Jewish Healthcare Foundation
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Advancing healthcare innovation, advocacy, collaboration, and education to improve health.
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🐘 Ready to face the elephant in the room?
Starting 1/27 the 2026 Death & Dying Fellowship will help grad students gain confidence & skills for conversations about serious illness & end of life w/ practice, site visits & expert-led discussions.
📅 Deadline:12/16
👉 Application: tinyurl.com/4tsezke7
Starting 1/27 the 2026 Death & Dying Fellowship will help grad students gain confidence & skills for conversations about serious illness & end of life w/ practice, site visits & expert-led discussions.
📅 Deadline:12/16
👉 Application: tinyurl.com/4tsezke7
November 10, 2025 at 6:45 PM
🐘 Ready to face the elephant in the room?
Starting 1/27 the 2026 Death & Dying Fellowship will help grad students gain confidence & skills for conversations about serious illness & end of life w/ practice, site visits & expert-led discussions.
📅 Deadline:12/16
👉 Application: tinyurl.com/4tsezke7
Starting 1/27 the 2026 Death & Dying Fellowship will help grad students gain confidence & skills for conversations about serious illness & end of life w/ practice, site visits & expert-led discussions.
📅 Deadline:12/16
👉 Application: tinyurl.com/4tsezke7
What a pleasure to have so many incredible advocates join us at the Salk Fellowship last night to provide insight to our fellows on their #Medicaid projects. Thank you NAMI Keystone PA, Autism Connection of PA, Trying Together, Age-Friendly Greater PGH, JFCS PGH, & Reproductive Freedom Alliance.
November 6, 2025 at 4:33 PM
What a pleasure to have so many incredible advocates join us at the Salk Fellowship last night to provide insight to our fellows on their #Medicaid projects. Thank you NAMI Keystone PA, Autism Connection of PA, Trying Together, Age-Friendly Greater PGH, JFCS PGH, & Reproductive Freedom Alliance.
JHF proudly celebrated Persad Center's 50th anniversary at their gala recognizing their long history of LGBTQ-affirming mental health services. jhf.org/news/jhf-cel...
October 31, 2025 at 6:41 PM
JHF proudly celebrated Persad Center's 50th anniversary at their gala recognizing their long history of LGBTQ-affirming mental health services. jhf.org/news/jhf-cel...
🌍💡 Global experts gathered in Pittsburgh to share bold ideas on extending not just lifespan, but healthspan. From AI-driven aging tech to local innovation, the message is clear: aging is an opportunity to thrive. tinyurl.com/2w9fz2xe
#Healthspan #Innovation #SeniorCare #Aging #Pittsburgh
#Healthspan #Innovation #SeniorCare #Aging #Pittsburgh
October 31, 2025 at 5:35 PM
🌍💡 Global experts gathered in Pittsburgh to share bold ideas on extending not just lifespan, but healthspan. From AI-driven aging tech to local innovation, the message is clear: aging is an opportunity to thrive. tinyurl.com/2w9fz2xe
#Healthspan #Innovation #SeniorCare #Aging #Pittsburgh
#Healthspan #Innovation #SeniorCare #Aging #Pittsburgh
AIDS Free Pittsburgh shared results from its 2024 #PrEPAwareness survey at the 10th annual TransPride YOUnitingHealth & Wellness Conference. It shows transgender Allegheny Co. residents report higher PrEP awareness than their cisgender peers. 🔗More at aidsfreepittsburgh.org/about-us
October 30, 2025 at 5:06 PM
AIDS Free Pittsburgh shared results from its 2024 #PrEPAwareness survey at the 10th annual TransPride YOUnitingHealth & Wellness Conference. It shows transgender Allegheny Co. residents report higher PrEP awareness than their cisgender peers. 🔗More at aidsfreepittsburgh.org/about-us
Last week, members of JHF’s Aging team & partners attended the 17th annual Celebrating Champions Dinner. The UPMC Senior Services & UPMC Western Behavioral Health Foundation event celebrated individuals & orgs improving the lives of older adults & people w/ disabilities in the Pittsburgh region.
October 24, 2025 at 10:41 AM
Last week, members of JHF’s Aging team & partners attended the 17th annual Celebrating Champions Dinner. The UPMC Senior Services & UPMC Western Behavioral Health Foundation event celebrated individuals & orgs improving the lives of older adults & people w/ disabilities in the Pittsburgh region.
