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Get off the STRESS EXPRESS with MINDFULNESS
Join our wonderful meditation teacher, Patricia Orshan for practices/techniques to calm and enhance manage emotions and relationships in these challenging times.
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Contact Rachayle for next session. | Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 870 0468 9303 Passcode: 178537 Rachayle Deutsch |
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Tai Chi Techniques
Adam Schwartz, Director of Lynbrook Restorative Therapy and Nursing’s Pulmonary Program, will be sharing some Tai Chi techniques he uses for his patients to encourage relaxation, improve cognition and relieve symptoms of COPD.
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Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 851 1062 6095 Passcode: 120101 Rachayle Deutsch |
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CARDIO-BARRE-STRETCH Class
with fitness instructor Barbara Weinberg
A full body workout combining Barre-based Sculpting, No Impact Cardio, Stretching
No barre necessary. Have a mat and a chair and optional weights (2-3 lbs.) nearby.
Please let me know if you are interested in joining this class: rachayle.deutsch@guraljcc.org |
Rachayle Deutsch Cultural Arts and Education Director Kadima Program Coordinator rachayle.deutsch@guraljcc.org (516) 569-6733 x 222 |
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| Chair Stretch and Tone WOMEN’S CLASS with Barbara Weinberg This women’s class is designed to be challenging yet suitable for ALL fitness levels. Using our own body as resistance, we will strengthen and then stretch, every muscle group. A full body workout from head to toe with instructor Barbara Weinberg. Have a belt or band handy, if possible. |
Rachayle Deutsch |
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Zoom Pilates session from Barbara’s studio with Barbara Weinberg Strengthen, lengthen and build muscles. Increase balance and endurance. All levels welcome. For women only. |
Weekly on Wednesdays at 9am
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Rachayle Deutsch |
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| RESTORATIVE AYURVEDIC YOGA FLOW
Yoga is a sequence of movements, balance and stretches practiced in sync with your breath. Ancient Ayurveda, the latest wellness buzzword, enhances the flow by aligning with the current season and time. For women only. |
Jan 19, 2021 09:30 AM
Jan 21, 2021 09:30 AM
Jan 26, 2021 09:30 AM
Jan 28, 2021 09:30 AM
Feb 2, 2021 09:30 AM
Feb 4, 2021 09:30 AM
Feb 9, 2021 09:30 AM
Feb 11, 2021 09:30 AM
Feb 16, 2021 09:30 AM
Feb 18, 2021 09:30 AM
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Rachayle Deutsch |
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Zoom Book Club with Liz Ropers
A gripping, fascinating and true account of turn-of-the-century Galveston, Texas, a bustling port, and the role of Isaac Cline following the events immediately preceding, during and after the 1900 Galveston hurricane. A riveting and suspenseful story of what can happen when human arrogance meets the great uncontrollable force of nature. |
Jan 19, 2021 2:00 PM |
Rachayle Deutsch
Cultural Arts and Education Director
Kadima Program Coordinator rachayle.deutsch@guraljcc.org (516) 569-6733 x 222 |
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The Power of Prayer
with Michal Horowitz |
Jan 20, 2021 11:30 AM | Rachayle Deutsch Cultural Arts and Education Director Kadima Program Coordinator rachayle.deutsch@guraljcc.org (516) 569-6733 x 222 |
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| HEBREW CONVERSATION with educator and pedagogical consultant – Dina Shalev WE ALL HAVE A LOT ON OUR MINDS RIGHT NOW. LET’S TALK ABOUT IT – IN HEBREW! |
Weekly Monday AND Thursdays at 3pm
Jan 18, 2021 04:00 PM
Jan 21, 2021 04:00 PM
Jan 25, 2021 04:00 PM
Jan 28, 2021 04:00 PM
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Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 857 2914 7580 Passcode: 549805 Rachayle Deutsch |
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| REMARRIAGE AND THE STEP FAMILY
Guidelines to Achieve Success – a Zoom workshop with Susan Lamm, LCSW
No fee – Limited space To reserve your spot contact Rachayle (516)569-6733 ext. 222, rachayle.deutsch@guraljcc.org |
Tuesday evening January 19 8:30-9:30 pm |
Rachayle Deutsch Cultural Arts and Education Director Kadima Program Coordinator rachayle.deutsch@guraljcc.org (516) 569-6733 x 222 |
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| Kadima Women’s Support Group | Weekly on Wednesdays at 7:00pm | Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 813 5710 0374 Password: 109254 Rachayle Deutsch |
