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Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that emerges during certain seasons, most commonly in the fall and winter when daylight hours are shorter. For many, the reduced exposure to sunlight can disrupt the body's internal clock, leading to feelings of sadness, low energy, and difficulty concentrating. Although often associated with adults, youth are not immune to the challenges posed by this condition.

This fall, the Siegel JCC applied to and was accepted into the JCC Global From Good to Great Program. This three-program designed to enhance the capacity and sustainability of JCCs in Ukraine, which have been impacted by war, simultaneously develops global collaborations with partner JCCs worldwide.

February is not just the month of love and affection symbolized by Valentine's Day; it's also a time when the Jewish community embraces a profound form of love through understanding and inclusivity. Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month (JDAIM) is an essential observance that underscores the importance of inclusion in every facet of community life. JDAIM is a call to all members of the Jewish community to implement full inclusion in every community aspect, reflecting the inherent value in each person.

Following the tragic and senseless shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue, I attended the Jewish Community Leaders’ Day of Solidarity, among over 100 leaders from across the continent.

If you needed more reasons to love the Siegel JCC, here's 10!