Providing accommodations for everyone who visits the Sandler Family Campus is an ongoing commitment for United Jewish Federation of Tidewater and the Simon Family JCC. The campus facilities continue to be at the forefront of making certain all may visit and take advantage of the events, programs, classes, and fitness opportunities.
The automatic doors for the main entrance, bathrooms, and other entrances in the building, for example, may be opened with the push of a button, so that anyone requiring assistance, young and old alike, may enter. An elevator is also a staple of the campus, bringing patrons to the second floor for the Fitness Center, meeting rooms, and business offices.
UJFT hosts myriad programs and events to enrich Jewish learning, innovation, and celebration of the arts. These programs include the annual Jewish Book Festival and Virginia Festival of Jewish Film, speakers for the Community Relations Council and Israel Today programs, as well as classes offered by the Konikoff Center for Learning. Anyone who wants to attend these programs or classes is offered several accommodations at registration. For the hearing impaired or non-English speakers, interpreting services, assisted listening services to amplify sounds, preferential seating, and closed caption options are offered. Participants can opt for sensory fidget tools or noise-reducing headphones. The visually impaired are offered audio recordings when written materials are involved. UJFT and JCC staff are available to assist online registration when help is needed.
In a place where everyone is welcome, regardless of ethnicity, religion, age, or political stance, it’s no wonder that accommodations are provided for those in need.
To request accommodations, find a drop-down menu of options on any event page or contact Sarah Cooper at Scooper@ujft.org.