Hello everyone,
My name is Sarah Friedman, and I recently came on board with Jewish Social Services of Madison as the Communications and Administrative Assistant. I graduated from Barnard College, Columbia University in 2015 with a BA in English. After teaching middle school and working as a recruiter, I moved to Madison in 2017 to start my PhD in English literature at The University of Wisconsin-Madison. I am currently writing my dissertation, which focuses on representations of gender, embodiment and vulnerability in literary, medical, and historical texts written in late medieval Europe. I also serve as an instructor at UW for introduction to literature and composition courses, and I am consistently inspired by the intellectual curiosity and generosity that the students bring to the table.
I reside in downtown Madison with my partner, Josh, who is earning his PhD in UW’s History of Science program. In my free time, I enjoy various forms of movement, such as ballet, barre, spinning, and horseback riding. I also love spending time with my puppy, Penny, who is a 5-month-old Shih-Tzu Bichon Frise mix.
I am thrilled to join JSS and I hope to meet more of you as in person events start resuming!
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We are running low on funds for this NECESSARY program.
Watch for our next E-Connect to hear more about some of the people that YOUR gifts have helped.
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TO JOIN ZOOM PROGRAMS: Watch out for an email, or go to www.jssmadison.org/calendar and choose a program by date. Click on the event title to open up a new window that will have details and a Zoom link for that program. On Monday mornings, we send out an email notice with the link for Yoga From A Chair. If you are not on that email list, but wish to be – please let us know.
Recordings of past Zoom programs are available on JSS’ YouTube channel. There is also a link to the channel on www.jssmadison.org under the Communications menu.
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Join JSS on Mondays for Schmoozing at 11am and
Yoga From A Chair at 11:30am
With Betsy Haimson
Meeting ID: 406 575 567
Join by phone: (312) 626-6799, 406 575 567#
For questions about Zoom programs, call Paul Borowsky at (608) 442-4083.
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We are excited to finally be able to resume in person Shabbat Services at Capitol Lakes and Oakwood Village! Join Rabbi Renee Bauer and Rabbi Andrea Steinberger one Friday each month for Shabbat candle lighting and prayer. See the JSS Calendar for dates and times https://jssmadison.org/calendar
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Volunteer Opportunities
As more of us are vaccinated, and COVID restrictions ease and protocols evolve, we want to thank our volunteers that could do so for staying active, often via telephone, internet, and expanded holiday gift-giving and deliveries.
Now that there are expanded ways to interact safely, requests for volunteers as friendly visitors, shopping partners, and other tasks are coming in quickly. We will be having volunteers help with Shabbats and hopefully more in-person events beginning this summer. Also, we are receiving more families for refugee resettlement. We really could use additional help with apartment setup. JSS has a van that we use for larger families. If you are comfortable picking up and driving the van or have a vehicle yourself, we will always need a good size pool of drivers. Some of you are already engaged in some of these roles – thank you again.
For those who want more specifics about these and other emerging volunteer opportunities or know someone who may be a good fit for our programs, please contact us via email or phone number below.
As we move forward, we understand that volunteers and those we help will have varying degrees of comfort level and needs regarding any in-person visiting or transportation help. We will work together with you and your clients to respect that and keep us all safe. We look forward to hearing from you.
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Adult learners need your help with English language and literacy
Thanks to Jewish Federation of Madison through the Cheryl Rosen Weston Fund – Jewish Social Services is partnering with the Literacy Network to offer training and volunteer opportunities this fall working with adult learners in English as a Second Language, GED preparation and/or general literacy skills.
It will involve an initial training session, gaining familiarity with lesson plans and materials prepared by Literacy Network staff, and weekly meetings with an adult learner. The fall session begins in September and runs through mid-December. Until further notice, all meetings will continue to be online.
Research shows that adult learners with basic skills need individualized support. Through a unique model in which interns plan individual lessons delivered one-on-one by volunteer tutors, Literacy Network provides effective and efficient direct support to hundreds of adult learners each year. Staff creates personal education plans thru a flexible curriculum, and provides opportunities for follow-up and feedback between staff, clients and volunteers.
Thanks for those of you who responded already – we still are recruiting. To get further info about this opportunity, please contact JSS volunteer coordinator, Paul Borowsky, 608-442-4083 or paul@jssmadison.org. Check for further descriptions, specific training dates, applications, and other details on the Literacy Network website: https://www.litnetwork.org
For further information on programs or volunteering contact me anytime: Paul Borowsky, paul@jssmadison.org, 608-442-4083 |
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Volunteer Opportunity: The JSS Refugee Resettlement Team is Looking for Volunteers for the Aljirani Madison Refugee Mentorship Program
Volunteers will meet weekly with their refugee partners to help them feel welcome in Madison and assist in reaching their goals. Please contact sam@jssmadison.org for more information.
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PROGRAM EXTENDED!!! Thank You Bader Philanthropies.
Transportation Program for Older Adults:
Significantly subsidized private rides
JSS is excited to have received a grant from Bader Philanthropies of Milwaukee to allow JSS to provide additional transportation support to ALL older adults throughout Dane County, specifically focusing on those with fewer resources. When JSS cannot find a volunteer driver, trips to and from medical appointments, grocery stores, and similar necessities will be made available for a maximum of $8.00, round trip, with fee waivers available.
If you know anyone who may benefit from this program, please let us know. We have it for our community. For transportation assistance, please contact us at (608) 442-4081 or office@jssmadison.org. We will connect you with one of our social workers who will be happy to help you access this service. We thank Bader Philanthropies for their interest in our community.
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New! Healthy Living with Diabetes
Evidence-based workshop for people with Type 2 Diabetes, Pre-Diabetes. Developed at Stanford University, the workshop meets for 2-1/2 hours, once a week, for six weeks. This community-based program offers tools and resources to enhance your understanding of what it means to have diabetes. Group support helps you build the confidence to manage your diabetes and maintain an active and fulfilling life. It is sponsored by Wisconsin Institute for Healthy Aging, facilitated by two trained leaders in a small group setting. Each week has various topics related to mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing. Gain knowledge, share your experience, practice new skills, and help others.
Location: Max Weinstein Jewish Community Building, 6434 Enterprise Lane, Madison, WI (where JSS main office is located)
Course dates & times: Monday afternoons from 1-3:30 pm, Sept 13, 20, 27 & Oct 4, 11, 18
Course cost: $20 includes workbook
Office phone: 608-261-5678
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Allstate Insurance – Cybersecurity for Older Adults
The one-hour virtual session is highly interactive and delivered by one or two presenters from Allstate and includes conversation, interactive elements and video.
One hour online session – several options including July 27. Here is a link to view the upcoming sessions, which older adults can use to register for a session
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Download or read online our paper Connections newsletter. It has different stories and photos than you see in our electronic newsletter.
To reach our office, call (608) 442-4081*
*Please leave a message, we check the voicemail frequently, even when the building is closed.
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Recordings of our Zoom presentations and programs are available to view on JSS' YouTube channel.
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Do you have a vehicle that you no longer need???
Donate your car to JSS! The proceeds go directly to our programs.
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