A Letter To Seek Help For A Friend’s Mother, Coping With A Disabled Husband
Dear Ms. Novick,
I have been reading your column in The Jewish Press for quite a while and enjoy it very much. It has been very helpful. For many years, my mother, a"h, lived with us while she was going blind from glaucoma and becoming demented from Alzheimer's. G-d bless my wonderful husband and family for helping to love and care for her. She was nifteres last month.
Pultusk
Located just north of Warsaw on the Narew River, Pultusk is a small rural town described as being located on an island in the middle of a river.
Following Your Dreams: Some Different Perspectives
I have had many responses to the article highlighting the dilemma that occurs when couples remarry in their senior years and want to pursue their dreams and move to Israel.
Choking On A Short Leash
As we age (or as our chronic illness worsens) and every day tasks take longer and becomes more difficult, our desire to remain independent seems to increase.
Rabbi Pinchas Zarcynsky Arrives In Warsaw
The Jewish community in Poland has been growing both in size and spirituality.
Prejudice Toward The Overweight Person
Some people cannot understand why others have a weight problem.
When You Don’t Know What To Do (Part Two)
I have been writing a series of articles on managing simchas and crises when they occur at the same time.
Yom HaShoah In Poland
Last week's front page of The Jewish Press showed Crown Prince of England, Prince Charles, affixing a mezuzah to the door of a new Jewish center in Krakow, along with Rabbi Gluck, the Chief Rabbi Of Galicia and Rabbi Schudrich, the Chief Rabbi Of Poland.
The Children Of The Chronically Ill And Their Battle For Shidduchim
Dear Ms. Novick,
I would like to thank you for your thoughtful column. The information you provide has helped me through the ups and downs of living with a spouse who had MS.
Self Delusion And The Need For Plan B
What is normal? It really can be anything we get used to.
Irene Klass: A Pioneer At The Jewish Press And In Life
Irene Klass, the cofounder and publisher of The Jewish Press, the first nationally-distributed Orthodox Jewish newspaper in the U.S., died last week. She was 94.
Willowbrook, Staten Island
Question: Any practical suggestions on how to deal with the agunah situation?
A Response To Dr. G. (Part II)
In Part I, I responded to some of what Dr. G. had said about our role as caregivers. I reiterated that without legal documentation, you, as the spouse might have little input into the treatment plan for your partner. Whether by design or oversight, not being appointed the Health Proxy may totally cut you out of the care plan and even bar you from receiving treatment information. This week, I'd like to address what Dr. G. said about what being a caregiver requires of us.
When What You Can Do Changes (Part I)
As time moves on, and we get older, what we can do changes.
Embracing The Short Leash, A Reaction
I recently published a letter from a woman named Mae. Mae could not understand why her mother, Sidney, had difficulty being accountable to her daughter for her whereabouts.
In Praise Of Bubby
The Gemara in Brachos says that one is not allowed to add his own praises of Hashem while davening. The Gemara explains that by doing so it could seem that what one added was the only praise missing, and that there are no more praises of Hashem. Similarly, Bubby, for one to try to mention all of your praises would be impossible. With that said I would like to mention a few points, without implying that this is all there is to be said.
Let Me Tell You What You Need To Do! (Part One)
People, with the utmost concern and caring, tend to give advice. And to them the advice makes sense, eminent sense.
Anti-Semitic Incidents In Poland
People are on edge when it comes to the topic of anti-Semitic occurrences in Poland.
The Need To Acknowledge Death
When my mother-in-law was dying of cancer, the family came from all over to be with her that summer before her death.
Jewish Art In Poland
Jewish art in Poland, as in other places throughout the world, comes from two sources: art by Jews or art by gentiles about Jews.
Social Inappropriateness
Socially inappropriate behavior is part and parcel of chronic illness.
Midwood, Brooklyn
Question: Every year we hear about teenagers overdrinking on Purim, in some cases requiring medical attention. What can be done to combat the problem?
Germany To Pay For Auschwitz Conservation
Since the end of the Shoah there has been a debate of what to do with the various death camps in Poland. Today more then 60 years after the end of the Holocaust the debate continues.
The Aguna-In-Waiting
A Get (Jewish divorce) must be given freely and received freely. A man must be able, in front of two witnesses, to indicate his willingness to divorce his wife.
Ateret Avot Adult Living Facility, Brooklyn
Question: Which 20th century leader did you admire most?
Neuropsychological Testing: A Therapist Responds
Dear Ann,
I've read your last few articles on psycho-neurological testing (Oct.8-22) with interest. As a therapist who has counseled couples dealing with chronic illness, I'd like to give you another perspective.
The Chassidic Route In Poland
Every year more and more Jewish tourists go to Poland to visit the historic sites of pre-Shoah Jewish heritage.
Dealing With Toxic Relatives And Toxic People: Who Are They? (Part Two)
Last week I shared two letters from well spouses who are dealing with "machitanim" (the parents of your son or daughter in law) who appear to be toxic personalities.
Overwhelmed Comes In Different Packages
It is very hard for most of us to understandsomeone else's experiences.
Friends Field Park, Brooklyn
Question: Do you miss the old "Borscht Belt" Jewish Catskills?
