Adult Day Drop Off
2026-05-28 12:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Reisman Hall, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
Temple Emanuel Senior Fund presents Adult Day Drop Off for spouses who have early to mid stage memory loss. Join us at Reisman Hall for 2 1/2 hours to have a light dairy lunch snack and engage in meaningful activities with staff from Adelaide of Newton Centre, A Benchmark Mind & Memory Experience. Sample activities: Music & Memories, Strength & Balance Exercise Class, Hydration & Relaxation, Historical Discussion, and more.
No charge – Registration limited to 10 adults per session
Spouses/partners – please arrange to be in Reisman Hall by 2:50pm to pick up your loved one.
To register, please contact Tracy Schneider with the following info:

Are you a TE member?
Name and age of attendee
Early or Mid Stage dementia
Physician contact info/any pertinent medical issues (Swallowing food status/Toileting status )
Care giving spouse contact info

This program is generously sponsored by Adelaide and co-sponsored by the Temple Emanuel Senior Fund. Thank you to Adelaide for sponsoring the light lunch/snacks.

Adult Child Support Group
2026-05-28 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-06-11 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual
Thursday evenings | 6:30 – 7:30 pm on Zoom
Are you caring for an aging parent? Are you looking for local resources and support?
Join us for monthly discussions on all topics about managing the care of our parents and maintaining our own expectations. We will have guest speakers set up by the team at Adelaide, a Benchmark community.
Register Here→
For the best experience, participants are encouraged to attend regularly. There is no cost to attend- but registration is required. Questions? Please contact Tracy Schneider.
This series is sponsored by Adelaide and co-presented by TE senior fund.

Total Body Workout
2026-06-02 14:10 - 15:10, 2026-06-09 14:10 - 15:10 | Reisman Hall, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
A class for all levels. 20 minutes basic fun cardio dance, 20 minutes body sculpting/conditioning & 20 minutes stretch and balance.
NEW WINTER WORKOUT! Tuesdays 1pm:
Jan 6, 13, 27; Feb 3, 5, 10, 17
Spring 2026 dates: March 3, 10, 17, 31; April 7, 21, 28; May 19, 26; June 2, 9
led by Carole Rodenstein on March 3, 10
led by Kim Bartlett on March 17, 31, April 7, 28
Led by Jill Meyer on April 21, May 19, 26, June 9
No RSVP needed. All are welcome.
These Total Body Workout exercise classes will follow L’CHAIM programs.
We are grateful to Village Bank and the Temple Emanuel Senior Fund for supporting Total Body Workout and Adapted Seated Exercises this season.

Bereavement Group
2026-06-02 20:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-09 20:00 - 21:00 | Virtual
This bereavement group is open to adult children who have lost an elder parent or elder spouses who have lost a spouse, partner or friend within the last year.
Disclaimer: We ask that all dialogue and information shared during the group discussion remain confidential to the participants.
There is no cost to attend- but registration is required. This series is open to Temple Emanuel members as well as the greater community.
Session Dates: May 19, May 26, June 2, June 9 on Zoom
Contact Tracy Schneider at Tracys120@yahoo.com for the zoom link and registration.

About the Facilitator, Jay Maenhout
Jay Maenhout serves as the Coordinator of Bereavement & Spiritual Care for West River Hospice, where he supports individuals and families navigating grief and life’s most challenging transitions. He is a certified Grief Support Specialist and End-of-Life Doula. In addition to his hospice work, Jay serves on the Education & Outreach Committee for the Parmenter Foundation, a MetroWest nonprofit dedicated to providing bereavement support and community education around grief. Through his professional and volunteer roles, Jay is committed to creating compassionate spaces where people can share their stories, honor their loved ones, and find support in community.

Bereavement Group is sponsored by West River Care. West River Care is part of the Wingate Collective and provides home health, hospice, and private duty services wherever you call home. We believe every day should be lived to its fullest. Let us help you achieve just that.

