Education
Better Choices Better Health (session 3)
JCC 5738 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesSome parts of aging can be more difficult than others, including managing chronic illnesses. But you don’t have to do it alone. Better Choices Better Health is an Evidence Based program that helps older adults who are experiencing any type of chronic health problem, to learn new or better ways to manage those symptoms so […]
Ethical Wills (session 3 of 3)
JCC 5738 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesAs we journey through life, values become all the more important to us. As we look at the next generation, we hope that they understand our values and live them out beyond our days. After three evenings of discussion and learning, you will be able to write your own ethical will. Co-taught by Janette Schafer, […]
Better Choices Better Health (session 4)
JCC 5738 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesSome parts of aging can be more difficult than others, including managing chronic illnesses. But you don’t have to do it alone. Better Choices Better Health is an Evidence Based program that helps older adults who are experiencing any type of chronic health problem, to learn new or better ways to manage those symptoms so […]
Civil Rights Discussion on Hate Crime and Hate Speech
Rodef Shalom 4905 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesPlease join the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh and representatives from the United States Attorney’s Office, FBI, Pennsylvania State Police, and the Pittsburgh Police to discuss Hate Speech and Hate Crime that occur right here in Western Pennsylvania. We will discuss the laws that govern hate crimes and what to do when you encounter hate […]
Better Choices Better Health (final session)
JCC 5738 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesSome parts of aging can be more difficult than others, including managing chronic illnesses. But you don’t have to do it alone. Better Choices Better Health is an Evidence Based program that helps older adults who are experiencing any type of chronic health problem, to learn new or better ways to manage those symptoms so […]
I’m Still Here: Alzheimer’s and Art with Dr John Zeisel
Carnegie Lecture Hall 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States"Alzheimer's doesn't take away memory, your memories are all in there. The part of the brain that's damaged is the part that gives you access to memory. It's as if you put the memories in the glove compartment and you lost the key and the art unlocked it." -Dr. John Zeisel, president of Hearthstone Alzheimer […]
Caregivers Aging Mastery Program
Ohav Shalom 8400 Thompson Run Road, Allison Park, PA, United StatesDo you help a relative or friend with chores, errands, finances, personal care or transportation? You may just be a caregiver. Learn the art of staying healthy and happy on your caregiving journey 1. Caregiver Perspectives on Aging Mastery® 2. Navigating Longer Lives: The Basics of Aging Mastery® 3. Exercise and You 4. Sleep 5. […]
Caregiver Aging Mastery Program (session 2)
Ohav Shalom 8400 Thompson Run Road, Allison Park, PA, United StatesDo you help a relative or friend with chores, errands, finances, personal care or transportation? You may just be a caregiver. Learn the art of staying healthy and happy on your caregiving journey 1. Caregiver Perspectives on Aging Mastery® 2. Navigating Longer Lives: The Basics of Aging Mastery® 3. Exercise and You 4. Sleep 5. […]
An Evening with Magda Brown
Chatham University Woodland Road, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesMagda Brown is from Miskolc, Hungary. In 1944, when she was 17 years old, she was deported on one of the final transports to Auschwitz-Birkenau with her entire family. Visiting from Chicago, Illinois, on October 28 Magda will share her harrowing story of survival. This event is free and open to the public, and is […]
Caregiver Aging Mastery Program (session 3)
Ohav Shalom 8400 Thompson Run Road, Allison Park, PA, United StatesDo you help a relative or friend with chores, errands, finances, personal care or transportation? You may just be a caregiver. Learn the art of staying healthy and happy on your caregiving journey 1. Caregiver Perspectives on Aging Mastery® 2. Navigating Longer Lives: The Basics of Aging Mastery® 3. Exercise and You 4. Sleep 5. […]
Caregiver Aging Mastery Program (session 4)
Ohav Shalom 8400 Thompson Run Road, Allison Park, PA, United StatesDo you help a relative or friend with chores, errands, finances, personal care or transportation? You may just be a caregiver. Learn the art of staying healthy and happy on your caregiving journey 1. Caregiver Perspectives on Aging Mastery® 2. Navigating Longer Lives: The Basics of Aging Mastery® 3. Exercise and You 4. Sleep 5. […]
The Children of Willesden Lane, a Commemoration in Honor of the 80th Anniversary of Kristallnacht
Byham Theater 101 6th St,, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesFollowing sold-out theatrical runs in London, New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles, Grammy nominated American concert pianist, author, and radio host Mona Golabek comes to Pittsburgh’s Byham Theater to perform The Children of Willesden Lane. This theatrical production, based on the best-selling book of the same name written by Ms. Golabek and Lee Cohen, will inspire […]
Caregiver Aging Mastery Program (session 5)
Ohav Shalom 8400 Thompson Run Road, Allison Park, PA, United StatesDo you help a relative or friend with chores, errands, finances, personal care or transportation? You may just be a caregiver. Learn the art of staying healthy and happy on your caregiving journey 1. Caregiver Perspectives on Aging Mastery® 2. Navigating Longer Lives: The Basics of Aging Mastery® 3. Exercise and You 4. Sleep 5. […]
JAA Annual Meeting: Creating A Life of Legacy
Rodef Shalom 4905 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesCreate a Life of Legacy! Join Guest Speaker Rabbi Daniel Cohen, author of What Will They Say About You When You Are Gone? This inspiring evening for people of all faiths and backgrounds features Rabbi Cohen sharing incredible insights and experiences on living your best life now. JAA's President & CEO Debbie Winn-Horvitz will present JAA's […]
Caregiver Aging Mastery Program (session 6)
Ohav Shalom 8400 Thompson Run Road, Allison Park, PA, United StatesDo you help a relative or friend with chores, errands, finances, personal care or transportation? You may just be a caregiver. Learn the art of staying healthy and happy on your caregiving journey 1. Caregiver Perspectives on Aging Mastery® 2. Navigating Longer Lives: The Basics of Aging Mastery® 3. Exercise and You 4. Sleep 5. […]
Caregiver Aging Mastery program (session 7)
