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When Comedy Went To School
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November 10th 1:30pm
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*Each film will include a discussion with either a producer, writer or director.
All films will be shown at the Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts at Ocean County College
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Tradition! Tradition!
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There is More to Celebrate! need these holidays! We are grateful to have them - do not miss out celebrating them! Besides, they are also a lot of fun, and who (of all ages) wants to miss out on the fun? If you are reading this article after the holidays have happened and you did miss them this year, then make a point to celebrate them next year.
By Jason Krane Interim Executive Director of the Jewish Federation of Ocean County
By Rabbi Robert Rubin Temple Beth Or Brick, NJ
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ollowing Yom Kippur Services, I gathered with my family to enjoy some of my favorite traditional Jewish foods. I always looked forward to eating bagels, lox, herrings, and other salads that many enjoy during break fast. These fine delicacies and the thoughts of the Jewish Federations’ upcoming Jewish Film Series got me thinking about the concept of the culture of being Jewish. These foods are part of Jewish culture. Many Jews eat these foods not only during break fast but also during other holidays throughout the year. Over the past few weeks there has been a short video circulating the internet called the “Jewish taste test.” The video features non-Jewish individuals as they taste traditional Jewish foods, including gefilte fish, kugel, chopped liver, and rugelach, among others. While I thought that the interactions and facial expressions of the people trying the food for the first time was comical, I realized that there are so many foods that are a part of our history. As a Jewish community we all have memories of someone in our family cooking these foods and the precious looks on young children’s faces when they try cholent, tzimmis or shchav for the first time. If you haven’t seen the video and are looking for a laugh today, search for “The Jewish Food Taste Test” on Youtube.com. Along with food, humor is a staple in Jewish culture. It stems further back then the history of the Catskill Hotels and the “Borscht Belt,” it appears in Midrash and in the Torah. From Jack Benny, Mel Brooks, Joan Rivers, Jerry Seinfeld and Adam Sandler these fine comedians have a history of telling a story by putting their Jewish lives in their jokes. When I was younger I had the chance to visit some of the Catskill hotels, and I remember sitting in the lounge watching these comedians doing their standup routines. While I may not have understood some of the jokes, I saw the smiles on everyone’s faces and I knew they must be funny. Continued on page 13
The New Year has come! 5775 has begun! Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur were just the beginning. They are crucial times of reflection - about us, about our society and about our world. They are known in Hebrew as Yamim Noraim (Days of Awe). The ten days from Rosh Hashanah (1 & 2 Tishrei) through Yom Kippur (10 Tishrei) are known in Hebrew as Aseret Yemei Teshuvah (Ten Days of Repentance). However, where would we be without food that is harvested and rain that supplies water? We would no longer be able to live. We need to celebrate having food to eat and water to drink and survive. We need to appreciate our place in the world of nature and pledge to take care of it better. We need to recognize our dependence on God and on each other to live our daily lives. We need to give thanks for what we have and for Torah to guide us in life. Following Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur come the Jewish holidays of Sukkot, Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah. We
Sukkot celebrates the fall harvest and our survival in difficult conditions like the 40 years of our ancestors’ wandering in the desert from Egypt to the Promised Land. We give thanks to God for the food that we have and get inspired to share that food with others through hospitality (inside and outside of the Sukkah) and food bank donations. Biblical Sukkot of thousands of years ago is the basis for the American Thanksgiving of a few hundred years ago. On Shemini Atzeret we include a special prayer for rain without which we could not exist. Through the concept of Atzeret L’chayim (Gathering for Life) we rededicate ourselves to protecting this earth and not destroying it through global warming or nuclear war. We recite the Yizkor Memorial Prayers to recall those who came before us and transferred the world to us and to our care. On Simchat Torah we sing and dance with the Torah and celebrate our ancient and modern connections to its holy teachings. Many give candy or other sweet treats to children so that they can literally taste the sweetness of the holiday celebration and messages. There is also a call for marking October Continued on page 3
