Project Rainbow Teen Group

Virtual Program

A safe, affirming, and fun monthly gathering for LGBTQ+ teens and their allies. Free and open to teens in grades 9 – 12! To learn more or to RSVP, contact Gaby Marantz: gmarantz@jfedsnj.org. Our January program will be held virtually.  Zoom Meeting ID: 976 4168 0618 Password: 326326 Call-in: +1 646-558-8656 Project Rainbow is a collaboration [...]

Navigating the Disability Continuum: The Early Years (Birth – 8th Grade)

Virtual Program

The JFCS Special Needs Committee Presents a Free Virtual Workshop Series:  Navigating the Disability Continuum Part 1 - The Early Years: Diagnosis through 8th Grade Parent Advocacy & Special Education Support (with Denver Leigh Phillips, Director of Educational Services & Special Education Consultant, Advo-kids at Posternock Apell, P.C.) Health Advocacy - Helping New Jersey Families [...]

Free

Cafe Connection – A Memory Cafe

Virtual Program

A monthly social gathering for older adults affected by memory challenges, along with their care partners. Please join us for engaging conversation, along with a creative experience with a guest artist. All events will be held virtually until further notice. To learn more or to request the Zoom meeting link, contact Reva Farenback-Brateman at rfbrateman@jfedsnj.org or [...]

Project Rainbow Tween Group

Virtual Program

A safe, affirming, and fun monthly gathering for LGBTQ+ tweens and their allies in grades 6 – 8! The January 2022 program will be virtual-only.  Zoom Meeting ID: 971 4316 6754 Password: 754964 Call-in: +1 646-558-8656 To learn more, contact Gaby Marantz: gmarantz@jfedsnj.org. Project Rainbow is a collaboration of JFCS and the Katz JCC, with grant [...]

JFCS Annual Celebration

Virtual Program

Now outdoors for your safety! Join JFCS for a special evening recognizing the extraordinary efforts of our dedicated volunteers, board members, advisory council, and staff members. Free to attend but advance RSVP is required by September 30.  RSVP Now!

Cafe Connection – A Memory Cafe

Virtual Program

A monthly social gathering for older adults affected by memory challenges, along with their care partners. Please join us for engaging conversation, along with a creative experience with a guest artist. The August program will be held via Zoom. Free to participate but advance registration is required by contacting Reva Farenback-Brateman at rfbrateman@jfedsnj.org or 856-424-1333 [...]

Free

Transitioning through the Decades

Virtual Program

Please join JFCS Director of 60+ Services Rebecca Rosenau, Geriatric Social Worker Rebecca Redel, Director of Volunteers Sherri Jonas, and Volunteer Coordinator Randi Brown for an informative Zoom program addressing transitioning through the decades. The program will address a variety of topics, including positive planning for retirement, volunteer opportunities for clients and the community, caring [...]

Free

2nd & 3rd Generation Holocaust Survivors: a Legacy of Strengths and Vulnerabilities

Virtual Program

In partnership with JCRC’s Esther Raab Museum & Goodwin Education Center, JFCS is hosting a two-part series for children and grandchildren of Holocaust Survivors. Both sessions will be facilitated by Irit Felsen, Ph.D., an expert in the field of trauma, with a special focus on Holocaust Survivor families.   These workshops are free and open [...]

Intergenerational Transmission of Trauma in Holocaust Survivor Families

Virtual Program

In partnership with JCRC's Esther Raab Museum & Goodwin Education Center, JFCS is hosting a two-part series for children and grandchildren of Holocaust Survivors. Both sessions will be facilitated by Irit Felsen, Ph.D., an expert in the field of trauma, with a special focus on Holocaust Survivor families.   These workshops are free and open [...]