Please note that this location has changed to Combined Jewish Philanthropies, Kraft Family Building, 126 High Street, Boston, 02110. A valid photo ID will be required to enter the building.
Dr. James O’Connell joins the Vilna and CJP to share his experience from thirty years of working with the homeless community in Boston. As founder of Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program, Dr. O’Connell has spent decades working to provide healthcare to Boston’s unhoused population. Hear his first-hand stories, insights on access to healthcare in the 21st century, and thoughts on the state of homelessness in Boston today.
We will gratefully be accepting new cold weather attire for donation to Boston Health Care for the Homeless. The most needed items are gloves, hats, and socks.
Dr. O'Connell's book will be for sale after the event for additional purchase.
Presented in partnership with CJP. 
If you would like to attend but finances are of concern, please email Director of Communications and Community Outreach Lynne Krasker Schultz at lynne@vlinashul.org.
Sponsored by Jason Weiner and Nicole Zatlyn, the Vilna Shul Lifesavers Speaker Series invites you into its historic building to engage deeply with global thinkers, influencers and philanthropists championing social justice and positive change. These unique, intimate conversations profoundly touch those present by providing behind-the-scenes opportunities to engage with leaders that are tackling important, global issues in science, art, religion, business and politics.