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| Zoom Coffee and Conversation with Jill Alper, LMSW for divorced and widowed men and women looking for additional support and socialization in a warm, welcoming and safe circle |
Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 830 5152 4180 Password: 610457 Rachayle Deutsch |
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| Student Loan Covid-19 Debt Management Webinar
NYLAG has added a new webinar for our clients – Student Loan Relief Under CARES Act. The webinar can be accessed at link below. This is the third in their series – previous webinars: 1) General Financial Management Advice-Covid 19 and 2) NYS Unemployment Insurance and Federal Benefits. Key Issues Addressed in Student Loan Webinar (about 15 minutes):
Individual consultations with Mark Alpert, NYLAG financial advisor, can be arranged by contacting Rachayle (516) 569-6733 ext. 222 or by e-mailing rachayle.deutsch@guraljcc.org. |
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R.I.S.E. During this unprecedented time in our lives we have all had to make changes and adjustments. The NechamaComfort team wants you to know that we are here for you and are currently holding our meetings via zoom. Women and men are welcome. If you are interested in participating, email nechama.groups@gmail.com with your name, phone number, and location (city). We will send an invitation with the Zoom link via email the day before the scheduled group. Please remember that we are continuing to offer the same support and guidance to you and your family. Please do not hesitate to reach out. 1(833)nechama. |
Rachayle Deutsch Cultural Arts and Education Director Kadima Program Coordinator rachayle.deutsch@guraljcc.org (516) 569-6733 x 222 |
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MOVING FORWARD AFTER COVID-19
with Lisa Barnett, LCSW-R
Gural JCC Director of Social Work
This weekly zoom Support Group is designed to provide empathy, compassion and coping strategies for those who survived the trauma of Covid-19. Each member will be able to tap into their inner resilience, move forward and learn that they are not alone.
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Tuesdays at 9:00 am |
Lisa Barnett, LCSW-R
Director of Social Work
516-569-6733
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| Traumatic Brain Injury Support Group (TBI) Join us for ongoing socialization, emotional support and friendship. |
Mondays 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Zoom meeting ID: 623 103 8986
Lisa Barnett, LCSW-R |
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| Coping with Anxiety During Covid
Dealing with loss, isolation, and anxiety during Covid-19? Please join us to discuss and learn different mechanism and coping skills to help you through this difficult time. |
Mondays, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Jan 20, 2021 10:00 AM
No session Jan 25
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Meeting ID: 899 7994 3554
Passcode: 046741
Please email judy.goldberg@guraljcc.org or call 516-569-6733 ext 224. |
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| Parkinson Support Group Coping Strategies, education and support Cathy Byrne Gerontologist/RN with 35 years of experience working with Parkinson’s clients. |
Tuesdays, 12pm | Contact Cathy Byrne at cathy.byrne@guraljcc.org or (516) 569-6733 x 220 for meeting details. | ||
| Caregivers Group | The Caregivers group will usually take place the first Tuesday of the month from 7:00 pm-8:30
February 2, 2021 7:00 PM
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Please email judy.goldberg@guraljcc. |
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| O.K.A.Y. Our Kids Abroad in Yisrael A networking group for moms whose children live in Israel |
Rachayle Deutsch Cultural Arts and Education Director Kadima Program Coordinator rachayle.deutsch@guraljcc.org (516) 569-6733 x 222 |
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| Support Group for Adults with Disabilities Support Group for Adults with Disabilities to connect, share resources, and support each other during the COVID 19 outbreak. |
Wednesdays at 5:00 PM
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Meeting ID: 822 0774 9750
Passcode: 569541
Amy Feldman |
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| “Long Island Friends Experience” (LIFE) Social/Recreational Group for Adults with Disabilities. Enjoy Opportunities to See and Develop Friendships. UkuKATIE 
SunRose Yoga with Michelle Join us for a relaxing evening of stretching, balancing, yoga poses, breathing exercises and guided meditation. No experience needed.