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Is It Worth Keeping Up with Technology in Later Adulthood? By Deidre Stamos Lonza MSW Intern, Jewish Family & Children’s Service
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here is little debate over the fact that technology is pervasive in our daily lives. Just walk into your local coffee shop and marvel at the number of people with their noses glued to their cell phones and computer screens. As technology advances, our dependence on computers is undeniable. Telephones, television, security systems are all being linked to computer networks. Love it or hate it, technology has become an integral part of our day to day functioning. At the same time that advances in technology are exploding, our population is aging. According to studies done at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, people aged 65+ years represent approximately 13% of the population and this number will increase to 22% by the year 2030. Moreover, the fastest growing #16628 HLevin Ad_4.9x5.53 11:16 AM subgroup within the older8/28/14 population is
over the age of 85. Recent data shows that although the use of computers and the Internet among older adults is increasing, there is still an age-based digital divide. AARP reports that about 62 percent of people over the age of 75 still don’t own a computer. Resistance to jump on the technology bandwagon occurs for lots of reasons. Learning new things takes longer as we age. So why would a person want to invest the time necessary to become tech savvy when you could be spending your time doing something you enjoy? A younger person puts in the effort to stay current because they believe these are skills they will need down the road. Older adults tend to focus on tasks that matter now and, therefore, their motivation to become acquainted with the latest and greatest tech devices is low. So the question arises, “How important is it that I keep up with technology?” The reality is, being able to use technology puts older adults at an advantage.
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24-25 as Local Food Shabbat to raise our awareness of local food needs and resources (or the lack thereof). As we work to sustain ourselves through eating and our own consumption of food, we rededicate ourselves to making the world more sustainable for everyone in the processes of food production, transportation and consumption. These Jewish holidays also reinforce for us our connection to the Land of Israel. At the end of Yom Kippur we state “L'shanah habaah beerushalayim” (Next Year in Jerusalem). Sukkot is the fall harvest festival connected to the seasons in Israel and was one of the three Pilgrimage Festivals (along with Pesach and Shavuot) for Jews to come to Jerusalem. The prayer for rain on Shemini Atzeret is tied to the beginning of the rainy season in Israel. On November 9, 2:00-4:00 p.m. an interfaith event “Standing with Israel: An Afternoon of Information and Inspiration” is being held at the Theatre of the Grunin Center (Building 12) of Ocean County College (use Parking Lot 2), College Drive, Toms River. Come and join others in the Jewish, Christian and general community to learn about, be inspired by and show our solidarity with Israel. There are videos, music and some personal testimonies that you should hear. There is no charge for the event and no fundraising will be conducted. For more information see page 13. To everyone: CHAG SAMEACH - Happy Holidays and continue to celebrate even after the holidays! The Jewish Journal is pleased to host a monthly Rabbi Column, rotating among our community’s pulpit rabbis. The views and opinions expressed are those of the writer, and do not necessarily reflect those of The Jewish Journal, the Jewish Federation of Ocean County or the author’s Congregation.
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Jewish Films come to Ocean County
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he Jewish Federation of Ocean County announces the Jewish Film Series sponsored by The Jay and Linda Grunin Foundation. Join us on November 3, 10, and 24, at The Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts at Ocean County College. Jeremy Grunin, Executive Director of The Jay and Linda Grunin Foundation said “My family and I are excited to be able to support Jewish Federation in their efforts to bring meaningful Jewish art to Ocean County, this time in the form of film. Our commitment to the arts coupled with our involvement in the local Jewish community made this a home run for our Foundation. We look forward to making many more projects accessible locally through Federation and other organizations.”
Throughout the month of November, the community will have an opportunity to see some of the best Jewish films being shown throughout the country at film festivals such as ours.
of young Jewish-American comedians to hone their craft and become worldwide legends. We are excited to have a Q & A session following the film with the writer/ producer, Lawrence Richard.
