A Blooming Brunch For DOROT Westchester

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At a special event hosted by DOROT Westchester at the New York Botanical Garden, supporters of DOROT’s Westchester programs enjoyed brunch and a tour of the popular “Monet’s Garden” exhibit.

In her remarks at the brunch, DOROT Westchester Chair Joan Taback Frankle observed that despite declining health and vision, Monet painted and gardened in Giverny until his death at the age of 86.

“It is fitting that we will spend time in Monet’s garden today,” she said. “Monet was able to age with dignity and continue to do what he loved to do. DOROT programs enable seniors to connect with volunteers, preventing isolation and instilling a sense of dignity that all seniors deserve.”     

Proceeds from the event will benefit DOROT Westchester programs, including Information & Referral, Friendly Visiting, Holiday Package Deliveries, and Shabbat Shalom Westchester.

The brunch and tour were organized and hosted by members of the DOROT Westchester Committee: Monica Aboodi, Emily Cohen, Marci Cohen, Amy Cooper, Joan Taback Frankle, Joan Mazur, Caryl Orlando, Cynthia Samwick, Ruth Suzman, and Stephanie Tessler.

About DOROT: Founded in 1976, DOROT provides food, housing, companionship, education, and cultural enrichment to thousands of elderly New Yorkers and fosters friendship and respect between the generations. DOROT enhances the lives of thousands of seniors and their caregivers through a partnership of staff and volunteers of all ages. DOROT’s programs expanded to Westchester in 2004.