Crown 2019 Annual Report

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2019 Annual Report

Sally J. Altman, Board President

Message from the
President, Board of
Directors of Crown Center

In Crown Center, the dining room tables are bare.
The library is locked. The benches in the lobby
have been removed and the halls are silent.

This is Crown Center as I never imagined it.
We offer programming every day throughout the
day. We greet our residents with warm hellos.
We offer opportunities to learn and volunteer.
We encourage residents to gather and socialize.

But today, and for the past few months, our
residents are socially-distanced. However,
they are not socially-isolated. They receive
meals delivered to their doors. Jigsaw puzzles
are left at the doors of known enthusiasts.
They get surprise baskets with snacks and
games. Staff members and volunteers check
in by telephone and with cards and letters.

This is the Crown Center I’ve always loved.
Our staff members and volunteers rise to every
challenge, responding with creativity and flexibility.
Their highest priority is the dignity and well-being
of our residents. We continue to encourage our
residents and staff to wear masks and to stay
physically distanced while much of St. Louis
County is opening up. We understand that older
adults are especially vulnerable to the novel virus,
so as others take risks, we will be more cautious.

No one knows what our world will look like
when we get to the other side of this pandemic.
However, I am confident that we will continue
to offer a diverse, stimulating, caring and
affordable home to older adults. I’m so lucky
to be a part of this community.

What is Humans of…?

It started with Humans of
New York, and now includes
Humans of St. Louis, Humans
of Judaism, and Humans of
USA. We have created Humans of Crown
Center to tell our story using real
people – sharing their experiences, the
friendships, interactions, and journeys
that brought them to Crown Center.

All of these people are a vital part of

our community. 224 per year
And this is only a
glimpse of Crown Unique clients
Center and all that (residents and community
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active and caring with social workers

community. While l63per month
it is impossible to
tell all that was

accomplished in Visits with social workers

2019, we’re proud l2per month
to introduce you
to a few of the Trips to essential
humans that are destinations by Crown
part of Crown Center’s bus/van

Center and share $ 8kl per year
a few of the details
of a year well lived.

Nikki Goldstein Direct assistance to residents
and community members
Executive Director provided by social workers

Sharon Stone Resident

3 days ago at 3:44 PM

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Having lived overseas for more than 10 years,
Sharon Stone found her 2015 move into
culturally diverse Crown Center a natural fit.
Others are definitely surprised to learn
that Sharon is fluent in 8 different languages
and works part time as a translator; so it’s
no surprise that she enjoys speaking with
Crown residents for whom English is a second
language. Sharon says that moving into
Crown Center brought her the comfort in her
life that she needed. Her priority was to live in
a community and not to be alone. While she
greatly appreciates Crown’s ideal location and
wide variety of programs, it is the company of
her neighbors and the caring support of social
work staff that she cherishes most.

2019 Friends
Campaign Donors

Anonymous ( 6 ) Edward & Marla Cohen
Aly Abrams Jeffrey & Michelle Cohen
Audrey Adreon Keith & Amy Cohen
Sally Altman & Richard Weiss Norman & Vicki Cohen
Dora Aronson Sandy & JoLinda Cohen
Genevieve Atkins Stephen & Nadine Cohen
Steve & Mimi Baden Ruth Cohn
Blair & Selma Balk Douglas Collinger
Ed Balk Carl & Jackie Conceller
Mitch & Lynda Baris Marcy & Rick Cornfeld
Lisa Barnes Melony Crayton
Harriet Baron Brandon & Stephanie Dahl
Morton & Norma Baron Ed & Linda Dahl
Jon & Leanie Becker Theresa Dattilo
Richard & Joyce Becker Steve & Bonnie Davis
Stephen Bell Vince & Dana DeBlasi
Gregg & Susan Berdy Robin Deese
Brett & Alison Berger Pamela Dern
Doron & Barbara Berger
Mary Berger 6per week
Ira & Carol Bergman
Ellen Bern & Barry Mizes Fitness, health and
Scott & Emily Bernstein wellness programs
Terry & Rick Bernstein
Zhanna Bershteyn 3oper month
Barbara Bianco
Carl & Joann Bianco Educational and
Stanley Biel & Leila Redlich cultural programs
Susan Block
Gordon & Terry Bloomberg 7oper year
Nanci & James Bobrow
Irving & Melody Boime Jewish life experiences -
Beatrice Borenstein* holiday, Yiddish and Torah
Rosalyn Borg study and special events
Les & Wendy Borowsky
Mark & Lelia Borowsky l24 per year
Susan Bosse
Sanford & Cynthia Boxerman Visual, culinary,
Marci Boyer theatre, dance and arts
Rita Bresler opportunities
Steve & Marlene Bricker
Philip & Sandra Brooks
Alice Brown
Harvey & Edie Brown
Regina & John Bugée
Janet Burnett
Greta Camel
Harvey & Fran Cantor
Zhong Chen
Phyllis Cherrick
David & Robin Chervitz
Ed & Laurie Chod
Harv & Barb Citerman
Dan & Emily Cohen

