYJoseph Baratta, MDJames Geuder, MDCharles Moss, MDHerman Maeuser, MDEdwin P. Teehan, MD+

*Employed by New JerseyPhysicians Group

+Credentialed

2006 Medical/Dental Staff officers are (left to right): medical director Harold Jawetz, MD ofPassaic, secretary David Graber, MD of Glen Rock, vice president Shlomo Charlap MD ofPassaic and president Howard Baum, MD of Wayne.


The Daughters of Miriam Auxiliary has had a successfulyear, both financially and socially, with programs thathave been both interesting and well-received.

Meetings have included talks by guest lecturers, such asEdith Sobel, former editor of the Jewish Community Newswho touches on timely topics and Florence Levine, whopresented us with an enlightening look at the world of opera.Taking advantage of the new multi-media center in theMarcus Auditorium, the Auxiliary hosted a screening of theinspirational documen-tary “Paper Clips” whichchronicles the journeyof a group of middleschool students in arural town who collectsix million paper clips torepresent those lost inthe Holocaust.

Daughters of MiriamAuxiliary fund-raisingefforts have surpassedour expectations. The“No Tea” letter wasextremely successfuland we thank all who

participated. Staff and visitors alike enjoy taking advantageof the jewelry sales held at the Center and they have provento be a very good source of revenue for the Auxiliary. Thisyear the Spring Luncheon was held at the Center.Participants enjoyed a delicious brunch before boardingbuses for a trip to the Newark Museum. Docent led tours ofthe exhibit “Off the Pedestal” featuring women in the art ofHomer, Chase and Sargent, along with the magnificentBallantine House, were both enjoyable and informative.

A U X I L I A R Y U P D A T E

The Helen Sanders Thrift Shop continues to be one of theAuxiliary’s most profitable enterprises. Dedicated staff keep sortthrough the donations of new and gently used clothing andhousehold items, organizing them for sale in the shop which isopen three days a week. Last year alone, the Thrift Shop nettedover $30,000 for the Auxiliary.

The funds raised by all of these events directly benefit thenursing home residents, apartment tenants and day programclients at the Center. Thanks to the Auxiliary’s efforts, new lightingand window treatments have been installed in the MarcusAuditorium. Next year’s goals include purchasing new chairs andtables for the auditorium so performances and dinners are morecomfortable for the seniors at the Center.

In addition to the meetings and fund-raisers, Auxiliarypersonnel continue to offer their services as volunteers atDaughters of Miriam Center. Dedicated members work hard toimprove the daily lives of all at the Center. Whether working in theHelen Sanders Thrift Shop, staffing the library cart or running theGift Shop in Miriam Apartments II, their efforts make a differenceevery day.

The Thrift Shop was the brainchild of Helen Sanders, whokeeps the shelves well stocked with beautiful new and gentlyused clothing and household items.

Auxiliary members staff the Coffee/Gift Shop in Miriam Apartments II,which stocks everyday necessities for apartment tenants.

E X E C U T I V E S T A F FE X E C U T I V E S T A F FE X E C U T I V E S T A F F

Frank DaSilvaChief Operating Officer

Rhonda Brand, ADC, CDPDirector

Activity Services

Philip ZungriDirector

Plant Operations

Carole Samuel, MSW, CSWDirector

Volunteer & Student Services

Harold Jawetz, MD, FACPMedical Director

Rabbi Ira Kronenberg, MSWDirector

Religious Services

Robert LainoController

Linda Emr, RNGeneral Manager

Apartment Services

Angela Ricciardi, RNDirector

Nursing Services

Jamie Crowell, RNActing Director

Adult Day Center

Caren Speizer, MBADirector

Marketing & Development

Kimberly TopchievDirector

Rehabilitation Services

Diane TelischakManager

Brawer Building

Fidel T. Marcado, RRADirector

Medical Records

Brian MurphyProduction ManagerSheltered Workshop

Phyliss Spiegelglas Executive Secretary

Kent ThomsonDirector

Food Services

Fred Feinstein, MHA, LNHAExecutive Director

Karen Reisman, ACSW, MSWDirector

Social Service

Judy PhillipsPHR Director

Human Resources

Deborah SullivanDirector

Materials Management

Susan TitoneDirector

Admissions


EXECUTIVE COMMITTEEMichael Birnberg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PresidentHoward Baum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice PresidentRobert Gutenstein . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice PresidentGeorge Kramer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice PresidentJeffrey Silvershein . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice PresidentStephen Wener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice PresidentMartin Kenwood. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TreasurerHarry Mortkowitz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SecretaryJay Opper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assistant SecretaryMickey Bregman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member-at-LargeMonica Cohen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member-at-LargeThelma Malkin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member-at-LargeHoward Phillips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member-at-LargeMarc Rosenkrantz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member-at-LargeHelen Sanders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member-at-LargeFrank DaSilva* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chief Operating OfficerFred Feinstein* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Executive Director

