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JFCS News

Raechel Hammer tapped as JFCS Executive Director

Posted on November 3, 2022 by Rachael Ovitz
Cherry Hill resident Raechel Hammer has been named the new Executive Director of Samost Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS), announced Board President Stacy Asbell Levin. Hammer most recently served [...]
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News

Nine-year old Samuel Schatz spreads kindness to community members in need

Posted on February 15, 2022February 15, 2022 by Rachael Ovitz

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. […]

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Caregivers, Seniors, Support Group

Café Connection engages individuals with memory challenges – no diagnosis required!

Posted on July 28, 2021July 28, 2021 by Rachael Ovitz

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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Special Needs

Respite care program offers relief for parents of children with special needs

Posted on July 21, 2021July 21, 2021 by Rachael Ovitz
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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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Posted in Special Needs  |  Tagged caregivers, children with special needs, parents, respite
Mental Health, Wellness

Coping with Grief after a Sudden Loss

Posted on April 5, 2021April 5, 2021 by Rachael Ovitz
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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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Wellness

Community Drop & Go Food Drive set for January 16

Posted on January 11, 2023January 11, 2023 by Rachael Ovitz

In the past year, Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS) helped nourish more than 8,000 South Jersey residents through its Betsy & Peter Fischer Food Pantry. As the cost of […]

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News

High Holiday Food Collections set for October

Posted on September 29, 2022September 29, 2022 by Rachael Ovitz

As part of our mission to bring help and hope to those in need, Jewish Family & Children’s Service works to alleviate hunger throughout the year. We work even harder […]

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Disability Services

JFCS presents the first annual Barbara Abrams Supported Employment Award of Distinction to Rachel Coughenour

Posted on May 4, 2022May 4, 2022 by Rachael Ovitz
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May

Barbara Abrams, the Director of Disability Services at Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS) for more than 20 years, will be retiring this June. Under Barbara’s leadership, the Disability Services […]

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Seniors, Support Group

JFCS to offer Widows & Widowers Support Group this Fall

Posted on September 30, 2021September 30, 2021 by Rachael Ovitz
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The loss of a spouse or longtime partner is one of the hardest things an individual will ever endure. Following the death of a loved one, each of us journeys [...]
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Support Group

Summer Session of JFCS Widows & Widowers Support Group Begins July 6

Posted on June 9, 2021June 9, 2021 by Rachael Ovitz
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Jun

The death of a spouse or longtime partner is one of the most painful life cycle events most of us will ever experience. Each person journeys through grief, healing, and […]

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Wellness

Celebrating Pride Month in our Community

Posted on June 2, 2021June 2, 2021 by Rachael Ovitz

During LGBTQ+ Pride Month, and throughout the year, Samost Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS) is dedicated to providing a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for members of the LGBTQ+ […]

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      • Weinberg Commons
    • Domestic Violence
      • What is Domestic Violence?
      • Types of Domestic Abuse
      • How Can Project SARAH Help?
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      • Rhona Fischer Family Assistance Program
      • Betsy & Peter Fischer Food Pantry
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