Jewish Recovery Houses hosts their 1st annual Shavout ice cream social
3408 Glen Avenue, Baltimore, Maryland 21215
November Shabbot Dinner
11/20/2009
The November Shabbot Dinner will be held on 11/20/2009 at the men’s recovery house- House of Hope. This month’s dinner is sponsored though the generosity of Beth El Congregation and Rabbi Steven Schwartz. For more information or to RSVP, call Sylvia Berger at 410-585-1223 or email at sberger@jewishrecoveryhouses.org.
Shabbot dinner-August 21, 2009
08/13/2009
Please join us for our next Shabbot dinner-August 21, 2009. This dinner will be sponsored by Beth Tfiloh Congregation. We thank Rabbi Mitchell Wohlberg and the congregation for their generosity and support. Please call Sylvia Berger at JRH-410-585-1223 to get more details about our monthly Shabbot dinners and for information on how to honor a special person or celebrate a special occasion with the sponsorship of a dinner.
Thank you, Allyson Luray and Will Dorman
07/09/2009
Will Dorman, Gilman School, Class of 2011, and Allyson Luray, Roland Park Country School, Class of 2011; have chosen JRH as their community service projects. They have been busily assisting in our administrative offices where their help is desperately needed. Will and Allyson have been updating our data bases, making phone calls, filing and cheerfully helping with whatever and wherever. We will certainly miss them when their 50 hour commitment is fulfilled.
Thanks Will and Allyson!
Annual Night of Comedy!
11/06/2010
Don't miss SARGE in a repeat performance. For tickets call 410-585-1223
Ben Gurion University of the Negev Honors JRH Founding Board Member Mrs. Toby Mower.
05/13/2010
Six outstanding individuals received honorary doctoral degrees from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev on the evening of May 10, 2010 as part of the 40th Annual Board of Governors Meeting. Among the recipients were JRH Founding Board member and philanthropist Toby Mower, a woman who has devoted her life to helping and supporting others and is an involved member of the Jewish community of Baltimore. Mower has contributed towards the fight against alcoholism and other substance abuse and the rehabilitation of those who have had the misfortune to fall into these addictions. She is a member of the Ben-Gurion Society and a member of the Board of Governors, who together with her husband established a scholarship fund for students and the Dr. Morton and Toby Mower Chair in Shock-Wave Studies. She is an experienced registered nurse who actively contributes towards fostering the next generation of nurses.
JRH Mourns the loss of founding board member Phil Klein
02/01/2010
It is with great sadness that we mourn the loss, on January 28, 2010 of our dear friend and major supporter, Philip E. Klein. As a founding board member and 2008 honoree, Phil made his support of and dedication to our work one of his major priorities. We will miss him terribly. He “walked the walk” each and every day and believed that a life well lived included saving others – some who we get to meet and some who we will never know….
To make a donation in Phil’s honor click here
Marek's Hair Salon Fundraiser
01/22/2010
Marek's Hair Salon will hold the 2nd annual fund raiser on Sunday January 31st from 8am to 2pm at 50 East Sudbrook Lane, Pikesville. All Manicures, Pedicures and Haircuts are $10 and all proceeds benefit the Jewish Recovery Houses. Click here for the event flyer.
In Memory of Wayne Ruder
12/28/2009
It is with great sadness that we announce the untimely death of our dear friend and supporter, Wayne Ruder. Wayne was killed Saturday evening while doing paperwork at his business, Ruder and Company Jewelry and Antiques. Baltimore City police spokesman Donny Moses said, “Ruder was an upstanding, outstanding citizen and businessman." We offer our most sincere sympathy to his family. Wayne's family has requested donations in his memory go to Jewish Recovery Houses. To donate, please call Sylvia Berger - 410-585-1223.
Thanks to Hadassah
07/14/2010
Once again, our angels at the ORA Group of Hadassah Greater Baltimore has made Hanukkah brighter for our JRH men and women. As they did last year, they have gifted our residents with personal care and grooming needs that are so desperated needed. Many times our men and women come to us with only the clothes on their backs and are grateful for any help they received from the Jewish Community. Thanks again, ladies. You are truly angels!
JRH THANKS OUR GENEROUS DONORS
12/18/2009
JRH wishes to thank all those who donated during 2009. Your donations make it possible for us to continue the work of saving lives and reuniting families. A special thanks to the following donors for their most generous year end donations:
The David and Barbara B. Hirshhorn Foundation
Andrew and Lisa Billig
Evan C and Joan G. Deoul
Alliance Bernstein
December Shabbot Dinner - December 18, 2009 6:00 PM
01/27/2010
The December Shabbot Dinner will be held on 12/18/2009 at the men’s recovery house- House of Hope. This month’s dinner is sponsored though the generosity of Oheb Shalom Congregation and Rabbi Fink. For more information or to RSVP, call Sylvia Berger at 410-585-1223 or email to sberger@jewishrecoveryhouses.org.