Come One, Come All! Register Here: These programs are made possible by the generosity of the Disability Opportunity Fund and the Ramer Family Foundation. |
UkuKATIE Monday, January 18, 2021 7 PM on Zoom SunRose Yoga with Michelle DRAMA WITH JACKIE |
Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 860 1014 4048 Passcode: 353597 Amy Feldman |
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ISPACE VOCATIONAL WORKSHOPS & JOB SEARCH SUPPORT
The I-Space (Inviting Special Populations to Access Community Environments) program offers adults (ages 18+) with disabilities & special needs the opportunity to maintain their dignity and sense of fulfillment through their placement in appropriate paid employment. I-Space works to identify placements suitable to their skill level and abilities through skills assessments, in addition to in-depth workplace and task evaluations.
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Amy Feldman, M.S. Ed.
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| Book Club for Adults with Disabilities “Reading gives us someplace to go when we have to stay where we are.”
– Mason Cooley
Our next book is Whitebird, by R.C. Palacio.
Inspired by her blockbuster phenomenon Wonder, R. J. Palacio makes her graphic novel debut with an unforgettable, Sydney Taylor Book Award-winning story of the power of kindness and unrelenting courage in a time of war.
While we will be reading the book together, and it is not mandatory to have it, we are recommending that each participant has their own copy, so that it can be easier to follow along, and have a more enjoyable experience. If you are interested in purchasing Whitebird, please click here.
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Tuesdays at 7 PM on Zoom
Book Club Register Here:
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Amy Feldman amy.feldman@guraljcc.org (516) 569-6733 x213 |
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| Chaverim Via Zoom |
Jan 21, 2021 01:00 PM
Jan 28, 2021 01:00 PM
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Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 862 4278 5981 Passcode: 540667 Lisa Barnett, LCSW-R
Director of Social Work
Judy Goldberg, LMSW |
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| Older Well Adults – Zoom Shalom Club
Exercise, followed by a discussion regarding self care and resiliency. |
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11am
Jan 19 – Concerts in Motion
Jan 21 – Discussion with Delaney Langbard, Social Work Intern
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Anyone interested to please email judy.goldberg@guraljcc.org and she can send anyone a link to join via email if necessary. | ||
| Second Generation Survivors Support Group The Marion and Aaron Gural JCC is proud to initiate a new, vital program for second generation survivors –  Preserving our Parents’ Legacy Discussion, education and projects to preserve our cherished memories |
Jan 25, 2021 7:00 PM
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For further information, call Judy Goldberg, LMSW at 516-569-6733 ext 224 or email judy.goldberg@guraljcc. |
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| Russian Division Class The winter semester will begin on Wednesday, January 13, 2021. Advanced chess classes will take place on Wednesdays, 6:00 PM to 7:20 PM, on Zoom. Price per class is $32.00; ($320.00 must be paid before January 13, 2021.) |
January 20,27 February 3,10,24 March 3,10,17,24 |
Yulia Gross Russian Division Children’s Programming Director (516) 569-6733 yulia.gross@guraljcc.org |
discussing ISAAC’S STORM by Erik Larson
Back by popular demand, we are thrilled to welcome back Katie and her Ukulele – otherwise known as UkuKATIE. Sing along or just listen to songs both classic and new for an evening of relaxing musical entertainment.
Rainbows Across Long Island
Reading/Literacy Resources
Audible (an Amazon Company) – All stories are free to stream on your desktop, laptop, phone or tablet.
Into the Book – Go “into the book” to play games that practice reading strategies!
Learning A-Z – Virtual Support for Learning During the Coronavirus Outbreak
Suessville – Read, play games and hand out with Dr. Seuss and his friends!
Storyline Online – Have some of your favorite stories read to you by movie stars!
Free Learning Websites for Kids
Switcheroo Zoo – Watch, listen and play games to learn about amazing animals!
Nat Geo For Kids – Learn all about geography and fascinating animals!
Fun Brain – Play games while practicing reading and math skills!
PBS Kids – Hang out with your favorite characters all while learning!
