Chesed means “unconditional love,” and our mission is to reach out and provide emotional and/or practical support to members of our Brooklyn Heights Synagogue community who are in need due to death in the family, illness (mental or physical), or other life-altering circumstances impacting themselves or their immediate family.

The Chesed Caring Committee brings kindness and caring to our community, whether it’s making a phone call to an elderly or homebound member, to walking an elderly member home from services, to preparing a meal for new parents, to visiting or preparing a meal for a bereaved family.

Chesed Committee volunteers may choose to spend a few minutes a week reaching out by phone to members in need or, if time allows, devote an hour or more to helping our community in other ways.

Whether you are recovering from illness or surgery, welcoming a new arrival, or have experienced a recent loss, our Chesed Team at Brooklyn Heights Synagogue is here to provide you with resources and support when you need a helping hand or a compassionate ear. Likewise, if you are looking for a way to be connected to others and help strengthen our community, we could use your help!

To request support – or to join our team and be informed about training and other opportunities to make a difference in the lives of others, please contact us.