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Strauss ManorImportant NumbersMonthly NewsletterSeptember 2018Office Hours:Monday – Friday9:00 AM – 5:00PM ManagerTheresa Beaty(520) 722 - 9015 Assistant ManagerAlex Chamberlain(520) 722 - 9687 Service CoordinatorLuz E. Gallego(520) 722 - 9963 TDD Hearing Impaired1-800-367-8939 AFTER HOURSEmergencyJose Servin(520) 272-3172 HousekeepingSalvador Tavarez If Life Threatening orEmergency Call 911 Strauss ManorWebsitestraussmanor.org Pima Council on AgingInformation and Help(520) 790 - 7262 Wellness DirectorTroy Pearson Board LiaisonsNicky & Vicky Strauss Manor370 N Pantano Rd.Tucson, Az. 85710September 2006 - September 2018Our newsletter is printed courtesy of Tucson Electric PowerProfessionally Managed by Biltmore Properties, Inc.Published for the Residents of B’nai B’rith Gerd & Inge Strauss Manor on PantanoBiltmore Properties, Inc.(BPI) does not discriminate on the basis of disability status in theadmission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its federally assisted programsand activities. BPI's Section 504 Coordinator, Kathy McElvain (602.997.0013 ext 104 or1.888.843.3372 for TTY users) located at 2330 W Mission Lane, suite 10 Phoenix, AZ85021 has been designated to coordinate Limited English Proficiency and compliancewith the nondiscrimination requirements contained in the Department of Housing andUrban Development's Section 504 (24CFR, part 8 dated June 2, 1988).

In dedication to Gerd & Inge StraussTwelve years ago, September 2006, B’nai B’rith Gerd & IngeStrauss Manor opened their doors to the public. — A not-for-profitHUD federal program that expressly addresses the need foraffordable elderly housing for low-income seniors. Founded byGerd & Inge Strauss on the promise of compassion and devotionfor every person they encountered. Since then, we have beenblessed to meet and care for many seniors and their families whohave become part of our community. We cherish every personand family member we’ve had the pleasure of serving.Over the past 12 years, our community has continued to growwith the help of many outside volunteers, and community basedcontacts. We’ve added new programs, events and classes to bettermeet the changing needs of our senior residents. Strauss Manor –a name that reflects our commitment to live our promise everyday for the next years and beyond.

Meeting the need/A great idea is bornIntroducing the concept/Planning beginsBreaking new ground/Original construction beginsWelcoming new residents/Comforts of home

1st Strauss Manor StaffManager Service Coordinator Maintenance

Carol Trombino& Petina We-namoved intoStrauss Manor onSeptember 29, 2006.They are the only twothat havebeen here since ouropening month!

Service Coordinator's PageHappy Labor Day!Labor Day is celebrated nationally on the first Monday of September to honor theachievements American workers have contributed to our country, which include many of ourStrauss Manor residents. This month we will be celebrating holidays, resident birthdays andStrauss Manors' 12th year anniversary on Friday, September 21st @11:30 am with apot luck. You may bring a dish to share with everyone.I would like to send warm wishes for the beginning of the Fall season.The beginning of Fall brings a lot of changes. The leaves change colors, the temperature drops,the days get shorter and the holiday season draws closer. Between weekly football games,decorating for harvest and getting back to in the swing of preparing for our upcomingholiday events, I would like to remind you that my door is always open and you are welcome todrop by if you have any questions regarding any type of service, volunteering etc.Make sure you take a look at your newsletter and calendar, make an effort to attend and show yourappreciation for the time that is being put into preparing these events for you.We have an amazing month full of programs and events.Invite your neighbor down for coffee or for any event scheduled.Sometimes one might need someone to accompany them to events becausethey might not want to come alone.Our newsletter this month is a few pages longer.Our September newsletter is dedicated to the Strauss Family in memory ofMr. & Mrs Strauss for the 12th year anniversary of B'nai B'rith Gerd & Inge Strauss Manor.It's been a great honor working here with all of you and I will continue to do my best in serving you.May you have an awesome month!Luz E. GallegoService CoordinatorGerd StraussFebruary 23 1918-December 30th, 2008rd,Mr. Strauss's last visit to Strauss Manor was on November 21st, 2008Mr. Strauss strived to bring happiness to others. He was generous,loving, outreaching, strong willed, persistent, determined to get hismission accomplished to provide low income housing for seniors.He will be remembered for the difference he made in so many livesand the deeds he accomplished.An active member of the Holocaust survivors group in Tucson, hetaught thousands of students about the Holocaust.Son of Moritz and Emma Strauss, Nee Schaumberg, both victims of theHolocaust. Married his child hood sweetheart, Inge (Liebman)who passed away in 2003.Mr. Gerd Strauss (of blessed memory)passed away December 30th, 2008