We are proud to announce $21,000 going to three important organizations in the community to support local needs: Aleph Institute, Jewish Assistance Fund, and JFCS Pittsburgh
October 9, 2025 at 4:57 PM
We are proud to announce $21,000 going to three important organizations in the community to support local needs: Aleph Institute, Jewish Assistance Fund, and JFCS Pittsburgh
The Pennsylvania Perinatal Action Collaborative (PAC) is seeking proposals to implement actionable strategies to improve #maternalhealth in PA. Anticipated funding range: $75,000 - $150,000
jhf.org/grants/perin...
jhf.org/grants/perin...
October 7, 2025 at 4:02 PM
The Pennsylvania Perinatal Action Collaborative (PAC) is seeking proposals to implement actionable strategies to improve #maternalhealth in PA. Anticipated funding range: $75,000 - $150,000
jhf.org/grants/perin...
jhf.org/grants/perin...
🎉 Happy International Day of Older Persons! At JHF, we’re dedicated to programs that promote healthy aging, independence, and dignity for older adults. Today we celebrate their wisdom, resilience, and invaluable contributions to our communities.
Learn more: jhf.org/focus-areas/...
Learn more: jhf.org/focus-areas/...
October 1, 2025 at 8:37 PM
🎉 Happy International Day of Older Persons! At JHF, we’re dedicated to programs that promote healthy aging, independence, and dignity for older adults. Today we celebrate their wisdom, resilience, and invaluable contributions to our communities.
Learn more: jhf.org/focus-areas/...
Learn more: jhf.org/focus-areas/...
JHF Program Assoc. J. Ashenayi presented AIDS Free Pittsburgh's collaborative model on the "Cities as Catalysts" panel at the U.S. Fast-Track Cities 2025 Summit & signed the New Orleans Resolution—reaffirming its commitment to equity, resilience & ending HIV. #FastTrackCities #AIDS #HIV #Pittsburgh
September 29, 2025 at 3:37 PM
JHF Program Assoc. J. Ashenayi presented AIDS Free Pittsburgh's collaborative model on the "Cities as Catalysts" panel at the U.S. Fast-Track Cities 2025 Summit & signed the New Orleans Resolution—reaffirming its commitment to equity, resilience & ending HIV. #FastTrackCities #AIDS #HIV #Pittsburgh
AIDS Free Pittsburgh recently visited all four Kane Community Living Centers, connecting with nearly 400 staff on HIV prevention, testing, STI awareness, and community resources.
Hazell Azzer led engaging discussions on reducing stigma, treatment advances, and legal considerations around testing.
Hazell Azzer led engaging discussions on reducing stigma, treatment advances, and legal considerations around testing.
September 25, 2025 at 6:08 PM
AIDS Free Pittsburgh recently visited all four Kane Community Living Centers, connecting with nearly 400 staff on HIV prevention, testing, STI awareness, and community resources.
Hazell Azzer led engaging discussions on reducing stigma, treatment advances, and legal considerations around testing.
Hazell Azzer led engaging discussions on reducing stigma, treatment advances, and legal considerations around testing.
Our new ROOTS, Near When It Matters: A Neighborhood Approach to #TeenMentalHealth, presents a powerful, evidence-based solution inspired by widespread applications in Australia & adapted here in #Pittsburgh with local partners. jhf.org/publications...
September 19, 2025 at 12:58 PM
Our new ROOTS, Near When It Matters: A Neighborhood Approach to #TeenMentalHealth, presents a powerful, evidence-based solution inspired by widespread applications in Australia & adapted here in #Pittsburgh with local partners. jhf.org/publications...
Yesterday, our 2nd cohort of #BHFellows graduated from the program! Congrats to the 19 fellows who've spent the past 2 years providing critical #behavioralhealth services in Allegheny County. This group will receive over $549,000 in student loan repayment for completing the 2-year program.
September 12, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Yesterday, our 2nd cohort of #BHFellows graduated from the program! Congrats to the 19 fellows who've spent the past 2 years providing critical #behavioralhealth services in Allegheny County. This group will receive over $549,000 in student loan repayment for completing the 2-year program.
