BEINEINU NEWS & NOTES
November 2, 2017
INTERNATIONAL
Safety Reminder---In light of the recent natural disasters resulting in evacuations and decimated communities, we would like to remind everyone of the importance of creating an emergency Go Bag containing your loved ones most important medical records and a few days worth of needed medications. In an emergency, you may not have time to pack! It is also worthwhile to send copies of medical records and important documents to a relative or friend in a different city. In many disasters, hospitals, doctors offices, pharmacists, offices, etc have also lost many records! BEING PREPARED SAVES LIVES!
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Group Home Opening---Women's League currently has a residential vacancy at their 1552 38th Street ICF. The opening is for a male, moderate to severe DD, ambulatory. The residence has a very large age range (twenties through seventy). There is a possibility of a private room. If you know of anyone who would benefit from this residential opportunity, please contact Hindy Roth at 929-441-5272.
Group Home Openings---Ohel Bais Ezra’s Residence in Kensington currently has an opening for two women. The residence is a two story home consisting of six bedrooms with most of the rooms being shared by two women. The women of the home are in their late 30’s and above, are youthful and vibrant, and love being active in the community. On any given day, a group of women are out shopping, eating at local restaurants, getting manicures, going to the local Y, attending concerts or enjoying some quiet time at home. The home also enjoys an array of onsite activities including art, drawing, cooking and dance. The women participate in the local community, attending local shuls on Shabbos and maintain friendships with local community families. For more information, please contact 1-800-603-OHEL or email
Group Home Opening--Ohel Bais Ezra East Broadway residence located on the Lower East Side of Manhattan currently has an opening for one man. The residence is a beautiful, spacious 5 story home equipped with gym equipment and recreational supplies. The vacancy is for a double bedroom. The men who live in the home range in age, with the programming being tailored to the interests and abilities of the diverse group of men. The men live on different floors and the vacancy is currently located on the 2nd floor where 3 men reside. There is an elevator on site, however, the appropriate candidate needs to be able to ambulate with stairs during regular fire drills. The residence is seeking an appropriate candidate to join these men who is compatible with regard to age, interests and capabilities. During the day the men attend Day Hab programs, volunteer, or work in the community. During the week there are music and art classes given. On Sundays, the home takes trips in the community to sporting venues, arcade, movies, bowling, museums, etc. The surrounding community boasts of many synagogues where the men regularly participate for minyan, with some forging warm relationships with local community members. For more information, please contact 1-800-603-OHEL or email
Adaptive Clothing---Tommy Hilfiger is expanding its adaptive offerings to include clothing for adults in addition to their children’s line. The adult line includes 37 styles for men and 34 for women, all modeled off of items in the TOMMY HILFIGER sportswear collections. Pieces have been modified to include magnetic closures as well as Velcro and magnetic flies, adjusted leg openings to allow for braces and other changes. The Tommy Hilfiger adaptive line is available online at http://usa.tommy.com/en/tommy-adaptive
Life Skills App---Magnus Cards is a free mobile app that combines education and gaming to help people with autism learn everyday life skills such as shopping, using public transportation, personal hygiene, household chores and how to use a debit card. Starring an animated wizard named Magnus, the app provides step-by-step instructions to complete various activities while promoting independence. To down-load the app visit www.magnusmode.com.
ABLE Account Limit Will Rise---The amount of money that people with disabilities can deposit in their ABLE accounts each year without jeopardizing eligibility for government benefits is currently capped at $14,000. It is set to rise from to $15,000 in 2018 due to inflation. Money saved in ABLE accounts can be used to pay for qualified disability expenses such as education, health care, housing, and transportation. Interest earned is tax-free.
New York Area Kivrei Tzaddikim---A fellow parent, Rabbi Yosef Gesser, is the author of “Monuments To Nobility In Our Backyard” in Hamodia magazine. He conducts private and group tours of kivrei tzaddikim in the local New York area cemeteries. This is an excellent opportunity to daven for refuos and yeshuos for your family. For more information contact Rabbi Yosef Gesser at 718-690-1534,