Ohav Shalom 8400 Thompson Run Road, Allison Park, PA, United StatesDo you help a relative or friend with chores, errands, finances, personal care or transportation? You may just be a caregiver. Learn the art of staying healthy and happy on your caregiving journey 1. Caregiver Perspectives on Aging Mastery® 2. Navigating Longer Lives: The Basics of Aging Mastery® 3. Exercise and You 4. Sleep 5. […]
Caregiver Aging Mastery Program (final session)
Ohav Shalom 8400 Thompson Run Road, Allison Park, PA, United StatesDo you help a relative or friend with chores, errands, finances, personal care or transportation? You may just be a caregiver. Learn the art of staying healthy and happy on your caregiving journey 1. Caregiver Perspectives on Aging Mastery® 2. Navigating Longer Lives: The Basics of Aging Mastery® 3. Exercise and You 4. Sleep 5. […]
What Squirrel Hill Can Learn from Chicago’s West Rogers Park- film screening and discussion
JCC 5738 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesWhat Squirrel Hill Can Learn from Chicago’s West Rogers Park In the Aftermath of October 27, a program in support of neighborhood preservation and development, will be presented by Howard Rieger and Beverly Siegel at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, February 21, at the Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh, Levinson Hall B, 5738 Forbes Ave in […]
Healthy Living for the Brain and Body
South Hills JCC 345 Kane Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesCome to the South Hills JCC and learn all about how to keep your brain and body healthy!
All About Parkinson’s Disease
JAA 200 JHF Drive, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us as the Parkinson Foundation of Western PA shares an overview of Parkinson’s disease, including: pathology, management and some of the more notable research that is underway. Learn how the disease may present itself differently from person to person and about the motor and non-motor aspects or symptoms. Learn about caring for […]
Better Choices Better Health (6 Tuesdays)
JCC 5738 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesBetter Choices Better Health as a program educating people about their chronic health conditions and how to love life better with them. The program includes weekly action plans, problem solving techniques, breathing exercises, relaxation techniques, future planning, and much more. All participants receive a companion book "Living a Healthy Life with A Chronic Condition" and light […]
Grantsmanship Training Program®
JCC 5738 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesAre you a professional in the non-profit field? Come join in for Grantsmanship Training Program® and learn to write more successful grant proposals and win more grant funding! Getting funding for your organization’s programs can be daunting. We’re here to help! This interactive training will inspire you to participate in the entire program planning […]
Seniors & Caregivers – community presentation
Temple Emanuel of the South Hills 1250 Bower Hill Road, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesDo you want to learn more about aging in the South Hills? Join in to hear speakers about services to help people stay in their home as they age. Speakers will be from AgeWell Pittsburgh, the Alzheimer's Association, Senior Living Advisors, and State Senator Pam Iovino. The event is free but RSVP is requested […]
A Matter of Balance classes 10/15/2019-12/3/2019
JCC 5738 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesDO YOU HAVE CONCERNS ABOUT FALLING? A Matter of Balance is an 8-week structured group intervention that emphasizes practical strategies to reduce fear of falling and increase activity levels. Participants learn to view falls and fear of falling as controllable, set realistic goals to increase activity, change their environment to reduce fall risk factors, and exercise […]
Memory Training Program (Fridays in November)
JF&CS 5743 Bartlett Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin AgeWell Pittsburgh and take part in The UCLA Lomgevity Center's Memory Training Program! •Innovative, research-based program for adults age 60+ •4 week program focuses on strategies that develop good memory habits & techniques to improve memory. •Targets the most common memory complaints: Forgetting names & faces; forgetting to do things in the future; keeping […]
Open Enrollment Counseling: The PA Healthcare Benefit Support Program
JCC 5738 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThe PA Healthcare Benefit Support Program - A counseling service of the Birmingham Free Clinic Meet with Bill McKendree and his team to answer your questions about Medicare, Prescription Drug Assistance and other healthcare benefits. MUST SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT Call 412-266-8322
Plant Centered Diet: What Is It and Is It For Me?
JCC 5738 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesWe hear about "healthier ways of living" but what does that really mean? Sarah Kaminski, a certified life and health coach, will talk about the basic principles of a plant-centered approach to eating and how it could work for you.
Introduction to Watercolors & Exploring its Possibilities
JCC 5738 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesIt doesn’t matter if you are a beginner or experienced artist. These classes will be about the basic aspects of “how to do it”. Watercolor, a sometimes daunting mixture is a unique medium. In this class, method and process will be the main focus as well as using materials to the best advantage. Color […]
Beginner Pastels Workshop
JCC 5738 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesStudents will become familiar with a brief history of the pastel medium, ingredients used in manufacturing pastels, pastel forms, and the variety of pastel surfaces. Students will explore mark making, color mixing and layering, and pastel painting techniques through demonstration and hands on practice. Students will develop self-confidence and utilize new skills through experimentation with […]
Beginner Pastels Workshop
JCC 5738 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesStudents will become familiar with a brief history of the pastel medium, ingredients used in manufacturing pastels, pastel forms, and the variety of pastel surfaces. Students will explore mark making, color mixing and layering, and pastel painting techniques through demonstration and hands on practice. Students will develop self-confidence and utilize new skills through experimentation with […]
Healthy Eating 101
Healthy eating is key, especially today. This nutrition education session will provide participants with tips and tools to build a healthy eating pattern. This will help promote good health and reduce the risk of chronic disease.