The Gift of Pause: Workshop for Caregivers IN-PERSON AT DOROT at Dorot – New York, NY

The Gift of Pause: Creative Process Workshop for Caregivers

In this hands-on workshop, we will use the Jewish Studio Process* methodology of conversation and creative expression, to explore the power and necessity of bringing more moments of pause, peace, and quiet into our lives. As we cope with caring for older loved ones, it is more essential than ever to make space to tune into ourselves and what we need/want on this journey. JSP offers a dynamic and effective framework for creating these moments through a mix of text study, intention-setting, and creative exploration. The experience makes space for individual reflection while being held in and by community.

This 90-minute workshop is designed for people of all ages, faiths and backgrounds. No artistic experience is necessary. Materials will be provided.

*The Jewish Studio Process integrates the intuitive art-making and reflective writing approach of the Open Studio therapeutic model, with deep text study, a traditional Jewish mode of learning. No Jewish identity or experience is necessary.

DOROT is a non-profit social service agency that provides life-enhancing programs and services for adults 60 and older to help them live independently as valued members of the community.

ACCESSIBILITY

Please reach out to dorotprograms@dorotusa.org with any accessibility questions or requests.

PROTOCOLS FOR ATTENDING IN-PERSON PROGRAMS AT DOROT

DOROT has no general vaccination or mask requirements in place for older adults and volunteers participating in programs at this time.

Vaccination

For the safety of our community, DOROT strongly recommends that everyone be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, staying up to date with COVID-19 vaccines, and annually against the flu. DOROT requires all employees to be fully vaccinated.

Masks

Masking is optional for older adults, volunteers and staff in DOROT’s onsite or community programs.

Individuals who have had direct exposure to COVID-19 in the last 10 days or have recently tested positive for COVID-19 and are in days 6-10 of infection, may participate in in-person programs only if they have no symptoms and follow CDC guidelines to wear a mask.

When Individuals Should Not Participate in DOROT’s In-Person Activities

The DOROT community’s wellbeing continues to be our top priority. Older adults, volunteers and DOROT staff should cancel their plans to come to DOROT or participate in any in-person scheduled activity, if they:

1. Have tested positive in the past 5 days for COVID-19.
2. Are exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19 or other illnesses or are generally not feeling well.

DOROT continuously seeks the guidance of medical professionals and authorities and will adapt our protocols as the public health environment changes.

If you test positive for COVID-19 within 48 hours of participating in a program at DOROT, please reach out to your DOROT program contact. This is for informational purposes only. You may return in person programs after a 5-days and no longer symptomatic.

Thank you for helping us maintain the wellbeing of our DOROT community. This information and other protocols related to COVID-19 can be found on our website using the link here .