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10/08/2024 09:10:36 AM

Oct8

Cook Meals for Healing House
Sign up to drop off meals October 27 to November 2.

TBE Caring Committee 
In keeping with the Jewish principle of providing chesed (lovingkindness) to those in need, Temple Beth El has a Caring Committee to offer support and help to fellow congregants. Any TBE member can ask for assistance, and any member may suggest to that someone might need help. Once a request is made, the chair of the Caring Committee will follow up to determine the need and, where appropriate, assign the request to volunteers. You can use our online form to request care or sign up as a volunteer.

Volunteer Drivers for Immigration Proceedings
The Dane Sanctuary Coalition provides rides to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) offices in Milwaukee, Waukegan, IL, and Chicago, as well as the United States Immigration Court in Chicago. We are always seeking new volunteer drivers to join the team. A virtual training session is available with further explanation about the role and responsibilities of a volunteer driver, USCIS processes, etc. If you are interested in being a volunteer driver, please contact coordinator Dan Zimmerman or call him at his home at 608-241-1158. If you’d like to talk with an experienced TBE driver to see what it’s like, contact Betsy Abramson. 

Setting Up Apartments for Newly Arriving Refugees
Temple Beth El works with Jewish Social Services as they help refugees from all over the world resettle in the Madison area. JSS provides case management, job help, and housing for newly arrived refugee families. TBE volunteers work to set up apartments with furniture and food, and provide tutoring and mentoring as needed. Contact Sherie Sondel if you would like to help.

Volunteering through Jewish Social Services 
Jewish Social Services volunteers serve as drivers, friendly visitors, events supporters, language tutors, shoppers, mentors, apartment setup helpers, and so much more. Read about JSS volunteer opportunities here, or contact Paul Borowsky at 608-442-4083. 

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