Each Jewish month begins with the first sighting of the new moon – the Rosh Chodesh, or "head of the month" in Hebrew. Like the moon, the Jewish people have experienced [...]
Author Archives: Rachael Ovitz
JFCS is delighted to share some exciting news about the growth and evolution of our leadership team. These changes reflect our commitment to nurturing talent within the agency and positioning [...]
Andrea joined JFCS as a volunteer in February of 2019. She is a registered nurse who has dedicated more than 15 years to supporting patients and their families at the [...]
Can you imagine staying with your abuser because it’s the only way you can protect your children? Sleeping with your purse under your pillow to prevent your few valuables and [...]
JFCS extends our heartfelt gratitude to 40 of wonderful volunteers for their support and hard work throughout this year's Rosh Hashana meal deliveries. Thanks to their dedicated efforts, we were [...]
Meet Hilary Platt, Project SARAH Coordinator! How long have you been working at JFCS? I am starting my 14th year! Tell us about your role.I am the coordinator of the [...]
Reserve your seat for a very powerful experience on Tuesday, November 12 at 6:30pm at the Katz JCC! Jewish Family & Children's Service (JFCS) is proud to announce that we [...]
Jewish Family & Children's Service (JFCS) is thrilled to announce the promotion of Melanie Stoopler and Jill Hammel to Associate Executive Directors of our agency! Over the past few months, [...]
This fall, join JFCS in making a difference through our annual Community High Holiday Food Drive on Monday, October 21 from 10am to 1pm, in support of the Betsy & [...]
The death of a spouse or life partner is an experience of profound pain and loss. Each person grieves, mourns, and adjusts in their own unique way, but no one [...]










