JUF/JF Programs Serving the Northwest Jewish Community

Shalom Baby
Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago (JUF) 30 S. Wells Street Suite 3068 Chicago, IL 60606-5056 Phone: (312) 447-4826 Fax: (312) 553-5485 E-mail: shalombaby@juf.org Website: http://www.juf.org/shalom_baby Contact: Abby Halper	Complimentary package welcomes newborns to Chicago's Jewish community with gifts, a $36.00 coupon and information on programs and services for raising a Jewish baby.

JUF Right Start

Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago (JUF)
30 S. Wells Street
Suite 5016
Chicago, IL 60606
Phone: 312-357-4513
E-mail: rightstart@juf.org
Website: http://www.juf.org/rightstart/

The program's centerpiece is a $500 - $1,000 gift voucher--the first of its kind nationally-- that will offset the cost of a Jewish early childhood education. The voucher can be used for the first child in the immediate family to attend a participoating Jewish preschool or daycare, beginning at age two. This program is not based on need. Tuition reimbursement is based on the number of days a child is enrolled. Please see eligibility information at the website.

TOV MTV

Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago
30 S. Wells St.
Suite 5042
Chicago, IL 60606
Phone: (312) 357-4928
Fax: (312) 444-2086
E-mail: brettklugman@juf.org
Website: http://www.juf.org/teens

Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago Teen Programs
30 S. Wells St., Suite 5035 Chicago, IL 60606 Phone: (312) 444-2802 E-mail: teens@juf.org Website: http://www.juf.org/teens Contact: Leemor Dotan	Your central address for learning about programs for teens. Learn more about philanthropy programs, Israel advocacy and culture programs, camps and travel programs, youth movements, Israel Experience programs, volunteer opportunities and more!

Chicago Community Israel Program Scholarships
Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago 30 S. Wells Street Suite 5031 Chicago, IL 60606-5056 Phone: (312) 444-2895, (312) 444-2904 E-mail: israelexperience@juf.org Website: http://www.juf.org/israel_experience	Financial need-based scholarships or high school and college students and young adults through age 28 for approved Israel Experience programs of work, study, and travel; deadlines are November 1 and March 1.

The Hillels of Illinois
30 S. Wells Street Suite 216-600 Chicago, IL 60606 Phone: (312) 444-2868 Fax: (312) 855-2479 E-mail: hillel@juf.org Website: http://www.thehillelsofillinois.org Contact: Rabbi Paul Saiger, Executive Director	In Illinois, Hillel provides opportunities for Jewish students to explore and celebrate their Jewish identity at 17 different Hillels on Illinois Campuses, as well as through Hillel Regional programs and our affiliation with Hillel: The Foundation for Jewish Campus Life. Hillel adds value – and Jewish values – to the lives of Jewish college students and the entire campus community.

Shalom Chicago
Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago (JUF) 30 S. Wells Street Suite 3068 Chicago, IL 60606-5056 Phone: (312) 447-4826 Fax: (312) 553-5485 E-mail: shalomchicago@juf.org Website: http://www.juf.org/shalom_chicago Contact: Abby Halper	Provides information on Chicago's Jewish community and a complimentary Shalom Chicago package.

Chicago Center for Jewish Genetic Disorders
Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago 30 S. Wells Street Chicago, IL 60606-5056 Phone: (312) 357-4718 Fax: (312) 855-3295 E-mail: jewishgeneticsctr@juf.org Website: http://www.jewishgeneticscenter.org Contact: Karen Litwack	Translates laboratory discoveries into accessible information for individuals and families through public education and awareness, professional education, screening and prevention programs, information and referral, and advocacy. A cooperative effort of the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago, and Children's Memorial Hospital funded by a grant from Michael Reese Health Trust.

