Friends of Jewish Senior Life

FRIENDS of Jewish Senior Life is the volunteer arm of JSL. For over 100 years, our volunteers have been the special ingredient that connects residents to the community and helps make JSL a vital, lively place to live.

There are so many ways to become a part of the JSL community. Volunteer opportunities include bingo, bridge, mah jongg, arts and crafts, current events, creative writing, fitness, and so much more. Our boutiques, bistro, and café are all volunteer-run, and proceeds support programming for residents.

Whatever your passion, we invite you to share it with JSL residents.

Residents, family members, staff, and the community gather to enjoy food and friendship in our kosher fleishig (non-dairy) restaurants. They are volunteer-run, and proceeds benefit resident programs and services.

Marvin’s Bistro
Located at Fleischman Residence/Blumberg Plaza
Open Monday–Friday, 9:30 – 11AM and 11:30 AM–1:30 PM

Krolik Café
Located at Meer Apartments
Open Monday–Friday, 11:30 AM–1:30 PM

FRIENDS plans many exciting events throughout the year, including:

Fashion Shows
Each spring and fall, resident models walk the runways to show off our boutique apparel.

JSL’s Lives Well Lived
Join us for our annual fundraiser and FRIENDraiser!

Bessie Spector Oldest Jewish Americans Celebration
Annual brunch honoring community members ages 95 and up.

Volunteer Appreciation
Each year, we honor all our wonderful volunteers with a festive brunch.

Come join the fun!

For more information, call Beth Robinson, Director of FRIENDS of Jewish Senior Life, at 248.592.5062 or
email brobinson@jslmi.org