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Parceling Out the Pie: Who Gets What? - May 17, 2009
The chart represents $23.2 million in Federation allocations for 2009-10. Source: Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia May 14, 2009 – Bryan Schwartzman, Staff Writer The board of trustees of the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia has approved the allocation of more than $23.2 million to a broad swath of Jewish programs, projects and institutions in [...]
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How Music Helps In Bereavement - May 17, 2009
Rochelle Eisenberg Staff Reporter Baltimore Jewish Times Music has the power and ability to evoke memories and meanings. Its unique nature helps individuals come to terms with the loss of a loved one –– not only in death but also during a serious illness –– and ultimately helps in the healing process. That was the [...]
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Seniors Are Building Jewish Life out West - May 17, 2009
“American Jews, like Americans in general, spent the latter part of the ’90s moving generally south and west,” said Lawrence Kotler-Berkowitz, director of research and analysis at the United Jewish Communities. Like younger Jews who leave the New York metropolitan area and find a different kind of Judaism, seniors find out that Jewish life is [...]
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Social Security Still Says Your $250 Economic Recovery Check Should be There in May - May 11, 2009
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Plans still formulating on how to quickly issue 55 million checks, mostly to senior citizens By Tucker Sutherland, editor, SeniorJournal.com March 24, 2009 – Your $250 check – and the ones for about 55 million other Americans receiving Social Security, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Railroad Retirement or Veterans benefits – is not in the mail [...]
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Seniors in a Bind - May 7, 2009
(jewishexponent.com) When David Broida retired a decade ago from the Upper Merion Township recreation department after 32 years, he thought he had saved enough for retirement. But the Haverford resident, 64, is back at work, coaching tennis and squash, as well as substitute teaching at private schools on the Main Line as he looks for [...]
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The independent Living Assessment - May 6, 2009
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Living at home for as long as possible is a goal that most of us share, but as we age, changes occur in our ability to function mentally and physically, making it a challenge to remain at home. These changes often necessitate thinking through next steps and taking action, such as installing safety devices and getting support when needed.
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Stimulus bill a threat to seniors health - May 6, 2009
Republican Senators are questioning whether President Barack Obama’s stimulus bill contains the right mix of tax breaks and cash infusions to jump-start the economy. Tragically, no one from either party is objecting to the health provisions slipped in without discussion. These provisions reflect the handiwork of Tom Daschle, until recently the nominee to head the [...]
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pros and cons - May 6, 2009
There are companies that provide caregivers that will come to your parent’s home. Services vary but generally they provide light housekeeping, prepare meals, write letters, provide socialization (visit with your family member), transport to appointments, help bathing and dressing and medication reminders. These companies may, or may not, provide nursing services.
