Jewish Federation of the Desert, Women of Tamarisk C.C. continue to steer Angel View's road to success

Once again the Jewish Federation of the Desert and the Women’s Association of Tamarisk Country Club put Angel View in the driver’s seat.

The Jewish Federation has not only assisted at two Angel View residential homes -- Friedman House and Joel’s House -- with replacing floors, kitchens, air conditioning units, furnishings and much more, they’ve taken it a step further. Recently, the group donated a second wheelchair accessible van to Angel View clients.

“We can’t thank them enough for their tireless efforts on our behalf,” said Angel View’s Executive Director Patti Park. “This amazing collaboration has spanned more than 30 years!”

“Through our partnership with Tamarisk,” said Jewish Federation CEO Bruce Landgarten, “we can take the pressure off Angel View, let them do their 24-7 critical care, and we’ll take care of the some of the important needs to enhance the quality of living for the residents of Angel View. It’s been a heartfelt relationship and partnership.”

Joan Kerns and Cora Ginsberg, representing the Tamarisk Women’s Association, were on hand with Landgarten to present the vehicle to Angel View. Ginsberg noted that the Angel View clients have made quite an impression since she first met a group 20 years ago in Sun City and at an opera event in the desert.

And Kerns added: “We at Tamarisk were able to do something really important for the community. It’s something that’s needed and we’re proud of it.”

Angel View's programs enhance the quality of life for more than 100 children and adults with disabilities in 19 residential homes, provides therapeutic day program services, also transporation to medical appointments, social activities and much more through Medi-Cal, donations, grants, fundraisers, bequests and proceeds from Angel View Resale Stores. It also services 600 youngsters in Outreach throughout the Coachella Valley.