KleinLife: Northeast Philadelphia
Myer and Rosaline Feinstein Campus
10100 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116
215-698-7300 • kleinlife.org
Serves a hot kosher lunch, and offers a full program of adult-education classes
and activities weekdays. A computer center and classes link seniors to web
browsing, social media, and more. Activities include holiday programs,
entertainment, exercise groups, yoga, support and discussion groups, ESL and
citizenship classes, a social club, a Russian-speaking program, travel clubs and
day trips to theaters, museums and cultural events. A social worker is available
to help seniors gain access to needed community services, including home-
delivered meals. Volunteer opportunities are available. Transportation can be
arranged to and from the center. Offers free membership to SilverSneakers®
and Silver&Fit® program participants.
KleinLife: Center City
Jewish Community Services Building
2100 Arch St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 • 215-832-0539
lellis@kleinlife.org Provides programming for seniors, including socialization and social
services, classes, exercise and health presentations, Yiddish, musical
entertainment, holiday celebrations and a hot kosher lunch on Friday,
from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Take-home frozen kosher meals are available
at a modest cost. Transportation can be arranged.
KleinLife: Montgomery County
Congregation Adath Jeshurun
7763 Old York Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027
215-635-5244 • swaldman@kleinlife.org
Open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.,
offering a wide range of programs, such as art and music, current events,
fitness, etc. Also offers a free daily hot kosher lunch.
KleinLife: Northeast Philadelphia
Russian Speaking Program
10100 Jamison Ave • Philadelphia, PA 19116 • 215-698-7300 x155
Geared to senior adults whose primary language is Russian.
Offers kosher lunches, computer instruction, cultural and educational
programs, citizenship preparation courses, ESL classes, Shabbat programs
and entertainment. Participants join with other Klein senior adult
participants in activities and access to social services.
KleinLife: Rhawnhurst
Tabas House • 2101 Strahle St. • Philadelphia, PA 19152
215-745-3127 Offers hot lunches and afternoon social and educational programs
to members Tuesday through Friday. Provides bimonthly shopping
assistance, trips and special holiday programs.
KleinLife Travel Program for Adults
215-698-7300, Ext. 176
Provides the opportunity to participate in various entertainment and
cultural trips throughout the month. Trips include shows at local and
Broadway theaters, concerts, opera, film, museums and fine dining.
All trips include round-trip bus transportation from the KleinLife
and are escorted by KleinLife staff. Trips are open to KleinLife members
and guests.
Temple University Health Services at KleinLife
(see the more complete listing under Health Services)
Dental Center
215-464-1704 • DLKleinLife@temple.edu
Wellness Center
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Federation Housing, Inc.
8900 Roosevelt Blvd. • Philadelphia, PA 19115
215-673-6446 or TTD:215-673-6459 • Fax: 215-673-9525
info@federationhousing.org • federationhousing.org
Develops and manages affordable housing for low- or modest-income
elderly. Applicants must be at least 62 years old and able to live independently.
Offers social programs, transportation, housekeeping, social-service support,
rabbinical support, kosher-style meals, residential programs and daily activities.
Housing offered at the following pro perties:
E PHRAIM G OLDSTEIN A PARTMENTS
12003 Bustleton Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116
215-969-0400 • Fax: 215-698-8263
M IRIAM AND R OBERT M. R IEDER H OUSE
10102 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116
215-464-4151 • Fax: 215-464-9793
R OBERT S ALIGMAN H OUSE & S ALIGMAN N ORTH
8900 Roosevelt Blvd. • Philadelphia, PA 19115
215-464-3377 or 215-673-6446 • Fax: 215-464-3044
A RTHUR AND E STELLE S IDEWATER H OUSE
780 Byberry Road • Philadelphia, PA 19116
215-856-9484 • Fax: 215-856-9550
E VELYN AND D ANIEL M. T ABAS H OUSE
10102 Jamison Ave., Unit B • Philadelphia, PA 19116
215-464-4151 • Fax: 215-464-9793
C ENTER P ARK III
The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Campus
10102-C Jamison Ave., Unit C • Philadelphia, PA 19116
215-464-4151 • Fax: 215-464-9793
S AMUEL A. G REEN H OUSE
1509 Ashbourne Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027
215-635-4100 • Fax: 215-635-7402
S AMUEL T ABAS A PARTMENTS
2101 Strahle St. • Philadelphia, PA 19152
215-722-8688 • Fax: 215-725-9377
F LORENCE E. G REEN H OUSE
4701 Somerton Road • Trevose, PA 19053
215-364-1167 • Fax: 215-364-1187
Mildred Shor Inn
Abramson Center for Jewish Life
1425 Horsham Road • North Wales, PA 19454
215-371-3400 or 1-888-340-0080 • Fax: 215-371-3030
info@abramsoncenter.org • abramsoncenter.org
Studio and one-bedroom senior living apartments in a suburban setting,
with personal care services available. Access to medical and rehabilitative care.
Meals and snacks prepared in a kosher kitchen.
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Abramson Residence
Abramson Center for Jewish Life
1425 Horsham Road • North Wales, PA 19454
215-371-3400 or 1-888-340-0080 • Fax: 215-371-3030
info@abramsoncenter.org • abramsoncenter.org
Long-term nursing and Alzheimer’s care in a residential setting. Single-
occupancy bedrooms are arranged in clusters to enhance privacy. Residents
receive the services of staff physicians, physician’s assistants, nurses, social
workers, activity therapists, rehabilitation therapists and access to a range of
medical sub-specialties. Extensive Jewish religious and cultural programming.