Richard Smith, Nancy Zionts, & Dr. Karen Wolk Feinstein (JHF) joined Jim Pieffer (Presbyterian SeniorCare) at the future site of Mosaic Apartments—48 inclusive units for LGBTQ+ seniors. JHF awarded $100K over 3 years to fund a service coordinator. shorturl.at/7q3Sg
September 5, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Richard Smith, Nancy Zionts, & Dr. Karen Wolk Feinstein (JHF) joined Jim Pieffer (Presbyterian SeniorCare) at the future site of Mosaic Apartments—48 inclusive units for LGBTQ+ seniors. JHF awarded $100K over 3 years to fund a service coordinator. shorturl.at/7q3Sg
Today's #ONEDAY Critical Needs Alert helps our entire community support over 200+ nonprofits in Allegheny & Westmoreland counties that serve vulnerable populations. pittsburghgives.org
Thank you to @pghfoundation.bsky.social & Community Foundation of Westmoreland County for leading this effort
Thank you to @pghfoundation.bsky.social & Community Foundation of Westmoreland County for leading this effort
August 5, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Today's #ONEDAY Critical Needs Alert helps our entire community support over 200+ nonprofits in Allegheny & Westmoreland counties that serve vulnerable populations. pittsburghgives.org
Thank you to @pghfoundation.bsky.social & Community Foundation of Westmoreland County for leading this effort
Thank you to @pghfoundation.bsky.social & Community Foundation of Westmoreland County for leading this effort
Public health icon Michael Jacobson discusses food advocacy’s wins, hurdles, and his bold new venture—the National Food Museum. #FoodAdvocacy #PublicHealth @nationalfoodmuseum.bsky.social jhf.org/news/dr-mich...
August 1, 2025 at 1:13 PM
Public health icon Michael Jacobson discusses food advocacy’s wins, hurdles, and his bold new venture—the National Food Museum. #FoodAdvocacy #PublicHealth @nationalfoodmuseum.bsky.social jhf.org/news/dr-mich...
Congratulations to the 2025 Patient Safety Fellows! They each participated in a group project looking at opportunities to improve patient engagement to improve safety in a variety of care settings. We're grateful for their passion & dedication
jhf.org/news/patient...
jhf.org/news/patient...
July 30, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Congratulations to the 2025 Patient Safety Fellows! They each participated in a group project looking at opportunities to improve patient engagement to improve safety in a variety of care settings. We're grateful for their passion & dedication
jhf.org/news/patient...
jhf.org/news/patient...
JHF thanks the Kamins for their generous gift to the Presbyterian University hospital & its new tower. This will keep alive Montefiore Hospital’s tradition of excellence. Carole also honors many of our mothers, aunts & grandmothers with her outstanding leadership at the Ladies Hospital Aid Society.
July 23, 2025 at 1:44 PM
JHF thanks the Kamins for their generous gift to the Presbyterian University hospital & its new tower. This will keep alive Montefiore Hospital’s tradition of excellence. Carole also honors many of our mothers, aunts & grandmothers with her outstanding leadership at the Ladies Hospital Aid Society.
Riley Mulholland, MPH, a 2023 JHF intern, published her research in the Journal of Patient Safety. Started at JHF, the project examines the systemic and cultural changes required to make meaningful progress toward zero harm. #PatientSafety #ZeroHarm shorturl.at/youi0
July 21, 2025 at 8:07 PM
Riley Mulholland, MPH, a 2023 JHF intern, published her research in the Journal of Patient Safety. Started at JHF, the project examines the systemic and cultural changes required to make meaningful progress toward zero harm. #PatientSafety #ZeroHarm shorturl.at/youi0
🚨 Calling grad students & early-career health pros!
Apply now for the Salk Health Activist Fellowship 2025: Learn how #Medicaid impacts 3M+ Pennsylvanians & gain skills in advocacy, policy & systems thinking.
📍Pittsburgh | 🗓 Sept 10–Nov 12
⏳ Deadline: Aug 13
🔗 jhf.org/fellowships/...
Apply now for the Salk Health Activist Fellowship 2025: Learn how #Medicaid impacts 3M+ Pennsylvanians & gain skills in advocacy, policy & systems thinking.
📍Pittsburgh | 🗓 Sept 10–Nov 12
⏳ Deadline: Aug 13
🔗 jhf.org/fellowships/...
