Accessing Healthcare Resources When Facing Serious Illness Participants will learn: Define and discuss various advance medical directives Define and distinguish between hospice and palliative care Debunking myths Halachic Implications of End-of-Life Care Jewish vs. Western Medical Ethics Incorporation of a Halachic Pathway How to advocate for your loved ones Presented by: Toby Weiss, MSOD, Director of […]
Preparing for Tu B’Shevat Introduction to Tu B'shevat, and the connection to Eretz Yisrael. Significance and meaning of the holiday. Make your own Tu B’Shevat Seder Presented by: Yosef Gillers, Founder & Co-Director, Grow Torah CLICK HERE to register The information provided by the OU SPIRIT program is for informational purposes only and should not […]
A Trip Down Memory Lane Join us for a conversation between Rebbetzin Judi Steinig, Director of Community Programs, OU/SPIRIT Coordinator & Rena Yudkowsky, MSW, Memory Coach and Geriatric Social Worker, and SPIRIT presenter. We have all been enjoying Rena’s strategies and techniques in her 5 previous presentations. Let’s hear the background and learn a few more […]
Growth through Trauma: How a Challenging Past Becomes a Brighter Future Science is slowly recognizing what the Torah has always taught. Recognizing the trauma that Jews have undergone and how it affects us today. Learning to accept and embrace our collective past so that we can thrive. Presented by: Bracha Rupp, LCSW, Program Supervisor of Ohel’s […]
REDISOVER & RELOCATE – Delray Beach and Deerfield Beach FL. Choosing the right community for you. Deciding about a full time move or snowbird experience. Ensuring that you have an appropriate support system. Making the arrangements. Join us for a discussion about relocating to communities in Florida moderated by Rebbetzin Judi Steinig, Director of Community […]
Learn How to Make Fabulous Gluten-free Purim Desserts! Tiramisu Lemon Roll Cake Hamentaschen Presented by: Elaine Bodenheimer While living in New York, Elaine Bodenheimer taught gluten-free baking classes for 13 years. Since moving to Baltimore 5 years ago, she has been writing a column on gluten-free baking for the Baltimore Jewish Home newspaper. She welcomes any comments […]
Talk to Me! Hear Me! Love Me! Connecting to Your Grandchildren with Special Needs Presented by: Amanda Levy, LCSW, Director of Clinical Services, Yachad, and Batya Jacob, Director of Educational Support Services and Development Executive, Yachad Place: Where are you as a grandparent presently in life? Place: Where are your children as parents presently in […]
GRATITUDE AND HAPPINESS We are to increase our happiness for Adar. Our workshop will increase our understanding on what is gratitude and happiness from a Jewish and mental health perspective. Participants will learn healthy, practical ways to increase and express their gratitude. Presented by Faye Wilbur, LCSW-R, Director of Community Relations, Mishkon, The Jewish Board; Therapist in Private […]
Turning Your Conscience into Your Legacy: Ethical Wills and How to Prepare Them Ethical Wills: Definition and Purpose Classic Examples of Ethical Wills in Jewish Tradition Preparing One’s Own Ethical Will: A Practicum The Significance of Ethical Wills in the Age of COVID-19 Presented by: Rabbi Dr. Tzvi Hersh Weinreb Executive Vice President, Emeritus, Orthodox […]