JSDD News Archives - Page 12 of 21

LGBTQ+WAE Holds Second Virtual Meeting

February 10, 2021 / JSDD News, WAE Center News

Group for LGBTQ+ adults with developmental disabilities to meet via Zoom on February 16, 7pm, via Zoom. New members welcome!

LGBTQ+ WAE brings together people who share similar life experiences to enjoy the support of that community. The goal: to lessen the isolation and reduce stereotypes and misperceptions of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) who identify as LGBTQ+. Regularly scheduled online or in-person meetings allow participants to connect with others who deal with similar issues in a more diverse group than they might otherwise encounter.
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Now Live! Community through Creativity – JDAIM 2021 Virtual Exhibit

February 5, 2021 / JSDD News, WAE Center News

Community through Creativity – JDAIM 2021 virtual exhibit runs February 5 – March 5 February is Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance & Inclusion Month The mission of Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance and Inclusion Month (JDAIM) is to unite Jewish communities worldwide to raise …

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Shabbat Celebration – Friday, January 29, 2021

February 5, 2021 / JSDD News

The celebration of Shabbat is essential to Jewish tradition. Residents of JSDD’s homes and friends certainly miss greeting each other in person, but the silver lining of this past year is that participation in the weekly ritual of greeting of the Sabbath …

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Shabbat Celebration via Zoom – Friday, January 22, 2021

January 27, 2021 / JSDD News

Shabbat Celebration via Zoom – Friday, January 22, 2021 JSDD residents continue to be hungry for the connection with friends during the weekly spiritual and moving zoom Sabbath experience with Hagit. Engaging in Shabbat rituals is comforting and lifts their spirts. The …

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Shabbat Celebration via Zoom – Friday, January 8, 2021

January 19, 2021 / JSDD News

Each Shabbat Hagit Oren, JSDD’s Judaic Coordinator has the opportunity to share a Shabbat story with our residents and invited guests. It is a favorite time of the week for all participants as they gather, through Zoom, and continue learning. One of …

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Shabbat Celebration via Zoom – Friday, January 1, 2021

January 7, 2021 / JSDD News

Shabbat, like many important facets of Judaism, has its origins in the Torah. It is celebrated with a festive meal and ceremonies. JSDD’s Judaic Coordinator, Hagit Oren continues to bring these ceremonies to life each week for our residents and guests with …

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From The Jewish Standard: Adath Shalom Models Inclusion

January 4, 2021 / JSDD News

The December 22 edition of The Jewish Standard reports on the wonderful Open Door Minyan program hosted by Adath Shalom synagogue, Morris Plains, and attended by JSDD residents.
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Zoom Shabbat Gathering – Friday, December 18, 2020

December 24, 2020 / JSDD News

One constant theme in the Shabbat observance is the importance of home life with family members and guests. JSDD’s Judaic Coordinator, Hagit Oren, creates a spiritual experience each week with the illumination of a candle-lighting ceremony and this week the honor was …

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5th Night of Hanukkah Festivity via Zoom – December 14, 2020

December 16, 2020 / JSDD News

5th Night of Hanukkah Festivity via Zoom – December 14, 2020 Hanukkah, one of the most observed Jewish holidays, is a festive eight-day celebration. The holiday brings light, joy and warmth into JSDD’s homes. Rabbi Rudin from Adath Shalom in Morris Plains …

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Third Night of Hanukkah and Havdalah – December 12, 2020

December 16, 2020 / JSDD News

The ritual to light the Hanukkah candles is taking place in all JSDD’s homes nightly lead by Hagit Oren, Judaic Coordinator via Zoom. This year the third night of Hanukkah was also the ritual of Havdalah, a Jewish ceremony that marks the …

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