By Leah Persky, Phd & CFLE • Parent Coach and Manager of Professional and Community Education
Summertime brings to mind time outside, swimming, relaxing BBQs with the family, kids enjoying camp, and[...] From the Desk of CEO Judy Halper: July 2024
Posted 7 months ago
It’s often said, “the more things change, the more they stay the same.” While taking my necessary daily hike last week, I passed two neighborhood lemonade stands where the child proprietors were advertising[...] Volunteer Spotlight July 2024: Sandra Levine and Belle
Fran is in her tenth decade, 91, and lives independently in her own home. However, one challenge for her in recent years has been getting to medical appointments due to a lack of transportation and the difficulty[...] J-Pride’s Pride Month celebration was especially meaningful this year
Posted 7 months ago
By Hunter Wengersky • J-Pride Program Coordinator
Twin Cities Pride 2024 was an absolute delight! Thank you to all of our incredible community partners, volunteers, and JFCS staff members who helped staff th[...] From the Desk of CEO Judy Halper: June 2024
By Roni Falck • JFCS Senior Services Manager
June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness and engage in conversation about brain health. Living with Alzheimer’s disease or dem[...] The mental health benefits of riding a motorcycle
Posted 8 months ago
By Mark Kaufman, MSW, LICSW • JFCS Therapist
“You never see a motorcycle parked outside a therapist’s office.”
You may be surprised to hear that riding a motorcycle has mental health benefits,[...] Change in JFCS operations in response to COVID-19
In light of the novel coronavirus
(COVID-19), some tips on staying mentally strong and calm
By Leah Persky, PhD & CFLE • Family Life Education Manager
As my kids walked into the house[...]