Inclusion
Tifereth Israel is an open and accepting community for all Jews and their loved ones, embracing both Jewish and non-Jewish family members alike. We are creating an egalitarian environment that is actively welcoming to all, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, and physical or mental disability.
No one is ever turned away due to financial hardship.
At Tifereth Israel, you’ll find the following accessibility accommodations:
- Hearing and Vision Accessibility
- Hearing devices for Shabbat services
- Large-print prayer books available
- Transliterated prayer books available
- Services, and most classes and events, are available via livestream on Youtube or Zoom.
- Building accessibility
- Main prayer and study spaces accessible on entry level without need for stairs (Administrative Wing and some classroom spaces require stairs or stairlift for access)
- Bima accessible via ramp
- Gender neutral restrooms in the Administrative Wing (accessible by stairs or stairlift). Unfortunately our restrooms are not yet fully ADA compliant.
- Accessibility for children and families
- Separate Playroom for children (with babysitting provided during most services), and playspace in the Main Sanctuary for quiet play during services (with parental supervision)
- Baby changing tables available in Playroom and main Men’s and Women’s restrooms
- Quiet spaces for nursing, or for children and adults who need less sensory stimulation, available upon request
For more information about our congregation family or to become a member, please contact Nancy Gurwin at ngurwin@tiferethisrael.org or 614-928-3269.
