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Inclusion B’ Kavod
Kindness, Acceptance, Visibility, Opportunity and Dignity
Ohev Shalom celebrates the uniqueness of each individual and family and welcomes diversity within our sacred community.
A message from our Inclusion B’Kavod (with respect) Team:
Proud to be a member of the
USCJ Ruderman Inclusion Action Community.
OUR MISSION and VISION
The Inclusion B’Kavod (inclusion with respect) committee was formed in 2011 to explore ways to make Ohev Shalom a more inclusive community. We have chosen the concept of Kavod (respect) to represent our purpose, it encompasses:
Kindness, Acceptance, Visibility, Opportunity and Dignity – for all.
Please explore our information and resources. If you are interested in joining our committee, please contact inclusionbkavod@ohev.org
Inclusion B’Kavod Mission Statement:
To ensure that all members of congregation Ohev Shalom of Bucks County are able to participate meaningfully in all spiritual, educational, celebratory, and life event activities at the synagogue.
Inclusion B’Kavod Vision Statement:
The Inclusion B’Kavod Committee will pursue its mission by:
1) Identifying and supporting special needs in the community.
2) Educating lay leaders, staff, and congregants.
3) Facilitating necessary changes by working within Ohev Shalom and collaborating with the community at large.
Synagogue Wide Commitment:
Ohev Shalom celebrates the uniqueness of each individual and family and welcomes diversity within our sacred community.
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CELEBRATIONS! @ OHEV!
Stay tuned for the 2019/20 Celebrations! @ Ohev calendar!
A unique Jewish family education program for children with special needs.
Celebrations! @ Ohev in the news, read about this phenomenal program in the Newtown Patch:
Learn, explore and engage with Jewish themed activities in an interactive environment.
CELEBRATIONS! @ Ohev is designed for children 4 – 18 years of age who have a variety of learning needs including cognitive, neurobehavioral, sensory, or physical disorders.
Parent involvement and pre-registration preferred. Siblings, grandparents and special friends are welcome to participate! Join us for all or as many as you can.
*Parent support group concentrating on relevant topics of interest, articles, and informal socializing, facilitated by a licensed professional*
TIME: 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
CONTACT: celebrations@ohev.org 215-322-9597
DATES and THEMES:
COMING SOON!
Visit https://www.myjewishlearning.com/ to learn more about the Jewish holidays!
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Intake Form – to let us know how we can help you!
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Media coverage:
- Exponent Article and Press Release
- ” Celebrating Kids with Special Needs” – from Parents Express Newspaper”
- Rabbi Darby Leigh translates the Shema into American Sign Language. Click HERE.
- Links to Various Inclusion Websites
Special Events In The Community
In September 2017, Inclusion B’Kavod sponsored a pet expo and a blessing of the pets!
We had a wonderful car show on September 18, 2016.