Past presidents, listed in order by the years in which they served

Helen G. Deich . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Past PresidentLeonard Kohl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Past PresidentArnold H. Goodman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Past PresidentJoel J. Steiger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Past PresidentMelvin Opper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Past PresidentMilton Kleinman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Past PresidentH. Louis Chodosh, MD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Past PresidentMonroe Potash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Past PresidentJack Birnberg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Past PresidentLawrence S. Boss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Past PresidentAvi Safer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Past President

BRAWER BUILDING ASSOCIATIONGOVERNING BODY OFFICERS

Helen Sanders, President

Diane Milrod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TreasurerFrank DaSilva* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chief Operating OfficerLoeb & Troper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AccountantsThelma Malkin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Secretary

Trustees:Helen G. Deich . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adeline Kramer*Howard Phillips

CORPORATE COMPLIANCE COMMITTEEJeffrey Silvershein, Chairman

Michael Birnberg, Vice Chairman

Benson Chapman. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cipora SchwartzEliot Chodosh, MD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Michael Sirota

DAUGHTERS OF MIRIAM AUXILIARY OFFICERS

Thelma Malkin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PresidentCarole Samuel* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice President ProgrammingHelen Sanders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice President ProgrammingSara Egerman* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TreasurerEdith Baskind* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recording SecretaryEdith Baskind* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Corresponding SecretaryHelen Seigel* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Financial SecretaryHelen Deich, Helen Sanders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Presidents Emeritus

S T A N D I N G C O M M I T T E E SETHICS COMMITTEE

H. Louis Chodosh, MD, ChairmanDavid Waldman, Vice Chairman

Howard Baum, MD Rabbi Joseph Herman*Larry Berman, MD Rabbi Solomon Rybak*Eliot Chodosh, MD Rabbi Benjamin Yudin*Stephen Cohen, MD

FINANCE COMMITTEEMichael Birnberg, Co-ChairmanRobert Gutenstein, Co-Chairman

Martin Kenwood Marc RosenkrantzGeorge Kramer Jeffrey SilversheinMichael Midler

FRED ABLES MEMORIALWORKSHOP COMMITTEE

Mickey Bregman, Chairman

Benson Chapman Eugene Rosensweet

HOUSE COMMITTEEPaul Abrams, Chairman

Martin Kenwood, Vice ChairmanAvi Safer, Vice Chairman

Jeffrey Abrams Adam SteigerArthur Kramer Samuel Wolff

INSURANCE COMMITTEEPatrick M. Mucci, Jr., Co-Chairman

Avi Safer, Co-Chairman

Norman Koch Marc RosenkrantzWayne Richman David Waldman

MEDICAL/DENTAL STAFF OFFICERS

Howard Baum, MD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .PresidentShlomo Charlap, MD* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Vice PresidentDavid Graber, MD* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .SecretaryHarold Jawetz, MD, FACP* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Medical Director

NOMINATING COMMITTEEH. Louis Chodosh MD, Co-Chairman

Avi Safer, Co-Chairman

Jack Birnberg Leonard KohlLawrence S. Boss Melvin OpperHelen Deich Monroe PotashArnold H. Goodman Joel J. Steiger

PERSONNEL COMMITTEEAvi Safer, Chairman

Martin Kenwood, Co-ChairmanGeorge Kramer, Co-Chairman

Howard Phillips Monroe Potash

RETIREMENT PLAN COMMITTEEHarry Mortkowitz, Co-ChairmanJeffrey Silvershein, Co-Chairman