If you are looking to laugh, you will not want to miss When Comedy Went to School, on November 3, at 1:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Why are there so many Jewish comedians? Comedy Went to School answers this question with an entertaining portrait of this country’s greatest generation of comics – the generation that includes the likes of Jerry Lewis, Sid Caesar, Jackie Mason, Mort Sahl, and Jerry Stiller, all of whom make appearances in the film, telling jokes and telling their stories. The Catskill hotels and bungalow colonies provided the setting for a remarkable group
Everyone has memories of their favorite deli growing up or the smell of that large whitefish your parents came home with during the holidays. On November 10, at 1:30 p.m. you will not want to miss the story of the famous appetizing store, Russ & Daughters in the film The Sturgeon Queens. This film traces four generations of a Jewish immigrant family who created and continue to own Russ & Daughters, a Lower East Side lox and herring emporium that survives and thrives. The documentary features an extensive interview with two of the daughters for whom the store was named, now 100 and 92 years old respectively, and interviews with prominent enthusiasts of the store including Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, actress Maggie Gyllenhaal and chef Mario Batali. The Sturgeon Queens chronicles everything from the Russ family history to Josh Russ Tupper and Niki Russ Federman, the founder’s great grandchildren, who run the store today. Followed by Q & A with director, Julie Cohen.
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and an impressive cast of Israeli top talent give bravura comic turns in Hunting Elephants, a bank heist caper and comingof-age tale. We are delighted that this film is co-sponsored by the World Zionist Organization and will be followed by a discussion with Youth Movement Shliach, Gil Laniado. The last film of the series on November 24 at 1:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. is Bethlehem, a story of a relationship between a man and a boy. This is a story of the complex relationship between an Israeli Secret Service officer and his teenage Palestinian informant who almost have a father/son attachment. Shuttling back and forth between conflicting points of view, the film is a raw portrayal of characters torn apart by competing loyalties and impossible moral dilemmas, giving an unparalleled glimpse into the dark and fascinating world of human intelligence. The film is co-sponsored by the World Zionist Organization and followed by a discussion with WZO Shlicha, Tova Birnbaum. The Jewish Federation is excited for the opportunity to work with Jeremy Grunin and The Jay and Linda Grunin Foundation and thank them for their support with this project. To purchase tickets go to page 8, visit our website at www.jewishoceancounty.org, or call us at 732-363-0530.
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Local Families Whose Children Have Cancer Will Benefit from Smiles for Life Campaign
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Jewish Grandparenting Long Distance Grandparenting Two Faiths/One Family The Changing Face of the Jewish Family Marriage after Retirement “Love Conquers All” and Other Myths about Marriage Arguing and Making Up Domestic Violence/Emotional Abuse Stress and the Caregiver Are the Golden Years Golden? When Adult Children Return Your Special Needs Child Second Time Around Being Jewish in a Non-Jewish World What’s the Matter with Kids Today Handling Bias, Past and Present The Bills of Rights-Alive and Well
The Jewish Family & Children’s Service speakers include: clinical social workers, retired educators, attorneys and business advisors. Speakers are available to come to your meeting. For more information contact Rita at 732 363 8010 or jfcs@ocjf.org
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orty-three families, members of Ocean of Love, whose children have cancer will benefit from the 2014 Smiles for Life Campaign, sponsored and supported each year by Dr. Ron Rotem, a Toms River dentist and member of the national Crown Council. Gary Schiavone, an executive board member of Ocean of Love for more than 21 years, accepted $1650.00 on behalf of the nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. Ocean of Love, Toms River, assists families with such nonmedical expenses as monthly gas cards that help defray the cost of driving to and from hospitals, parking fees at hospitals, mortgage payments, utilities, food, and even babysitting. Schiavone said, “Dr. Rotem has been donating the fruits of his labor every year for as long as I can remember. I have only praise and thankfulness to him and his staff for the annual donation he makes to Ocean of Love.” Each year, Dr. Rotem sets aside 100 percent of his fees for teeth whitening during the annual Smiles for Life Campaign, March 1 through June 30. Through the national Smiles for Life Campaign, Dr. Rotem has donated more than $50,000.00 to charities, especially Ocean of Love.
