8 reasons you don’t want to miss the JFCS 37th Annual Benefit

Posted 2 weeks ago

By Benefit Co-Chairs Heidi Gedis-Grimsby and Sonia Ungerman Heidi Gedis-Grimsby We can’t wait to see you at the JFCS 37th Annual Benefit on Saturday, Dec. 6—and trust us, this is one you won’t want to[...]

The Advice Corner: 3-year-old tantrums – how can I set boundaries without losing my temper?

Posted 3 weeks ago

This months’ question: My 3-year-old throws tantrums every time we leave the park. How can I set boundaries without losing my temper? Natalie Quiring-Oleson, MSW, LICSW, JFCS Therapist (and proud parent o[...]

From the Desk of CEO Judy Halper: October 2025

Posted 3 weeks ago

By now, you have no doubt heard the exciting news – Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minneapolis and Jewish Family Service of St. Paul are uniting to form one strong social service organization to serv[...]

Navigating political disagreements with loved ones: Learn new strategies for holiday gatherings

Posted 3 weeks ago

By Leah Persky, PhD & CFLE • Professional and Community Education Program Manager You may have felt the stress or anxiety that often accompanies heated political discussions; or maybe you have felt your [...]

Connection in Recovery: A facilitated support group rooted in Jewish values of healing, dignity and hope, open to all 

Posted 3 weeks ago

By Jennifer Fukuda • Addiction & Recovery Services Program Coordinator For many people, community is a bright light in their recovery process because recovery journeys can often be lonely. Isolation can [...]

With growing food insecurity, demand for organizations like JFCS and local food shelves will continue to rise

Posted 2 months ago

By Kelsey Slovut-Einertson • JFCS Food Security Coordinator My name is Kelsey Slovut-Einertson and I am the new Food Security Coordinator at JFCS. I also coordinate the Kosher Meals on Wheels program. My edu[...]

The Advice Corner: My teen says they’re fine, but I know they are not. How do I approach them?

Posted 2 months ago

This months’ question: If you’ve asked your teen how they are feeling and get a quick response of, “I’m fine,” it may feel like the topic is closed. You may be left wondering, is there a way to effec[...]

Women Connect: Building community, forming connections

Posted 2 months ago

Women in their 40s through 60s are finding new ways to connect, build friendships, and learn together through a new kind of programming at JFCS. Every  six to eight weeks, JFCS is hosting gatherings designed[...]

From the Desk of CEO Judy Halper: September 2025

Posted 2 months ago

Though we always hope the crisis services we offer and our expertise in trauma care will never be needed, it is important to remember that when the unthinkable occurs, Jewish Family and Children's Service of Minn[...]

Providing workforce development work is part of Jewish values

Posted 2 months ago

September is Workforce Development Month By Leah Temkin • Career Services Director When we think of September, we think of kids going back to school, pools closing, High Holidays approaching, leaves t[...]