FUNMITZVAH PARTY
11/12/2009
13 is our lucky number!
More than 400 people turned out for the Jewish Recovery Houses' Nov. 7 "Funmitzvah" celebrating our 13th year.
Nationally-acclaimed comedian/entertainer extraordinaire Sarge brought down the house with side-splitting laughs while the band Spiral had the audience dancing in the aisles.
And no Funmitzvah would complete without food, glorious food!
Special thanks to all who helped to put the fun in this mitzvah and helping to support the Jewish Recovery Houses.
Jewish Recovery Houses To Hold April 19 Event Featuring Local Holocaust Survivors
04/19/2009
Survival stories abound, but none touch our hearts and inform our souls in the same way as those who have lived to tell about the Holocaust.
Nearly 65 years after the end of World War II, these courageous men and women continue to inspire the world with their stories of reclaiming their lives in the face of adversity.
On Sunday, April 19, the Jewish Recovery Houses in partnership with the Holocaust Education Program of the Embassy of the Czech Republic and the Nicholas Winton Project will sponsor “From Survival to Recovery: An Afternoon of Inspiration from Holocaust Heroes.”
The event will take place from 2 to 5 p.m. at Moses Montefiore Anshe Emunah Hebrew Congregation, 7000 Rockland Hills Drive, in Baltimore (www.synagoguecenter.org.)
Prominent Holocaust survivors Edwarda Sternberg-Powidzki and Bluma Shapiro, both of Baltimore, will speak. A presentation about the life and mission of humanitarian Sir Nicholas Winton, known as the “British Oscar Schindler,” will also be presented.
For more information and to purchase tickets call (410) 585-1223
Laughing After Addiction
07/14/2010
Click here to read about SARGE's appearance last year.
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JRH Mourns the passing of Rabbi Mark Loeb
10/16/2009
Jewish Recovery Houses joins with the community in mourning the loss of Rabbi Mark Loeb.
He touched a great many people in his life, at Beth El and beyond. We are grateful for the support he provided JRH in furthering our mission.
Wallace Kleid and Ina Sirkis sponsor our Shabbot dinner
07/09/2009
The Jewish Recovery Houses community is very grateful to Wally Kleid and Ina Sirkis for sponsoring our Shabbot dinner of June 19, 2009. We enjoyed a delicious kosher dinner catered by Simchas and Brachas as we welcomed the Sabbath. Thank you Wally and Ina.
Our Shabbot dinners are held at the House of Hope the 3rd Friday of each month and are attended by our staff, board members, donors, residents and interested members of the community. If you’d like more information on sponsoring a dinner to celebrate a special event or to honor a special person, please call Sylvia at 410-585-1223. If you would like to join us at our next Shabbot dinner, email Sylvia at sberger@jewishrecoveryhouses.org and your name will be added to our email invitation list.
Survivor Harbor 7
Join the staff, board, friends and residents of JRH for the sixth annual Survivor Harbor 7 – the only race in the country to honor and feature survivor athletes. JRH is honored to be the first addiction recovery program invited to participate as a team! Sponsor our team or sign up to race (walk or run) with us!
The race takes place in Baltimore’s beautiful Inner Harbor on Sunday June 14, 2009! Call Sylvia for details…..
For Race Details go to:
http://www.activesurvivor.org/programs/index.cfm?p=sh7
YARD SALE/TREASURE HUNT
10/25/2009
YARD SALE/TREASURE HUNT
Sunday, October 25, 2009, 7 AM-1 PM
Tova House, 3408 Glen Avenue – 21215
Furniture, Women's and Men's clothing, Household items, Small appliances, Books
JRH presents long term recovery statistics at National Meeting of the Society for Clinical Trials.
05/04/2009
On May 4, 2009, Brett Goldenberg, JRH Program Manager, Michael Rokos, JRH Program Director and Dr. Morton M. Mower, JRH founder traveled to Atlanta and presented “HIGH FIVE YEAR POST-DISCHARGE ABSTINENCE IN HOMOGENEOUS RESIDENTITAL FAITH-BASED SOBER LIVING PROGRAM”. The presentation was well received by the SCT attendees. To view the abstract and presentation click here.
Headline - Women’s Program Expands with “Introduction to Mindful Movement”
04/02/2009
Diane Finlayson’s owner of YAMA Studios (www.yamastudios.com), along with yoga instructor and friend of JRH, Jill Yesko will be enhancing our women’s program by offering to our female residents an “Introduction to Mindful Movement” class JRH is grateful to Jill and Diane for donating their space and time to help enhance our resident’s recovery.