This months Volunteers are:Art Knickerbocker & Nancy RuppArt has been a Strauss Manorvolunteer for the last 10 years.He has been assistingme with the monthly newsletters andour computer lab. He alsohelps our residents withtechnical support.Nancy is a fairly new residentvolunteer. She has started anarts & craft class. She has been teachingan origami class and has hadgreat participation.Nancy also helps with distributingthe monthly newsletters and flyers.I am so grateful to my residentvolunteers for their help anddedication. You make it so mucheasier to run these programs.Manager's Corner:Please DO NOT put up any flyers on any apartment doors or bulletin boards.If you have something you want to advertise on the bulletin boards, it has to beapproved and initialed by management. Please coordinate all events through Luz.Reminder-Please DO NOT let people in the lobby or any other doors unless theyare your guest(s). We ask all guests to enter and exit using the lobby doors. Pleasebe with your guest(s) in the common areas. Residents are RESPONSIBLE forletting their own caregivers, family, friends, etc. in the building. There are specificinstructions on the call box by the lobby door. If you do not have a land line, youwill need to come to the lobby to let your guest(s) in. Residents are not permittedto give outside door keys to anyone. Please check exterior doors behind you,make sure the exterior doors are closed/locked when you leave the building. Pleasedo not prop the doors open and leave the area. This is for your own safety. Leavinga door propped open allows unauthorized people access to our building.Thank You,Theresa & Alex

September 19, 2018September 19, 2018September 19, 2014 as National Service Coordinator Day to recognize the value of serviceCoordinators in subsidized and other affordable housing communities for their work topromote and support economic self sufficiency and independence for low-income families,older Americans, and persons with disabilities. Older Americans who are assisted by servicecoordinators experience benefits in their health outcomes and have the ability to age in place asthey become more frail, thereby delaying or preventing the transfer to a more expensivenursing home setting.Affordable housing developers have benefited by having a service coordinator on staff. Ascoordinators can intervene rapidly to address resident crisis and issues that otherwise mightlead to evictions, can reduce damages to the property, and can provide a sense of communityand safe and stable housing.Residents in subsidized and affordable housing communities having a service coordinatorreport higher satisfaction with their living environment and a heightened desire to beproductive members of their communities.I truly love my job and am so glad I can assist my residents with their needs.I am grateful to all my residents volunteers without whom I could not do as much.Your constant words of gratitude are all I need to keep me going even on the busiest of days.Luz E. Gallego- Service Coordinator

September 11, 2001 is a day that many will never forget.After the terrorist attacks on our World Trade Center and the Pentagon,many Americans' lives were changed forever. Let’s remember that day,fill our hearts with strength and pay tribute to those who lost their lives on 9/11.“If we learn nothing else from this tragedy,we learn that life is short and there is no time for hate.”– Sandy Dahl, wife of pilot of Flight 93 Jason Dahl“September 11 is one of our worst days but it brought out the best in us.It unified us as a country and showed our charitable instincts and remindedus of what we stood for and stand for.” – Senator Lamar ***********************************There are many forms of transportation available to residents: SUN VAN—call 791-5409 for an application to see if you qualify. INSURANCE—callthe member services number on the back of yourinsurance card to see if you qualify for free rides to medicalappointments. INTERFAITHCOMMUNITY SERVICES—call 297-6049 to see ifyou qualify for free rides for shopping, medical appointments, etc. ARIZONACOMMUNITY TRANSIT—They provide round-triptransportation to church, shopping, medical appointments and any localdestination. Call 834-0546 for more information. GOGO GRANDPARENT—uses Lyft and Uber without the need for asmartphone with affordable rates. Call 1-855-464-6872 for details. SUNTRAN (city bus)—call the Special Services Office at 791-4100for more details on the special senior economy fares. TAXIS—thereare several cab companies you can call and checkrates: Discount Cab—388-9000; Yellow Cab—624-6611; John’sTaxicab—409-3215; VIP Taxi—300-3000; Orange Cab—884-7900. PIMACOUNCIL ON AGING—is a good overall referral source for allkinds of services in Tucson, including transportation. Call 790-7262 formore *Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year,is celebrated the first and second days of Tishri.It is a time of family gatherings, special meals and sweet tasting foods.