Kosher meals are prepared on-site under Orthodox supervision.
I N -H OME S ERVICES
Abramson Home Care
261 Old York Road, Suite 318 • Jenkintown, PA 19046
215-371-3400 or 888-340-0080 • Fax: 215-371-3130
info@abramsoncenter.org • abramsoncenter.org
Skilled home care and homemaker services, including nursing care;
physical, occupational and speech therapy; medical social services;
orthopedic and cardiac aftercare; wound care; medication instruction,
education and counseling on health concerns; help with personal care needs;
light housekeeping and laundry; meal preparation and errands; escorts to
medical appointments; companions; and respite for family caregivers.
JEVS Human Services
2770 Red Lion Road • Philadelphia, PA 19114
215-728-4435 • Fax: 267-298-1301 • jevshumanservices.org
Nursing Home Transition
Offers support for individuals transitioning from a nursing home to a more
independent living situation. Individuals receive one-on-one support from
a qualified coordinator, as well as assistance planning and orchestrating the
move. Emphasis is placed on learning skills for increased self-sufficiency
and household management.
Supports Coordination
Adults 18 years of age or older who are mentally alert, have a physi-
cal disability lasting for more than a year, can benefit from Supports
Coordination to stay in their own homes, go to work, attend school
and participate fully in the community. Assists individuals who
participate in the Office of Long-Term Living (OLTL) programs in
gaining access to needed services and other state Medicaid plan
services, as well as other medical and social services regardless of
the funding source. Services are free to those who qualify.
Jewish Relief Agency (JRA )
225 E City Avenue, Suite 210 • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
610-660-0190 • 215-281-1101 • Fax: 610-660-0191
JRAid@JewishRelief.org • jewishrelief.org
Monthly Food Distribution Program
Provides a supplemental box of nutritionally balanced, strictly kosher pantry
and fresh produce items to low-income households. Food boxes are delivered
monthly to client homes by volunteers. Service is free to eligible individuals.
JRAid Program
JRAid provides assistance with everyday tasks, minor home repair and
transportation to low-income seniors. Services are provided by volunteers
and/or licensed contractors. Most services are offered for free.
KleinLife: Northeast Philadelphia (Formerly: Klein JCC)
Myer and Rosaline Feinstein Campus
10100 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116
215-698-7300 • kleinlife.org
Gateways to Aging Well
Provides Jewish seniors with an array of supportive services so they
can maintain their independence and improve their quality of life.
The program includes intake and assessment; supportive services,
such as counseling, congregate meals and socialization programs at
KleinLife in Northeast Philadelphia; and in-home support, such as
friendly visiting, home delivered meals and home modifications.
The program includes case management and outreach components
delivered to people in neighborhood around KleinLife.
In-Home Support Program
gsilverb@ihsp.pcaphl.org Provides services for temporarily homebound elderly, including meals,
cleaning, supportive counseling and handicapped assistive devices for
the residents of the Greater Northeast. Will screen clients for eligibility
and connect them to home health care options and provide subsidies, if
appropriate. Home Delivered Meals
215-698-7300 x191 • jborsky@kleinlife.org • kleinlife.org
Provides kosher and supplemental meals to the older adult community
who are unable to prepare their own meals.
Cook for a Friend — Meals are provided by local volunteers,
synagogue groups, Hebrew-schools and other organizations
within the Jewish community. The meals are delivered by
local volunteers who often stay for a short visit. There is no
charge for participation in the program, but voluntary con-
tributions are requested to help defray the program costs.
Catered Meals — Frozen, microwaveable meals prepared
by a local caterer and delivered by volunteers. The program
serves seniors in Northeast Philadelphia, Abington and Chel--
tenham. SUPPORT GROUPS
Center for Spiritual Well-being
Beth Sholom Congregation
8321 Old York Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027
215-887-1342 ext. 109 • spiritualwell-being.org
A community project dedicated to helping people find meaningful spiritual
connections in their lives with the goal of promoting both spiritual and mental
well-being and creating communities of those with shared spiritual interests.
Jewish Family and Children’s
Service of Greater Philadelphia
10125 Verree Road • Philadelphia, PA 19116
and: The Barbara & Harvey Brodsky Enrichment Center
345 Montgomery Avenue • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 • 267-314-0909
1-866-JFCS-NOW or 1-866-532-7669
info@jfcsphilly.org • jfcsphilly.org
Offers group support on various topics: illness and bereavement, separation
and divorce, family programs, anger/stress management, children’s socializa-
tion groups, marriage enrichment programs, interfaith issues, LGBTQ issues,
care-giving issues, socialization and support groups for teens and adults with
special needs, and support groups for family members/care givers of individu-
als with disabilities.
Jewish Adoption and Family Care Options (JAFCO)
234 S. Bryn Mawr Ave., Suite 100 • Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
610-525-1040 • Rana@jafco.org • jafco.org
Family Strengthening Program sponsors two support groups:
Relative Caregiver Support Group
STAR Group: Siblings Together Are Remarkable
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