Common Age-Related Eye Disorders – Eyes are the most important organ of human perception, and 80% of knowledge and memory in the brain are acquired through eyes. As we get older, our risk of certain eye conditions increases. Come learn about the definition, diagnosis, symptoms, and treatment for age-related macular degeneration, cataracts, and glaucoma from […]
With Pesach approaching, we will look at ways to increase our Gratifying Communication. In the talk, we will examine: How to identify the goals of any communication. How to communicate so we are understood and heard. How to hear and listen effectively with the ultimate goal of a low stressed Pesach, filled with kindness and […]
Elder Fraud Scams: Awareness and Avoidance The law enforcement community has seen a steady increase in both the number of scams targeting seniors, as well as the loss amounts to victims. Education and awareness are vital tools in helping seniors avoid becoming victims. Our presentation is designed to give current information on common scams happening […]
MAKING A DIFFERENCE ON THE STAGE OF LIFE: We will journey with Sharon Katz through three tumultuous decades of activism, theater and Israeli life. Presenter: Sharon Katz, co-founder of the Women’s Performance Community of Jerusalem Introduction by Karen Americus, Klitah and Chesed Program Coordinator at OU Israel This session is coordinated in conjunction with OU Israel […]
"Shemitah for the Masses" An explanatory look at shemitah observance in Israel for the consumer A PRE-RECORDED PROGRAM presented by Rabbi Ezra Friedman Director, The Gustave & Carol Jacobs Center for Kashrut Education, Rabbinic Field Representative OU Israel, OU Kashrut This is a Harry S. Beren ASK OU Outreach Program of OUKosher Register below to […]
STONES WITH SOUL: THE STORY OF THE MIRACULOUS RETURN TO THE JEWISH QUARTER Join Rabbi Sam Shor of OU Israel for a virtual tour of Jerusalem's Old City. Rabbi Shor is the Program Director of the Seymour J. Abrams Orthodox Union Jerusalem World Center, where he oversees a vast network of educational initiatives for […]
Actively Engaging Women at the Orthodox Union - from Women's Branch to the Women's Initiative Join us for a fascinating dialogue with Rebbetzin Dr. Adina Shmidman and Mrs. Nancy Klein Rebbetzin Dr. Adina Shmidman is a dynamic community leader and teacher for more than two decades in New York, Alabama, and Pennsylvania. She received […]
Learn about: What is the power of Tefillah? How can I connect? Tools for effective and meaningful Tefillah Presented by: Mrs. Tamar Nusbaum, Curriculum Developer, Founder and Director of Ani Tefillah Tamar Nusbaum has been teaching all grade levels for the past thirty years and specializes in structuring scope, sequences and strategies to utilize classroom […]
Prevention and Treatment of Shingles/Herpes Zoster Infection Participants will learn Background virology Shingles-- epidemiology, clinical presentation, complications, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Presented by Dr. Glenn S. Turett, MD Dr. Turett went to medical school at The Mt. Sinai School of Medicine in NY. He did his internship and residency training in Internal Medicine at Mt […]
Treating Chronic Exhaustion: Mind, Body, and Soul Presented by Rabbi Doron Lazarus Rabbi Doron Lazarus is a leading sleep expert, thought leader, and author of two books. Doron is the founder and director of "Executive Sleep Consulting," an online sleep practice specializing in digging deep to find solutions for hard-to-treat sleep issues. He is also […]
