At 77, Henry* struggles with many things he once loved, like playing cards with friends or riding bikes with his grandchildren. “I sometimes get sad,” he shared. “It’s a challenge to do things I took for granted even a few years ago.” Henry is one of millions of Americans facing vision loss. With people living [...]
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Jul
Jul
JFCS Creates Meaningful Mitzvah and Volunteer Opportunities for Teens! Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS) is proud to offer meaningful opportunities for local teens and B’nai Mitzvah students to connect with our community and begin a lifelong journey of service. Whether it’s a mitzvah project, school requirement, or personal passion, JFCS can help students make [...]
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Jul
Jul
When the final school bell rings each June, children across South Jersey celebrate the freedom of summer. But for thousands of families in our community, that same bell signals the beginning of a hidden crisis: The sudden loss of reliable breakfast and lunch programs that provide essential nutrition throughout the school year. The Jewish [...]
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Jul
Jul
On June 12 and June 17, Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS) proudly hosted its third annual Holocaust Survivor Day Celebrations in Cherry Hill and Vineland, respectively — moving tributes to the resilience, legacy, and enduring spirit of Holocaust Survivors in our community. These annual gatherings are part of a global movement to honor Survivors [...]
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Jun
Jun
As we enter the month of Tammuz, we find ourselves in a time marked by both sorrow and the possibility of renewal. Jewish tradition teaches us that these weeks of reflection—beginning with the 17th of Tammuz and leading to Tisha B'Av—invite us to face the world's brokenness while actively seeking healing. Even in pain, we [...]
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Jun
Jun
At JFCS, we understand that life’s challenges don’t pause for the summer. That’s why we’re offering a range of support groups to help community members share their experiences, develop new coping skills, and feel less alone. Whether you're navigating caregiving, addiction and recovery, or health-related changes, JFCS provides compassionate, expert-led spaces to heal and grow. [...]
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Jun
Jun
Summer arrives with a promise of longer days, warmer weather, and the freedom of looser schedules. Yet for many families in our community, this season also brings challenges. School routines disappear, temperatures climb, and the very freedom that defines summer can feel overwhelming. At Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS), our counselors and social workers [...]
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Jun
Jun
Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS) is currently seeking dedicated volunteers to support several essential programs that serve vulnerable members of our community. Whether you're fluent in Russian, skilled at lifting, or simply have a few hours to give each week, your time and compassion can make a lasting impact. Russian-Speaking DriversJFCS is urgently looking [...]
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May
May
The month of Sivan carries with it a spirit of profound meaning — a time when the Jewish people stood united at the foot of Mount Sinai to receive the Torah, forging an eternal covenant grounded in purpose, service, and community. The heart of this month is Shavuot, commemorating that moment of divine revelation when [...]
Addiction Awareness & Prevention, Support Group
“Together We Heal” will offer hope and strength for families impacted by addiction
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May
May
Addiction doesn’t just affect the individual—it ripples through entire families, leaving loved ones grappling with feelings of isolation, stress, and uncertainty. To address this deep and growing need, JFCS is launching a new support initiative this summer: Together We Heal, a recovery family support group for family members and loved ones of individuals in recovery [...]