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Sally Needle Community Participant

Today at 1:33 PM

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When asked to share the first three words that
come to mind when describing her connection
with Crown Center, Sally says activity, food
and friends. It was an Oasis Better Balance
class that originally brought her to Crown;
and it’s the people in the class, an enjoyable
kosher meal and friendly people that keep her
coming back. She wants to be sure that people
know that the Crown Center programs are
open to all - even if you’re not a resident. Sally
knows and since she lives nearby, she takes
full advantage of the offerings; attending an
a capella concert or participating in a cooking
class featuring a local chef. Spending time with
friends is her favorite thing to do, and her circle
of friends has easily expanded thanks to the
Oasis/Crown connection.

Pamela Dern Volunteer

Yesterday at 8:18 PM

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As the doors open each morning at the
Circle@Crown Cafe, you’ll be greeted by
the smiling Pamela Dern, cafe volunteer
extraordinaire. If you’re a regular, she’ll know
your name. Pamela has made it her mission
to know as many people as possible. Pamela
describes volunteering at the café as “work”
she feels privileged to undertake, is passionate
about, and is excited to do every day.

Learning the life stories of café customers is
one of her favorite job perks. And when peo-
ple ask Pamela about her story, they may be
surprised to learn that this city girl was actually
raised on a horse farm. Regardless of the top-
ic, Pamela knows how to make everyone feel
special. She’s made the Circle@Crown Cafe a
place where you can not only count on a great
cup of coffee but find a caring community.

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The whole person –
mind, body & spirit

Jonathan & Jennifer Deutsch Sue Fischlowitz & David Roberts

Robert & Laura Deutsch Yelena Fish

Laurie Dien & Alan Yaillen Susan Fleminger

Saul & Marilyn Dien Ed & Susie Fliesher

Ron Douglas Jon & Megan Flom

Mark & Barbara Drazen Richard & Sheila Flom

Norman Druck Ted & Julie Flom

Liz DuBro Paul & Terry Flotken

Helen Edwards Robin Fox

Jack Eisen & Ann Mayer Eisen Sam & Marilyn Fox

Miriam Eisen Bruce Frank & Enid Weisberg Frank

Rick Eisen & Marci Mayer Eisen Leah & Joel Frankel

Charles & Gail Eisenkramer Lenny & Julie Frankel

Charles Elbert & Karen Berry Elbert Zev & Mindee Fredman

Sara Epstein Rabbi Dovid & Chaya Fromowitz

Jerry & Marcia Esrig Barry Freedman & Ava Ehrlich

Robert & Debi Feit Judy Gall

Dick & Jody Feldman Rick & Lisa Gans

Gloria Feldman Robert & Gail Garfield

Harvey & Marti Ferdman Alyson & Gregg Garland

Alan & Karyn Fine Betsy & Spencer Garland

Rita Fineberg Katie Garland & Paul Sorenson

Billy & Dorothy Firestone Bettie Gershman

Kevin & Amy Fischer Jeff & Prue Gershman

25o+ Ron & Julie Gibbs
Lisa Glaser
Susan Glassman & Pete Strauss
Stephen & Linda Glickman
Lisa Goffstein

Sanford & Phyllis Goffstein

per year Darryl & Sheila Gold
Jeff & Jorie Gold
Unique diners (resident Evelyn Goldberg*
& community seniors) Oscar Goldberg

5,o58 Paul & Susan Goldberg
Phyllis Goldberg
Milton & Lanie Goldenberg
Ed & Carolyn Goldenhersh
Tami Goldenhersh

Todd & Lauren Goldenhersh

per year Natalie Goldman
Rick & Sherri Goldman
Meals on Wheels meals Batya Abramson Goldstein

d elivered by volunteers Donors (continued on next page)

