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AmeriCorps Members JLI Wine & Cheese Reception

Needed to Support Older A recent seminar

Adults Living at Home t i t l e d B o o k Sm a r t
provided a quick-moving
MorseLife Health System and AmeriCorps, the federal y e t c om pre he n si ve
agency for national service and volunteerism, have understanding of the Torah
teamed up to recruit and train year-round Palm Beach and what it includes.
County residents 55 years and older to provide support for Through six sessions, the
homebound older adults. course discovered the most
The organizations are now actively recruiting new important titles in Jewish
AmeriCorps members who can offer companionship, history and placed them in
provide transportation to and from doctors’ appointments, the proper context. In the
assist with shopping and errands, and help with light first lesson, participants
cooking. Qualifying members will receive a living experienced an executive
allowance and may be eligible for a $1,700 education award summary of the Torah that
for each year of service. allowed students to feel a
“MorseLife offers a full continuum of senior health deeper rapport and familiarity with the Torah.
services and is a lifeline to seniors in need throughout Palm One participant commented, “The map of the entire
Beach County, providing free services, nutritious meals, Torah that was presented to each student was worth the full
homecare, and financial assistance when required,” said price of admission. The video that summarized the entire
MorseLife President and CEO Keith Myers. “I can’t think Torah was sensational — it was truly an executive summary
of an area organization that is better equipped to partner of the Torah.”
with AmeriCorps and connect seniors with caring volunteers The seminar began with a wine and cheese reception in
throughout the community.” which students were able to mix and mingle.
AmeriCorps members are expected to volunteer at least
ten hours of service each week, and they must have a high LiLi Champagne Brunch
school diploma, GED, or attestation. Members also must
be U.S. citizens or have resident alien status, a driver’s By Deane Dubansky
license, a reliable and air-conditioned vehicle, automobile LiLi (Ladies in Leadership Initiative) recently held its
insurance, and two written references. annual Champagne Brunch. The shul was elevated with
AmeriCorps members will enjoy a supportive role with beautifully set tables, brunch foods and delicious dessert
their assigned older adults, encouraging independence and buffets, and topped off with a creative champagne display.
alleviating feelings of isolation while providing respite
for caregivers. Members will not be asked to assist with
personal care, wheelchair transferring or lifting, heavy
housework, or administering medication.
AmeriCorps holds monthly trainings and ongoing
support groups for members, connecting individuals to a
large national network of more than one million likeminded
individuals who are passionate about bringing Americans
from all generations together and strengthening communities.
For those interested in helping older adults age with
grace and dignity, please contact Kathryn Powell at
561.817.7761.
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