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November 7, 2024

Volunteer Spotlight: Talbot Hall

Get to know DOROT volunteer Talbot Hall, a writer and director for film and theatre—and self-proclaimed lifelong creative and goofball. In her time with DOROT, she has volunteered as a University Without Walls (UWW) presenter and Caring Calls volunteer, both of which have brought her a great deal of personal fulfillment. Tell us a little […]

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November 6, 2024

NPR Spotlights DOROT’s Intergenerational Programs

This wonderful story from NPR’s All Things Considered introduces Andrea and Angelo, an older adult and high school student who formed a friendship at DOROT last summer. Connecting people from different generations is a powerful way to combat social isolation and loneliness–and it’s at the heart of everything we do. Listen below: Read the full […]

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October 16, 2024

The Human Stories of October 7

Author and journalist Lee Yaron recently visited DOROT to discuss her new book, 10/7: 100 Human Stories, which chronicles the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel through the personal accounts of 100 people. In a discussion with Executive Director Mark L. Meridy, the longtime Haaretz reporter shared some of the moving, often harrowing, stories she […]

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October 15, 2024

Thank You, Rosh Hashanah Package Delivery Volunteers!

Thank you to the hundreds of volunteers who gave their time and made connections during Rosh Hashanah Package Delivery on September 22! Volunteers delivered joy and connection to over 500 older adults across Manhattan and Westchester and ranged from individuals to families, pairs of friends to groups of colleagues, and even former DOROT interns. See […]

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September 20, 2024

Pianist and Artist/Scholar in Residence Jeanne Golan Presents Musical Series on “Recovered Voices”

We’re excited to welcome back Jeanne Golan to DOROT, this time as Artist/Scholar in Residence for four concerts over the next year. In addition to being a decorated pianist whose playing has been described by the New York Times as, “technically polished and superbly expressive,” Golan is a Professor of Music at SUNY/Nassau. Golan, who […]

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September 5, 2024

Get to Know DOROT Volunteer: Zoey Peresman

Zoey Peresman has volunteered with DOROT since 2015. In that time, she’s volunteered in many ways, but primarily as a Package Delivery volunteer.  We’ve asked Zoey a few questions about her time as a volunteer with DOROT. Read her responses below: Tell us a little bit about yourself. I am a native New Yorker who enjoys connecting […]

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August 30, 2024

The Story of a pearl

Every story has a beginning, middle and end. It’s a lesson Thelma Ruffin Thomas, Artistic Director of the Pearls of Wisdom, instilled in all her storytelling students. The Pearls of Wisdom are a troupe of older adult storytellers based at DOROT. They perform at schools, libraries, older adult centers and other venues all over the city, sharing their life experiences and love of stories with communities of all ages.

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August 28, 2024

New Program Series for Children of Holocaust Survivors (2Gs)

Starting September 4, 2024, children of Holocaust survivors, or 2Gs, are invited to take part in a rich menu of programs designed specifically for them. Created by DOROT, the series will allow 2Gs to learn with and from each other in both lectures and small workshops. Most programs will be offered online, while two will […]

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July 29, 2024

DOROT Named as Finalist in 4th Annual NYC Imagine Awards

We’re thrilled to announce that DOROT has been named a finalist in the 4th Annual NYC Imagine Awards. The NYC Imagine Awards was created to offer formal acknowledgment to some of NYC metro’s most effective and innovative nonprofit organizations. The 4th Annual NYC Imagine Awards nonprofit competition will take place on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 […]

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July 23, 2024

Fresh Food for Seniors

In partnership with NYC Council Member Gale Brewer, we’re excited to offer seniors the opportunity to receive a bag of locally grown produce for $10 (a $15+ value) throughout the growing season in 2024! With pay-as-you-go pricing, you can enjoy fresh produce at a great value when it’s convenient for you. The produce is ordered […]

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