Lawrence S. Boss Monroe Potash Avi SaferHoward Phillips Arthur Rebell


D E V E L O P M E N T C O M M I T T E E S

DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEEAvi Safer, Chairman

Howard Baum, MD, Vice-Chairman

H. Louis Chodosh, MD

Alan Gold, DDS*

Arnold Goodman

David Kessler

Leonard Kohl

Peter Kolben

George Kramer

Monroe Potash

Jonathan Reich

Cipora Schwartz

Sylvia Safer

Joel J. Steiger

Stephen Wener

DAUGHTERS OF MIRIAM FOUNDATION, INC.DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS

Joel J. Steiger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . President

Edward M. Schotz* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . First Vice President

Martin Rosen* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice President

Robert Gutenstein. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Treasurer

Stephen Wener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Secretary

Avi Safer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member

Frank DaSilva* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Registered Agent

SPECIAL EVENTS COMMITTEEJeanne Liss, Co-Chairman

Sylvia Safer, Co-Chairman

Jill Birnberg*

Catherine Brown*

Sheila Chestnov*

Monica Cohen

Ellen Fader*

Susan Gurtman*

Ronnie Greene*

Anne Kanter*

Sandra Kessler

Carole Kramer*

Maddi Kupperman*

Eta Levenson

George Liss

Harry Mortkowitz

Michael Mund*

Melvin Opper

Howard Phillips

* Non-Board Members

President and Chief Operating Officer are ex-officio members of all committees.

AD JOURNAL COMMITTEEAvi Safer, Chairman

Howard Baum, Vice Chairman

Thelma Malkin, ViceChairman

Jack Birnberg

H. Louis Chodosh, MD

Stuart Coven

Helen Deich

Benjamin Geller

Lawrence Goldman

Jon Gurkoff

Robert Gutenstein

Robert Kantor

Martin Kenwood

Norman Koch

Cipora Schwartz

Jeffrey Silvershein

Lawrence Sperber

Adam Steiger

Joel J. Steiger

Peter von Halle

Stephen Wener

Naomi Wilzig

Gail White

Samuel Wolff

Peter Kolben

George Liss

Jeanne Liss

Harry Mortkowitz

Melvin Opper

Howard Phillips

Monroe Potash

Jonathan Reich

Marc Rosenkrantz

Eugene Rosensweet

Helen Sanders

GOLF CLASSICMorton Klein, Co-Chairman

Alex Fleyssher, Co-Chairman

Joel J. Steiger, Co-Chairman

Paul H. Abrams

Michael Birnberg

Robert Chestnov*

Chuck Colacurcio*

Reid Fader*

Robert Foster*

Michael L. Goldman*

Arnold H. Goodman

Gary Kalter*

ENDOWMENT COMMITTEEAvi Safer, Co-Chairman

Howard Baum, MD

Lawrence Boss

Benson Chapman

Robert Gutenstein

George Kramer

Howard Phillips

Cipora Schwartz

Joel J. Steiger

David Waldman

Robert Kantor

David Kessler

Paul Kramer

George Liss

Harry Mortkowitz

Pat M. Mucci, Jr.

Melvin Opper

Leonard Rosen*

Richard Rosenblum*

Avi Safer

Joseph M. Silverman*

Michael Sirota

David L. Steiger*

Paul Waters*

Stephen Wener

Morris Yamner

Lois Midler*

Ellen Reinkraut*

Cipora Schwartz

Susan Sher*

Laurin Steiger*

Carole Steiger*

Miriam Stern

Bonnie Wener

Gail White

Gail Yamner*


Academy of Medicine of New JerseyAmerican Dental AssociationAssociates of Jewish Homes and Services

for the AgingBruriah High School, Elizabeth, NJCentral Bureau for the Jewish AgedClifton Public SchoolsEssex County College-Division of

Biological Sciences and Health Professions

Felician College-Department of NursingFrisch Yeshiva High School, Paramus,

NJ-Intergenerational ProgramJewish Association of Developmental

DisabilitiesJoint Commission on Accreditation of

Healthcare OrganizationsKean University/University of Medicine

and Dentistry of New Jersey-Joint Physical Therapy Program, Occupational Therapy Program

Ma’ayanot Yeshiva High School for Girls,Teaneck, NJ

Master Gardeners of Passaic CountyMercy College-Physical Therapy Program,

Occupational Therapy ProgramMontclair State University-Department of

Physical Education, Recreation andLeisure Studies, Music Therapy Training Program

