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Local Happenings from page 8 a brief introduction to Alpert JFS’ intensive eight-hour Mental for Mental WellBeing. This eight-hour, instructor-led, in-person
Health First Aid (MHFA) trainings, which launched in 2016. class teaches participants how to identify, understand, and
Alpert JFS Rolls Out “Mini” both in person and virtual, will focus on the following topics: respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges
The “Mini” Mental Health Trainings, which are available
among adults. It covers commons signs and symptoms of mental
Mental Health Trainings Stop Mental Health Stigma? Challenge Accepted: health challenges, commons signs and symptoms of substance
Prioritizing your well-being and the well-being of others use challenges, how to interact with a person in crisis, how to
Ferd & Gladys Alpert Jewish Workplace Wellness: Mental Health tips for you and your connect a person with help, and expanded content on trauma,
Family Service is now offering colleagues substance use, and self-care. A blended online and instructor-led
“mini” mental health trainings Substance Use Disorder 101: Facts and stats-how to option is also available, as is a youth focused version.
in Palm Beach County. These recognize it and how to respond Mental Health Is Everyone’s Business: This introduction to
90-minute sessions are designed Mental Health For (You)th: Youth can learn the signs, MHFA training teaches participants how to recognize and help an
to teach participants how to symptoms, coping skills and how to overcome stigma individual who may be experiencing a mental health or substance
identify, understand, and respond Mental Health Is Everyone’s Business use crisis. The class objectives include recognizing changes,
to the signs of mental health and “Our mental health trainings remove the fear and hesitation signs, and symptoms in behavior; learning how to safely
substance use challenges. Created many feel about starting conversations about mental health or approach someone in need; and highlighting the importance of
in partnership with the Palm substance use,” said Cindy Wides, Director of Mental Health self-care.
Health Foundation, BeWellPBC, First Aid at Alpert JFS. “We accomplish this by improving Alpert JFS first brought MHFA to Palm Beach County eight
the Jewish Federation of Palm understanding and providing an action plan that teaches people years ago. Since then, the organization has enlisted over 80
Beach County, and the Palm to identify and address a potential issue safely and responsibly.” trainers who have taught the program to over 10,000 community
Beach County Mental Health Cindy Wides, Director of For those looking for a more intensive mental health training, members. In 2021 and 2022 Alpert JFS received grants from The
First Aid Coalition, the “Mini” Mental Health First Aid Alpert JFS also offers the following options: Florida House of Representatives, specifically designated for
Mental Health Trainings provide at Alpert JFS Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) from the National Council MHFA, which has enabled the organization to train participants
at no cost.

Ideal participants for MHFA training include community
The Singles Scene Column © members, social clubs, faith communities, employers and
employees, police officers and first responders, medical staff,
organizations, and caring individuals. Alpert JFS’ goal is to bring
Guys, We’ve Got Your members making a true connection -- as they all have more MHFA to everyone in Palm Beach County.
To learn more about the various mental health training
Number! faith in our system. This saves everyone time, money, and options and to sign up, please contact Cindy Wides, Director
potential heartache.
Men love our approach possibly even more than women of Mental Health First Aid at Cindy.Wides@Alpertjfs.org and
By: Kelly Leary, do for several reasons: 561-713-1851 or visit www.alpertjfs.org/mhfa/.
M.S., CEO/Founder/ • The women we’ll introduce you to look like their
Matchmaker photos. They have been verified and ID’s have been checked. Beth Am Celebrates Yom
“it’s a smile, it’s a kiss, We also do background checks on all. No catfish, stalkers,
it’s a sip of wine ... it’s or trolls allowed. HaAtzmaut on the Beach
summertime!” ~ Kenny • Our female clients are smart, interesting, and beautiful Temple Beth Am followed the annual tradition of heading
Chesney on the inside and the outside. We meet each client in person to the beach to hold a Yom HaAtzmaut service followed
In honor of Father’s in our office to validate them (we don’t accept everyone who by a barbeque at Ocean Cay Park in Jupiter. TBA clergy,
Day, we dedicate this wants to join). congregants, and members of the community braved the
month’s article to all the • We know our women clients are sincere daters, not impending weather to celebrate Israel’s 75th birthday and
men we know and adore users like many online huntresses. There won’t be games to enjoy the event with friends and family.
