Lisa Wolnie
Assistant Administrator

lwolnie@jslmi.org

I have had the pleasure of working at JSL since 2010. I am excited each day to come to work and learn from our staff and residents. Before becoming the Assistant Administrator, I previously worked in the financial department where I had the opportunity to work with and got to know a lot of our JSL residents. When not working, I enjoy being outside, whether it be camping up north, walking my dog Maizy, bike riding or reading a good book.

Christopher Thornton
West Bloomfield Campus Maintenance Supervisor

cthornton@jslmi.org

I have worked inside our JSL facilities for over 20 years. I started in 1999 working inside the kitchen on the Oak Park campus for Prentis and Teitel buildings. I moved on to the maintenance department in 2003 where I served as Maintenance Technician for the Teitel apartments. I worked there for 10 years where I gained thorough knowledge and experience working in the maintenance field. In 2013, I accepted the position of Maintenance Supervisor at Hechtman Apartments. I have now worked for the Hechtman Apartments for the last 5 years and it’s been my privilege to work with the wonderful team that we have here. We are all dedicated to providing great service to our residents.

Sandy Smith LMSW, ACSW
Resident Service Coordinator

ssmith@jslmi.org

After 25 plus years of working at Jewish Senior Life Hechtman Apartments, I still love and look forward to being here every day. I was hired as the Resident Service Coordinator for Hechtman I, our HUD building, when Hechtman 2 was being built. I had just graduated from Wayne State University with my Masters in Social Work. I now have a Michigan License and an ACSW. I have been fortunate to witness and participate in the growth of our wonderful agency. It has been a privilege to be able to provide services and support to our residents and their families so our residents can have the best quality of life as they age in place.

Sarah Pappas LLMSW
Resident Service Coordinator

saugustyniak@jslmi.org

I’m a graduate of the University of Michigan School of Social Work and have been with JSL since 2021. All of the residents and staff are so kind and I feel very fortunate to be working with such a great team. In my spare time, I really enjoy getting outdoors and hiking, biking, and rollerblading.

Tova Schreiber
Life Enrichment Coordinator

tschreiber@jslmi.org

I have been with JSL since 2021. As Hechtman’s Life Enrichment Coordinator, my role includes all aspects of managing activities and recreation for Hechtman residents. The best thing about working here is getting an opportunity to interact with the residents, who are often filled with wisdom and humor.  Before joining JSL, I held various positions in the Jewish educational and nonprofit worlds. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, museums, live music, and spending time with my family.

Jackie Rosender
Independent Senior Living Consultant

jrosender@jslmi.org

I have enjoyed working at JSL as an Independent Senior Living Consultant for a few years. I have always had a special bond with older adults, and have always liked to help others. Being able to help older adults is a win win for me. Whether I am helping a future resident or current resident, they are both equally important to me. In my spare time, I enjoy cooking, watching movies, going on walks, and hanging out with my husband, our twin daughters, and our new puppy.

Javel Folkes
Dining Services Manager

jfolkes@jslmi.org

I’ve been with JSL since 2015. I started out as a server in Hechtman and within a year, I was promoted to lead server. Through diligence and hard work, I was promoted to the Assistant Dining Room Manager of Hechtman and shortly after, I was promoted to my current role as Hechtman Dining Services Manager. Throughout my years with JSL, I’ve built lasting relationships with our older adults. The daily interactions we share are often the highlight of my day, and I find great honor and joy in being able to play a role in their lives. I’m also a full time student majoring in political science at the University of Michigan (Dearborn).

Monica Reaume
Executive Chef

mreaume@jslmi.org