Holocaust survivors Archives - Westchester Jewish Community Services

Uplifting the Jewish Community and Helping them Stay Connected
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Uplifting the Jewish Community and Helping them Stay Connected

Miriam Arond2024-02-08T12:38:35-05:00March 7th, 2024|Categories: Feature, Featured Homepage, General|Tags: jewish community, Westchester Reform Temple, Holocaust survivors, Jewish Programs, Jewish|

Along with the rest of life’s typical challenges, the Jewish community in Westchester faces an alarming rise in antisemitism. With your dedication and generosity of our donors, we provide support in a number of ways and believe that together we can strengthen the resilience and connection of our Jewish community. "It is me who thanks you for giving me back my dignity and common sense, as well as my sanity in this very scary world." ~Jackie Whatever your affiliation or identification to being Jewish, WJCS is here for you. We do our best to connect you to a broad ...

International Holocaust Remembrance Day
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International Holocaust Remembrance Day

Miriam Arond2024-02-01T11:53:55-05:00January 30th, 2024|Categories: Feature, Featured Homepage, General|Tags: share shabbat, antisemitism, International Holocaust Remembrance Day, Holocaust survivors, Holocaust, Jewish Programs, Westchester|

International Holocaust Remembrance Day is always an emotional observance of the devastating genocide committed during World War II. This year's commemoration, taking place from the evening of January 26th through January 27th, is especially difficult, given the horrifying increase of antisemitism—in our own backyard in Westchester and New York City, in the U.S. in general, and worldwide. We feel very privileged at WJCS to be able to support Holocaust survivors in Westchester. Their strength and resilience and love of life continually inspire us. We are proud to provide support groups and holiday celebrations for our aging population of Holocaust survivors. ...

A Joyous Sukkot Celebration for Westchester Holocaust Survivors
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A Joyous Sukkot Celebration for Westchester Holocaust Survivors

Miriam Arond2023-10-19T13:37:54-04:00October 16th, 2023|Categories: Feature, Featured Homepage, General|Tags: sukkot, sukkot luncheon, UJA federation of NY, Westchester Reform Temple, Claims Conference, Holocaust survivors, Jewish Programs, Westchester|

On Wednesday October 5th, WJCS hosted a Sukkot celebration luncheon for Holocaust survivors at Westchester Reform Temple in Scarsdale. More than 90 people attended the joyous festivities, including relatives and caregivers of the survivors. “Sukkot is one of the most joyful festivals on the Jewish calendar," said WJCS CEO Seth Diamond. "We are so fortunate to have a large number of Holocaust survivors living in Westchester. Celebrating the holiday with individuals who suffered so much in the past is moving and meaningful. The survivors are aging and facing many challenges but they possess a spirit of gratitude and an appreciation of ...

WJCS Spring 2023 Highlights
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WJCS Spring 2023 Highlights

Miriam Arond2023-05-09T14:58:20-04:00May 9th, 2023|Categories: Feature, Featured Homepage, Featured Internal, General|Tags: spring 2023, Mt. Vernon, New Rochelle, White Plains, International Holocaust Remembrance Day, hilary clinton, IGT Gaming, Transgender Day of Visibility, Israel's 75th Anniversary, Westchester Reform Temple, UJA-Federation of New York, Claims Conference, week of the young child, tarrytown, yonkers, Holocaust survivors, Westchester|

Holocaust Child-Survivor Support Group

Sylvia Davi2022-11-01T09:08:32-04:00November 1st, 2022|Categories: Jewish Programs|Tags: Child-survivor, Holocaust survivors|

Please note that Halina also offers monthly groups for Holocaust Survivors and 2nd Generation Survivors.

Holocaust Survivor Support Group

Sylvia Davi2022-11-01T10:03:22-04:00November 1st, 2022|Categories: Jewish Programs|Tags: Holocaust survivors|

Note that Halina also runs monthly programs for Holocaust Child-Survivors and 2nd Generation Survivors. Please contact Halina for more information as well as zoom links.