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Comedian Pamela Rae Schuller is a relentlessly funny comedian, speaker and advocate. Her observations on disability, mental illness, dating, family and past misadventures have led to brutally honest confessions about what it’s like being 4 feet six inches (and a half) and have a whole lot of Tourette Syndrome.

This one woman show is sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Northeastern New York, Jewish Family Services and Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance & Inclusion Month (JDAIM).

Join us:
Saturday, February 8, 2020 at 7:30 P.M.
Admission is free
Jewish Federation of Northeastern New York
184 Washington Ave Ext
Albany NY 12203

For information, please contact Marci Galinkin, 518-783-7800 or mgalinkin@jewishfeny.org

Click here for the flyer.

The movie Judy is an adaptation of the play “End of the Rainbow.” Thirty years after starring in “The Wizard of Oz,” legendary singer and actor Judy Garland relocates her stage career to Britain. After some initial success for a run of sell-out concerts at the Talk of the Town in London, her efforts eventually stop making progress and even start to worsen due to health issues. Judy stars Renee Zellweger who recently won a Golden Globe for her outstanding performance. 
    

Join us on Thursday, March 5 at 12:00 p.m. at Congregation Beth Emeth (100 Academy Rd, Albany) for lunch by Cardona’s, followed by the movie. Please choose chicken parmesan or eggplant parmesan. The cost is $14 and includes salad, pasta and dessert.

     Please make your reservation with NNORC by Tuesday, March 3 at 518-514-2023. 

Available immediately: Part-Time Driver for Project 5 Program

Part-time driver sought to support Jewish Family Services of Northeastern New York Project 5 program. Inspired by the 5th Commandment, honor thy father and mother, Project 5 provides rides throughout the Capital Region for Jewish seniors who are no longer able to drive or have limited driving capabilities, but are able to walk, or use a cane or walker. Candidates must be patient, compassionate, understanding and appreciate needs of older adults.

Private rides will be to religious services or events, cultural and social events, or shopping and errands. This is the perfect part-time position for someone who loves seniors, wants their work to be meaningful, and enjoy having extra income.

Drivers will be trained by Jewish Family Services staff and will be expected to provide weekly reports to the program coordinator including mileage, time records, and passenger updates. Drivers will be reimbursed for mileage, time driving, and insurance umbrella policy. Hours per week will vary but expected hours are Fridays, 4-8 pm, Saturdays, 8:30 am-3 pm. This is not an on-call service. Seniors will schedule their rides in advance.  

Requirements include:

• Valid driver’s license
• Cell phone with sufficient data plan (partial reimbursement available)
• Own or have access to a reliable car
• Automobile insurance policy
• Umbrella/liability policy (reimbursable)
• Automobile registration

All potential employees of Jewish Family Services are subject to a criminal background check.

For consideration, please submit a resume, cover letter and two professional references to:

Human Resources
Jewish Family Services
77 Madison Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
or
info@jfsneny.org

Founded in 1854, Jewish Family Services provides a continuum of support services throughout the community for children, teens, adults, families and seniors. Our experienced staff provides counseling, home visits, case management, and long-term care planning for seniors. We foster independence for Jewish seniors by providing private transportation throughout the Capital Region and provide a range of health, wellness, and supportive services for older adults and their families in the JFS Albany NNORC (Neighborhood Naturally Occurring Retirement Community) and beyond.

Clinician/Counselor
Part-Time – Afternoons and Evenings

Per Diem Clinicians/Counselors to join our Supervised Visitation and Counseling program team.

Supervised Visitation:

Working with Family Courts in many Capital Region counties, JFS receives court-ordered referrals to provide supervised visits for non-custodial parents to see their children.

This position requires the clinician/counselor to provide a safe, neutral, relaxed atmosphere, monitoring parent/child their interactions with the goal of helping them build or re-build their relationships. The visits take place at JFS in Albany in the afternoon and evenings.

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s in Social Work, Psychology, or related field, and relevant work experience. LMSW or LMHC credential is a plus.

Position may grow commensurate with program need.

Counseling:

JFS provides counseling to people of all ages throughout the Capital Region for a variety of issues, from depression and anxiety to bereavement support to parenting concerns.

Counseling is confidential and may take place at JFS offices or at another location.

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s in Social Work, Psychology, or related field, and relevant work experience. LMSW, LMHC or relevant Master’s or PhD credentialing is preferred.

For consideration, please submit a resume and cover letter.

Please send cover letter and resume to:
Human Resources
Jewish Family Services
877 Madison Avenue
Albany, NY 12208

or

info@jfsneny.org

Jewish Family Services is a non-sectarian human service organization founded in 1854 with a mission to strengthen individuals, family and community. We provide professional services to assist all individuals and families coping with life challenges and transitions.

