From the Desk of CEO Judy Halper: March 2018

From the Desk of CEO Judy Halper In this month’s issue of e-directions, you will find our 2017 Annual Report, which is also on its way to your home, tucked inside our Directions newsletter. I hope you will read the magazine cover to cover, or at least browse the stories and check out the pictures. There is always so much to repor[...]

Introducing our Next Century Home!

After years of discussion, planning and eventually packing, Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minneapolis (JFCS) reached its long-awaited goal at the end of February – moving into its first “forever home” – just a few weeks after its 108th birthday! Amid the moving trucks, boxes, and[...]

New building gives JFCS Counseling program a state-of-the-art home

Counseling offices designed to be warm, comfortable and private   JFCS was proud to offer the highest quality of care in counseling and other mental health services at its previous location. Nevertheless, when JFCS moved into its Minnetonka location in 1998, it had to use the building as it e[...]

Rx for a successful doctor visit

By Annette Sandler, JFCS Aging Services Director, and Victor Sandler, MD As people age, going to the doctor can become more of a challenge. Individuals might have multiple things that are causing health issues. It can be overwhelming to prepare for a doctor’s visit, thinking about everything you [...]