Nancy Sipkins built her professional career around helping others, and, as a retiree, she likes to have full and busy days continuing on the same path. “I get my happy quotient filled by volunteering at Sholom,” she explained. Helping residents create Shabbat flower arrangements every other week allows Nancy to combine her love of gardening with bringing joy.
Nancy appreciates the flexibility of volunteering, as she also gifts her time to two other organizations beyond Sholom. “Flowers bring happiness, and, for me, I can be both messy and creative,” she said. “It’s such a healing experience for me, and the residents of Sholom really do feel like friends.”