The holidays are a time of celebration for many, but when a loved one is struggling with dementia, memories of times gone by can make gatherings bittersweet. Adjusting expectations and embracing new …
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By Kathleen Biggs, CTRS
Assistant Director, Therapeutic Recreation
Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
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12/14/18
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“Porch pirates,” people that steal delivered packages or other items from outside other people’s homes, are the scourge of many who are awaiting mail ordered merchandise, especially during the …
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By Jeff Bessen
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12/13/18
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Nothing says “love” like fresh baked cookies and treats. The gift of homemade goodness is always welcome during the holiday season.
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By Karen Bloom
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11/29/18
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Dealing with drugs, avoiding thefts around the holidays and securing the local synagogues and yeshivas, were some of topics that Insp. Joseph Barbieri, commanding officer of the 4th Precinct, …
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11/29/18
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Thanksgiving is approaching — this year it’s Nov. 22 — and Five Towns organizations and institutions are doing their best to spread the holiday spirit. To help families in need …
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By Tyler Marko
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11/15/18
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The term Black Friday has become synonymous not only with large discounts on most-wanted holiday items, but also with scenes of unruly shoppers stampeding through the doors of the stores offering …
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By Tyler Marko
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11/15/18
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Why is it so hard to apologize? On the High Holy Days, Jewish people are called upon by God to seek out people we have wronged and ask forgiveness for what we have done to them, or failed to do for …
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9/6/18
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As English is my second language, I sometimes find it difficult to connect with some of the words used in the Jewish community.People are talking about where they are going for High Holiday Services. …
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9/6/18
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There’s an old phrase, “May you live in interesting times.” The phrase is not a blessing. To this we can attest, for we are certainly living in interesting times. We are confronted …
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9/6/18
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The Marion & Aaron Gural JCC is holding a Rosh Hashana food drive for people who are in need of a helping hand during the holiday season.Canned fruits and vegetables, dried fruit, salad dressing, …
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By Jeff Bessen
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9/6/18
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