For most families, a trip to the grocery store or a child’s birthday party is routine. But for families managing food allergies, everyday moments can carry real risk—and a significant emotional and financial toll. That’s why JFCS is holding an upcoming Allergy-Friendly Food Drive to help local families access the safe, specialized foods they need. [...]
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Apr
Apr
As your child with disabilities approaches adulthood, planning for their future can feel complex—but families are not alone, and meaningful options do exist. While challenges such as limited affordable housing and long waitlists remain, innovative programs and supportive resources are helping to create more pathways to independence and community living. On Tuesday, May 5 at [...]
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Mar
Mar
Volunteering with Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS) is a meaningful way to give back while strengthening the fabric of our local community. Each day, our dedicated volunteers help support neighbors in need, build lasting connections, and experience the deep sense of purpose that comes from making a tangible difference. We currently have several open [...]
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Mar
Mar
Life’s most profound challenges—loss, grief, and major transitions—can feel isolating. Support groups offer a powerful reminder that no one has to navigate these experiences alone. By bringing people together in a safe, compassionate environment, these groups create space for connection, understanding, and healing. Sharing stories, listening to others, and being witnessed in your grief can [...]
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Mar
Mar
As Passover approaches, many of us prepare our homes and our tables, gathering with family and friends to retell the story of liberation. At the start of the Seder, we recite a powerful invitation: “Whoever is hungry, come and eat. Whoever is needy, come and celebrate Passover.” This call is more than tradition—it is a [...]
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Mar
Mar
Passover is a time of tradition, connection, and gathering around the Seder table with friends and family. Yet for those who have lost a loved one, the holiday can feel tender and bittersweet, marked by an empty chair and cherished memories. If you are carrying grief during this season, please know you are not alone. [...]
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Feb
Feb
Purim is around the corner, and that means costumes, Hamantaschen, and the mitzvah of giving. But Purim isn't just about dressing up and celebrating—it's also about offering support to those in need. This year, JFCS is turning the spirit of Purim into action at our Purim Food Drive on Monday, March 23, at the Betsy [...]
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Feb
Feb
Life’s challenges and transitions can sometimes feel overwhelming—but sharing your experiences with others who truly understand can make all the difference. Seeing It Through Together is a welcoming educational and support group for individuals living with low vision, including macular degeneration and other eye conditions. This group offers a caring space to connect with others, [...]
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Feb
Feb
Together We Heal is a free, biweekly support group for family members, friends, and loved ones of individuals in active addiction or recovery. Facilitated by a licensed JFCS clinician, this group offers a safe, compassionate space for participants to share their experiences, build coping skills, learn healthy boundaries, and focus on their own well-being while [...]
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Jan
Jan
For many of us, transportation is something that hardly merits a second thought. We get in the car, start the ignition, and head out—whether it’s to the grocery store, a doctor’s appointment, or a lunch date with a friend. That simple act of freedom represents independence, connection, and choice. But when driving is no longer [...]