Wendl Kornfeld

Wendl Kornfeld and her husband are members of Congregation Emanu-El of the City of New York. The model for Community as Family was developed in private homes before bringing it to Emanu-El, and she is happy to share the concept with other congregations. Email her for more information.

Closeup of and elderly woman and a young woman holding hands as though to represent caretaking

Health and Wellness

How My Congregation Acts as a Family for Older Members without Relatives

Wendl Kornfeld

June 8, 2017

Our synagogue runs a group for temple members aged 48 and up who are anticipating – or already experiencing – the challenges of growing older without family to rely upon for practical and emotional support.