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The next meeting of the L.E.A. Board and membership will be Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at the home of Joyce Koch, 3654 S. Narcissus Way, Denver 80237. We'll begin with our meet and greet at 9:30 and start our meeting at 10 am. Thank you to all the members who brought cans of low-sodium soup and vegetables for the JFS Food Pantry. At their request, we'll continue to collect these items at the March meeting. Please RSVP to Joyce, jkncisfan@gmail.com to let her know that you'll attend.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: IF YOUR DONATION TO HADASSAH IS PROCESSED THROUGH A YOUR CAUSE ACCOUNT, PLEASE CONTACT ANDI VOLIN IMMEDIATELY, andivolin@comcast.net
Our new Treasurer is Andi Volin. Please forward all mail-in donations to her at 8561 East Iowa Place, Denver, CO 80231. You can also safely donate online at www.hadassah.org/donate
KEEP YOUR EYES OPEN WIDE FOR THIS EVENT
SPECTAC-ULAR LUNCHEON, EYEWARE BOUTIQUE
AND SILENT AUCTION @ TEMPLE SINAI
It will be a SIGHT TO BEHOLD, there will be no OPTICAL ILLUSIONS, and you'll have a CLEAR VIEW into EYE health from Dr. Lynn Hellerstein in addition to learning about Hadassah's 2020 VISION for the future from Renee Sidman, President, Hadassah Desert Mountain Region
SEE THE WORLD THROUGH HADASSAH'S EYES!
Keep your EYE on the ball and LOOK OUT for your invitation!
Hadassah has embarked on the 360’ of Healing campaign to renovate and reimagine the iconic RoundBuilding, one of the first buildings at the Hadassah Hospital Ein Kerem campus in Jerusalem, built in 1963.
Money raised at this event will help to fund the relocation of the ophthalmology department at Hadassah hospital to the new and larger custom-built premises of the Round Building.
(We hope you enjoyed this preVIEW!)
NO ONE KNOWS ISRAEL LIKE HADASSAH KNOWS ISRAEL!
Check out all our Hadassah trips and tours at
www.hadassah.org/travel
NEW: Reduced land package rates now available for 2020 trips.
From the President's Desk...
As breast cancer is on my mind these days, I looked at Hadassah’s website to see what new advances they are making. As usual, I was not disappointed. Hadassah and HMO are amazing organizations and always at the forefront for medical care and research. Hadassah uses 3 proven strategies to fight breast cancer:
Education & awareness
Domestic advocacy
Support for groundbreaking research at the HMO
Some interesting facts:
- Among women in the U.S., breast cancer is the 2nd most deadly cancer, causing 40,000 deaths each year in America.
- Breast cancer is the #2 cause of cancer deaths in women after lung disease.
- 252,000 women will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer in the U.S. per year.
- Ashkenazi Jews are 10x more likely to have a BRCA Gene Mutation.
HMO Research:
Professor Tamar Peretz (Head of Hadassah’s Sharett Institute of Oncology focuses on:
- Role inherited traits play in developing breast cancer.
- The specific biology of each tumor to better tailor therapy.
- Diagnosing cancer through blood samples rather than invasive biopsies.
- Researchers have pioneered a way to prevent transmission of the BRCA mutation to the next generation, through in vitro fertilization and pre-implantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) which enables women who carry the mutation to have their embryos pre-screened.
Future Steps:
- Examining Tumor DNA before and after treatment will help researchers with effective treatment protocols and whether alternate treatment is needed.
- Studying DNA in aggressive breast tumors could lead to another prediction marker signaling the presence of cancer.
L.E.A. members can take part in helping the impressive Hadassah research of the present, which benefits not only us, but future generations of women going through breast cancer. However you choose to help is appreciated, whether with donations, active on the Board, making phone calls or advocacy. We can and will make a difference!
B’Shalom,
Barbara
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March 6-7 is Hadassah Shabbat
The Shabbat before Purim, holds particular importance as Purim marks the founding of Hadassah. The Hebrew name of Esther, the Purim megillat’s heroine, is Hadassah’s namesake. Shabbat Zachor and the story of Purim remind us how evil can be transformed into good, focusing on the victory over oppression and discrimination. Let's celebrate Hadassah's 108th anniversary! Hadassah members from the L.E.A. and Denver Chapters will be speaking at area synagogues bringing Hadassah's message of passion for Israel, advocacy, and health and medical research to the pews and social halls.
Meet our new Social Media/Facebook Chair:
Heidi Solomon, heidi.solomon@mac.com
Heidi Solomon is the mommy of preschooler Parker and one year old Sophie. She has lived in Golden with her husband, Deva, the kiddos, and her dog Frost for the past four years. Prior to moving to Colorado, Heidi and her husband were the directors of West Virginia University Hillel for nine years, where they loved planning and hosting programming for their students.
