BEINEINU NEWS & NOTES
December 26, 2018
USA
Computer Savvy Volunteers Needed
Volunteers are needed to help format large print books in Microsoft Word for the visually impaired. Contact Rochel Bodek at 845-352-7700 Ext. #213,
Chassidishe Boys Sleep Away Camp
Camp Tomid is a sleep away camp for high functioning boys ages 10-16. A few slots are still available for their exciting 8 week program in summer 2019. Most medical issues accepted. Camp grounds are not wheelchair accessible. OPWDD eligible, not Board of Ed funded. For more information contact Rabbi Leitner at 347-661-0934
L’Chaim Shidduch Meetings
Do you know a high functioning single who is ready for Shidduchim? L’Chaim’s semi-annual shidduch meetings for various categories of singles will be taking place all over the world the first weeks of January. This is a chance for you to represent the singles you know and network with other representatives who are looking to make matches.
A L’Chaim shidduch meeting for high functioning singles with special needs will take place January 7, 2019 at the home of Renee Finkelstein, 1563 East 27th Street (between Kings Highway and Ave P), Brooklyn NY at 8:00 pm. You can contact her at 917-287-2336,
A L’Chaim shidduch meeting for high functioning singles, singles with medical issues, and the physically challenged will take place January 13, 2019 at the home of Chaya Gross, 6 Bartlett Lane, Monsey NY. No emotional issues, please.
If you would like to host a L’Chaim shidduch meeting at your home, contact 845-356-7038,
Building Blocks Magazine
The winter issue of Building Blocks special needs magazine is included as a free insert in this week’s edition of the Jewish Press weekly newspaper. The feature articles are on “Anxiety In Children”. Available on newsstands now.
Down Syndrome Amongst Us Magazine
The next issue of Down Syndrome Amongst Us magazine will be included as a free insert in the January 2, 2019 issue of Ami magazine.
Adaptive Skiing
Helen Hayes Hospital’s Adapted Sports and Recreation Program has teamed up with Mountain Creek Resort in Vernon, NJ to host a series of adaptive skiing clinics on January 8thand 22ndand February 12thand 26th. The clinics are open to individuals of all abilities and experience levels who require adaptive tools and techniques to enjoy the sport. For more information and to register, contact Peter Gagliardo, Adapted Sports & Recreation Coordinator, at 845-786-4950.