2 oool, peryear
Meals served at Crown Center

Bernice Johnson Resident

2 days ago at 8:18 PM

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Moving to Crown Center was the obvious
choice for Bernice Johnson. Upon retirement
from a career in nursing, Bernice became
friends with other retirees who were living at
Crown Center. When it became too difficult
to maintain her house in U. City, she toured
Crown and decided to make it her new home.
Not one to sit around, Bernice jumped right in
to a meaningful volunteer role at the bustling
welcome desk. She appreciated the diversity
and friendliness of people she encountered as
she got to know her neighbors and others from
the surrounding community. Her feeling is that
Crown is well managed - residents are kept
informed, and able to feel safe. She’s so glad
she made this her new home.

Donors (continued from previous page)

Ben Goldstein Michael & Pat Harris

Benjamin & Linda Goldstein Howard Hearsh

Nikki & Paul Goldstein Carol Henges

Stephen Goodman* Rabbi Elizabeth Hersh

Mark Goran Harry & Gale Hilburg

Gloria Gordon Rhoda Hochman

Rabbi Seth & Marian Gordon Phyllis Hyken

Rabbi Howard & Felicia Graber Karen Hyman

Gil & Judy Grand Joel & Joanne Iskiwitch

Betsy Grant Michael & Michelle Isserman

Marsha Grazman Daryl & Ann Jacobs

Randy & Nancy Green Kim Jacobs

Roger Green Randee Jacobs

Building Wendy & Neil Jaffe
John & JoAnn Jasin
Dan & Tracy Jasper

community

Laura & Ted Greenberg Sharon Jick & Elia Ellis
Sandra Greenberg Genies Jordan – V ashon Class of 1969
Lisa Greening & Sam Blumoff Michael Kahn & Margi Lenga Kahn
Harvey & Esther Greenstein Bob & Joni Kaiser
Rhoda Grimsky Jim & Amy Kalishman
Donna & Randy Gross John & Diane Kalishman
Hanford & Kitty Gross Nancy Kalishman
George & Darla Grossberg Norty & Summers Kalishman
Bethe & Gary Growe Raizell Kalishman
Glafira Gurevich Steve & Phyllis Kamenetzky
Carol Gusdorf Fruma Kane
Lynn Friedman Hamilton Petie & Bob Karsh
Yoram & Missy Hanin Shelli Kastin
Andy Harber & Tom Brounk Fanny Katz
Sheldon & Anne Harber Marian Katz
Maxine Harris Richard Katz & Stacey Smith
Ken & Sally Katzif
Housing Susan Katzman
Marcia King
Rent Revenue: Joyce Kleban
Ken & Jackie Kleban
$1.65 million Raisa Klebanova
Myron & Billie Klevens
45% Paid by tenants Janet Klutho
55% Subsidized James Kolker
Joyce & Larry Kolker
Harriet & Jeff Kopolow
Simon & Marsha Koski
Phillip & Arleen Korenblat
Rema Korshunova
John Kozyak & Barbara Silverman
Roy Kramer
Ken & Nancy Kranzberg
Greg & Barbara Kraus
Jerry & Linda Kraus
David & Nada Fremder Krauss
Alan & Karen Kretchmar

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Mark Rubin Board Member

4 days ago at 12:21 PM

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Mark Rubin has, as they say, “a full plate”. With
two school age children, volunteer commitments
and a demanding career as a Vice President at
KDG, a real estate development firm, it’s hard
to believe he ever gets a chance to sleep. Yet,
he actively serves on Crown Center’s Board of
Directors and has done so for the past 6 years.
In fact, he describes his Board experience as
invigorating, collaborative and fun. Mark is
spearheading Crown’s upcoming major con-
struction project, so Crown Center gets a lot
of his attention. Why has he made this tremen-
dous investment in Crown Center? He says it’s
because Crown is “the real deal”– a well-run
agency in business to benefit residents and
community seniors. Being on the board gives
him a sense of accomplishment and he likes
working with such a devoted team of staff and
volunteers. Mark recognizes Crown is worthy
of his time, energy and resources, and he’s the
“real deal” when it comes to giving of himself.

