JEWELL is an initiative to promote and enhance holistic wellbeing and resilience within the Cape Town Jewish Community.
Addressing current and evolving individual and community wellness needs, JEWELL aims to create a sustainable and supportive framework for individuals and families.​
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Rising mental health challenges, the impact of global and local crises, and increasing feelings of vulnerability have highlighted the need for a proactive and coordinated approach to wellness.​
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JEWELL is growing a trusted directory of wellness providers and resources. These are accessible on the Network and Events calendar, as well as on JEWELL's social media platforms, with sign-up and approval safeguards in place to protect community safety.
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Why Join JEWELL?
FACETS OF JEWELLNESS
JEWELLNESS is a state of Jewish Community wellbeing
influenced by the holistic wellness of its members.
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JEWELL focuses on areas of physical, emotional, social, spiritual, intellectual and financial wellness, with the aim to create a sustainable and supportive framework for individuals and families.​
Physical
Physical
Embracing habits that
promote bodily health, such
as nutrition, exercise, rest, and
preventive care. Enhancing vitality
and longevity for individuals
and the community
as a whole.
Spiritual
Spiritual
Cultivating beliefs, values, and
practices that foster inner peace,
purpose, meaning and connection
to others and something greater
than ourselves. Enriching
communal bonds and
collective meaning.
Social
Social
Fostering meaningful
relationships, communication, and
support networks that strengthen connectedness and belonging.
Promoting inclusivity, affiliation
and collaboration for
collective wellness and
social cohesion.
Intellectual
Intellectual
Participating in creative and mentally stimulating activities that develop knowledge and skills. Accessing cognitive potential for individual fulfilment and communal benefit, professionally and culturally.
Financial
Financial
Striving for equitable access to resources, financial literacy, and sustainable practices to ensure economic stability, empowerment,
and prosperity. Cultivating a culture of caring and sustainability for community members and organizations.
Emotional
Emotional
Nurturing self-awareness, empathy, and resilience to navigate diverse emotions and regulate behaviour. Fostering personal wellbeing, relationships and harmonious interactions within the community.