Honoring Aaron’s Legacy
Aaron Zvi Sichel, of blessed memory, was known for his warmth, kindness, and unwavering commitment to Jewish values. Even while battling late-stage bladder cancer at just 33 years old, Aaron found solace in bikur cholim rooms—safe spaces for Jewish patients in hospitals to maintain their observance and connect with community support. His love for these spaces inspired the creation of Aaron’s Place, ensuring that others facing medical challenges can find the same sense of comfort and belonging.
His family, together with UJF and Stamford Hospital, has worked to establish this space in his honor, allowing his legacy of compassion, community, and menschlichkeit to live on.
How You Can Help
Maintaining Aaron’s Place is a community effort. Volunteers will help stock the room, prepare for Shabbat, and ensure it remains a welcoming space for all who need it.
You can support Aaron’s Place by:
- Volunteering to help maintain the space
- Donating to help stock kosher food, prayer books, and Shabbat supplies
- Spreading the word to families who may benefit from this resource
Your generosity will help keep Aaron’s Place a beacon of warmth, comfort, and Jewish tradition at Stamford Hospital.