Many hereditary conditions, including those associated with increased cancer risks and genetic diseases impacting reproductive health, occur at higher rates within the Ashkenazi Jewish population. Jewish tradition values the sanctity of life and emphasizes the importance of planning for future generations. Genetic screening can prevent or prepare families for the management of certain genetic diseases and empower individuals and couples with the knowledge needed to make informed medical and reproductive decisions.

We invite you to join Jewish Experiences, The Temple Congregation B'nai Jehudah, Congregation Beth Torah, and Congregation Beth Shalom for this special educational and screening event. This program has been generously funded by the Cortes Family Fund of the Jewish Community Foundation.

Program Overview

• “What’s in your Genes?” - An educational talk by genetic counselor Ilana Chilton, MS CGC
•  "The Power of Knowing: A BRCA Personal Perspective" – Madeline Benjamin
•  Panel Q+A featuring Madeline Benjamin, Dr. Christa Balanoff and special guests from JScreen and Sharsheret.
•  Genetic screening kits will be provided on site by JScreen and can be pre-ordered with your registration.

Vaad Supervised light reception to follow.

JScreen

We have partnered with JScreen to offer genetic testing via their Reproductive Carrier Screen and Hereditary Cancer Test. If you are interested in preordering a JScreen testing kit, please select the “Need a JScreen Code” while registering. JScreen codes will cover the upfront cost of the testing kit of your choosing.

Funding for JScreen kits has been kindly provided by the Benjamin and Mayer families.