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SPIRIT: Unmatched: an exclusive interview with author Sarah Lavane 

Unmatched: an exclusive interview with author Sarah Lavane Why This Gripping Memoir Has Captivated Readers      With her sometimes funny, always intimate, uncensored memoir, Sarah Lavane puts a human face on the challenges of being “unmatched” in a “matched” Orthodox Jewish world. She takes us along on her journey. We learn how her background […]

The SPIRIT of Pesach: Common Questions and Advice for Your Pesach planning.

The SPIRIT of Pesach: Common questions and advice for your Pesach planning. Which food items need KFP Can you kasher certain appliances? How do you kasher? Presented by Rabbi Eli Eleff, Rabbinic Coordinator | OU Kosher Managing Director, Community Relations This program is presented in coordination with the ASK OU Program       Click here […]

SPIRIT: Leaving a Lasting Legacy: From Intent to Impact

Leaving a Lasting Legacy: From Intent to Impact Halachic Guidelines and Practical Approaches to Planned Giving Presenters: Rabbi Shalom Axelrod, Rabbi of Young Israel of Woodmere Jonathan Gudema, Esq., Principal, Planned Giving Advisors, LLC This program will be both in-person at the Young Israel of Woodmere (859 Peninsula Blvd, Woodmere, NY 11598) and accessible via […]

SPIRIT: Medical Alert Technologies Follow-up

  Medical Alert Technologies Follow-up Newest devices Real-life stories Q & A and Common Sheilos Presented by Moshe Chaim Suissa - President, Jresponder Click here to register for the Zoom link for on-site participation and to receive the recording following the program   CORPORATE SPONSORS:   MEMORY MATTERS -- https://renayudkowsky.com/signature-course/ CAPITIL REAL ESTATE -- https://capitil.com/ MEDICARE […]

SPIRIT: Diabetes–Prevention Prevention, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment

Diabetes: Prevention Prevention, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment One may not develop symptoms of diabetes for a long time It is possible to control the blood sugars with diet and exercise People with diabetes who control their sugars can live very healthy lives, and prevent complications from developing Presented by  Vladimir Lokshin, MD Vladimir Lokshin, MD, […]

SPIRIT: Estate, Elder Care and Medicaid Planning with an Eye Towards Tax Issues

SPIRIT: Estate, Elder Care and Medicaid Planning with an Eye Towards Tax Issues Elizabeth Forspan, Esq. of Forspan Klear LLP will discuss the following: Medicaid Planning techniques in light of the current application of the Medicaid rules Use of Irrevocable Trusts in Medicaid Planning The Income Tax considerations individuals and families should keep in mind […]

SPIRIT: Mission to New Orleans

Since 2005 OU Relief Missions has been sending groups to New Orleans to assist with immediate disaster relief and long-term recovery work. OU Relief Missions is fueled by the principles of Chessed and Tikum Olam Be Malchut Shaki, it is our mission to instill these Jewish values in the Jewish community and to extend aid […]

SPIRIT: Power Up! — Let’s Get Moving!

SPIRIT: Power Up!  -- Let's Get Moving! Join us for a 30-minute exercise class from the comfort of your home Combine strength exercises and dynamic movement in a fun atmosphere Designed for people of all abilities, particularly older adults All you need is a chair and your smile, and you're ready to get moving Talia […]

SPIRIT: Legacy Letters: Bequeathing Your Values, Not Just Your Valuables, Part I

SPIRIT: Legacy Letters: Bequeathing Your Values, Not Just Your Valuables, Part I Daphna Raskas will discuss the following: An introduction to legacy letters and ethical wills, past and present Why write a legacy letter? This is a 2-part program.  Part II will take place on Tuesday, June 25, 12 noon. Writing prompts will be offered […]

SPIRIT: Legacy letters: Bequeathing Your Values, Not Just Your Valuables, Part II

SPIRIT: Legacy letters: Bequeathing Your Values, Not Just Your Valuables, Part II Daphna Raskas will discuss the following: A framework for writing your legacy letter Ready, set, go Writing prompts will be offered in both sessions to help you get started. Daphna Raskas is a Personal Legacy Advisor with over 25 years of experience leading […]