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SUGGESTIONS for ROSH HASHANA, other holidays, and the Sabbath
This year Rosh Hashana the, Jewish new year, comes out on Thursday night the 10th of October and will be observed through Sunday night the 13th of October 2026.
Keep in mind that if one forgets to prepare medical supplies before the holiday and/or Sabbath begins, the Rabbis usually allow it to be done on the holiday. It is advisable to check with your Rabbi.
Some of the things that one might want to prepare in advance:
Open all your medical supply packages before the holiday.
Fill your pump to the maximum.
Change your batteries in order to avoid having to do it on the holiday and remember we were told that one IS allowed to change batteries if needed.
Since one might be in the synagogue for extended hours it is advisable to prepare testing supplies, food and even snack and/or Winkies in case of low blood sugar to take along.
If one does not have drinks available in the synagogue, it is advisable to have a bottle of water on hand rather than going for a few hours without drinking.
REMEMBER: FAILING TO PREPARE MEANS PREPARING TO FAIL!!
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We wish all our JDA members and all of klal yisroel a healthy, happy and successful New Year and beyond!!
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