seniors
(Photo courtesy of Jewish Association on Aging)
July 17, 2026, 2:40 pm
Why seniors make the very best volunteers
There is something profoundly special about the gifts that seniors bring to volunteer service.
By Sharyn Rubin
Synagogue space at The New Riverview Apartments (Photo by Octavia Liku)
June 23, 2026, 3:54 pm
At The New Riverview, residents share in spirituality on Shabbat
"We found a haven here."
By Octavia Liku
Bob Katzen (left) and David Steinbach (Photo by Abigail Hakas)
July 5, 2023, 3:17 pm
These Jewish Pittsburghers are competing in this summer’s National Senior Games
Active octogenarians
By Abigail Hakas
(Photo by Andrea Piacquadio via Pexels)
March 7, 2023, 12:27 pm
AgeWell Pittsburgh’s Rides and Visits program restarts to help seniors
"Now that we can safely provide AgeWell Rides and Visits again, we can ensure that all those in our community who are choosing to age in place can...access the services they need.”
By Justin Vellucci
New York Yankees relief pitcher Scott Effross and J Cafe diner Velma Leocadio. Photo by Adam Reinherz
December 27, 2022, 9:15 am
Jewish Yankees pitcher visits JCC, delights lunch-goers
Scott Effross and his dad Stefan Effross throw J Cafe diners an enjoyable changeup
By Adam Reinherz
Reuben Abromowitz and Hilda McNabb enjoy their time together at a summer seniors luncheon at Chabad of the South Hills. (Photo courtesy of Batya Rosenblum)
September 2, 2022, 5:34 pm
South Hills club brings sunshine to seniors
“It is really just to bring them happiness — sunshine and a smile,”
By Justin Vellucci
Stock image (Courtesy of Pexels via Pixabay)
September 2, 2022, 6:47 am
Pittsburgh seniors’ growing taste for pickleball
The court is smaller and easier to manage than a tennis court, yet the sport still provides a good workout.
By Justin Vellucci
(Image by Sabine van Erp via Pixabay)
July 11, 2022, 1:59 pm
Sacred Spaces develops resources to respond to elder abuse
"We are lagging far behind in the area of elder abuse or elder justice.”
By Justin Vellucci
Photo by agilemktg1 via Flickr
June 17, 2022, 8:24 am
Federation creates Seniors Task Force to assess growing community needs
Leaders of the pandemic-spurred initiative say a plan will be ready for the community by December 2022.
By Adam Reinherz
A JCC member pushes up to reach new goals. (Photo courtesy of Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh)
May 20, 2022, 10:09 am
JCC of Greater Pittsburgh dedicates week to wellness for older adults
Programming begins Monday, May 23
Seniors enjoying lunch at J Café in Squirrel Hill (Photo courtesy of the Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh)
April 29, 2022, 12:03 pm
J Café reopens in-person dining for seniors
In-person lunch program resumes May 2
Photo by Dobrila Vignjevic via iStock
January 10, 2022, 12:18 pm
CheckMates helps seniors connect and remain independent
Social isolation and loneliness pose a serious health risk in older adults. A local program combats those issues one call at a time.
By Adam Reinherz
Volunteer Trish Callaway prepares meals at the Squirrel Hill JCC. Photo courtesy of Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
May 7, 2021, 12:07 pm
JCC senior lunch programs satisfy growing need
Strengthening community with care
By Adam Reinherz
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