All of us have a stake in the fight for equality and inclusion for people with disabilities. Our experience and our history have ingrained in us the importance of taking action whenever society stigmatizes a group of people or deems them less worthy of rights and opportunities. Join us for a conversation with Itzhak Perlman […]
All of us have a stake in the fight for equality and inclusion for people with disabilities. Our experience and our history have ingrained in us the importance of taking action whenever society stigmatizes a group of people or deems them less worthy of rights and opportunities. Join us for a conversation with Itzhak Perlman […]
Jewish community professionals Tema Smith, Sharoni Sibony and Liv Mendelsohn discuss how experience with invisible disabilities has impacted their Jewish communal life and work. We will talk about the barriers faced and opportunities in finding new communities and new ways of thinking. This panel is part of Jewish Disabilities Awareness and Inclusion Month. Register […]
Jewish community professionals Tema Smith, Sharoni Sibony and Liv Mendelsohn discuss how experience with invisible disabilities has impacted their Jewish communal life and work. We will talk about the barriers faced and opportunities in finding new communities and new ways of thinking. This panel is part of Jewish Disabilities Awareness and Inclusion Month. Register […]
Since we are unable to gather to watch a movie in person, this year's SNP Movie Night will be book-club style! Watch Far From The Tree on your own time before February 8th, then join a live discussion of the movie over Zoom, facilitated by members of the Special Needs Partnership Committee. Based on The […]
Since we are unable to gather to watch a movie in person, this year's SNP Movie Night will be book-club style! Watch Far From The Tree on your own time before February 8th, then join a live discussion of the movie over Zoom, facilitated by members of the Special Needs Partnership Committee. Based on The […]
Temple Shalom Sisterhood is delivering a Valentine's Day-themed Shabbat Dinner to all the CHAI residents and staff. They will also be invited to join Temple Shalom Shabbat Services online. There is a 5:30-6:00 pm chat time before services start at 6 pm.
Temple Shalom Sisterhood is delivering a Valentine's Day-themed Shabbat Dinner to all the CHAI residents and staff. They will also be invited to join Temple Shalom Shabbat Services online. There is a 5:30-6:00 pm chat time before services start at 6 pm.
Friday, February 12, 2021 6:30pm – 9:00pm Congregation Anshai Torah will be holding a Special Needs Shabbat service with guest speaker Rabbi Artson. Rabbi Dr. Bradley Shavit Artson holds the Abner and Roslyn Goldstine Dean's Chair of the Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies and is Vice President of American Jewish University in Los Angeles. Rabbi Artson has […]
Join Congregation Beth Torah as they host an Inclusive Shabbat, at which time the Korman Family—Sarah, Ira, and Jacob—will be recognized for their consistent and devoted support of Congregation Beth Torah inclusion efforts. The CBT Inclusion Fund has been renamed the Korman Family Inclusion Fund in their honor. You can also tune in to any Shabbat […]
Join Congregation Beth Torah as they host an Inclusive Shabbat, at which time the Korman Family—Sarah, Ira, and Jacob—will be recognized for their consistent and devoted support of Congregation Beth Torah inclusion efforts. The CBT Inclusion Fund has been renamed the Korman Family Inclusion Fund in their honor. You can also tune in to any Shabbat […]
Jewish Family Service and Congregation Shearith Israel have invited our Community Homes for Adults, Inc (CHAI) residents to join us for a Bingo Bash in honor of Special Needs Awareness Month and Jewish Disabilities Awareness Month. Snacks and prizes will be provided, so we plan on bringing the FUN! Sign up to volunteer for the […]
Jewish Family Service and Congregation Shearith Israel have invited our Community Homes for Adults, Inc (CHAI) residents to join us for a Bingo Bash in honor of Special Needs Awareness Month and Jewish Disabilities Awareness Month. Snacks and prizes will be provided, so we plan on bringing the FUN! Sign up to volunteer for the […]