Yoga Minyan
2026-06-07 09:00 - 10:00 | Virtual
With Michelle Silberman Hubbard, Yoga Instructor
Sundays mornings | 9 – 10 am
Our rabbis taught us that the soul is joined intimately to the body. The two move together and each can be used in the service of God. In this innovative morning minyan we will be using our bodies to pray, our voices to chant, and movement to connect with holiness in a Jewish way. Awaken your senses as you awaken your soul. Expect an uplifting morning service and a great sweat. No previous Yoga or davening experience necessary. Dress for comfort. Bring a yoga mat or towel, a small towel, and water. Time to get up and stretch your body! Grab your mat or towel and join in via Zoom. New participants always welcome!
Zoom link will be provided upon registration.
Register Here→
Sponsored by Sisterhood Temple Emanuel

Caregiver Support Group
2026-06-10 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual
Wednesday Evenings 6:30pm – 7:30pm on Zoom with Emily Grossman. There is no cost to attend- but registration is required. This series is open to Temple Emanuel members as well as the greater community. Contact Tracy Schneider at Tracys120@yahoo.com for the zoom link and registration.
Disclaimer: We ask that all dialogue and information shared during the group discussion remain confidential to the participants.
Class Dates: Sept 10, Oct 22, Nov 5, Dec 3, Jan 7, Feb 4, March 4, April 15, May 20, June 10
We welcome Emily Grossman to lead our group this coming season. Emily brings a wealth of knowledge and compassion to support the spouses and partners of those who suffer from dementia.
Emily S. Grossman, MSW, CMC, CDP, is the founder of NextPath Care Management, with more than 23 years of experience in large and small healthcare organizations. Emily’s extensive experience in all levels of senior care, including home and community-based services as well as institutional and insurance-based resources, has formed the foundation of her practice. She has delivered seminars on housing and care options, and how best to plan for the future, as well as contributed to various newsletters and publications. Emily earned a B.A. from Tufts University and a Master’s of Social Work with a clinical concentration in Older Adults and Families from Boston College, where she was a Litwak Fellow. She completed her graduate training at Hebrew Senior Life Continuing Care Retirement Community Newbridge on the Charles in their Long-Term Care setting and with Jewish Family Services of Metro West.
Caregiver Support Group is proudly co-presented by Temple Emanuel Senior Fund and the Deanna and Sidney Wolk Center for Memory Health at Hebrew SeniorLife.

Memory Cafe
2026-06-11 12:15 - 14:00 | Reisman Hall, 385 Ward Street, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
What is a Memory Café? A memory café is a model of social programming that provides an inviting place for people with forgetfulness or other changes in their thinking – and their family/friends!
Please RSVP for the lunch programs to Tracys120@yahoo.com

April 16 – Music and Movement with Steve Ginz

After receiving a masters degree in music therapy and mental health counseling, Steve Gintz, MT-BC, MA, CDP, began his career working as a counselor for teen girls in 2015. Three years later, Steve left his counseling position—and faced his fear of cold calling—to start Instrumental Health™, which uses the power of music and the arts to nourish mind, body, and spirit.
Lunch at 12:15pm sponsored by Miriam Chernoff in memory of her beloved husband Stan Morse of blessed memory. Program at 1pm.

May 21 – A Lively Sing Along with Ruth & Joe Pete
Join husband and wife team Ruth Rappaport and Joe Pete Wetherbee for a lively sing-along! We’ll be singing some of your favorite country songs.
Lunch at 12:15pm generously sponsored by Dr. Harvey and Ellen Silverberg and supported by Gourmet Catering By Andrew. Concert at 1pm.

June 11 – Concert Sing Along with Joel Light & Dan Moore
Join a live concert/sing-along of classic hits from the 1940s, 1950s, and Broadway. Joel’s “Fill My Heart with Song,” with Dan/accompanist and singer, perform for senior communities and memory cafes throughout the Greater Boston area.
Musical leaders: Joel Light, artist/educator, and Dan Moore, keyboard and electronic musician, are a wonderful duo whose repertoire ranges across twentieth century popular music.
Lunch at 12:15pm generously sponsored by Dr. Harvey and Ellen Silverberg and supported by Gourmet Catering By Andrew. Concert at 1pm.

Memory Café is proudly co-presented by Temple Emanuel Senior Fund and the Deanna and Sidney Wolk Center for Memory Health at Hebrew SeniorLife
