Meet Melissa Firstenberg (she/her)! Tell us about yourself. I grew up in central Jersey (which does exist) and came to Philadelphia to study Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, and Mathematics at [...]
Author Archives: Rachael Ovitz
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Jan
Jan
As we are beginning 2025, and it’s just days after commemorating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy of service, we are reminded of a profound partnership that exemplified the universal [...]
07
Jan
Jan
This Martin Luther King Jr. Day, let's honor Dr. King's legacy of service by coming together to support those in need. We are thrilled to announce our annual food drive [...]
07
Jan
Jan
The death of a spouse or life partner is one of the most painful things most people will ever endure. While each one of us experiences grief, mourning, and adjustment [...]
06
Jan
Jan
Meet Mort Mekler! Born in Israel, Mort moved to New York after the 1967 Arab-Israeli War. He was the Senior Director of Service Delivery at Broadridge Financial Services, Inc. and [...]
News, Older Adult Services
A Joyous Chanukah Celebration Honoring Holocaust Survivors and a Special Birthday Milestone
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Jan
Jan
On Thursday, December 19, 2024, JFCS had the pleasure of hosting our annual Love Café Europa Program's Chanukah celebration. The Katz JCC social hall was packed with Holocaust Survivors, family [...]
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Dec
As we enter Tevet, a month that teaches us about resilience in the face of challenges, we find special meaning in its convergence with the secular New Year. Both calendar events invite [...]
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Dec
“Who is wise? He who learns from every person…Who is strong? He who controls his passions…Who is rich? He who is happy with his lot…Who is honored? He who honors [...]
Older Adult Services, Support Group
JFCS Offers Winter Support Groups to Help Older Adults Thrive Through Life’s Challenges
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Dec
Dec
Support groups are valuable resources for older adults seeking connection, support, and personal growth, promoting emotional and social well-being. They provide a safe space to share feelings and experiences, especially [...]
News, Older Adult Services
Now offering expanded services for Holocaust Survivors from the Former Soviet Union
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Dec
Dec
The Jewish Federations of North America report that in the United States, Holocaust Survivors represent one of the most vulnerable older adult populations. Their previous traumatic experiences have resulted in [...]