Caring
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The mission of the Caring Committee is to provide support, care, and acts of loving-kindness (G’milut Chasadim) for our Temple congregants, in furtherance of Jewish values and traditions. TRS members who need assistance that does not fall into one of the categories below are encouraged to contact Ali Nadel.
The Caring Committee furthers its mission by coordinating, encouraging, and performing acts of loving-kindness for fellow congregants in times of need, such as those facing health and lifecycle challenges. The Committee identifies opportunities to provide care and kindness for fellow congregants and encourages and coordinates participation among the broader Temple community. We are dedicated to improving the well-being of our congregants by fostering a culture of caring, and bringing the “village concept” into the life of our congregation.
Among other things, the Caring Committee coordinates and encourages the following specific acts of loving-kindness (G’milut Chasadim) for our Temple congregants in times of need.
Do you want to help?
We would love for you to be part of our Caring Community! Please use this form to indicate your areas of interest to be added to our list of willing volunteers.
Our Temple has a number of support groups to help those in our congregation. Please visit our Support Groups webpage for more information.
JSSA is Here to Help
Thanks to the continuing partnership between Temple Rodef Shalom and the Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA), JSSA is available to provide support and referrals to congregants in need as a result of emotional, social, or physical challenges. JSSA supports individuals, couples, and families through mental health counseling, services for children and adolescents, older adult services, career programs and adoption assistance. Visit the JSSA website.
Elder Care/Jewish Council for the Aging
Currently the Elder Care subcommittee is working in conjunction with the Jewish Council for the Aging (JCA) to meet the needs of elderly temple members and/or families with elder care issues, whether local or out of the area. Services provided include a Senior Helpline that can be reached at (703) 425-0999 for information or assistance on housing options, financial aid, or transportation. TRS volunteers have also provided rides to services for elderly temple members and assistance in purchasing groceries and other tasks. Visit the JCA website.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): www.nami.org
Suicide.org – Suicide prevention, awareness, and support: www.suicide.org
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH): www.nimh.nih.gov
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA): www.samhsa.gov
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org
Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD): www.chadd.org
Child and Adolescent Bipolar Foundation: www.bpkids.org
The Trevor Project (LGBT mental health/suicide prevention): www.trevorproject.org
Anxiety Disorders Association of America: www.adaa.org
National Eating Disorders Association: www.nationaleatingdisorders.org
Alcoholics Anonymous: www.aa.org
Narcotics Anonymous: www.na.org
Gamblers Anonymous: www.gamblersanonymous.org
Alzheimer’s Association: www.alz.org
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance: www.dbsalliance.org
National Autism Association: www.nationalautismassociation.org
Veterans Crisis Line (U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs): 1-800-273-8255 (press 1)
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs – Mental Health: www.mentalhealth.va.gov
Mental Health America: www.mentalhealthamerica.net