New Jersey Adult Day Care AssociationNew Jersey Association of Non-Profit

Homes for the AgedNew Jersey Department of Health-Certified

Alzheimer’s ProgramNew Jersey Department of Community

Affairs, Division of Aging-CongregateHousing Service Program

New Jersey Department of Health

New Jersey Department of Health, Division of Local and Community Services Gerontology Program

New Jersey Department of Human Services, Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services-Titles XVII and XIXof the Social Security Act (Medicare andMedicaid)

New Jersey Department of HumanServices, Division of Youth and FamilyServices-Social Service Block Grant, Medical Day Care for the Elderly

New Jersey Department of Labor, Adult Training Center-Fred Ables Memorial Sheltered Workshop

New Jersey Department of Law and PublicSafety-Board of Dentistry

New Jersey Hospital AssociationNorth American Association for Jewish

Homes and Housing for the AgedPassaic County Human Services Advisory

Council Peer Group Funding ProgramPassaic County Probation Department,

Community Service ProgramRutgers University/University of Medicine

and Dentistry of New Jersey-JointPhysical Therapy Program

Rutgers University-College of Nursing

Rutgers University-Masters in Social Work Program

Shomrei Torah of Fair Lawn Minyan

Sinai School, Teaneck, NJTouro College-Physical Therapy ProgramUnion County College-Physical

Therapist Assistants ProgramUnion of Orthodox Jewish Congregations

of AmericaUniversity of Medicine and Dentistry of

New Jersey-School of Health RelatedProfessions, New Jersey Medical School

US Department of Labor, Employment Standards Division-Sheltered WorkshopCertificate

US Department of Housing and UrbanDevelopment Housing Projects andSection 8 Housing Assistance Programs

William Paterson University-School ofHealth Services

Woodcliff Lakes Public School System,Intergenerational Program

Yavneh Academy, Paramus, NJYeshiva Noam, Bergenfield, NJYeshiva University-Wurzweiler School of

Social Work

ACCREDITATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS, MEMBERSHIPS, LICENSES,AFFILIATIONS AND EDUCATIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

FOUNDATIONS AND CORPORATIONS

A.L. Levine Family Foundation, Inc.Aplerin/Hirsch Family FoundationBirnberg FoundationBluestein Family Foundation, Inc.Brawer Philanthropic FoundationCharles S. Goodman FoundationDoris & Stanley Berenzweig

Charitable Foundation, Inc.Falkenstein Foundation (The)Gabriel Roskinsky Family

FoundationGarfinkle Family Charitable TrustGruber Foundation (The)Haller Locker FoundationHarold & Adeline Kramer Family

Foundation (The)Henry & Elaine Kauffman

Foundation, Inc.Henry & Marilyn Taub FoundationHerbert Smilowitz Foundation (The)Hoffmann-La Roche FoundationIBM International FoundationIndependent Lodzer-

Young Men’s AssociationJewish Federation of Greater

Clifton-PassaicJewish Memorial Chapel, PassaicJewish War Veterans - Department

of NJ, Ladies Auxiliary

John L. & Grace Soldoveri Foundation, Inc.

Joseph & Yetta Weisberger Fund (The)

Katz Foundation (The)Knights of Pythias - Passaic

Lodge #155Lewis Family TrustMcCutchen Foundation (The)Mother Kluger Thanksgiving

Dinner FundPhilip W. Riskin Charitable

Foundation, Inc.Robert G. & Ellen S. Gutenstein

Family Foundation, Inc.Ronald Cordover Family FoundationSafer Family Philanthropic FundSaul Rosen Foundation (The)Scher Family FoundationSchwartz Family Foundation (The)Selma & Raymond Kramer

Foundation (The)Stella C. Van Houten

Charitable TrustUJA Federation of Northern

New JerseyWallerstein Foundation for

Geriatric ImprovementWeissman Family Foundation, Inc.

DAUGHTERS OF MIRIAM CENTER/THE GALLEN INSTITUTE

ANNUAL REPORTEditor:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Caren Speizer

Assistant Editor:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jennifer Bober

Designers: . . . . . . . . . . . . . Robert Eperjesi, Caren Speizer

Journal Subscription: . . . . . . . . . . . . .Chairman, Avi Safer

Vice Chairs, Howard Baum & Thelma Malkin

Photography: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Caren Speizer

©2006 Daughters of Miriam Center/The Gallen Instititue. All Rights Reserved. Reproductionin whole or in part without permission is prohibited.

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