Jewish Association on Aging
Mukades Gend (Photo by Sharyn Rubin)
April 7, 2026, 5:42 pm
From Germany to Squirrel Hill: Student finds connection to Jewish roots at JAA
“It’s about wanting to feel the tradition and culture of my ancestors. I feel like so much got lost over time because of the Diaspora; I want to take back a little of that.”
By Deborah Weisberg
(Photo by Evrymmnt via iStock)
April 7, 2026, 4:43 pm
Mollie’s Meals caught in county funding squeeze, but support holds for now
As of early April, the county had cut at least four Mollies Meals’ recipients from the program
By Deborah Weisberg
(Photo by monkeybusinessimages vis iStock)
January 28, 2026, 4:36 pm
Helpful tips to navigate the future of aging
Moving to a senior community does not mean surrendering independence or identity.
By Mary Anne Foley
Ann Shaw and Phyllis Schwartz are the first two residents of the JAA’s new Personal Care Residence. (Photo by David Rullo)
January 6, 2026, 12:40 pm
The future of aging, Waterside Landing, JAA’s new Personal Care Residence opens
“I’m very pleased to be here,” Schwartz said. “It’s heimish.”
By David Rullo
The Torah ark will continue to be used at the JAA's new personal care residence. (Photo courtesy of Rabbi Dovid Small)
October 24, 2025, 12:30 pm
Century-old Torah ark finds new home in JAA’s Squirrel Hill care complex
The art deco-style JAA ark dates to at least 1933.
By Deborah Weisberg
(Photo by pcess609 via iStock)
July 24, 2025, 9:30 am
More than a good deed: How volunteering keeps us connected, active and fulfilled
Volunteering can be particularly beneficial for older adults as a way to foster healthy aging.
By Sharyn Rubin
A JAA's resident's hands (Photo by Josh Franzos)
May 6, 2025, 3:57 pm
In times of change and grief, chaplains offer presence, healing and hope
Chaplaincy is about creating a safe, non-judgmental space where people can navigate personal challenges and obstacles.
By Rabbi Dovid Small
(Photo by rethaferguson via Pexels)
March 5, 2025, 9:10 am
Best practices for seniors during respiratory virus season
Vaccination is the most effective way to prevent severe illnesses.
By Joyelle Bateman
Rendering created by pH7 Architects, provided by the JAA.
September 19, 2024, 9:06 pm
JAA announces plans for urban senior village at former Charles Morris site
“We will be seen and recognized as a premier provider of services,” she said.
By David Rullo
JoAnne Klimovich Harrop (left) takes a selfie with her mother, Evelyn Klimovich, outside Rivers Casino Pittsburgh in August 2019. (Photo courtesy of the Klimovich family)
January 22, 2024, 7:08 pm
A daughter’s promise: 85 days quarantining in a nursing home
Local reporter moved into Charles M. Morris Nursing and Rehabilitation Center to be with her mom during COVID-19
By Justin Vellucci
Karen Gusky and other Pittsburgh Jewish community members have concerns about the JAA's new kosher policy. (Photo provided by Karen Gusky)
October 10, 2023, 12:17 pm
JAA’s new dining plan met with skepticism from some community members
“The Jewish community are the ones that gave money in the first place because Weinberg Terrace was a kosher place. … Why do I have to go to Cleveland or New York or Florida?”
By David Rullo
Drone shot of the JAA campus Image provided by the Jewish Association on Aging.
October 3, 2023, 10:00 am
JAA addresses community concerns and revamps kosher dining option
“We’ve worked with the VAAD on a process that food will be able to be plated and served on real plates and use real silverware instead of plasticware or containers."
By David Rullo
A JAA's resident's hands (Photo by Josh Franzos)
August 30, 2023, 10:02 am
JAA remains committed to Jewish values, even during times of change
In making this decision, we are committed to providing quality kosher meals.
By Louis Plung and Mary Anne Foley
Residents at Weinberg Terrace (Photo by Jim Busis)
August 16, 2023, 10:17 am
JAA to offer non-kosher meal option at Weinberg Terrace, AHAVA Memory Care
The organization’s Jewish identity and faith-based values are still at the heart of JAA’s mission, its board chair said.
By David Rullo
Drone shot of the JAA campus Image provided by the Jewish Association on Aging.
June 9, 2023, 10:44 am
Jewish Association on Aging redevelopment plans announced
Attorneys, architects and developers discuss future of JAA's Brown's Hill Road Campus
By Adam Reinherz
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