Donors (continued from previous page)

Funding for Bill & Lois Leith
Programs and Kenneth & Cyndi Levin
Services Alvah Levine
Sarah Levinson
Amy & Rich Levy
Marty & Mimi Levy
Mont & Karen Levy
Sue Li

A time
to build

Larry & Liz Linkon

23% Individual Donations Susan Lippman & Bill Rosenfeld
Marty & Jackie Lipsitz

20% Contracts Michael & Leslie Litwack
Bill & Jerri Livingston

20% Charitable Foundations Janet Loiterstein
and Corporate Grants Wanda & Bill Long
Joseph & Carolyn Losos
19% Program and Dining Charles & Rosalyn Lowenhaupt
Room Revenue
Michael Lyss & Carol Kaplan Lyss

18% Government Grants Sidney & Kathryn Machefsky
Stuart & Sylvia Manewith

Judy Mange

Seymour & Jan Krout Bonnie Mann
Gail Kushner Marylen Mann & Frank Jacobs
Stephanie Lalezari Joe & Elissa Marchbein
David Landau & Mary Beth Pereira Shelley Marglous
David Lang & Suzanne Epstein-Lang Ron & Paula Meyer
David Langsam Renee & Bruce Michelson
Larry & Hannah Langsam Amy Miller
Ruby Lapin Jessica & Andy Millner
Jennifer Latz & Jon Polon Yale & Gail Miller
Jeff & Julie Lazaroff Marianne Montgomery
Judy Lazarus David & Lisa Moons
Judy Lazerwitz Donna Moog & L eonard Landsbaum
Zach & Julie Leeds Sandy Moreno
Debbie & Mike Lefton Shirley Mosinger
Alan Nemes & Fawn Chapel
25o Amy & Craig Neuman
Sanford Neuman
Sylvia Nissenboim
Michael & Olga Nogin

volunteers Vladimir & Natalya Nogin
Nancy & Aaron Novack

6,o5o Neil Novack* & Cynthia Stein
Steve Novik & Cathy Barancik
Marty & Merle Oberman
Isaac Ohrenstein
Gert O’Neill

hours Kate O’Neill
Patrice O’Neill
served by volunteers Henry & Ilene Ordower

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Donors (continued from previous page)

Diane Ottolini Irene Schankman
Gary & Susan Oviatt Karen Schechter
Diana Padratzik Randi & David Schenberg
Charna & Mikhail Palatnik Geraldine Schiller
Sojung Park Oscar & Yelena Schlafman
Cindy Payant & James White Jerry & Sue Schlichter
Joe & Brenda Pereles Harvey & Leanne Schneider
Raisa Pernik Herb & Eileen Schneiderman
Art & Carolyn Perry Scott & Gloria Schonbrun
Aryna Petrashenko Jill & Mark Schupp
Rachel Pevnick David & Barbara Schuver
William & Sylvia Poe Erin & Steve Schuver
David & Anna Poger Barbara Schwartz
Steve Puro
Mel & Aileen Rabuska Building
Heschel & Adinah Raskas a place to
JoAnn Raskas live and a
Ruth Raskas & Nigel Ohrenstein place to
Miriam Raskin belong
Gary & Marilyn Ratkin
Jacob & Leslie Reby Matthew & Michelle Schwerin
Matt & Linda Renner Judi Scissors
Marty & Ruth Rochester Robert & Martha Senior
Essie & Andy Rochman Joni Silverstein Sexton
Carol & David Roe Irwin & Carol Shayne
Amy Rome Barrie & Karen Sher
Jim & Sherri Rosen Barbara Shrauner
Barry Rosenberg & Barbara Levin Sarah Siegel & Paul Stein
Jeff & Sharon Rosenblum Carol Sigoloff
Steve & Karla Rosenblum David & Sharon Silverman
Steven & Andrea Rosenblum Melissa & Zach Silvers
Robert Rosenthal Sally Silvers
Betsy Rubenstein Alan Simon
Ken & Jane Rubin Joanne Singer
Mark & Amy Rubin Shana & Gary Singer
Judy Russo Ruth & Alvin Siteman
Jerry & Lili Sachar Raymond Slavin
Nancy Sachs Paula Smith
Beverlee Sagel Bill Solomon*
Darryl & Lauren Sagel
Ron Sakai & Lauree Peterson-Sakai
Ron Saks
John & Betsy Samet
Bruce & Caryn Sandweiss
Denise Sanford
Carolyn & Larry Satz
Florence & Joe Schachter
Dan & Lillian Scharff

In 2020, construction
begins to replace the
existing Tallin Building
with a new apartment
building and community
living center in which
to offer life enriching
programs and services.