July 9, 2025 at 8:17 PM
🚨 Calling grad students & early-career health pros!
Apply now for the Salk Health Activist Fellowship 2025: Learn how #Medicaid impacts 3M+ Pennsylvanians & gain skills in advocacy, policy & systems thinking.
📍Pittsburgh | 🗓 Sept 10–Nov 12
⏳ Deadline: Aug 13
🔗 jhf.org/fellowships/...
Apply now for the Salk Health Activist Fellowship 2025: Learn how #Medicaid impacts 3M+ Pennsylvanians & gain skills in advocacy, policy & systems thinking.
📍Pittsburgh | 🗓 Sept 10–Nov 12
⏳ Deadline: Aug 13
🔗 jhf.org/fellowships/...
Welcome to #BHFellows Cohort 7! We look forward to seeing how these emerging leaders in behavioral health will grow and connect with support over the next two years.
Learn more about the BH Fellows program here: hubs.li/Q03vB-3w0
Learn more about the BH Fellows program here: hubs.li/Q03vB-3w0
July 2, 2025 at 7:46 PM
Welcome to #BHFellows Cohort 7! We look forward to seeing how these emerging leaders in behavioral health will grow and connect with support over the next two years.
Learn more about the BH Fellows program here: hubs.li/Q03vB-3w0
Learn more about the BH Fellows program here: hubs.li/Q03vB-3w0
JHF has awarded $30K in grants through the Justin Reid Ehrenwerth Community Impact Award, supporting young leaders in public health and environmental justice. Read more at Pittsburgh Business Times: hubs.li/Q03vjBmQ0
June 30, 2025 at 7:58 PM
JHF has awarded $30K in grants through the Justin Reid Ehrenwerth Community Impact Award, supporting young leaders in public health and environmental justice. Read more at Pittsburgh Business Times: hubs.li/Q03vjBmQ0
Shout out to Stacie Bonenberger, Lisa George & Anneliese Perry for helping review & share the new #PACareKit— a vital resource for PA caregivers with:
💙 Dementia support
📚 Trusted tools
🧘♀️ Caregiver self-care
📝 Planning worksheets & more
Take the quiz for personalized help at:
shorturl.at/4Jt0I
💙 Dementia support
📚 Trusted tools
🧘♀️ Caregiver self-care
📝 Planning worksheets & more
Take the quiz for personalized help at:
shorturl.at/4Jt0I
June 12, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Shout out to Stacie Bonenberger, Lisa George & Anneliese Perry for helping review & share the new #PACareKit— a vital resource for PA caregivers with:
💙 Dementia support
📚 Trusted tools
🧘♀️ Caregiver self-care
📝 Planning worksheets & more
Take the quiz for personalized help at:
shorturl.at/4Jt0I
💙 Dementia support
📚 Trusted tools
🧘♀️ Caregiver self-care
📝 Planning worksheets & more
Take the quiz for personalized help at:
shorturl.at/4Jt0I
Dementia Friendly PA team members provided Memory Screenings & resources at the Aging Services, Inc. Brain Health Fair in Indiana Co. Thanks for providing orgs this opportunity to share resources & raise awareness about dementia & related disorders.
#DementiaFriendlyPA #BrainAwarenessMonth
#DementiaFriendlyPA #BrainAwarenessMonth
June 10, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Dementia Friendly PA team members provided Memory Screenings & resources at the Aging Services, Inc. Brain Health Fair in Indiana Co. Thanks for providing orgs this opportunity to share resources & raise awareness about dementia & related disorders.
#DementiaFriendlyPA #BrainAwarenessMonth
#DementiaFriendlyPA #BrainAwarenessMonth
#AIDSFreePittsburgh staff presented at the Professional Assoc. of Social Workers in HIV & AIDS 37th National Conference, sharing findings from a county-wide #PrEP survey (1,300+ participants) & discussing best practices for inclusive, data-driven outreach. #PASWHA2025 More at: shorturl.at/pqFBl
June 4, 2025 at 8:00 PM
#AIDSFreePittsburgh staff presented at the Professional Assoc. of Social Workers in HIV & AIDS 37th National Conference, sharing findings from a county-wide #PrEP survey (1,300+ participants) & discussing best practices for inclusive, data-driven outreach. #PASWHA2025 More at: shorturl.at/pqFBl