Posted 2 years 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[...] Posted 2 years ago
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[...] Posted 2 years ago
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[...] Posted 2 years ago
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[...] Posted 2 years ago
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 [...] Posted 2 years ago
Can you tell us about yourself and your background?
I have four children and eight grandchildren and relish any time I spend with them. I received my Master of Social Work at Ohio State. I had a private psycho[...] Posted 2 years ago
Food and the month of September seem to go hand-in-hand. As kids return to school and busy schedules, the amount of food they consume is evident in family budgets. Our tastes turn from cold and creamy deliciousne[...] Posted 2 years ago
By Leah Persky, PhD & CFLE • Manager of Family Life Education
Back-to-school time is in full swing and the transition to new routines and schedules can be a challenge, while simultaneously being a r[...] Posted 2 years ago
By Lili Jurayj • Addiction and Recovery Services Program Coordinator
If you went to the Minnesota State Fair this year, you might have noticed the pesky clouds of smoke wafting through the air, even in desig[...] Posted 2 years ago
Advocacy groups aim to reduce stigma of discussing suicide By Angela Cowan, MSW, LICSW • JFCS Counseling Manager September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Thoughts of suicide can impac[...]