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November 15, 2023, 12:23 pm
Jewish Care supports the repatriated
Jewish Care programs offered include social work services that support individuals and families with challenges such as family violence, mental health, child wellbeing concerns and homelessness.
By Carol Saffer
PJV president Maureen Barten.
July 3, 2023, 6:52 am
PJV’s week of caring
...volunteers will commit to three-and-a-half hours a day of activities focusing on tikkun olam and of chesed (loving-kindness). They will also commit to eight hours of education during that week, which can include taking part in Shabbat activities.
By Peter Kohn
Holocaust survivors gathered at the Melbourne Holocaust Museum opening with former federal treasurer Josh Frydenberg. Photo: Peter Haskin.
June 29, 2023, 11:07 am
Morning tea at the MHM
Volunteer Welfare Officer Rae Silverstein believes "this new program is a fantastic opportunity for volunteers to connect with our amazing survivors, hear their stories, and build ongoing friendships".
By Mia Gardiner
From left: Silva Bernhard, Vanessa Cohen, Nicole Brittain and Kiera Maloney at Sleep at the 'G.
June 5, 2023, 7:16 am
Helping homeless Victorians
The team raised funds on a matching basis with Gandel Foundation, providing a total of $21,786.
By AJN STAFF
A young Orthodox boy wearing a mask on Glen Eira Road, Ripponlea. Photo: Peter Haskin
May 11, 2023, 9:32 am
The community reflects following WHO COVID19 declaration
While the Australian Jewish community and others continue to feel the ongoing effects of COVID-19, we proved united throughout the pandemic.
By MIA GARDINER & CARLY ADNO
Lior.
April 27, 2023, 12:11 pm
Lior to perform at annual dinner
Lior has collaborated with numerous artists including Nigel Westlake and the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, and has performed at the world-famous Sydney Opera House.
By Mia Gardiner
Cassandra Barrett addressing those participating in the Walk Against Family Violence.
December 7, 2022, 8:52 am
Walk against family violence
A record 15 community organisations joined together to support the annual Walk Against Family Violence (WAFV).
By Mia Gardiner
Jewish Care employees with Rabbi Glasman at St Kilda Shule.
July 13, 2022, 3:07 pm
Judaism boot camp
"Ethos Day provides employees with a fully immersive experience into Jewish traditions and culture."
By Mia Gardiner
Dr Simon Grof dons his crazy socks in support of the campaign.
June 29, 2022, 3:17 pm
Grof’s in socks for docs
"Pre-pandemic, levels of stress across the sector were already significant. In a 'COVID-normal' world, they are unfathomable."
By Mia Gardiner
Pictured are (back from left): Michael Schoenfeld, Richard Kennett, Vanessa Cohen, Israeli ambassador Amir Maimon, Lisa Kennett, Prof Alan Lilly, Susie Ivany, Steven Klein, Sharon Klein; (front): Julius Schoenfeld.
May 29, 2022, 1:09 pm
‘A sign of true commitment’
Earlier this month, 250 supporters of Jewish Care gathered for the 2022 annual dinner to help raise funds for Jewish Care's Community Appeal.
By Mia Gardiner
May 2, 2022, 9:00 am
Mental health review
Jewish Care has released a survey to better understand and support the mental health needs of the Jewish community.
By Mia Gardiner
Photo: Supplied
March 30, 2022, 11:45 am
Greetings Mr Ambassador
Maimon described the visit as "quite moving and emotional".
By AJN STAFF
Dr Simon Grof
March 7, 2022, 10:02 am
Inaugural CMO appointed
"I see the CMO role as a way to help drive excellence in clinical care, whilst at the same time helping to inform the strategic direction for Jewish Care..."
By Mia Gardiner
From left: Commissioner for Senior Victorians Gerard Mansour, Debra Kiven, Mrs Delysia Payhoff and Jewish Care CEO Bill Appleby.
November 29, 2021, 12:45 pm
Payhoff’s work pays off
Mrs Delysia Payhoff, founder of the Friends of Montefiore Committee, has been awarded Jewish Care's Leo and Mina Fink Community Service Award.
By AJN STAFF
Photo: AAP Image/Mick Tsikas.
November 12, 2021, 9:50 am
COVID: NSW Jewry coped better than Vic
"One of the key messages is that Melbourne's lack of a united communal structure meant that it was less well prepared to deal with the challenges that COVID-19 raised."
By Gareth Narunsky and Peter Kohn
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