Aviv Stories
June 18, 2021
Three Free Services and Financial Benefits for Holocaust Survivors
At Jewish Family and Career Services of Atlanta, we provide a wide array of social services and assistance to holocaust survivors residing in the Southeast. Read More
June 07, 2021
Why You Should Consider Sharing Your Home
This year, our Aviv Older Adult Services department launched a new program: HomeShare ATL. The program matches older adults with homeseekers (or homeowners!) to provide a private bedroom, bathroom, and shared living space in exchange for rent or… Read More
June 02, 2021
Providing Layers of Support for Older Adults
Mrs. Rebecca Greene* is a 90 year old Jewish older adult. She called Federation, looking for help for assistance paying her rent. She was referred to JF&CS where she received help with more than just rent assistance. Read More
June 01, 2021
Cherie Aviv Continues to Bring Cheer to Holocaust Survivors Throughout the Pandemic
“I love this mask. It is the only one that fits me,” said a Holocaust survivor who received a cute mask with an apple pattern for the Rosh Hashanah holiday. A survivor’s granddaughter shared, “My grandmother adored the napkins picturing the Seder… Read More
April 23, 2021
AgeWell Atlanta Event: Running Around Jerusalem
'Running Around Jerusalem' will take you on virtual guided tours through the iconic city of Jerusalem. Join the creators Michael and Daniel live from Israel on May 12, 2021 from 3 PM - 4 PM for this specially modified class for our AgeWell Atlanta… Read More
February 05, 2021
Celebrating 15 Years of One Good Deed
Congratulations to One Good Deed on a huge milestone; celebrating 15 years of making matches between older adults and volunteers. Founded in 2006, and led by Sharon Spiegelman and Vivienne Kurland, One Good Deed, a program of Aviv Older Adult… Read More
November 23, 2020
COVID Brings More Loneliness to Seniors
“People need so much support right now that our care management and all of our Aviv Older Adult Services at JF&CS are bulging at the seams because people really are seeking out support for their elders. Especially for people who don’t drive and… Read More
September 22, 2020
How Do You Keep Your Brain Healthy During COVID-19?
Georgia Gunter, Geriatric Care Manager at JF&CS Atlanta, shares tips for older adults on how to keep their brain active and healthy during the pandemic. Read More
September 04, 2020
Better Together: A Partnership Between Meals On Wheels Atlanta and Aviv Older Adult Services – a Program of JF&CS
“Through our partnership with Meals On Wheels Atlanta, we have been able to serve clients more comprehensively, providing better coordination of care, doing what each of our organizations does best. It’s definitely a win-win for everyone!” says… Read More
September 03, 2020
Pop-up Concerts Delight Isolated Seniors
August 19, 2020 - AJTBob Bahr wrote how one pop-up concert honored an immigrant's anniversary. Read More
January 22, 2020
Workout Your Brain!
What is the BrainHealth Bootcamp, and how can it help me? Read More