If there’s one thing you can count on each year, it is that you have to file your Federal and State income taxes! The good news is you can also count on NNORC and AARP joining forces to help you file your 2010 taxes at no charge.
We will be offering appointments on Tuesdays, February 4, February 11, February 18, and February 25. We are still finalizing the March and April dates. Please check the February NNORC News for more information. If you need help filing your taxes, please call NNORC at 518-514-2023 to reserve your hour-and-a-half time slot. Appointments are from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m (the last appointment is at 3:30 p.m.). The tax prep will be held at B’nai Sholom Reform Congregation, 420 Whitehall Rd. in Albany.

Come out for Senior Dining Night with NNORC at the JCC (340 Whitehall Rd., Albany) on Wednesday, February 5 at 4:45 p.m. The JCC will be having an indoor picnic (choose hamburger or hot dog) , along with good conversation and fun! NNORC night is always a good time to catch up with friends and make new ones.
Please call Louisa Soleau at the JCC Senior Center at 518-438-6651 to make your reservation by 9:30 a.m. on February 5. The suggested donation is $3. We look forward to seeing you there!
This program is supported by the Albany County Department for Aging.

We are joining forces with the talented staff at the Cornell Cooperative Extension to offer another hands-on cooking class. Join us on Wednesday, January 29 at 1:00 p.m. at First Congregational Church (405 Quail St, Albany) where we will learn about cooking superfoods. Come find out about some of the benefits of eating a diet rich in phytochemicals, antioxidants and superfoods. It may even help us live a longer, healthier life!
Please reserve your spot with NNORC at 518-514-2023. The cost of this program is $4.00. In the event of inclement weather, the class will be held the following day (Thursday, January 30). Stay tuned!

Mark Igemie from Verizon will give a presentation about how the advancement in wireless technology has enhanced convenience and safety in your homes. There are video doorbells and apps to control heating and lighting in your home. We will discuss how these products can make your lives more efficient and safe, as well as where this technology is headed in the future.
This program will be held at APL’s Bach Branch (455 New Scotland Avenue, Albany) on Thursday, January 23 at 6:00 p.m. Please call NNORC at 518-514-2023 if you are interested in attending.

Did you make a New Year’s resolution about making your home more manageable as you get older? For our first Breakfast Club of 2020 we will welcome Lynda Shrager, OTR, MSW, CAPS. She will discuss her book, Age in Place: A Guide to Modifying, Organizing & Decluttering Mom and Dad’s Home that provides a practical step-by-step guide to simple modifications that can help seniors make their homes safer and easier to navigate. Lynda’s book was highlighted in several publications, including the New York Times.

Please join us on Wednesday, January 15 at 9:30 a.m. at the Albany JCC (340 Whitehall Road, Albany). Reserve your seat and your bagel by calling NNORC at 518-514-2023.

Please save February 12 for our next Breakfast Club. Rhonda Murphy, Physician Assistant and Ilene Leveston, Patient Advocate from The Center for Rheumatology will be speaking about osteoporosis and arthritis.

This Hanukkah, give the gift of support, services, and resources to individuals and families in our community.

GIVE $50 |GIVE GUIDANCE
Provides two home visits by the NNORC nurse to conduct a safety assessment, check blood pressure, and help seniors organize their medications.

GIVE $100 | GIVE ASSISTANCE
Provides case management to help develop a care management plan for an ailing loved one.

GIVE $180 |GIVE REASSURANCE
Provides six weeks of a support group for someone who is trying manage caregiver responsibilities.

GIVE $360 | GIVE RESOURCES
Provides six sessions with JFS’ Senior Navigation team to explore long-term care options for seniors and their family.

GIVE $500 |GIVE INDEPENDENCE
Provides private rides for Jewish seniors through Project 5 to take them where they want to go, when they need to get there— throughout the Capital Region.

GIVE $1,000 | GIVE SERVICE
Provides 20 sessions with a licensed therapist to help an individual experiencing mental health issues not covered by traditional health insurance.

GIVE $1,800 |GIVE SUPPORT
Provides two months of counseling support for local Jewish day schools to help children develop problem-solving and communication skills in group and individual sessions.

Thank you for supporting JFS! Secure donations can be made online at jfsneny.org (Click Donate Now), by simply calling our office at 518-482-8856, or mailing a check to Jewish Family Services, 877 Madison Ave, Albany, NY 12208.

Please consider supporting JFS further by shopping through AmazonSmile and selecting Jewish Family Services of Northeastern New York as your charity. Visit smile.amazon.com with your regular Amazon login.