Back to school in 2021: We are back, but not to normal

Posted 3 years ago

By Leah Persky, PhD & Certified Family Life Educator  • Family Life Education Manager For many parents, the day has arrived or, it soon will. Kids will be off to school, starting off the new academi[...]

From the Desk of CEO Judy Halper: August 2021

Posted 3 years ago

Olympic gymnast Simone Biles will not only be remembered for her incredible talent, but will also be recalled for her willingness to share her struggle with mental health. She made it okay to not be okay, and she[...]

Need a ride? Garber Transportation Services is convenient, reliable, client-oriented and personal

Posted 3 years ago

JFCS’ Jacob Garber Transportation Services provide a convenient, reliable way for ambulatory adults to get to a doctor’s appointment, friend’s house, grocery store and more. Now that people are getting out [...]

Planning for Fall and Beyond in the New Era of COVID-19

Posted 3 years ago

By Leah Persky, PhD & Certified Family Life Educator  • Family Life Education Manager Now that summer is in full swing, many of us are starting to think about the transitions to fall and the start o[...]

Analyzing some wins (and losses) during the legislative session for JFCS’ food security agenda

Posted 3 years ago

By Clare Gravon, JFCS Food Security Program Coordinator Access to food has been a critical issue for so many families this past year. The pandemic created new barriers (quarantining) and exacerbated existing b[...]

From the Desk of CEO Judy Halper: July 2021

Posted 3 years ago

Is there anything more fun to look forward to than the rituals we enjoy with each changing season? Soon we’ll be thinking back fondly on the buses pulling away with children on their way to summer camp; enjoyin[...]

Volunteer Spotlight – July 2021: Sheryl Rutzick

Posted 3 years ago

What current volunteer role(s) do you have with JFCS and what volunteer role(s) have you held in the past?  My current volunteer role is as a driver for Garber Transportation. Once in a while, I will assi[...]

Exploring gender with young children: Going beyond the pink and the blue

Posted 3 years ago

By Leah Persky, PhD & Certified Family Life Educator  • Family Life Education Manager As we celebrate Pride month, this is a perfect time to focus on engaging with our children about what Pride mont[...]

Many job openings, yet elevated unemployment – breaking down what is happening in the job market

Posted 3 years ago

By Sheilah Howard • Career Services Director There are two truths about the job market right now. One – there is a near-record number of jobs available. Two – the unemployment rate remains higher now tha[...]

As more in-person activities become possible, PJ Library excited to announce that Parent Connectors program will continue

Posted 3 years ago

Parent Connectors got creative to create bonds among young families during pandemic By Carrie Fink • PJ Library Coordinator Raising newborns and toddlers is challenging regardless of circumstance, but[...]