In recognition of JDAIM (Jewish Disability Acceptance, Awareness & Inclusion Month), The Jewish Disability Consortium of Greater Philadelphia invites you to a series of speakers in December, January and February on disability inclusion topics. Take a break from work – grab a coffee or nosh – and learn with us from an expert in the […]
In recognition of JDAIM (Jewish Disability Acceptance, Awareness & Inclusion Month), The Jewish Disability Consortium of Greater Philadelphia invites you to a series of speakers in December, January and February on disability inclusion topics. Take a break from work – grab a coffee or nosh – and learn with us from an expert in the […]
Have a Purim costume complete with coordinated mask you want to show off? How about a craving for hamantashen? You're in luck! Friendship Circle of Dallas is hosting a drive through Purim carnival this Sunday in the JCC Dallas parking lot! The event will run from 2:00pm - 4:30pm and is sure to be a […]
Have a Purim costume complete with coordinated mask you want to show off? How about a craving for hamantashen? You're in luck! Friendship Circle of Dallas is hosting a drive through Purim carnival this Sunday in the JCC Dallas parking lot! The event will run from 2:00pm - 4:30pm and is sure to be a […]
Strengthening Student Engagement: Ways to Reduce Stress and Build Connections Sunday, February 21, 2021 Released at 6:00pm Engaging students who are miles away necessitates a new set of teaching strategies requiring teachers to adapt to a host of exhausting new challenges. This presentation will explore strategies to strengthen student engagement as well as suggestions for […]
Bring the joy of Broadway into your homes and bodies with some Broadway Boogie! Dance to your favourite show tunes without having to leave your chair! We will dance to classics like “Dancing Queen”, “I got Rhythm”, “All That Jazz”, and “Take Back Your Mink!” Can you name those musicals?! This class is inclusive and […]
Bring the joy of Broadway into your homes and bodies with some Broadway Boogie! Dance to your favourite show tunes without having to leave your chair! We will dance to classics like “Dancing Queen”, “I got Rhythm”, “All That Jazz”, and “Take Back Your Mink!” Can you name those musicals?! This class is inclusive and […]
Free Workshop on How Assistive Technology Tools Can Facilitate Daily Life Across the Lifespan Including School, Work and Home When daily tasks are difficult to accomplish, assistive technology tools can help persons with disabilities improve functional capabilities, which increases their independence. Join us for this month's exciting topic in Alpert Jewish Family Service's Life Planning educational […]
Free Workshop on How Assistive Technology Tools Can Facilitate Daily Life Across the Lifespan Including School, Work and Home When daily tasks are difficult to accomplish, assistive technology tools can help persons with disabilities improve functional capabilities, which increases their independence. Join us for this month's exciting topic in Alpert Jewish Family Service's Life Planning educational […]
*Rescheduled* Wednesday, February 24, 2021 8:00pm – 9:00pm An ADHD diagnosis is not a life-sentence! During this session, Hilary will help parents identify ways to make living with a child with ADHD or ADHD symptoms more manageable and enjoyable for everyone in the household, while also raising awareness and dispelling myths about the disorder. Participants […]
One of the biggest challenges and needs for individuals and families affected by disability is finding inclusive, strong communities where they can belong and thrive. Please join the Faith Inclusion Network community as we come together to learn how to strengthen communities in congregations, learn from self-advocates and share the most recent knowledge of inclusion […]
Friday, February 26, 2021 8:00am – 2:00pm One of the biggest challenges and needs for individuals and families affected by disability is finding inclusive, strong communities where they can belong and thrive. Please join the Faith Inclusion Network community as we come together to learn how to strengthen communities in congregations, learn from self-advocates and […]
One of the biggest challenges and needs for individuals and families affected by disability is finding inclusive, strong communities where they can belong and thrive. Please join the Faith Inclusion Network community as we come together to learn how to strengthen communities in congregations, learn from self-advocates and share the most recent knowledge of inclusion […]
