38 The QUEE NS Courier • business • august 22, 2013 for breaking news visit www.queenscourier.com ▶ business THE COURIER/Photo Queens legislators met the new faces of Margaret Tietz Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, including its new executive director, Yoel Lichstein. BUSINESS in the NEWS Former Flushing Hous e director to be feted Anna M. Canadeo, former Resident Services Director of Flushing House, will receive the LeadingAge New York 2013 “Employee of Distinction” Award on Thursday, August 29 at a ceremony at Flushing House. Kristen Myers, LeadingAge New York Senior Director of Member Services, will present the award. Nominations were sought for LeadingAge New York’s 13th annual “Employee of Distinction” Awards to recognize the extraordinary dedication of front-line staff from member facilities. Members of the New York State Legislature, state regulatory agencies, advocacy agencies, plus other groups, served on the awards committee to review the nominations. A check for $100 will be presented to Canadeo and to each of the 18 award winners from throughout New York State. Canadeo will also receive a certificate from Assemblymember Ron Kim for her extraordinary life-time dedication to serving older adults. Canadeo has been working in the gerontology field since 1973, when she began her career at the United Presbyterian Residence (UPR) in Syosset. Her experience included working in social services at the UPR nursing home, then as admissions director for the 700-bed facility. She joined Flushing House in 1989, which was connected with UPR at that time. As resident services director, her department at Flushing House provided social services for residents and their family members. She acted as the liaison for issues of concern to residents, families and outside agencies, such as social workers, caregivers, physicians, hospitals and nursing homes. She assisted residents in calls and letter writing to agencies such as Medicare, Social Security, assisting residents with health insurance claims, etc. She was involved in the formation of the 6th floor “Cluster Care” program with an independent home health care agency, providing services for residents. She also established groups such as YANA (You Are Not Alone - a bereavement support group), Meditation, and Chapel Services for all faiths. She headed the Flushing House Interfaith Chapel, arranging all services for Catholic, Jewish and Protestant faiths. Canadeo developed the Flushing House Honeys - a Red Hat Chapter from the National Red Hat Society - for women over 50, providing fun, informative lectures, flea markets and raising money for local worthy causes. She gave many presentations at senior groups and taught an Aging Course at Nassau Community College. A resident of Oyster Bay, Canadeo, 72, retired from Flushing House in July. Built in 1974, Flushing House, located at 38-20 Bowne Street, is the largest, not-for-profit, independent living retirement community in New York State. Visit them at www. flushinghouse.com. NEW FACES AT MARGARET TIETZ Queens legislators met the new faces of Margaret Tietz Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, including its new executive director, on August 13. “We’ve long benefited from a close relationship with our elected officials,” said the health center’s newest leader, Yoel Lichstein. “They’ve been very supportive. We feel like we’ve had a voice through the elected officials.” Lichstein, 44, started at Margaret Tietz about three months ago. The licensed home administrator from Rockland County replaces Joseph Seminaro, a veteran healthcare executive who recently retired. “We already have a stellar reputation in the community,” he said. “I’d like to maintain that and build stronger community relationships and really have the community view us as a resource.” Lichstein has more than 20 years of experience in healthcare management and has worked at Jewish Home and Hospital, Home for Aged Blind and Beth Abraham. He began his career at University Hospital in Newark and was an administrator at Lakeland Health Care Center in Haskell, New Jersey for the last seven years. The new executive met State Assemblymembers Ed Braunstein, David Weprin, Nily Rozic and Michael Simanowitz. He also heard stories from Congressmember Grace Meng, State Senator Toby Stavisky and Councilmember Karen Koslowitz. Margaret Tietz, a member of CenterLight Health System, offers long- and short-term care to 200 residents at its 164-11 Chapin Parkway building in Jamaica. Other new members at Margaret Tietz include Sheva Turk, associate administrator; Joan Skyers, director of clinical services; Esther Koenig, senior social worker; and Alina Vishnevskya, case manager and discharge planner. “We’re basically going from good to great,” Lichstein said. The Candy Bar: Sweet treats and good times If you’re looking for a place to enjoy delicious treats, socialize with other members of your community, and celebrate special occasions, then look no further than The Candy Bar on Ditmars Boulevard in Astoria. The Candy Bar first opened its doors in July. The Candy Bar not only offers a wide variety of popular new candies, but also specializes in stocking nostalgic, hard-to-find varieties from the 1940s, 1950s, 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s. Regardless of your age, “when you enter The Candy Bar, you truly have the experience of being a kid in the candy store,” says owner Randy Klein. “Our colorful walls and ceilings transport you to Candyland and beyond.” If you don’t see what you’re looking for they’ll find it for you. Your sweet tooth will be satisfied. Not only does the store sell candy by the pound, as well as packaged items and gift baskets, they also carry toys, cards and balloons for all your gifting needs. Iced coffee and lemonade drinks are available for those looking to refresh on the go. The Candy Bar is more than just a retail store, however. The shop boasts a large party room and a party patio that can be rented for private events, such as birthday parties and Halloween parties for children and adults alike. Guests can even join The Candy Bar’s birthday club for special promotions. “When you enter our front door, you’ll see how we’re different from other stores,” says Klein. “We want you to have fun and enjoy your experience with us, whether you buy something or just come in to look. There are no worries, no cares, and no bills. Just sweet goodness everywhere.” The Candy Bar 19-31 Ditmars Boulevard Astoria, NY 11105 718-956-6706
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