Engaging and enriching virtual programs for older adults

Join the Jewish Family & Children’s Service Center for Senior Enrichment during the month of December for Zoom programming exploring music, movement and more.

“When COVID became a reality and JFCS had to close our physical CSE, we worried about the isolated older adults in our community,” states Jennifer Brauner, CSE director. “We are thrilled to present online, enriching programs and to extend our reach throughout the Valley.”

Mondays will showcase Movement with Michelle Dionisio and offer a Schmooze Parlor as well. Everyone is invited to bring information and ideas to share with others at the Parlor, which is hosted by Janet Rees.

Tuesdays offer a different class each week, including Marshall Shore, Arizona’s Hip Historian, the Curriculum Theatre Company, Jane Przelica presenting Southwest lore, creative writing and also a Yiddish club; Wednesdays include weekly chair Yoga classes; Thursdays focus on the arts, with music from Nicole Pesce and the Phoenix Conservatory of Music, talks from the Phoenix Art Museum, and an intriguing three-week program on opera, as well as a book club.

Friday mornings will include a Shabbat program with inspiration offered from local rabbis and leaders of the Jewish community.

There will also be a special Noon Year’s Eve Celebration on Dec. 31 from 11 am to noon featuring Tom LaGravinese, comic impersonator and musical impressionist.

All classes are open to the community. Most are free and all are available on Zoom. For additional information or to register, please contact Jennifer Brauner at seniorcenter@jfcsaz.org or 602-343-0192.

The JFCS Center for Senior Enrichment is partially funded by the Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix, the Area Agency on Aging and individual donors. Jewish Family & Children’s Service strengthens the community by providing quality behavioral health, health care and social services to all ages, faiths and backgrounds.