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The program promotes a sense of peace and unity within our community and beyond through acts of loving kindness and social justice. Our goal is to bring joy into the lives of the elderly in nursing homes and build community among volunteers.

If you have any questions, please contact Marla Gardner or Judy Wexler.

2023-24 Dates:

- Monday, July 31 - Register here
- Monday, October 2
- Monday, November 13
- Monday, March 18, 2024

The next Community Service Through Flowers session will take place on March 18th in the Oneg Room from 11:00AM - 12:30PM. Your participation in this event makes it possible for us to create beautiful flower arrangements for residents in local nursing homes. The registration link will be posted on the website in February.

We look forward to seeing you in March and thank you for your continued support of this project.

MORE ABOUT THIS PROGRAM

Where do we get flowers?

Generous donations of flowers from our supporting florists and from life cycle events like weddings add beauty and excitement to the project!

Enthusiastic support from local florists

Forever Yours Flowers & Gifts and Seasons on Hudson donate fresh flowers and provides lessons in flower arranging for our volunteers!

Our Volunteers

Our volunteers are members of Temple Israel of Northern Westchester, Our Savior Lutheran Church, Open Arms for Refugees, community members and friends of friends.

Nursing Homes Where We Have Provided Flowers

Bethel Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center
Sky View Rehabilitation and Health Care
Yorktown Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
The Country House in Westchester
Cedar Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Emerald Peek Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
And More to Come!

Special thanks to

Temple Israel of Northern Westchester
Forever Yours Florist & Gifts
Seasons on Hudson Florist
Hollow Brook Golf Club
Generous Flower Donations from Brides and Grooms
Our Volunteers

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