Claims Conference Update
Dear Child Survivors, We have been in constant contact with Claims Conference N.Y. and Jewish Care to ensure child survivors have the latest information.
We are pleased to advise that the CSH compensation claim forms will be available after 1 February 2015 at www.claimscon.org for the one off compensation payment to all eligible CSH. This payment is NOT meanstested and is available regardless of any pension received or previous claim. The Application process will be easier for child survivors previously registered and receiving some form of pension or compensation.
For child survivors who have never made a claim for a pension or compensation through the Claims Conference or Jewish Care, there will be a need to be assessed for eligibility through Jewish Care.
We have arranged a special meeting for CSH at the Jewish Holocaust Centre on Sunday 8 February at 2.00 pm. There will be a Jewish Care representative guest speaker attending to advise on the application process and to answer your questions.
The Child Survivor Compensation Claim application form will be available for your collection on the day. Further information from Jewish Care is provided below. Please call Jewish Care after 1 February, 2015 on 8517 5999 if you are unable to attend the meeting or require immediate assistance. We look forward to seeing you on Sunday 8 February at 2.00 pm. Please feel free to invite a family member or friend to attend with you.
Best regards, viv
Jewish Care Advice for CSH Compensation Claim
The following information has been supplied by Jewish Care:
JCV: Jewish Care Victoria.
Claims Conference: New York based Organization representing Holocaust survivors.
Short Form: The form for eligible CSH who are registered with Claims Conference AND in receipt of A2/SL
Full Form: The form for eligible CSH who have never registered with Claims Conference OR never received A2/ SL
A2/SL: Article 2 or Slave Labor compensation.
All eligible A2/SL recipients will be sent short application forms by Claims Conference directly as their claims have been approved in advance. Follow the instructions provided
or contact JCV for assistance. A2/SL recipients who have not received the short form application – contact JCV to advise the forms were not received. JCV will then investigate and arrange for the forms to be sent again.
CSH who do not receive A2/SL compensation (who have never applied or are waiting for a claim to be finalized) can download the form from www.claimscon.org after 1 February 2015, follow the instructions or contact JCV who will determine your eligibility for the A2/CSH compensation (if never applied for) in most cases the full application form will need to be completed.
Please call Jewish Care on 8517 5999 after 1 February 2015.
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Claims Conference Update 1 Jewish Care Advice 1 Child Survivor Meeting 2 Louis Roller - Life Achievement Award 2 Pier Festival 2015 2 Danial Kogan’s “Auschwitz Rainbows” 3 Personal Notices 3 “JHC Calendar of Events 4
ARE YOU OR A MEMBER OF YOUR FAMILY A CHILD SURVIVOR OF THE HOLOCAUST?
Child survivors of the Holocaust are scheduled to receive a one-off compensation payment from Germany.
A meeting will be held for child survivors of the Holocaust at the Jewish Holocaust Centre 1315 Selwyn Street, Elsternwick, on Sunday 8 February at 2.00pm
Representatives from Jewish Care will be present to discuss the application process and answer questions regarding eligibility. Application forms will be available on the day.
Enquiries: 95281985 or admin@jhc.org.au.
Lifetime Achievement Award
Victorian academic pharmacist Associate Professor Louis Roller, who has been one of the country’s leading drivers in developing Quality Use of Medicines standards as well as in recognising the value of partnerships between pharmacists, GPs and
patients, is the recipient of the 2014 Life Achievement Award
He was presented with his award at PAC14 in Canberra last weekend. Associate Professor Roller was recognised as one of the profession’s most effective and passionate advocates who has influenced the profession both academically and clinically through the development of a patient-focussed pharmacy course. Associate Professor Roller said he championed evidenced-based practice and professionalism in pharmacy.
Pier Festival 2015
Held at Port Melbourne Pier’s precinct on Sunday 25 January, the festival celebrates and reflects on migrant’s stories arriving by ship from 1915-1969.
Marietta Elliott-Kleerkopper will be reading about her journey to Australia on the “Volandam” at the Gatehouse landing “Memory Keepers” program at 2.30pm. The Festival continues until 13 February. www.multiculturalarts.com.au
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Danial Kogan - “Auschwitz Rainbows”
Personal Notices
Best wishes for a speedy recovery to our child survivors:
Eva Marks
Danial Kogan
Sonia Kempler
Paul Grinwald
Lusia Haberfeld
We look forward to hearing you are well on the mend.
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JHC Calendar of Events
Sunday 8 February, 2.00pm
Child Survivor & Jewish Care Meeting
Smorgon Auditorium
Jewish Holocaust Centre
Enquiries: 9528 1985 or admin@jhc.org.au
Sunday 15 February, 11.00am
Jack Fogel’s 90th Birthday Party Jewish Holocaust Centre
Enquiries: 9528 1985 or admin@jhc.org.au
Thursday 19 February, 11.15am
JHC Social Club
Guest Speaker: Michael Gawenda
Enquiries: 9528 1985 or admin@jhc.org.au
Sunday 1 March, 7.00pm
Special Film Screening We Are Here
Classic Cinema
9 Gordon Street, Elsternwick
Bookings: (03) 9524 7900 or http://www.classiccinemas.com.au/Movie/We-Are-Here
Monday 9 March
Labour Day Holiday Museum Open / Office Closed 12.00pm - 4.00pm
Wednesday 11 March, 7.30pm
Official Launch
Yad Vashem ‘Besa’ Exhibition Smorgon Auditorium
Enquiries: 9528 1985 or admin@jhc.org.au
Thursday 12 March - 23 April
Yad Vashem ‘Besa’ Exhibition Smorgon Auditorium
Enquiries: 9528 1985 or admin@jhc.org.au
Thursday 12 - 25 March
Holocaust Film Series
Classic Cinema
9 Gordon Street, Elsternwick
Bookings: (03) 9524 7900 or http://www.jiff.com.au/hfs/
Thursday 19 March, 11.15am
JHC Social Club
admin@jhc.org.au
It’s your home, your life, your choice
It’s your home and your independence – and we want to support you to enjoy both as best you can.
Extra funding is now available to help Holocaust survivors* continue to live at home.
This could include a range of services such as light housekeeping or cooking, help with basic needs, or assistance towards medical expenses. Ask Jewish Care about our wide range of services to meet your specific requirements and wishes.
Our aim is to ensure the Claims Conference funding supports you to continue to achieve independence, wellbeing and quality of life. We always aim to adapt our services to suit your unique needs and goals.
Please contact us for a confidential chat on (03) 8517 5999 or info@jewishcare.org.au
*Funding eligibility criteria applies, including means testing.
Jewish Care can support Holocaust survivors with:
• Domestic cleaning tasks
• Meal preparation
• Personal care
• Social/recreational activities and outings
• Shopping, errands and paying bills
• Transport to appointments
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