Shabbat at Life Care Altamonte

In Life Care Altamonte, a skilled nursing facility, a moment of tranquility and spiritual connection takes place one Friday a month. A Shabbat service, designed to honor Jewish traditions and bring comfort to the residents, becomes a cherished event for those of mixed faiths residing in the facility.

The service is led by a dedicated volunteer who ensures that the rituals of the Shabbat are followed with utmost care and respect. It begins with the lighting of the candles, symbolizing the start of the Sabbath and the separation from the ordinary week. The residents recite traditional blessings,...