Welcome to the JCA News and Events page. Here you will find all news updates as well as post from the general blog and the KC (Kensington Clubs) Blog. Use the search function on the right side of the page to find news and posts about any particular category or key term that interests you.
Community Events, News / By Suzanne Pollak / September 18, 2015
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington’s Department of Jewish Life and Learning cordially invites you to attend ROUTES, the Greater Washington Jewish community’s quintessential annual adult education conference. Now it its seventh year, this innovative day of Jewish learning will feature 70 thought-provoking sessions in seven hours. From mindfulness to mysticism, relationships to reflections, text study …
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Community Events, News / By Suzanne Pollak / September 17, 2015
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]JCA is a proud sponsor of the 50+ Expos presented by The Beacon. Be sure to stop by our table at either Expo to learn more about JCA programs and volunteer opportunities! With two dates to choose from, there’s no reason to miss out on this great community resource. Sunday, October 18, 12 – …
Charitable Giving, News / By Suzanne Pollak / September 7, 2015
Thanks to more than 30 five-star reviews penned by volunteers, donors, board members and people who have benefited from our programs and services, the Jewish Council for the Aging of Greater Washington has earned designation as a 2015 Top-Rated Nonprofit from GreatNonprofits, Reviews are posted by people who have first-hand experience with a charitable organization. …
Interages, JCA Programs, News / By Suzanne Pollak / August 11, 2015
[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]If you are age 50+ and looking to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and youth, we invite you to join us on September 3 for the Interages’ Volunteer Open House. As a volunteer for the JCA Heyman Interages® Center, you could share your experience and knowledge to help students thrive …
JCA Programs, News / By Suzanne Pollak / July 29, 2015
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]Are you age 50+ and looking to enter or return to the workforce? The Career Gateway! program was designed just for you. The next session of Career Gateway starts September 8. This innovative series of workshops features: Individual attention and small classes A long-term mentor Intensive training Comprehensive take-home materials Tips for creating or …
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]Montgomery County’s Senior Center Transportation Program, which is operated by JCA under contract with Montgomery County Recreation, has earned an Achievement Award from the National Association of Counties (NACo). The Senior Center Transportation Program was launched in January 2014, with JCA operating Senior Center Shuttles that enable older adults to travel safely to and …
JCA Programs, News / By Suzanne Pollak / June 12, 2015
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] The Margaret Cutler Award is named in honor of Interages’ first Board President and is awarded each year to individuals who show excellence in developing, implementing or supporting intergenerational programs in Montgomery County. Our 2015 award winners are Brenda Lopez and Toni Quan, cosmetology teachers at Thomas Edison High School of Technology. Edison …
JCA Programs / By Suzanne Pollak / June 7, 2015
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] Smart Networking Workshop June 23, 2015 2pm to 4:30pm Learn to network like a pro and how to promote your skills and talents! Join us for this high-energy workshop featuring networking gurus Margo Smith and Amy Kass, plus LinkedIn expert Shira Harrington. This workshop is for men and women age 50+ who are …
Charitable Giving / By Suzanne Pollak / June 1, 2015
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] JCA is pleased to be part of Do More 24, a day focused on local giving powered by the United Way of the National Capital Area. We especially ask that our supporters make a Do More 24 donation of $24 or more between 8pm and 10pm on June 4, with the goal of helping …
News, Publications / By Suzanne Pollak / May 12, 2015
The spring 2015 edition of Access JCA is hot off the presses. This issue features a profile of JCA supporters Terry and Debbie Korth, highlights from our Senior Prom and Productive Aging Dinner, and a feature story about transportation programs. Click here to download.
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