Bonnie Solomon Special Funds
Ann & Alan Spector
Laurie Sperling & Larry White Chused Cultural Arts Fund
Jonathan & Chani Spetner Gloria Cohen Volunteer Fund
Helene & Alan Spetner Saul & Marilyn Dien Program Fund
Andy & Michelle Spielberg Birdie Fischer Fund
Andy & Mary Ann Srenco Nikki Goldstein Resident Needs Fund
Michael & Carol Staenberg Lopata Fitness Fund
Richard Stein / Berger Memorial Novack Family Music Fund
Robert & Rosalie Stein Jean Sloofman Payuk Fund
David & Jamie Steinbach Myla Rosenblum Learning Fund
Ken & Marilyn Steinback Steven Rosenblum Fund
Rabbi Lane & Linda Steinger Lillian Samet Social Work Fund
Brian Stevens The Silk Foundation Technology Fund
Rabbi Jeffrey & Arlene Stiffman Benjamin & Ida Tallin Fund
Roberta Stolz Martin & Ethel Wishnuff
Goldie Susman
John Swinford Birthday Fund
Bob & Barbara Tallin
Richard Tallin Foundations,
Sandra Taryle Corporate Gifts,
Marc & Elaine Tenzer & Grants
Roy Thompson
Hal & Debbie Tzinberg Aging Ahead
Shirley Tzinberg Ameren Missouri
David & Crystal Vargas Anonymous
Tim & Stacey Vohsen Boeing Employees
Cara & Michael Vonner
Harvey Wallace & Madeleine Elkins Charitable Foundation
Cindy & John Wallach Buckingham Strategic Wealth
Hank Webber & Chris Jacobs Gladys K. Crown Foundation
Janet Weinberg Cruse Charitable Trust
Allen & Barbara Weinman Max & Drew Erlich Charitable Trust
Steve Weinreich Express Scripts
Ken & Sharon Weintraub Ruth Greenberg Memorial Trust
Sherri & Dan Weintrop JCA Charitable Foundation
Alan & Marcia Weiss Jewish Federation of St. Louis
Elizabeth Weiss Johnson & Johnson Company
Jane & John Weiss Kahn Foundation of Temple Israel
Miriam Wilhelm & Eric Friedman Edward and Thea Lawton
Steve Wilhelm
Mark Winer & David Newman Foundation
Melanie & Dan Winograd Lopata Charitable Foundation
Alan & Susan Witte Lubin-Green Foundation
Gary & Sherry Wolff Marillac Mission Fund
Greg & Julie Yawitz Royal Banks of Missouri
Jerry & Judy Zafft Staenberg Family Foundation
Aleene Zawada The Pinkerton Foundation
Keith & Karen Zeff The Trio Foundation of St. Louis
Kathryn Zigler Walgreens
Hillary Zimmerman & Waxman Associates
Womens Auxiliary Foundation
Christopher Hebeler
Megan & Jake Zimmerman for Jewish Aged
Stuart & Susie Zimmerman
Muriel & Randy Zimring * Of Blessed Memory
Mark & Karen Zorensky
Rabbi Zvi Zuravin
Vivian Zwick

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CROWN CENTER Celebrate
BOARD OF DIRECTORS ReHmoenmobr er
Sally Altman
President
Nikki Goldstein
Executive Director

Amy Bender-Levy AckTnhoawnlkedge
Scott Bernstein
Keith Cohen Your funds support our
Leah Frankel efforts to help older
Todd Goldenhersh adults stay active and
Sheldon Harber live independently.
James Kolker Here are several
Alvah Levine ways to do this:
Sylvia Nissenboim
Nancy Novack ONLINE
Estelle Rochman
Mark Rubin www.crowncenterstl.org
Darryl Sagel
Jill Schupp
Erin Schuver
Barbara Schwartz
Michelle Schwerin
Ann Spector
David Steinbach
Cindy Lander Wallach

COUNCIL OF PHONE
LIFE MEMBERS
Les Borowsky 314-991-2055
Jeffrey Cohen
Ted Flom EMAIL
Betsy Garland
Randall Green
Petie Karsh
Joe Marchbein
Jeffrey Rosenblum
Steven Rosenblum
Richard Tallin
Miriam Wilhelm

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