“What a wonderful opportunity to do something for yourself and, at the same time, help families who need support,” said Dr. Rotem. “It’s really a win-win for everyone.” Since 1998, The Smiles for Life Foundation, the charitable arm of the Crown Council, has raised more than $30 million for children’s charities across North America because members of Crown Council dental practices have agreed to donate the cost of professional tooth whitening during the Smiles for Life campaign. Dr. Rotem graduated from NYU College of Dentistry in 1991. His practice focuses on cosmetic dentistry and conscious sedation. Dr. Rotem belongs to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. He is affiliated with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, NJ Chapter of the Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the Dental Organization of Conscious Sedation, the International College of Cranial Mandibular Orthopedics, the American Dental Association, the New Jersey Dental Association, Monmouth/Ocean Dental Society, and the Academy of General Dentistry. Dr. Rotem is an active member of the Crown Council. He is also a member of the Jersey Shore Business Network, Toms River.
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THE JEWISH FILM SERIES OF THE JEWISH FEDERATION OF OCEAN COUNTY Sponsored by the Jay & Linda Grunin Foundation
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* Each film will include a discussion with either a producer, writer or director.
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uesday October 7th, Temple Beth Am Shalom in Lakewood was bustling with the activities of the Café Europa event. This program was funded by the Conference on Jewish Material Claims against Germany to give Holocaust Survivors an opportunity to connect, socialize, build supportive networks and enjoy the entertainment provided. The participants enjoyed socializing and
connecting with friends over a tastefully prepared lunch. They were then treated to a dynamic accapella concert by the V’Samachta Music Group led by Chaim Resmovits. The feelings of enjoyment and happiness were palpable in the air as the sounds of singing and clapping rose from the audience. The Café Europa event was a wonderful way to lift the spirits of the Holocaust survivors in time for the Festive Jewish Holiday of Succot.
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An Afternoon of Information and Inspiration
Sunday, November 9 2:00-4:00pm
During the Café Europa, Holocaust Survivors luncheon last week, the guests were entertained by three musicians who enlightened the crowd with Jewish songs of today and yesterday. The old tunes made them smile ear to ear and everyone left the event jubilant and dancing. During our Jewish Heritage Day at the BlueClaws we started the day with a Klezmer band, and at every Jewish wedding and Bar/Bat Mitzvah we enjoy the dancing of the Horah. Food, music and comedy are just some of the beginnings of what makes our Jewish culture. To quote a famous “philosopher,” Tevye the Dairyman, from the famous film Fiddler on the Roof, it is because of our traditions that makes us who we are today. Please join us at our Jewish Film Series, sponsored by The Jay and Linda Grunin Foundation where you can see films about Jewish food, comedy and more. For more information please see page 4.
Program Highlights Videos Speakers Personal Testimonies Music
Theatre of the Grunin Center
The views and opinions expressed are those of the writer, and do not necessarily reflect those of The Jewish Journal or the Jewish Federation of Ocean County.
HADASSAH FALL FROLIC LUNCH BRUNCH Tuesday, October 28 Come join us and enjoy a wonderful time! $37.50 per person will include: Entertainment, Auction Baskets & 50/50. Reservations required. RSVP: Adele 732-657-8360 ASAP.
