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November 06, 2024

Resilience in the Face of Hatred

Resilience in the Face of Hatred

We recently discussed the impact of antisemitism with our Holocaust Support Services team and one of our survivor clients, Bebe. Read More

November 04, 2024

Thank You for Caring: Caregiver Appreciation Month

Thank You for Caring: Caregiver Appreciation Month

November is National Family Caregivers Month, and our Aviv team is here to help. Read More

May 30, 2024

It’s Never Too Late (Or Too Early) To Prevent Dementia

It’s Never Too Late (Or Too Early) To Prevent Dementia

June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Health Awareness Month, so we wanted to highlight preventative measures to keep your brain sharp! Read More

May 28, 2024

A Purr-fect Birthday For Helen

A Purr-fect Birthday For Helen

As Helen's 100th birthday approached, her Geriatric Care Manager Georgia Gunter knew she wanted to make it special... Read More

March 28, 2024

We Provide Support for Multiple Generations

We Provide Support for Multiple Generations

Aging continuously brings new challenges, and Aviv Older Adult Services helps both older adults and their adult children to navigate this stage of life. Read More

March 01, 2024

Memory Support Coaching Now Available

Memory Support Coaching Now Available

Aviv Older Adult Services is pleased to be offering Memory Support Coaching to clients and their caregivers. Read More

November 01, 2023

Lev's Journey: "I came to the US with no money. Today, I have lots of help from JF&CS. I am very lucky."

Lev's Journey: "I came to the US with no money. Today, I have lots of help from JF&CS. I am very lucky."

In preparation for Community of Giving 2023, we are sharing a story of impact from last year's event. Read on to learn about Lev's remarkable life, and how JF&CS has been able to help with the support of our community. Read More

September 22, 2023

Geriatric Care Management: A Lifeline Resource for Caregivers

Geriatric Care Management: A Lifeline Resource for Caregivers

Geriatric Care Management provides support for older adults and eases the strain on caregivers. Read More

August 29, 2023

Memory Support Coaching Now Available

Memory Support Coaching Now Available

Memory Support Coaching is now available through Aviv Older Adult Services. Read More

June 30, 2023

Building Community Through One Good Deed

Building Community Through One Good Deed

Hardship can strike when we least expect it, and when it happens, we need the support of our community to get through. This is the story about how one couple found themselves navigating the unknown, and how they ultimately found community and… Read More

June 24, 2023

Sensory Support Eases Life with Dementia

Sensory Support Eases Life with Dementia

Dementia care is always evolving, and JF&CS’ Aviv Older Adult Services offers four intuitive, evidence-based programs designed to improve quality of life not only for people living with dementia, but for their loved ones, too. Read More

May 30, 2023

JF&CS Hosts Virtual Dementia Tour

JF&CS Hosts Virtual Dementia Tour

What would it feel like to have dementia? How can family better understand what their loved ones are dealing with? JF&CS recently had the opportunity to host the Virtual Dementia Tour, which is an evidence-based, patented program designed to allow… Read More

May 08, 2023

A Journey of Faith

A Journey of Faith

Grant was 27 years old when he decided to become a Bar Mitzvah. He was able to do so with assistance from Rabbi Judith Beiner, JF&CS Community Chaplain, who connected with him and his family across oceans, generations, and stages of life. Read More

April 25, 2023

Volunteer Appreciation Month: One Good Deed

Volunteer Appreciation Month: One Good Deed

We at JF&CS are deeply grateful for the work of our volunteers, without whom we couldn’t fulfill our mission to transform lives. April is Volunteer Appreciation Month, and to celebrate we’ll be sharing stories about these incredible individuals.… Read More

March 29, 2023

Bubbeleh, Brain Health Bootcamp, and Bows

Bubbeleh, Brain Health Bootcamp, and Bows

Stories of connection happen often with JF&CS, but it’s not every day we hear of one that ties a dog, a mitzvah, the Kosher Food Pantry, and JFS Seattle together with a Renterpieces bow. Read More

March 13, 2023

The Hogeweyk Way: Improving Quality of Life at The Dementia Village

The Hogeweyk Way: Improving Quality of Life at The Dementia Village

What can a town in The Netherlands teach us about how to treat people with dementia? Deborah Zisholtz, Director of Aviv Older Adult Services, and Georgia Gunter, Geriatric Care Manager, recently traveled to The Netherlands to find out when they… Read More

September 06, 2022

In-Person Senior Day Was A Hit for Older Adults!

In-Person Senior Day Was A Hit for Older Adults!

Senior Day Was Monday, September 12 at the MJCCA Read More

June 30, 2022

One Good Deed Volunteer Jessie and Her Phone Friendship with Valeri and Chana

One Good Deed Volunteer Jessie and Her Phone Friendship with Valeri and Chana

“Even though we have never met in person, I feel so connected to them,” said Jessie, a One Good Deed Volunteer, of her phone relationship with Valeri and Chana, whom she is helping to learn English. Read More

May 24, 2022

The Magic of Music and Memory

The Magic of Music and Memory

Through curated and personalized music playlists, the Music and Memory program at JF&CS is helping those in the community struggling from memory loss remember who they are, and is bringing joy to their lives with the power of music. Read More

May 09, 2022

Celebrating One Good Deed Friendships: 96-Year-Old Ellie and Her Two Matches

Celebrating One Good Deed Friendships: 96-Year-Old Ellie and Her Two Matches

96-year-old Ellie says of her two One Good Deed matches, Helene and Michal: "They are my angels on Earth." Read More