By Chris Rosenthal, Aging & Disability Services Director My beloved mom passed away recently. She had been a hospice patient for over three years. She always reminded us that “no one lives forever.” It was her acceptance of death that made it possible for her to readily accept hospice care. Mom gave her family the […]
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In Honor of the marriage of Rabbi Tamar Grimm and Andrew Magill Re’ema Absey Lorin, Scott, Adam, Talia & Ella Godes Jonathan Grad Ioni & Laura Gueron Leslie Hahn Lorraine Hertz Bruce Kessler Richard Markovitz Belina Reisman Allison Roba Ellen R. Rolnitzky April M. Shaw Emma Stout Alex Treitler In honor of Chris Rosenthal Barbara […]
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In 2010 the State of MN passed legislation requiring the state to prepare for the huge impact Alzheimer’s disease will have on our population and our resources over the next few decades. One of the five areas the state identified as needing attention is helping communities become dementia capable.The state chose five pilot communities for […]
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A new online survey has been launched to collect air travel experiences of persons living with dementia and their travel companions, from booking flights to arriving at their travel destination. The MSP Dementia-Friendly Airport Project is led by Roseville Alzheimer’s and Dementia Community Action Team (Roseville A/D) and includes officials from MSP, the Brisbane Airport […]
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In the Making an Impact series, clients and services are featured to expand awareness of the wide array of help available at JFS and to ensure donors understand the lives they touch and the difference they make throughout the community. Client names have been changed to protect their confidentiality. The JFS Volunteer Engagement Specialist received a call […]
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According to a CNN article, the latest statistics released by the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) indicate the US is riding a wave of generosity driven by millions of people who freely offer their time, labor, and expertise. Read the full report here. It comes as no surprise to JFS Volunteer Engagement Specialist Margie Solomon […]
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This article is taken from the July 8 issue of the Times of Israel. BERLIN (AP) — The organization that handles claims on behalf of Jews who suffered under the Nazis said Tuesday that Germany has agreed to extend compensation to their surviving spouses and to increase other payments, taking the total to be paid […]
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Cheryl Anderson has accepted the position of Disability Services Case Manager at JFS. Cheryl will provide comprehensive case management services for adults with disabilities including complex medical and mental health diagnoses and development disabilities. Cheryl has a bachelor’s degree in psychology and is a licensed social worker. She has volunteered for more than 14 years on […]
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Did you know that July, August, and September are the months with the most birthdays? As the birthday season approaches, remember the Shalom Baby program at JFS. All babies registered with the Shalom Baby program will receive a package that includes Shabbat ritual items, fun baby gifts and keepsakes, and resource information. Shalom Baby offers in […]
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The UCare and Medica contracted care management teams recently underwent their annual audits to ensure they are in compliance with the various regulations outlined by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid (CMS). After a stressful day waiting for the results, both teams scored well and received compliments from the auditors. Both health plans were given minor […]
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