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College Drive, Toms River, NJ Sponsoring Partners (in formation) Beth Am Shalom Calvary Lighthouse Congregation Ahavat Olam Congregation B'nai Israel Eagles' Wings Hadassah
Jewish Federation of Ocean County Laurelton Park Baptist Church Temple Beth Or The Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry
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Holocaust Survivor Luncheon - from page 10
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Performing Arts Series STORY MUSGRAVE, Astronaut Thursday, October 16 • 8pm
One Night in Tuscany with MORENO FRUZZETTI Saturday, October 18 • 8pm
Special Events THE BRONX WANDERERS Sunday, October 19 • 7pm
HEARTBREAK & HEALING AFTER SANDY Sunday, October 26 • 2pm
Midweek Jazz THE PETER & WILL ANDERSON TRIO Wednesday, October 22 • 8pm
Grunin Spotlight Series NEIL BERG’S 100 YEARS OF BROADWAY Thursday, October 30 • 8pm
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In Wartime, Caring for Elderly Israelis JDC When Hamas rockets began raining down on southern Israel this summer, JDC stepped up - with its “Networked Seniors” ensuring critical social interaction and support continued for the most vulnerable elderly Israelis caught in the crossfire. Networked Seniors is one of the signature initiatives of JDC-ESHEL, the Association for the Planning and Development of Services for the Aged, which has transformed the quality of life available to Israel’s seniors since its inception in 1969. The virtual day care center for seniors features brain and memory games, guided discussions about current events and literature, and workshops focusing on communication skills, assertiveness, and coping with loneliness. Networked Seniors uses Watchitoo, an Israeli video conferencing program. During this summer’s crisis, it increased its presence, operating in a special and enhanced format to reach hundreds of elderly Israelis throughout the country.
At the height of the war, Networked Seniors operated daily activities five times a week, conducting nearly 40 sessions over a 20-day period. Special crisis programming included a daily morning meditation and guided imagery, as well as afternoon programming including current events, film discussions, nutrition tips, and strategies for supporting an ill spouse during an emergency.
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“The program provided people with a chance to have a restorative break from stress and from being glued to the news without having to leave their houses,” said Anat Shuster, the project’s coordinator. “And many were afraid to leave their homes out of concern about possible red alerts.” JDC’s crisis response was made possible by JFNA’s “Stop the Sirens” campaign, among other donors. JDC’s global programs are made possible by the generosity of our supporters.
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SYNAGOGUES CHABAD CHABAD JEWISH CENTER 2001 Church Road Toms River, NJ 08753 Rabbi Moshe Gourarie 732-349-4199 Email: rabbi@chabadtomsriver.com www.chabadtomsriver.com Services: Fri: 6:30 PM, Sat: 9:15 AM Kiddush after morning service
CONSERVATIVE CONGREGATION AHAVAT OLAM 106 Windeler Road Howell, NJ 07731 Rabbi Michael A. Klein Cantor David Amar 732-363-5190 Email: office@congregationahavatolam.org Services: Friday night 8PM Saturday morning 9AM Monday and Thursday 7:30AM Monday through Thursday 7:30PM Tot Shabbat (for youngsters) The first Friday of the month 7:30PM June, July, August - Outdoor Musical Shabbat the third Friday of the month 8PM CONGREGATION B'NAI ISRAEL 1488 Old Freehold Road Toms River, NJ 08753 Rabbi Ellen S. Wolintz-Fields Hazzan Steven Walvick 732-349-1244 Email: info@cbitr.org www.cbitr.org Services: Mon-Fri 7:45 AM, Fri: 7:30 PM, Sat-Sun 9 AM
TEMPLE BETH OR 200 Van Zile Road Brick, NJ 08724 Rabbi Robert B. Rubin 732-458-4700 www.templebethorbrick.org Email:templebethorbrick@gmail.com Services: Fri: 7:15 PM, Sat: 9:15 AM Mon, Tue, Wed: Call for time CONGREGATION DOV “V” SCHMUEL 1143 West County Road Lakewood, NJ 08701 732-367-1999
ORTHODOX CONGREGATION SONS OF ISRAEL 590 Madison Avenue Lakewood, NJ 08701 Rabbi Shmuel Tendler 732-364-2230 Chazan Zelig Freilich Friday 10 minutes before sunset CONGREGATION SONS OF ISRAEL 4 Ridge Avenue Lakewood, NJ 08701 Rabbi Baruch B Yoffe 732-363-9034 Friday 10 minutes before sunset
REFORM BETH AM SHALOM 1235 State Highway 70 Lakewood, NJ 08701 Rabbi Stephen D. Gold Cantor Alisa Forman 732-363-2800 www.bethamshalom.org
Email: office@bethamshalom.org Worship: Erev Shabbat:1st Friday each month 7:00 PM all others 7:30 PM Select Shabbat mornings 10:00 AM (call) CONGREGATION SHA'AREY HA-YAM 333 N. Main Street (Route 9) Manahawkin, NJ 08050 Rabbi Kim Geringer Philip Miller President 609-242-2390 www.reformjewishcommunity.org Email:rabbigeringer@verizon.net
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JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF LBI 2411 Long Beach Blvd. Spray Beach, NJ 08008 Rabbi Michael Jay 609-492-4090 Email: jccoflbi@gmail.com www.jccoflbi.org Services: Fri: 8:00 PM, Sat: 9:30 AM A traditional synagogue, the JCC of LBI is a kosher facility and is welcoming to Jews of all backgrounds.
