Did you know that May is Older Americans Month? Each year, this observance celebrates the strength, wisdom, and resilience of our older adults. As we also prepare to honor our veterans with Memorial Day ceremonies, we’re reminded of how these generations have enriched our community through their experiences, sacrifice, and enduring spirit. At JFCS, we [...]
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May
May
Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS) proudly extends a hearty Mazel Tov to Michele Golkow, recipient of The Network of Jewish Human Service Agencies’ (“The Network’s”) Lay Leadership Award of Excellence. This prestigious annual honor is bestowed on outstanding lay leaders across North America who demonstrate exceptional initiative, resourcefulness, trust, and credibility— volunteers who lead [...]
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Apr
Apr
Jewish tradition teaches us that what we count, we value. This wisdom resonates deeply during the month of Iyar, when we find ourselves in the midst of Sefirat HaOmer — the counting of the Omer. Each evening, we pause to acknowledge another day in our journey from Passover's freedom to Shavuot's revelation, marking not just the passing [...]
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Apr
Apr
Next month, our South Jersey community will once again come together for a deeply meaningful tradition: Flagging of the Graves of our Veterans in honor of Memorial Day. Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS), in proud partnership with the Camden County Board of Commissioners, American Legion Post 372, Jewish War Veterans Post 126, and the [...]
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Apr
Apr
“In every generation, one must see oneself as if they personally had gone out from Egypt.” This timeless instruction from our Passover Haggadah reminds us that the Exodus narrative is not simply historical, but deeply personal. It calls us to experience liberation not as a distant memory, but as a living reality that unfolds within [...]
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Apr
Apr
Press Room Archive 2017 - 2018 Seven individuals honored at JFCS Dubrow Vocational Celebration Breakfast Cherry Hill Sun, December 2018 Praise for special needs workers in Cherry Hill 6 ABC Action News, November 2018 JFCS keeps its finger on the pulse of issues facing familiesSubaru's Drive Magazine, Fall 2018 Aging with pride in the suburbs Philadelphia Gay News, [...]
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Apr
Apr
Robert first began volunteering with JFCS in March 2024. He and his wife, Barbara, live in Cherry Hill, where they raised their three children. Their youngest daughter, Jen Gerstein, currently serves as a Vice President on the JFCS Board of Directors. Robert is the President and Founder of United Production Group, a global event management [...]
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Apr
Apr
Jewish Family & Children's Service (JFCS) is here to support you through the challenging journey of grief. Seeking help to navigate life’s inevitable losses is a courageous and empowering step, regardless of the nature or timing of the loss. Our compassionate team is dedicated to providing expert guidance, offering care that helps you find strength [...]
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Mar
Mar
As the month of Nisan unfolds, bringing with it the first whispers of spring, many of us find ourselves immersed in cherished Passover preparations. What does this season look like in your home? Perhaps you're gently unwrapping family heirlooms—a grandparent's Seder plate or kiddush cup—each piece carrying stories as rich as the traditions they serve. [...]
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Mar
Mar
Passover is a time of tradition, connection, and family. But when you’ve lost a loved one, the holiday can feel bittersweet, marked by an empty chair at the Seder table. Navigating grief during the holidays can be challenging, but you don’t have to do it alone. Join JFCS on Tuesday, April 1 from 3pm to [...]