Diane Baer, an Illinois native, moved her mother from Chicago to Seattle when she was in her 80’s. When her mom arrived, Diane’s life was very full – career, children and many community involvements, including Temple Beth Am and JFS. Diane talked with us about caring for a loved one through their later years. Tell…
Tapping Into Hidden Potential
While studying in England when I was much younger, I had a conversation with an elderly nun who dedicated her life to serving the vulnerable on the streets of London. While we were talking, she shared a story about the origins of Michelangelo’s statue of David. “One of the most beautiful sculptures ever created,” she…
Stories From the Luncheon
Since 1892, JFS has been committed to helping people in our region achieve well-being, health and stability. Whether providing support for people living with disabilities, making their home in a new country or experiencing domestic violence or another crisis, JFS has remained dedicated to treating our clients with dignity. Part of this is recognizing that…
Opening Our Hearts to Possibility
Biblical characters are famously flawed in one way or another. They are human. Like us. Worth loving and learning from in spite of – or perhaps because of – their flaws. Jacob is also known as Israel, a name which acknowledges his ability to prevail in struggles with God. He also is the master of…
ESL Class Teaches More Than English
Volunteer Leslie Taub spends her Friday afternoons teaching English classes to a group of Russian women in their 70’s and 80’s. They emigrated from the former Soviet Union anywhere from 5-20 years ago. Each is dedicated to improving her English. We talked to Leslie to learn about her class and students. Where does your interest…
Aging and Sexuality
The desire for intimacy is timeless. It begins when we are young and continues throughout our lives. Sex is only one part of intimacy, but the topic is taboo for many of us, especially as we age. It is not always easy for people, especially those in later life, to talk with a friend, a…
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