February 2024
Are you someone 16 years or older who has a developmental disability? Do you want to build valuable skills and gain real-world work experience? The JCS Hospitality Cart is a workforce development initiative that provides individuals with developmental disabilities the opportunity to build valuable skills in customer service, food preparation, and teamwork.
Apply today!
Intro to ASL
Mondays, February 5, 12, 19, 26; 7:30 p.m., Via Zoom
Cost: $40
Cultivating Resilience: Cognitive Tools from Jewish Sources
Monday, February 5, 7:30 p.m.
Join Jewish Educational Services (JES) for the Annual Dr. Aviva Weisbord, A’H, Family First Lecture featuring Rabbi Zalman Abraham. Empower yourself and your family members to navigate life’s challenges with strength, grace, and a renewed sense of purpose as we delve into the heart of resilience through a unique Jewish lens. Immerse yourself in the wisdom of problem-solving, learning from failure and unlocking the doors to post-traumatic growth.
Free
Refuat HaNefesh: Jewish Mental Wellness Summit through Jewish Educational Services
February 6, 9:00 a.m., Pearlstone
Free
Mitzvah Mutts
February 6, 4:30 p.m., Jewish Library of Baltimore
Join us on the first Tuesday of every month where reluctant readers can build their confidence by reading to dogs.
Free
Why is My Child Upside Down? Strategies for ADHD and ASD.
February 7, 8:00 p.m., Zoom
Join JES/SHEMESH and CHADD of Greater Baltimore for this support group session featuring Yona Zalesch, OTR/L. Reminder: the CHADD Support Group is a monthly program which occurs the First Wednesday of the month, 8:00 – 9:00 p.m. Please join us
Free
JDAIM ASL Tot Shabbat
February 9, 11:00 a.m., Pikesville Public Library
February 23, 11:00 a.m., We Rock the Spectrum
Join the fun at a special JDAIM Tot Shabbat Featuring special friends and stories with an inclusive message.
Free
Jewish Pages for the Ages: Judith Heumann
February 13, 5:00 p.m., Jewish Library of Baltimore
In honor of Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance & Inclusion Month (JDAIM), join Jewish Connection Network and the Jewish Library of Baltimore for this incredible program. Participate in an intergenerational book club and read about Judith Heumann, a lifelong civil rights advocate for people with disabilities. Stop by on February 13 for a family-friendly event and pick up your book. Activities include a scavenger hunt, snacks and a special guest speaker.
What You Need to Know About Maryland State Funded Services for Disabilities
February 15, 12:00 p.m., Jewish Community Services and by Zoom
Staff from the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) and Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) will provide valuable information about eligibility requirements for state funded services and what to expect if you receive funding.
Free
G Tube Training for Volunteers
February 19, 10:00 a.m., Jewish Connection Network and Imadi
Volunteers from Imadi and other individuals interested in volunteering with individuals who use a Gtube will learn basic skills related to GTubes. Training will cover daily care needed, parts of the feeding tube care system, how to give feedings and change the tube, and common challenges that may arise. Training will be conducted by a registered nurse.
Tricks and Tales
Tuesday, February 20, 5:30 p.m., Jewish Library of Baltimore and Jewish Educational Services
Designed to empower parents and cultivate a love for reading in children, this event offers invaluable insights, practical tips and engaging activities to support reluctant or struggling readers at home. This event is for both parents and their children.
Cost: $5 per child. Each child will receive a $5 Scholastic gift card after completion of the program.
Specialized Solutions Power of Attorney Info Session
February 21, 8:00 p.m., Zoom
Join Macks Jewish Connection Network for a virtual discussion for parents of children with special needs on the crucial topic of Power of Attorney as children turn 18. Learn how to navigate financial, legal, and healthcare decisions while preserving your child’s autonomy. After this virtual session, we invite you attend an in-person workshop (information below) on with an attorney and notary to complete the Power of Attorney form, ensuring a smooth transition into adulthood for your loved ones.
Free
Power of Attorney Workshop
February 25, 1:00 p.m., Park Heights JCC
Join the Macks Jewish Connection Network for an in-person workshop as experts discuss how you can protect your child’s future with the power of attorney. Following the speaker session, parents and their young adults will have an opportunity to complete power of attorney forms (including the halachic living will), with a notary present.
Free
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