Heidi is a speech-language pathologist and serves as the in-house SLP for the Hebrew Educational Alliance’s preschool, along with servicing children in the community. She also works for a Telespeech company, providing teletherapy to children in rural areas remotely. In addition to her work as a speech therapist, Heidi recently completed a fellowship with MazelTogether, a Denver based organization that helps families to plan and connect with Jewish programming in the community. Heidi and her family love spending time in nature, exploring the beautiful state they live in.
Like our FaceBook page https://facebook.com/HadassahLEA
In the Community:
LEA Chapter women collaborate with Kavod of the Road and Oy to Joy to bring you news of events, activities and trips featured by all the community partners. Check out their March 2020 bulletin and register for events at https://www.kavodseniorlife.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/KOTR_O2J_March2020.pdf As we prepare for Purim, check out this event: WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11 Community Hamentashen Bake & Lunch with Safta 11:30 am | Temple Emanuel, 51 Grape Street, Denver Cost: $30 √ RSVP by 3/6: Gabriel, 720.382.7842, GSanders@ KavodSeniorLife.org or KavodSeniorLife.org/signup
Join the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC ) for a leadership celebration
JCRC, a program of JEWISHcolorado, advocates for policy issues that affect the Colorado Jewish community, representing these views to the Jewish community and to the general community of Colorado. JCRC consists of more than 39 member organizations and 15 at-large members and is affiliated with the Jewish Council for Public Affairs (JCPA). Our JCRC representative, Jan Fisher attends the monthly meetings and reports back to us on their work. Help support this community organization by attending their annual luncheon. Thursday, March 12, 11:00 am–1:00 pm at the Grand Hyatt Denver, 1750 Welton Street, Denver$50 couvert • business attire • dietary laws observed. For more information and to register, https://events.idonate.com/2020jcrcluncheontickets
Contact Jan with questions, jan@janfisher.net
News You Can Use
Stories of interest from inside Hadassah and around the world
Hadassah Treats California Soldier Wounded in Hit-and-Run Terror Attack
Saving Women’s Hearts: The Dangers of Delay and the Power of Education
Marcel’s Story: A Massive Heart Attack, Drastic Lifestyle Change, and Commitment to Warn Others
Ancient Seeds Germinate Into Date Trees, Thanks to Efforts of Hadassah Ethnobotanist
Blind Massage Therapist at Hadassah Cares for Cancer Patients
GOOD AND WELFARE
Mazel Tov to Glory and Dave Weisberg, who will be honored May 9 by the Cancer League of Colorado as ther 2020 Champions of Hope. Glory and Dave have been supporters and volunteers for the Cancer League for over 35 years! What a well-deserved honor!
Mazel Tov to Rabbi Bernard (Sue) Gerson on his receiving an honorary Doctor of Divinity degree from the Jewish Theologic Seminary. Rabbi Gerson was the spiritual leader of Rodef Shalom for 25 years. Kol HaKavod!
Condolences to Rebecca Vicksman on the passing of her mother Barbara Fox.
Get well wishes to Sarah Levy and Barbara Lipkin as they recuperate from surgery.
Thank you to Kathi Millner who continues, year after year, to coordinate and manage the sale of Mah Jongg cards for our Chapter. Her efforts help us realize a huge donation from the Mah Jongg organization. Thank you!
Thank you Jan Fisher for stepping up to attend the early morning, monthly meetings of the JCRC. Don't forget to sign up to attend the JCRC annual luncheon on March 12.
GROUPS GROUPS GROUPS
Let's Do Dinner will meet at the Great Northern on Sunday March 29th at 6 pm 8101 E. Belleview. This is a new venue for our group and there are many vegetarian and fish options. You can view the menu online. Please email Joyce with your reservation at jkncisfan@gmail.com or 720-287-1780.
The LEA Lunch Bunch will meet Friday. March 13, 2020 at Tealeaves, 18551 Mainstreet, Parker CO 80134 at 12 noon, Rsvp Galechapman@gmail.com or text 701.866.1290. If we get 6 or more people we can get the private room. Check out their unique menu https://www.englishtealeaves.com/cafe-menu-s/120.htm.
LEA Book Group will meet March 31, 10 am at Diane Samet's home to discuss Lost Girls of Paris by Pam Jenoff
LEA Study Group, facilitated by Rabbi Sandy Cohen meets twice in March 2 and March 30. Contact Cyrel Phillips, cyrelphillips@hotmail.com for the meeting homes.
Mom's Chavurah: We are having a "Learn to Play Mahjongg" evening on March 31st at 7pm. This is for anyone who wants to play Mahjongg whether it be beginners or those wanting to refresh their skills. It will be at a private home in 80111 close to High Plains Elementary. No cost but a $5 donation to Hadassah is suggested. Contact Leanne Sobel, leannesobel@gmail.com to RSVP and get the address.
Purim is March 9-10 It's Adar...Be Happy!
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