Star Fall – Practice your phonics skills with these read-along stories!
ABC YA – Practice Math and Reading sKills all while playing fun games!
Highlights Kids – Read, play games, and conduct cool science experiments!
Go Noodle – Movement and mindfulness videos and activities
Brain Pop & Brain Pop, Jr. Brainpop is for upper elementary, BrainPop Jr. is lower elementary
Splash Learn – Online Math Games
Virtual Field Trips
National Park Virtual Tours
Other Things To Do
List of Education Companies Offering Free Subscriptions Due to School Closings
Enrichment Activities for Children While Parents are Working Remotely
Free Social Emotional Learning Activities
Giant List of Ideas for Being Home with Kids
What Every Elementary/Middle Student Needs to Know about the Coronavirus
Leo The Lion
Hand Prints:
Materials:
Colored paper
White paper
Paint or ink pad
Scissors
Straws
Glue
1 black pipe cleaner cut in half
Googly eyes.
Directions:
Dip hand in paint or press onto ink pad and make hand prints on the white paper. Cut them out. Do one picture at a time and have fun.
Popsicle Stick Art
Materials:Popsicle sticks
Markers
Googly eyes, or anything round and small
White paper small piece
Glue
Large button
Directions:
Color 6 small sticks in different colors, color 1 large stick in brown and yellow on the bottom then glue all the sticks to the back of the button, glue on the big stick first then continue with the rest of the sticks then glue the eyes, cut small triangle and color it yellow, cut out a funny tongue and color it red, glue on beak and tongue.
Cassie Stephens’ Blog: https://cassiestephens.blogspot.com
Cereal Box Puzzle
The Long Island Council on Alcoholism and Drug dependence is offering clinicians on call 24 hours a day 631-979-1700.
National Alliance for Mentally Ill offering telephone support for those coping with a loved one with mental health issues during this time of crisis. 1-800-950-6264
Disaster Distress Helpline 24/7 365 days a year 1-800-985-5990
Stay Calm During this Crisis: https://www.calm.com/blog/take-a-deep-breath
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America is offering the following services to families
- “Virtual” therapeutic programs such as music, art and dance therapy to serve individuals who either cannot, or are advised not to, leave their homes. Visit their Facebook page to participate.
- The AFA Helpline remains open with its normal hours of operation (9 am to 9 pm ET on weekdays, 9 am to 3 pm ET on weekends). Connect with a licensed social worker by calling 866-232-8484, through our website, alzfdn.org, by clicking on the blue and white chat icon in the bottom right-hand corner of the page or by sending a text message to 646-586-5283 (the web chat and text chat accepts conversations in more than 90 languages).
- The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America can be reached @ 866-232-8484.
American Society on Aging has webinars for caregivers – www.asaging.org
What to know and How to protect yourself during COVID 19 Outbreak: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has guidance on managing mental health and coping during COVID-19 for children and caregivers
The Child Mind Institute resources on how to talk about COVID-19
The World Health Organization (WHO) has information on travel, media resources, and other research on COVID-19
Anxiety and Depression Association of America provides some strategies and tips for coping with COVID-19 anxiety
Boys Town has information on talking to children about the information they are hearing
https://www.autismspeaks.org/science-news/what-should-autism-community-know-about-coronavirus-outbreak Information for the autism community regarding COVID 19
https://acl.gov/COVID-19 info on what do individuals with disabilities need to know
Education information regarding children with disabilities during the COVID 19 outbreak: https://sites.ed.gov/idea/idea-files/q-and-a-providing-services-to-children-with-disabilities-during-the-coronavirus-disease-2019-outbreak/
https://www.forbes.com/sites/andrewpulrang/2020/03/08/5-things-to-know-about-coronavirus-and-people-with-disabilities/#6c77d9991d21 – helpful tips
https://creakyjoints.org/living-with-arthritis/coronavirus-facts-for-chronic-illness-patients/ – info regarding individuals with chronic illnesss regarding COVID 19
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/specific-groups/high-risk-complications.html – helpful tips and info
https://www.health.harvard.edu/diseases-and-conditions/coronavirus-resource-center – helpful tips and info