in and out of the club (and or wild surprises when you meet our women. Rabbi Alon Levkovitz and Cantorial Soloist Marcy
on our team). We love you all. Do continue to spread the Our women can stand on their own two feet Morris led a lovely musical service on the beach that
message of love and hope to all your single family and emotionally and financially. They’re not looking for finished right as the skies opened up. Safe from the rain
friends. We appreciate you. Let’s face it, men and women someone to support them. under the pavilion awning, TBA Men’s Club grilled hot
can’t live without each other. It’s only fitting that we facilitate • We take the “guesswork” out of dating for our male dogs and hamburgers, which attendees enjoyed along with
Israeli salad and cake for dessert. And had the downpour
this innate drive to connect by matching quality singles with clients. Revolution Dating’s staff advises our male clients not happened, a beautiful rainbow would not have been
like-minded quality singles. It’s fairly easy when you have about which of our attractive female clients they may wish seen — a lovely close to the afternoon.
the bandwidth to do this job correctly like we do. Compare to pursue based on her interests, traits, and relationship goals Photos courtesy of Jackie Alberts
this next step to dating in college again...only now you are (and yours). This makes the dating process so much easier.
rooted, financially secure, and emotionally on your game. • Revolution Dating plays “wingman” by endorsing men
You are a better catch today than you ever were before and to women, and vice versa. Men typically bear the brunt of
I am so happy that we are here for you as a secure sounding the work involved with dating, but we make the early steps
board in the Wild World of Dating in 2023. You need a of the process easier by providing you with a prospect who
Captain and Cohort to navigate the options around here, has already been told about you and the feeling is mutual.
right? I am sure you don’t want to be lost in a sea of silly If you haven’t figured this out yet, Revolution Dating
singles this summer by going it alone. Get an assist. has nailed the matchmaking game. We’re the only club
So, this summer let’s pick that ONE dream you would that attracts men and women equally regardless of age
like to see happen in your life and go for it. Get fierce (even in the SENIOR DATING GROUP)!
about your dreams. No one else is going to do it for you. Now it’s your turn to have some fun! Live it up, guys!
We know there is no better place to be single in the The women of Revolution Dating can’t wait to meet you!
summer, than Florida, giving our clientele the upper hand. (HOT TIP: Ladies, it’s a great month to join—new men
Dating in the summer may be warm (to say the least), will be lined up to get started!)
but studies show that summer dating down yonder yields We’re looking forward to many hot and steamy
romantic heat that can’t be found anywhere else in the summer nights coming soon to club members this June.
country. No area has as many singles as we do year-round Let the good times roll!
ESPECIALLY in the summer (true story). It is high season XOXO, Kelly & The Love Squad
for new clientele that are new to the area or newly single, P.S. And one more thing, especially for you guys—if
so now is the time to get your groove on. This club is on its you ask us for feedback or “sisterly advice” that will help
game and upgrades abound, so get in on the fun and find out you be more appealing to women, we’ll give it. Taking
firsthand what’s new at “Cupid’s Corporate Headquarters, good care of you is a top priority for us as we serve you.
LLC (Love, Loyalty, Connection).” #Summer2023 #DateLocal #LoveOffline #LoveLocal
One common sentiment expressed by men and women #MenMagnets #TellYourFriends #LiveIRL
who seek our services is their desire to avoid wasting time #DropYourScreens
online or in the bar scene. That’s where we step in to save Kelly Leary© has 32 years in the dating industry and
the day (and date). a Master’s Degree in Psychology. She has been profiled
Our team takes the guesswork out of finding and asking by The Palm Beach Post, Palm Beacher Magazine,
the right person out for a date. As you may know, all of our South Florida Business Journal, The Stuart
clients are pre-screened. We sit with each client in a one-on- News, and many other publications. All Revolution
one private setting in our office to get to know their likes, Dating members are prescreened, including having
dislikes, hopes, dreams, values, and personalities. We know background checks. Professional member photos are
our clients are serious but not needy, which is why they taken by the staff. Revolution Dating is NOT online
come to us. They wouldn’t be here if they weren’t genuinely dating or blind dating. For more information, please
looking for a quality relationship or wanting to play games, call (561) 630-XOXO (9696) in the South Florida area
right? All of our clients have skin in the game and so do we. or (772) 932-HERE (4373) on the Treasure Coast or
With decades of experience behind us, we’re able to visit us at www.RevolutionDating.com. All inquiries
match people intentionally increasing the odds of club are confidential.

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