JFCS Staff Q&A: J-Pride Coordinator Hunter Wengersky

Posted 1 year ago

JFCS’ J-Pride program creates community through queer-focused Jewish programming for LGBTQ+ Jews and their allies throughout the Twin Cities. New Program Coordinator Hunter Wengersky recently spoke about h[...]

From the Desk of CEO Judy Halper: October 2023

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What does the “J” in JFCS stand for? That is a question the Board and staff of Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minneapolis spends time reflecting on strategically and thoughtfully. After all, we are[...]

Hamas-Israel War: How to begin conversations with your children

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By Leah Persky, PhD & CFLE • Manager of Family Life Education The brutality of the attack on Israel is conveyed in the graphic images and details we see on the news. It is heartbreaking to see and so har[...]

JFCS’ Vocational Rehabilitation program embodies spirit of Disability Employment Awareness Month

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Governor Tim Walz has proclaimed October as Disability Employment Awareness Month in Minnesota, in recognition of the skills, experience and dedication that people with disabilities contribute to the labor f[...]

Caring Connections members relish opportunity to give back to community

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By Stacey Spencer • JFCS Disability Services Manager Caring Connections members – Jewish adults with disabilities – love to get together for events! I mean, they really like attending Caring Connections [...]