Aviv Stories
March 01, 2024
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."
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 provides support for older adults and eases the strain on caregivers. Read More
August 29, 2023
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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!
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
“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
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
96-year-old Ellie says of her two One Good Deed matches, Helene and Michal: "They are my angels on Earth." Read More
May 02, 2022
Brain Health Bootcamp at JF&CS Strengthens Minds and Mental Health
JF&CS offers two brain health support programs: Brain Health Bootcamp, and Music and Memory. Each program is unique, and uses techniques that are both fun and scientific to help manage and maintain memories and brain health. Read More
April 26, 2022
Lila’s Story: JF&CS Secures Crucial Homecare After Near-Death Experience
Lila, a Holocaust Survivor from Ukraine, found herself in an extremely dangerous medical situation, and doctors were unsure if she would even survive. Despite all odds, she survived, but needed more assistance to be safe alone at home. JF&CS stepped… Read More
April 26, 2022
Mark’s Story: JF&CS Steps in with Homecare and Home Safety Modifications
Holocaust Survivor Mark moved to Georgia with no assets and low income. He applied for the Medicare that he desperately needs, but a decision could take months. What was he to do in the meantime? JF&CS was there to help. Read More
April 26, 2022
Adeliya’s Story: A Lifeline from the Georgia Heat
Holocaust Survivor Adeliya moved to Atlanta in 1976, and encountered some financial struggles. When her A/C broke in the middle of the sweltering Georgia summer, and it seemed like there was nowhere she could turn for financial help to repair it,… Read More
April 26, 2022
Boris’ Story: Connection and Care Where He Needed It
Boris, a Holocaust Survivor, moved to the United States four years ago, and faced a myriad of physical health problems. He also felt very lonely and isolated socially. JF&CS helped ensure his mental and physical health was taken care of. Read More