Memorializing a Loved One
Working with seniors, the Jewish Pavilion Senior Services staff and volunteers experience a lot of loss. When we hear of a family member who has passed, we send a card and the book “When You Lose Someone You Love” to the bereaved. We also invite the bereaved to participate in a free six-week grief support group. There are many other ways to memorialize a loved one. Here are a few suggestions that may be meaningful and help in the grieving process:Create your own thank you card: Include a picture of your
When to Consider Assisted Living
Recognizing the right time for assisted living can be tough for caregivers, often leading to delayed action. Here are signs to consider:If your loved one’s condition worsens beyond your capacity to manage alone.Despite your efforts, your care isn’t sufficient.You feel isolated in your caregiving role.Lack of respite options leaves you exhausted.Family relationships strain due to caregiving demands.Your work and personal life suffer due to caregiving responsibilities.Feelings of guilt about prioritizing
Navigating the Hospitalization of a Loved One
As a caregiver, one of the most stressful things you may experience is the hospitalization of your loved one – especially if the hospitalization is in an intensive care unit. Here are some tips to consider when navigating this difficult situation:Be prepared. Keep a list of your loved one’s medications and allergies handy at all times. Include the name of the medication, the dosage, the number of doses taken daily and the times at which they are taken. Make multiple copies on a copy machine or your
Color Therapy for Dementia
Color therapy can be beneficial for those with memory loss. Dementia specialists recommend using different colors to provide contrast in spaces and to help distinguish different objects. Read below for some helpful tips about implementing different colors in different situations: PINK can reduce combative behavior, according to some research studies. The “pink effect” may reduce feelings of aggression and anger. BLACK is recommended by some therapists for individuals with Alzheimer’s. If wandering is an
Communication With a Senior: When to Give up the Car Keys
There are certain signals that might mean it is time to give up the car keys. Unfortunately, very few seniors pay attention to how crucial these signs are:Being nervous behind the wheelSlower reaction timesPoor visionNear accidents or collisions while drivingGetting lost easilyHearing loss In order to ease the stress of everyone involved, approaching this topic is best done well in advance – before any of the above signs begin. A starting point may be suggesting a compromise, ending a seniors’ driving
Open Door vs. Closed Door Regrets: Healing Family Estrangements Before It’s Too Late
The inevitability of life’s final chapter often brings reflection and introspection, particularly when it comes to relationships with family. For many, the regret of estranged relationships can weigh heavily, especially as time runs out. Jewish Pavilion Senior Services addresses this poignant issue by encouraging seniors and their families to reopen lines of communication and heal wounds before it is too late.In the hustle and bustle of daily life, family relationships can sometimes fracture and break down.
Mazel Tov to Joan Walker: Jewish Pavilion Senior Services Volunteer of the Year
Caring about others is at the heart of Jewish Pavilion Senior Services (JPSS). By enriching the lives of Jewish seniors in elder care through one-on-one visitations and holiday celebrations, JPSS connects Jewish elders to their cultural heritage. To do so takes extraordinary, dedicated volunteers such as Joan Walker, who will be honored as the JPSS Volunteer of the Year at the JP Connections luncheon on December 2. At home in Lake Mary with husband Harrison, Joan reflects on her Jewish values and why
Harvest/Post-Sukkot Festival
Join the Jewish Pavilion for their Harvest/Post-Sukkot Festival Thursday, November 7th from 4-6 pm at Watercrest Winter Park. It is a gorgeous venue with wonderful food, drinks, raffles and musical entertainment for only $25. Please attend. https://secure.lglforms.com/.../s/3rcgaQOob7VskZjbjtm_7w...
Celebrate Sukkot and Strengthen Connections at the Jewish Pavilion Harvest Networking Festival!
The Jewish Pavilion Harvest and Post-Sukkot Networking Festival is more than an event—it’s an opportunity to come together, celebrate the season, and support a cause that enriches the lives of our beloved seniors. Just as Sukkot invites us to gather in joy, gratitude, and community, this festival is designed to foster connections, camaraderie, and meaningful relationships—all while supporting the incredible work of the Jewish Pavilion. Join us on Thursday, November 7th, from 4-6 pm at Watercrest Winter