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Thursday, October 16
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Friday, October 17
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TRIBUTES OCTOBER 2014
Healthcare Division Arad Schaller Medical Clinic Donors Co-Chairs - Drs. Jeff & Bea Lipper Maimonides
Dr. Richard Gaines Dr. Bernie Grabelle Dr. Jarrod Kaufman Dr. Morris Ligorski Dr. Jeffrey Lipper Dr. Ronen Rotem Dr. Assif Rozovsky Dr. William Schulman Dr. Beatrice Symchowicz-Lipper
Sustainer
Drs. Jerome & Sharon Berkowitz Dr. Kenneth Davis Dr. Neal Gittleman Dr. Jay Gordon Dr. Joel Kurtz Dr. Paul Low Dr. Mark Silverstein Dr. Dennis Novak
Benefactor
Dr. Seymour Berger Dr. Dwight Halpern Dr. Harold Isaacson Dr. Marvin Jassie Dr. John Sundheim
To Sydney & Charlotte Krupnick
To Diane Roseff
In Honor of your combined birthdays From Roberta Glucksman
In memory of your beloved husband Jerry Roseff From Frada & Irwin Roseff
To Harriet Selinger To a dear friend in honor of your 2014 Lifetime Achievement Award. From Dr. Jack & Marilyn Sabo
To Rhoda Axelrad & Family
To Mrs. Mona Amilani
Mazel Tov to Charlotte & Sydney Krupnick
In memory of your dear Donna From Pearl & David Dearman
To Mildred Tanzman & Family In memory of your beloved husband Herb Tanzman From Dr. & Mrs. Irwin Roseff
Other
Dr. Leslie Aufseeser Dr. Allan Cohen Dr. Jill Collier
To Roy & Brenda Tanzman
For continued happiness From Diane & Dick Gaines
To Fred & Arlene Schragger The family thanks you for all the good deeds you do. Have a Happy & Healthy New Year From Diane & Dick Gaines
In memory of your beloved father Herb Tanzman From Dr & Mrs. Irwin Roseff
As of 10/14/2014
Are you caring for an older adult?
Volunteer for Israel!
“I feel guilty; it seems that I am always yelling.” “I’m can’t concentrate at work; I am always worrying about Mom.”
NJ/Delaware-Arad/Tamar Partnership 2000 Volunteer Service Corps provides short-term volunteer opportunities in Israel for adults of all ages.
Learn how to cope Get practical information about’ and dementia Learn about community resources Benefit from the support of other caregivers. You are not alone
• Volunteers are provided a 3 bedroom, fully furnished apartment near the center of Arad. • Participants are asked to volunteer for a minimum of 4 hours a day for at least two weeks.
Join our FREE monthly support group for anyone caring for an elderly loved one
• Your skills help determine the nature of the project. • Free time to travel and explore Israel.
Third (3rd) Wednesday, 10-11:30 Ambassador Adult Day Care 619 River Road, Lakewood
• Don’t speak Hebrew? Not a problem. You can choose an English speaking assignment!
For additional information Jewish Family & Children’s Service 732.363.8010 Group Facilitator: Rita Sason, LCSW Facilitated by Jewish Family & Children’s Services/Jewish Federation of Ocean County
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In memory of Gene Axelrad From Dr. & Mrs. Irwin Roseff
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