The Jewish Healing Network of Chicago ensures that information about and access to
social service, health and spiritual resources is available to people facing issues of illness
and loss. We provide referrals to existing services in the Chicago area and create new
services where needed. JHNC is a collaborative project of Jewish Child and Family
Services, CJE SeniorLife, the Chicago Board of Rabbis and Jewish United Fund/Jewish
Federation. Programs, available throughout the community, include:
Information and Assistance
Contact: Tracey Lipsig Kite,
Phone: 847-568-5216 E-mail:
TraceyKite@jcfs.org
Connections to available resources for people challenged by illness and loss.
Chemical Dependency Program
Contact: Marcy Cohn
Phone: 847-568-5227 Email:
marcycohn@jcfs.org
The Chemical Dependency Program provides spiritual programs for people with
chemical dependency and their family and friends, support groups, intervention and
referral to treatment facilities, and education for professionals, religious and community
leaders in Jewish settings about the prevalence of substance abuse in our community and
how to respond.
Generation to Generation: Friendly Visitors to the Elderly and B’nei Mitzvah Visit
the Elderly
Contact: Carol Berry
Phone: (847) 568-5208
Email: carolberry@jcfs.org
Recruits, trains, places and supports members of the Jewish community who make
friendly visits, lead discussion groups or services for Jewish residents of local nursing
homes and assisted living facilities.
Support Groups
Contact: Tracey Lipsig Kite,
Phone: 847-568-5216
E-mail: TraceyKite@jcfs.org
Meet others experiencing similar life challenges through a broad array of support
groups offered by Jewish Child and Family Services and CJE SeniorLife, throughout
the Chicago area.
Pastoral Counseling
Contact: Rabbi Joseph Ozarowski
Goldie Bachman Luftig Building
Phone: (847) 568-5264
Email: josephozarowski@jcfs.org
Rabbi Joseph Ozarowski is available for short-term work with community members to
address spiritual issues raised by struggles with illness, addiction and loss.
Shaarei Chesed: Palliative and Hospice Services
Contact: Carol Berry
Phone: (847) 568-5208
Email: carolberry@jcfs.org
Ensures quality of life for patients and families facing advanced illness in a Jewish
context. JHNC has preferred provider relationships with Seasons Hospice & Palliative
Care and Midwest Palliative and Hospice CareCenter. Seasons and Midwest provide
medical hospice services that focus on comfort and symptom relief; JHNC ensures that
the spiritual and emotional needs of patients are met by a Jewish chaplain, staff training,
educational and spiritual materials, and resources for Jewish religious observance.
Hospital Prayer Pamphlets
Contact: Tracey Lipsig Kite,
Phone: 847-568-5216
E-mail: TraceyKite@jcfs.org
Jewish prayers and psalms are available in hospitals throughout the Chicago area for
patients and their families.
Resource Library
Goldie Bachman Luftig Building
5150 Golf Road, Skokie
Contact: Tracey Lipsig Kite,
Phone: 847-568-5216
E-mail: TraceyKite@jcfs.org
Over 300 books, and CD’s provide information about illnesses, medical
organizations, and spiritual resources. Located in Skokie, materials are available to
the community.
Bikur Cholim Training Program
Contact: Tracey Lipsig Kite,
Phone: 847-568-5216 Email:
TraceyKite@jcfs.org
Interactive and educational training offered in synagogues provides guidelines for
visiting the sick. A group of Bikur Cholim coordinators from synagogues throughout
the area meet bi-annually to share successes and challenges.
Education
Contact: Tracey Lipsig Kite,
Phone: 847-568-5216
E-mail: TraceyKite@jcfs.org
Conferences and training for community members, health care professionals, and rabbis.

Young Leadership Division
Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago (JUF) 30 S. Wells Street Chicago, IL 60606-5056 Phone: (312) 357-4880 E-mail: yld@juf.org Website: http://www.yldchicago.org	The Young Leadership Division of the Jewish United Fund/Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago is committed to building a better Jewish community in Chicago, Israel, and throughout the world. We achieve this mission by raising funds for JUF’s agencies and initiatives, and by offering a variety of educational and social events for young adults between the ages of 22 and 40ish.

Women's Division

Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago (JUF)
30 S. Wells Street
3rd Floor
Chicago, IL 60606-5056
Phone: (312) 357-4823
E-mail: womensdiv@juf.org
Website: http://www.juf.org/women/default.aspx

The Women’s Division, comprised of the Women's Board, Young Women's Board and Young Women’s City Council, educates women about our community's needs and the services provided by the Jewish Federation, its affiliates, and its beneficiary agencies. It encourages support and participation in JUF fundraising; develops community leadership; and encourages greater commitment and participation in Jewish communal life through volunteer opportunities

JUF TOV Volunteer Network
Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago (JUF) 30 S. Wells Street Chicago, IL 60606-5056 Phone: (312) 357-4762 Fax: (312) 553-5491 E-mail: tov@juf.org Website: http://www.juf.org/tov	The JUF TOV Volunteer Network engages members of our community in the mitzvah of tikkun olam, repairing our world. TOV connects individuals of all ages to one-time and ongoing volunteer opportunities throughout the Jewish and greater Chicago community.

Jewish United Fund Missions (JUF)
Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago (JUF) 30 S. Wells Street Chicago, IL 60606-5056 Phone: (312) 357-6260 Fax: (312) 553-5486 E-mail: missions@juf.org Website: http://www.juf.org/missions/default.aspx	A wide range of special missions to Israel and other destinations around the world. Participants experience intensive 5-10.day adventures in Jewish history, culture and everyday life, and see first-hand what has been accomplished by the Jewish people.

Trades, Industries & Professions
Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago (JUF) 30 S. Wells Street Suite 3004 Chicago, IL 60606-5056 Phone: (312) 444-2835 E-mail: tip@juf.org Website: http://www.juf.org/professionals	Thirteen divisions/affinity groups designed to facilitate networking and fundraising in the Jewish business community

Israel Solidarity Day
30 S. Wells St. Chicago, IL 60606 Phone: 312-444-2905 E-mail: IsraelSolidarity@juf.org Website: http://www.juf.org/walk	Israel Solidarity Day is an annual, community-wide event. JUF relies on hundreds of volunteers in order to help the event succeed. Volunteers are needed to register participants, distribute flags, lead rallies, serve food and chair activities. All ISD volunteers will receive a complimentary TOV t-shirt and lunch.

Guide to Programs in Israel
521 5th Ave 27th Fl. New York, NY 10175 Phone: (212) 457-0038, (212) 419-2867 Website: http://www.birthrightisrael.com	See also JUF's Israel Experience Programs. The 2001 Israel Experience Programs Guide, published by Birthright Israel, lists programs of work, study, or travel for high school and college students and young adults, divided by age group and length of trip. Jewish Federation publishes a supplement with local phone numbers. The full guide will not be published after 2001 but is available online.