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November 2002 Cheshvan 5763
 
Employee Handbooks: An Important Tool if Written and Used Properly
The hiring of temple staff is an essential Board responsibility. Although that function is frequently delegated, ultimate accountability with regard to staff effectiveness and success rests firmly with the Board. One useful tool in this regard can be a well-written employee handbook...Full text
An End-of-Calendar Suggestion: Charitable Gift Annuities
As the end of the calendar year approaches and budget planning looms ahead, this may be a good time for the Board to consider establishing a program that enables congregants to name the synagogue as the beneficiary of a charitable gift annuity. It is your role as a Board member to educate your congregants concerning the benefits of this program...Full text
UAHC Offers Long-Term Care Insurance
A specially packaged long-term care insurance plan is now available to members and employees of UAHC congregations and their immediate families. As Board members, consider purchasing this new, valuable membership benefit for the temple staff as well as for yourselves, and do share this information with your members...Full text
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Featured Entry of the Month…Staff Handbooks

The congregations listed have created staff handbooks and are willing to share their experience or expertise...Full text

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