Introducing Jacob Garber Transportation Services

JFCS Aging Services is pleased to announce that its transportation program (formerly Deikel Transportation) is now Jacob Garber Transportation Services!   The program provides rides for clients who resi[...]

Rx for a successful doctor visit

By Annette Sandler, JFCS Aging Services Director, and Victor Sandler, MD As people age, going to the doctor can become more of a challenge. Individuals might have multiple things that are causing health issues. I[...]

November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month

November is National Alzheimer's Awareness Month, as well as National Caregiver Month. As a way to promote a better quality of life for people living with Alzheimer's disease and other related dementias, JFCS and [...]

“Keeping the Spirit Alive” video

The Twin Cities Jewish Community Alzheimer's Task Force held the 4th Conference for Caregivers,” Keeping the Spirit Alive,” on Sunday, April 30, at Adath Jeshurun Congregation. This year's conference focused o[...]

Hope for Caregivers

By Carol Shapiro   The Twin Cities Jewish Community Alzheimer’s Task Force is presenting a half-day conference that will provide education and support for caregivers and those supporting a loved one w[...]

Keeping the Spirit Alive

by Elise Ollrich   Starting when I was young, my mom encouraged me to let my light shine in everything I did. This led me through college as I studied Sociology and Studio Art. It followed me into[...]

Keeping Them in Our Hearts

By Devorah Schlein   The Twin Cities Jewish Community Alzheimer’s Task Force is presenting a half-day conference that will provide education and support for caregivers and those supporting a l[...]