Emily Grabelsky with Mordukh Ostrovsky and his aide
Ferd & Gladys Alpert Jewish Family Service brought together more than 75 Holocaust survivors from Palm Beach County for a High Holy Day Celebration at Temple Beth Tikvah in Greenacres. About 130 attendees (including family members and aides) attended the event, where guests shared a festive Rosh Hashanah meal, enjoyed live music, danced, and connected with one another to socialize.
Alpert JFS hosts Holocaust survivor gatherings throughout the year in recognition of Jewish holidays as well as Holocaust Survivor and Remembrance Days. The agency provides direct services to approximately 200 Holocaust survivors annually in Palm Beach County, ensuring that this cherished population continues to receive vital care and support. According to the Claims Conference, as of early 2025 there are approximately 220,800 Holocaust survivors alive worldwide, with just under 40,000 survivors across North America – including thousands in South Florida.
