By COLlive reporter
When 125 women gather together then it must be for something worthwhile, and on Tuesday 16th January, a partnership between Chai Cancer Care and Chabad Buckhurst Hill resulted in a Gala Dinner.
The dinner not only raised money for Chai Cancer Care but also raised awareness of the difference that this charity can make to enable individuals and families, suffering with cancer, to feel cared for and never simply left alone.
Chabad Buckhurst Hill was magically transformed into a stunning banqueting suite by a dedicated team of local volunteers and after the meal, which was all prepared in-house.
Guests were enthralled by Louise Hager, Chair of Chai Cancer Care, who inspired the diners with her work, enlightening many who were unaware that there was such a professional service within the community, not only for those suffering with cancer but for their families too.
A young harpist, 14 year old Chanale Brackman, daughter of Rabbi and Mrs Brackman of Chabad Oxford, entertained the crowd with her amazing talents. A raffle helped raise money for the two charities with all prizes also being donated by local supporters.
Chai means life and it is clear that Chai Cancer Care is an outstanding example of where Jewish values can combine with the latest medical advances to enable hope; this is also the spiritual message that is conveyed by Chabad Lubavitch making for a perfect partnership.
The evening was a tribute to Mrs. Hindy Scheiman OBM, a Chabad Shlucha and teacher in Chicago and mother of Buckhurst Hill Shlucha Mrs. Henny Brandman.
Mrs. Scheiman passed away from cancer 3 years ago, leaving a husband, 8 children, parents and 11 siblings.
Mrs. Brandman opened the evening with an emotional and tear jerking speech about her mother’s life and lessons that all present could learn from her. “She was a shining example to all of what dedication to community means,” she said.
Her husband Rabbi Adam Brandman stated that the evening was “the greatest example of where Jewish values can really make a difference.” and is proud that Buckhurst Hill Chabad is at the heart of the local community.
Henny wow the pictures look amazing. Kol hakovod well done to another fantastic evening at chabad of Buckhurst Hill. May you and odom continue to go from strength to strength
Is a truly amazing woman. She has built an empire ,quietly and selflessly. She is a true comfort to many,as well as a role model and an inspiration.
Dearest Henny , may Hashem give your mother an aliya . what a beautiful tribute. I also lost my beloved mother to cancer. Strange, that my friend forwarded this to me today , as tomorrow is my mother’s alov hasholom yahrzeit . Still missing her….Btw, did your aunt show you the portrait of your grandfather , which I sketched for her? He must have been a very special man, to have produced such wonderful children and grandchildren. Btw, I was just learning with your aunt last Shabbos at her house… May You only know simchas in the future. Love, Lisa… Read more »
She was a real fruma tznua, a pnimi who is dearly missed. Kol Hakavod for what you are doing!
You continue to amaze me!
Continue to use your talents for strengthening your Shlichus!
R.V.
A beautiful Kidush Hashem and Kidush sheim Lubavitch. May we only share good news.
Louise Hager is an amazing woman and comes from a family devoted to chesed…Her daugher Nemi here in Crown Heights continuing this legagy with our own crown Heights bikur cholim