JANUARY 27 • 2022 | 55 N early two full years into the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of Detroit-area Jewish families requiring food assistance is still near the highest it’s ever been — and, for the second year in a row, there’s a way you can help. Now through Jan. 31, Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit’s Women’s Philanthropy Tikkun Olam Volunteers (TOV) are holding their “Winter Soup Drive” to benefit Yad Ezra. The volunteers are aiming to collect 1,000 pounds of kosher soup — in cans, packages and/ or boxes for the increasing number of families facing food insecurity. The goal is to sur- pass last year’s collection of 600 pounds of soup. Donations can be brought to the Jewish Federation building on Telegraph in Bloomfield Hills. There’s a drop-off box in the lobby that people can visit any time during normal busi- ness hours. Individuals can also donate funds directly to the soup drive at jewishdetroit.org/event/soup- drive2022 if they’re out of town or want someone to buy on their behalf. Yad Ezra accepts kosher soups with an OU or OK hechsher label. Suggested brand names include (but aren’t limit- ed to): Amy’s, Croyden House, Goodman’s, Imagine, Liptons, Manischewitz, Osem, Pacific, some Kroger brand soups, some Trader Joe’s brand soups and Tabatchnick. Kosher beet borscht would also be especially appreciated by the Russian families who make up 65% of Yad Ezra recipients. Pam Bloom, Women’s Philanthropy vice president, came up with the idea for the soup drive last year. “Our community rallied around this effort to make it a success last year, ” Bloom said. “The need is even greater now than previously. We knew we had to do this again — and we are hopeful of reaching our goal of 1,000 pounds. ” The three Women’s Philanthropy TOV chairs, Erin Lewis, Lindsey Maddin and Brooke Weingarden, along with Amy Wayne, associate director of Women’s Philanthropy, are also looking to build on last year’s success. “It’s been going great. We estimated we had about 250 pounds of soup after the first week and the monetary dona- tions are going strong as well, ” Wayne said. “Just finding out how great the need still is, that it’s only rising and challenges are ongoing … we knew we had to continue these efforts. We’re hopeful of reaching our goal. ” Federation’s Women’s Philanthropy volunteers aim to collect 1,000 pounds of kosher soup this year for Yad Ezra. Winter Soup Drive DANNY SCHWARTZ STAFF WRITER Erin Lewis, Brooke Weingarden and Lindsey Maddin HEALTHCARE Caregiver seeking live-in position for elderly care. 15 yrs. exp. Call Melinda 248-550-5637 A1 CAREGIVER/COMPANION. Experienced, excellent references. 248-991-4944 G&F Professional Services- Compassionate, affordable, responsible and efficient homecare. Call Georgiana (248) 571-1837 (www. gfprofessionalservices.com) Exp. private duty caregiver for 27 yrs would love to care for your loved one. Melinda (313) 208-3305 Caring, Compassionate, Experienced Caregiver. Immunized. References Upon Request 248-390-4485 Cita Angels Home Care. Caregiver Services 24 hr. care. We assist in cooking, cleaning, bathing/grooming, doctor appointments, errands, etc. We accept private pay and Medicaid payment. Please call 1-866-542-6435. TRANSPORTATION A1 DRIVER for Drs appts,shopping, errands,airports and more. (248) 991-4944 Reliable Driver-Best Rates Airport, appts., errands, shopping & more or ask? Call David 248-690-6090 SERVICES AAA Cleaning Service.15 yrs. in business. Natalie 248-854-0775 Excellent Companion, Driver and/or Personal Shopper. Pleasant, amiable and funny! References provided upon request. Call Kathleen at (248) 733-9307. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Molly’s Quality Home Health and Cleaning Services: CNA care and housekeeping (313)658- 6350 MollysQualityCare@ gmail.com ANTIQUES WANTED. / BUYING / ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLESCOINS, STAMPS, WATCHES, CAMERASPlease Call (248) 259-8088 or Text (313)395-8599Website= a.airsite.coEmail= wevexgotxstuff@aol.com AUTOS- DOMESTIC/ IMPORTS CASH FOR VEHICLES any make or model Call Barry 248-865-2886 the exchange community bulletin board | professional services For information regarding advertising please call 248-351-5116 Deadline for ad insertion is 10am on Friday prior to publication. JF Green Renovations Your Trusted Local Expert For Interior & Exterior Restorations ROOFING ROOFING SIDING SIDING CHIMNEY RESTORATION SEAMLESS GUTTERS MOLD & FLOOD REPAIRS SPECIALTY REPAIRS INCLUDE: Brick, Stone, Concrete, All Masonry, Rotted and Damaged Wood, Cedar Roof ng, Decks & Patios, Retainer Walls, Critter Control & Repairs, Kitchens, Bathrooms, Tile and Flooring CALL JOHN: 248-770-8772 FORMER MARINE Free Attic, Crawl Space & Basement Inspections Heating, Air Conditioning Service and New Installations 24 Hour Emergency Service RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL Serving the Community for Over 55 Years 248-352-4656 WHATEVER IT TAKES: