New group for tween girls launching in January By Leah Persky, Phd & CFLE • Professional and Community Education Manager Are you the parent or caregiver of a tween girl aged 10-13 years old? Do you think your child would benefit from a small supporti[...]
Alcohol consumption and its effect on our immune system  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 wel[...]
From the Desk of CEO Judy Halper: November 2023 Judy Desk blog - laptop with plant and coffee cup 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, managi[...]
Volunteer Spotlight November 2023: Ann Rubin 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 [...]
Digital mindfulness for family well-being Digital well-being 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[...]
JFCS Staff Q&A: J-Pride Coordinator Hunter Wengersky 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 Judy Desk blog - laptop with plant and coffee cup 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[...]