JFCS is proud to offer a wide range of support groups that enable participants to come together, build new skills, and share their experiences with others who understand. The summer [...]
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May
May
By Gail Belfer, MSW, LCSW, CDP - Director of Holocaust Survivor Services & Advocacy Many individuals are concerned when they notice changes in their personality, mood, and behavior - or [...]
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Feb
Feb
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 [...]
Mental Health, Wellness
Support groups allow those facing challenges to heal through shared experience
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Jan
Jan
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 […]
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Oct
Oct
The traumatic images of brutality and loss coming out of Israel have undoubtedly taken a toll on our community’s mental health. Many South Jersey residents have close personal ties to [...]
Many kids look forward to their birthday party with great excitement, imagining presents, cake, and fun with friends. Cherry Hill resident Samuel Schatz is a typical kid in many ways. […]
Café Connection: A Memory Café was created in 2016 by Samost Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS), the Katz JCC, and Jewish Senior Housing and Healthcare Service (JSHHS) to sup […]
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Jul
Jul
The needs of children with developmental disabilities are as diverse as the families who care for them. JFCS strives to provide a wide range of options to help parents and […]
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Apr
Apr
By Carlos Bermeo, LCSW, NBCCH, JFCS Director of Clinical Services Following the unexpected and sudden loss of a loved one, there is no “formula” for dealing with grief. It is […]
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Sep
Sep
As food insecurity continues to rise across Southern New Jersey, the JFCS Betsy & Peter Fischer Food Pantry is working harder than ever to meet the needs of our community. [...]
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Sep
Sep
The death of a spouse or life partner is one of the most painful experiences a person may ever face. While each individual grieves in their own unique way, no [...]
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Aug
Aug
For many, the High Holiday season is a time of family, tradition, and togetherness. But for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one, this season can bring [...]
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Aug
Aug
A few hours of fun, food, and entertainment...? A chance to meet LGBTQ+ folks from diverse ages and backgrounds...? And it’s free to attend...? Why yes, please! On Sunday, September [...]
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Aug
Aug
As the month of Elul arrives, there's a subtle shift. The summer light softens, the days still hold warmth, yet there’s a quiet stirring in the air—a gentle reminder that [...]
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Aug
Aug
Join Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS) for an unforgettable evening of joy, gratitude, and inspiration as we come together to celebrate 81 years of service to our community. The [...]
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Aug
Aug
How JFCS works with schools and families to make a difference By Emily Witmier, LAC - Mental Health Clinician & Community Educator At Jewish Family and Children’s Services (JFCS), we [...]
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Jul
Jul
A New Way to Stay Social, Active, and Independent! Are you—or is someone you know—a young adult with disabilities looking for fun, friendship, and new experiences? JFCS is thrilled to [...]
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Jul
Jul
This past Shabbat, we welcomed the month of Av – a time that carries both profound sorrow and unexpected hope. In Hebrew, Av means "father," and we often add the [...]
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Jul
Jul
Volunteering with JFCS doesn’t always require grand actions—sometimes, it begins with the simplest of gestures. Meet two dedicated volunteers whose handmade birthday and holiday cards bring joy and connection to [...]