By Temima Rothmel, MSW, LCSW - JFCS Staff Therapist Trauma is defined as a deeply disturbing and distressing experience. All of us have most likely experienced some form of trauma in our lifetime whether directly or vicariously. When a traumatic event occurs, our brains react differently. There is no time to think or process the [...]
Author Archives: Rachael Ovitz
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The loss of a spouse or life partner is one of the most difficult things most people will ever endure. Each person's journey through grief, mourning, and adjustment is unique, but no one should go through the process alone. Jewish Family & Children's Service (JFCS) is committed to supporting community members’ mental health and well-being [...]
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Project SEARCH is a nationally recognized high school transition program that prepares young adults with disabilities for success in the workplace. Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS) is proud to be the community rehabilitation provider for Project SEARCH at both Jefferson Health and TD Bank. During their year at TD Bank, the Project SEARCH interns [...]
Mental Health, Wellness
Support groups allow those facing challenges to heal through shared experience
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The JFCS Faye Manger Counseling Department offers a wide range of support groups that allow individuals facing life challenges to gather together and heal through shared experience. Our groups enable participants to build community, find connection with others who have experienced similar circumstances, and form supportive networks. We will be offering three support groups starting […]
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By Rebecca Rosenau, MSW, LCSW, CDP - JFCS Director of Clinical Services Communicating with Children in the Language They Speak In adults, mental illness can be an invisible disability. Many people shrink from seeking help due to their fear of shame and stigma. However, these issues are more easily identifiable in young children, who are [...]
On Monday, January 15, JFCS opened its doors to more than 60 guests and community leaders for the dedication of the Dr. Edward Rosof Play Therapy Room! This warm and inviting space provides mental health support for young children through play, enabling JFCS child therapists to build rapport, establish trust, and better understand each child’s [...]
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Many people with developmental or intellectual disabilities also have one or more co-occurring mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, or bipolar disorder. These co-existing conditions – also known as dual diagnosis - often go undiagnosed or misdiagnosed due to overlapping symptoms and other complications. But understanding dual diagnosis is a crucial part of [...]
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Dr. King said, “Everybody can be great...because anybody can serve…You only need a heart full of grace. A soul generated by love.” Unleash that greatness by supporting your neighbors in need on January 15! Food insecurity exists in every corner of our South Jersey community - from the poorest neighborhoods to the most affluent. Parents [...]
Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS) continues to hold monthly programs that engage our community’s Holocaust Survivors. At the Love Café Europa Program’s Chanukah celebration, the room was full of smiles, laughter, good conversations, and great people. The Holocaust Survivor clients, their family members, JFCS staff, and volunteers came together to celebrate the holiday with [...]
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Dec
The joyful and festive holiday season is upon us! But sadly, too many South Jersey residents are struggling to put food on the table or gifts in the hands of their loved ones. Jewish Family & Children's Service (JFCS) is calling upon our community to help us reach our goal of raising $20,000 to help [...]