Nestled among the green spaces and wetlands of West Bloomfield, Meer Independent Living Apartments are a haven for those older adults who have spent full lives in pursuit of knowledge and Tikkun Olam, repairing the world. At Jewish Senior Life, the often-busy days pass in punctuated rhythms of activity. Meer is a place where residents are empowered to share their expertise and experiences with others.
Shirley Benyas, 97, performed and acted at local theaters, including the Fisher, Michigan Opera Theatre, and the Attic to name a few. She has retained her SAG membership. Shirley sang opera with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra and taught music in the Detroit Public Schools for 31 years. She has been able to continue her love for theatre and Yiddish by teaching a Yiddish class and directing the Reader’s Theatre, composed of residents who act out scenes from an assortment of plays by famous playwrights like Neil Simon.
Read More