JRH thanks Survivor Harbor 7 participants
06/22/2009
Jeff Forman and Marlene Resnick honored
03/16/2009
Jewish Recovery Houses congratulates Jeffrey Forman and Marlene Resnick on being honored by Moses Montefiore Anshe Emunah Synagogue at their Gala Banquet held on March 15, 2009. Jeffrey, a JRH board member, and Marlene, a longtime JRH supporter, were honored for their outstanding work and devotion to the synagogue. We join Moses Montefiore Anshe Emunah in recognizing the contributions these two individuals have made to the entire community. We salute you, Jeffrey and Marlene!
Thanks to our friends at Marek's Hair Salon
01/18/2009
Jewish Recovery Houses, Inc. wishes to thank our friends at Marek's Hair Salon, 50 East Sudbrook Lane, Pikesville, Maryland 21208 for their support of Tova House and House of Hope. The staff and operators generously donated their time and services on January 18, 2009, by providing their customers and our supporters with haircuts and manicures for $10. All proceeds from this event will go towards special activities for our men and women in early recovery.
Jewish Recovery Houses, Inc. depends on the generosity and compassion of individuals and business such as Marek’s Hair Salon for funding-we receive no government aid. We are a non-profit 501 (c) (3) and all contributions are completely tax exempt. We extend our special thanks to:
Marek Sontag
Patricia Brown
Larry Ott (aka Lo Lo)
Judy Horovitz
Thomas Krankowski
Mila Korchemny
Robbin Rudolph
and especially our dear friend, Jason Ott, for sponsoring and organizing this event.
First annual Hanukkah Party
12/25/2009
The first annual Hanukkah party hosted by Jewish Recovery Houses was a tremendous success. We didn’t know what the response would be-this year since the 5th nite of Hanukkah coincided with Christmas day. Our guests were treating to a wonderful celebration of Hanukkah and learned a bit about recovery from our two guest speakers, Harriet Mandel Olsen and Jeff Millman, who shared their experience, strength and hope with us. Local businesses, board members and volunteers contributed generously to provide our guests with a most pleasurable afternoon. Jason Ott and Lisa Dorman were the lucky raffle winners. Prizes included lunch for two at Ethel and Ramones (the gumbo there is authentic and to die for) and a gift certificate for Suburban House Restaurant-longtime supporters of JRH. We ate donuts, drank coffee and apple juice and listened as the Rockin’ Rabbi,-Avaham Rosen entertained us with guitar and sang with Jan Seiden, who accompanied him on the flute. Jan shared information with us about Native American flute. We thank them for donating their time and talents. We also want to thank the community for their support and generous donations, Ed and Jeff from Ethel and Ramones, Joe and Marc from Suburban House, Brenda Burgan and her staff at Moses Montefiore who graciously allowed us to use their beautiful new sanctuary, Giant Foods, Jeff Forman, the Millman and Dorman families, and countless other volunteers who helped make this event a success. We were able to raise money to put towards a new washing machine for the men’s house-House of Hope. JRH is supported entirely through donations from private citizens and foundations.
Pictures From The Craig Ferguson Event
11/08/2008
On November 8, 2008, Craig Ferguson, host of CBS's Late Late Show, provided over 500 guests to an hour of fun with a stand-up routine showcasing his dry Scottish humor. The event raised valuable funds for the houses. Thanks to everyone who attended, volunteered and sponsored the event. A special congratulations goes to Phil Klein and Neil Meltzer, who were honored for their efforts on behalf of Jewish Recovery Houses.
For photos of the evening, click here.
The Masonic Lodge chooses Jewish Recovery Houses
11/01/2008
The Masonic Lodge selects organizations and individuals to assist financially through their Worthy Charities program. This year, Jewish Recovery Houses is among those selected to receive this award. Martha Meehan will represent JRH at a banquet held in the Ballroom of the Scottish Rite Temple on November 11, 2008.
The purpose of this program and evening is twofold; first, to directly support the efforts of those in the community working for the betterment of all; and second, to recognize the joy in such efforts, sharing a moment of heartfelt gratitude among those laboring for similar ends.
The Board of Directors, the staff and, most importantly, the residents of Jewish Recovery Houses are most appreciative of this honor and award and are grateful for the support of the Masonic Lodge.
Shabbot Dinner the third Friday of each month, with a buffet-style catered Kosher meal. Our residents, families, staff, board members and community gather to welcome the Sabbath.
For information on how you can join us, call (410) 585-1223.
