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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
04
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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Posted in Disability Services
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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Older Adult Services, Support Group

JFCS to offer Widows & Widowers Support Group this Fall

Posted on September 30, 2021September 30, 2021 by Rachael Ovitz
30
Sep
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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Posted in Older Adult Services, Support Group
Caregivers, Older Adult Services, 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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Posted in Caregivers, Older Adult Services, Support Group
Wellness

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

Posted on July 21, 2021July 21, 2021 by Rachael Ovitz
21
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 Wellness  |  Tagged caregivers, children with special needs, parents, respite
Support Group

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

Posted on June 9, 2021June 9, 2021 by Rachael Ovitz
09
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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Posted in Support Group  |  Tagged Bereavement, Grief, Mourning, support group
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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Mental Health, Wellness

Coping with Grief after a Sudden Loss

Posted on April 5, 2021April 5, 2021 by Rachael Ovitz
05
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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Posted in Mental Health, Wellness
Parenting

Helping Kids Ease Into the New School Year

Posted on September 1, 2020September 3, 2020 by Rachael Ovitz
01
Sep

It’s that time of year again…summer is coming to an end and families are preparing their kids to go back to school. But this year, the word “back” will mean […]

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    • Press Room
    • Publications
    • Strategic Plan
  • Programs & Services
    • Addiction Awareness and Prevention
    • Counseling
      • Child & Adolescent Counseling
      • Play Therapy
      • Individual, Couples & Family Counseling
      • Support Groups
      • Medication Management
      • Community Outreach Programs
      • Meet Our Counseling Team
      • Counselor’s Corner
    • Disability Services
      • Supported Employment
      • High School Transition Services
      • TOPS Day Habilitation Program
      • Social & Recreational Programs
      • Soups & Sweets Culinary Training Program
      • Project SEARCH
      • Self-Hired Respite Care
      • Weinberg Commons
    • Domestic Violence
      • What is Domestic Violence?
      • Types of Domestic Abuse
      • How Can Project SARAH Help?
      • Creating a Safety Plan
    • Family Assistance and Food Pantry
      • Rhona Fischer Family Assistance Program
      • Betsy & Peter Fischer Food Pantry
      • Community Job Board
    • Holocaust Survivor Services and Advocacy
    • LGBTQ Initiative
    • Older Adult Services
      • In Home Services
      • Counseling and Emotional Supports
      • Senior Transportation
    • Volunteer Opportunities
      • Ongoing Volunteer Opportunities
      • Bite Size Volunteer Opportunities
      • Meet our Volunteers
  • Giving
    • Donate Now
    • Agency Sponsorships
    • Tribute Cards
    • In-Kind Donations
    • Leave a Legacy
    • Stepping Out Annual Fundraiser
    • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Our Supporters
    • Sponsors
    • Legacy Donors
    • Friends of the Agency
    • In-Kind Donors
  • Calendar
  • Contact Us
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