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This superhero family are Ryan, Nathan and April Basler.
March 12, 2021, 3:09 pm
Purim in the Pandemic
Synagogues throughout Atlanta turned the holiday inside out, taking the celebration beyond the typical parade and carnival.
By Various Writers
The challah board and knife, along with an applique challah cloth, make a meaningful wedding gift to last a lifetime, available at Judaica Corner.
March 3, 2021, 11:44 am
Putting Judaica On the Gift List
Handmade tallitot, challah boards, mezuzot and jewelry among the items you can buy locally, supporting small businesses while offering a treasured present.
By Flora Rosefsky
Group meetings have mostly pivoted online since the pandemic began, although some have started back in person or a hybrid, according to Atlanta’s Jewish social service leaders.
November 24, 2020, 2:23 pm
Substance Abuse Soars During COVID
Worldwide health crisis is a double whammy for those struggling with substance abuse; Atlanta’s Jewish social services see dramatic increases in demand for recovery assistance.
By Roni Robbins
Leslie Lubell
August 14, 2020, 6:30 am
Addiction’s Impact on Families Intensified by Pandemic
Meet Author David Sheff on Zoom — August 20
Some responses to the coronavirus, such as wearing a mask, are obvious. Mental health and drug addiction are an increasing concern.
April 6, 2020, 7:40 am
COVID-19: Mental Health, How Are People Coping?
Some responses to the coronavirus, such as wearing a mask, are obvious. Others, less obvious, are more worrisome. Mental health and drug addiction are an increasing concern.
By Dave Schechter
The opioid crisis is a national problem the federal government is trying to address.
December 4, 2019, 11:14 am
Is the Jewish Stigma Around Addiction Holding Us Back?
Jewish stigmas around addiction and substance abuse can prevent people from acknowledging a problem and seeking treatment.
By Paula Baroff
Addiction medicine specialist, Dr. Michael C. Gordon, is the medical director of The Berman Center.
November 27, 2019, 11:01 am
Sharing Stories and Creating Community
Dr. Mike Gordon discusses the harm caused by myths that Jews are less likely to struggle with addiction or other mental health disorders.
By Dr. Mike Gordon
In recent data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Americans over 55 experienced the second highest jump in opioid overdoses in emergency rooms over a 15-year period.
April 24, 2019, 12:05 pm
Senior Addiction Close to Home
One Jewish Atlantan shared her story with the AJT in the hope of spreading awareness about senior addiction closer to home.
By Eddie Samuels
Steven Waronker is the father of Brian Waronker, pictured with his memaw, Mary Lou.
January 3, 2019, 4:19 pm
A Stolen Son
In July, Dr. Steven Waronker shared the story and lessons of the tragic loss of his son, one of many victims of the opioid crisis.
By AJT Staff
The opening of Jeff’s Place featured a welcome from Rabbi Eliyahu Schusterman, Jewish teaching from Chabad Intown Rabbi Ari Sollish, speeches from recovery organizations, and some words from Jeff’s family and friends.
December 19, 2018, 10:25 am
Jeff’s Place Opening Gives Hope
The dedication and opening of Jeff’s Place on Dec. 13 filled an unmet need in the Jewish community, recovery programs that feel inclusive to Jews.
By Rachel Fayne
JumpSpark Atlanta promises a new look at working with Jewish teens in the community.
December 12, 2018, 12:56 pm
Year Two of Important JumpSpark Programs
JumpSpark, the new community initiative to engage teens in Jewish life has a new ally – parents. 
By Bob Bahr
Dean Monteleone, clinical director of Caron Atlanta, led the seminar on vaping at The Weber School.
December 12, 2018, 12:32 pm
Vaping Seminar Raises Awareness of Dangers
Dean Monteleone, a licensed professional counselor, led a teen drug counseling seminar and addressed the challenge of vaping among youth.
By Bob Bahr
December 12, 2018, 12:21 pm
Vaping Sends Smoke Signals to Jewish Atlanta
Atlanta's Jewish community, from nonprofits to day schools, recently held a program about vaping, its rampant availability and the stealthy nature of e-cig devices.
By Roni Robbins
April 10, 2018, 6:06 pm
Lifesaving Jewish Responses to Opioid Epidemic
The community develops a depth of resources for addiction treatment and recovery.
By Leah R. Harrison
January 8, 2018, 6:32 am
Obituary: Brian Waronker
The Atlanta native died at 24 just as he was making a career in commercial real estate.
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