Our therapists will be LIVE on Facebook to discuss the past year as we get ready for the High Holidays. What did they learn from our clients and what are thinking they will see in the New Year? New to Facebook Live? Go to facebook.com/shalvachicago at 12:00pm CDT and the video should appear at the…
SHALVA is proud to co-host the COOK COUNTY DOMESTIC ABUSE RESOURCE FORUM on Tuesday, October 5th, 7-8 PM. Following opening remarks by Cook County President Tony Preckwinkle, moderator Cook County Commissioner Scott Britton (14th District) will lead a panel of experts including our very own Executive Director, Carol Ruderman, Tene McCoy Cummings, Cook County Assistant…
A Get is a religious divorce under Jewish law and can only be given by a husband to a wife. When a husband refuses to give a Get, the woman becomes an “agunah” or “chained woman”. As an agunah, she is unable to remarry within the Jewish tradition and have full control over her own…
In partnership with The Network: Advocating Against Domestic Violence, NCJW Chicago North Shore and JCFS Chicago, SHALVA is very excited to be hosting Lundy Bancroft, author of “Why Does He Do That” and his new novel “In Custody” for a virtual Domestic Violence Awareness Month Program. Mr. Bancroft has over thirty years of experience in…
Domestic abuse is not always visible. Learn about the warning signs of domestic abuse that present in a physical therapy setting, and the best way to communicate with your patients when you suspect abuse. Open to Northwestern University Physical Therapy doctoral students. Contact Anita Pildes at [email protected] for more information.
