Posted 5 months ago
Jeff Barin and Wendy Fox family will be honored with Friends of the Family Award for decades of service to JFCS
Many years ago, when Jeff Barin’s and Wendy Fox’s children were attending Hebrew school, they noticed how they were a couple of the many “portico parents” who waited in lin[...] Posted 5 months ago
By Lili Jurayj • Addiction and Recovery Services Program Coordinator
As we embrace the festive spirit and brace ourselves for the flu season, it's worth reflecting on the ways our daily choices shape our well-being. Amidst all the holiday preparations, occasional indulgences, and the added res[...] Posted 5 months ago
By Leah Persky, Phd & CFLE • Professional and Community Education Manager
JFCS is excited to announce that Family Life Education is now Professional and Community Education. This new name highlights the professional services we provide in this program. We serve professionals, families, and[...] Posted 6 months ago
This time of year is often harried and frenetic with preparations for holidays. Many of us take on the heavy load of buying groceries, planning meals, preparing feasts, wrapping gifts, sending invitations, managing schedules, and much more. It starts with high anticipation and Hallmark images of pe[...] Posted 6 months ago
Can you tell us about yourself and your background?
I'm a wife, sister, daughter, aunt, caregiver, friend, and community member. I cared for my mom during her 10-year adventure with Alzheimer's disease, until her passing in 2021. I've worked as an executive assistant for the last 20 years. In th[...] Posted 6 months ago
By Leah Persky, PhD and CFLE • Professional and Community Education Manager
The now months-long Hamas-Israel War and the tremendously challenging humanitarian crisis is hard to turn away from. You may find yourself increasingly turning to the news for updates. Many people feel a sense of f[...] Posted 6 months ago
By Roni Falck • Senior Services Manager
November is a time to show support and honor our nation's vital caregivers during National Family Caregivers Month. Families are often the primary source of support for older adults and people with disabilities. In the United States, more than 53 mi[...] 