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Dr. Jennifer Ashton Speaks of Sober World Magazine, chaired the event designed to Alpert JFS

at JFS Road to Resilience educate the community, raise awareness, and provide services president Michael
A. Lampert, Esq.,
for those with mental health challenges, inclusive of addiction
Luncheon and suicide issues. introduced CEO
Marc Hopin,
The inaugural Road to Resilience luncheon hosted last who presented
month by the Ferd & Gladys Alpert Jewish Family Service the agency video
(Alpert JFS) drew a caring crowd of more than 200 people and four of the
to witness a “satellite fireside chat” between Dr. Jennifer or ganization’s
Ashton in New York and Dr. Elaine Rotenberg in Florida. many dedicated
Their conversation focused on the need to shine a light on professionals who
mental illness, addiction, and suicide, debunking myths and work tirelessly to
removing the stigma attached to behavioral health challenges, make a difference
so those affected can feel more comfortable seeking help and for local families
support. who are hurting;
Diane and Robert Herzog, title sponsors of the event and two of the event
steadfast supporters of Alpert JFS’ Jewish Addiction Outreach chai rs sha red
& Support program, together with Patricia Rosen, publisher personal stories
of their roads to
resilience, highlighting the need for confronting addiction
in the Jewish community head-on.

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LONG-TERM CARE WORKSHOP

Monday May 11, 2020 at 10:00 am

At
Frenchman’s Reserve Clubhouse • 3370 Grande Corniche • Palm Beach Gardens
All attendees received a complimentary signed copy of Dr.
(Continental Breakfast) Ashton’s book, Life After Suicide, which recounts how she
and her children picked up the pieces after an unfathomable
family loss. Its eye-opening view into how suicide affects
those left behind offers hope.
Responding to questions posed by Rotenberg, Ashton
disclosed what helped in the early aftermath of her ex-
husband’s suicide, how she was changed by the trauma, the
keys to her resilience, how medical professionals can help
address mental health, and her opinion of the media’s ability
to raise awareness of mental illness.
Dr. Ashton is the chief medical correspondent and health
editor for ABC News and “Good Morning America,” a board-
certified ob-gyn, and author of five books.
Dr. Rotenberg, clinical director of Alpert JFS for the past
27 years, is a key architect of Palm Beach County’s Action
Alliance for Mental Health. She provides clinical oversight
and establishes standards of best practice for the 26 programs
at Alpert JFS. Rotenberg spearheaded the creation of a
coalition to introduce the international evidence-based Mental
In addition to trusting us with your Financial Planning, Health First Aid program throughout Palm Beach County.
Event proceeds will benefit the Alpert JFS Annual Fund
In addition to trusting us with your Financial Planning, to assist those struggling with addiction and mental health
let us help you plan for your Long-Term Healthcare.
let us help you plan for your Long-Term Healthcare. challenges and support other programs and services provided
by the agency.
Our esteemed Guest Speaker: Community Members Cheer
Our esteemed Guest Speaker:
Dravannti Johnson, (DJ), CRPC , CLTC ®
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Dravannti Johnson, (DJ), CRPC , CLTC on Israeli Polo Team
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Long-Term Care Protection Specialist
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Long-Term Care Protection Specialist Against a backdrop of sprawling grounds and green
will be in attendance to offer an in-depth and highly informative pastures, nearly 300 community members gathered to cheer
on the Israel Equestrian Team during two events presented
Pacific Life Insurance Company
workshop regarding Single-Pay Hybrid Long-Term Care and by Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County’s Israel Program
will be in attendance to offer an in-depth and highly informative workshop Center. Held earlier this year at a private home in Wellington
topics to consider.
and at The Palm Beach International Equestrian Center, the
regarding Single-Pay Hybrid Long-Term Care and topics to consider. events were co-chaired by Judy Gordon, with Dani Waldman,
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Please RSVP by May 4, 2020 Call us at 561-747-9550
Please RSVP by May 4, 2020 Call us at 561-747-9550
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